Course Information

Introduction

Fundraising is essential for the sustainability and growth of nonprofit organisations. Successful fundraising requires more than securing donations—it involves developing long-term relationships with donors, preparing compelling funding proposals, diversifying income sources, and demonstrating measurable impact. A structured fundraising approach strengthens financial resilience and enables organisations to deliver lasting social value.
This five-day course provides practical fundraising knowledge and techniques for nonprofit organisations. Participants will learn how to identify funding opportunities, engage donors, prepare persuasive proposals, organise fundraising campaigns, and measure fundraising performance. Through practical exercises and real-world case studies, participants will develop a fundraising strategy that can be implemented immediately within their organisation.

Objectives

Develop a structured fundraising strategy that aligns with the organisation's mission, programmes, and long-term sustainability goals.
Identify and evaluate diverse funding sources, including grants, corporate partnerships, individual donors, foundations, and fundraising events.
Prepare compelling fundraising proposals, donor communications, and funding applications that clearly demonstrate organisational impact.
Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, sponsors, and funding partners through effective stewardship and communication.
Monitor fundraising performance using appropriate metrics and develop continuous improvement plans to increase fundraising effectiveness.

Who Should Attend?

Fundraising Managers and Officers.
NGO Executive Directors and Programme Managers.
Grant and Partnership Development Officers.
Communications and Donor Relations Professionals.
Board Members and Volunteers involved in fundraising activities.

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.