Avoid that funding pain
Government Funding for Small Businesses

Most recipients agree that it is good that funding exists, but what they are less enthusiastic about is the hoops they are often expected to jump through if they want to get to it. Some funding programs can involve a real tough process. A common sentiment among those applying seems to be that the government probably can distribute money a lot more effectively than they are currently doing by making the process easier.

The best advice seems to be to use some of the expected money from the grant to pay for outside help with the grant application. This will allow you to apply for these grants without all the hassle that is involved in the procedure.