LinkedIn for non-profits: Identifying and cultivating foundation relationships

In this 90-minute interactive webinar, we explore how LinkedIn can be a powerful tool for foundation fundraising in international cooperation. We cover how to create strong LinkedIn profiles, both personal and organisational, to attract potential foundations and partners. Additionally, you learn how to use LinkedIn for foundation identification and research, followed by strategies for cultivating and building long-term relationships with foundations through effective engagement on the platform.

Gender matters: crafting strong proposals through a gender lens

In this webinar you learn how to incorporate gender considerations into all key sections of your proposals, including problem statements and needs assessment, solutions and intervention logic, M&E, sustainability and budgets. We provide practical templates and writing blocks to guide you through integrating gender perspectives effectively. This session is suitable for program staff from beginner to medium level that wants to better understand how gender can be integrated in all proposal sections.

The perfect pitch: a simple 4-stage approach

In this webinar we explore an easy-to-follow 4-step model for creating effective pitches. The four key steps are: (1) understanding the main problem you are tackling; (2) explaining the solution you are providing; (3) highlighting the impact you aim to achieve; and (4) ending with a clear call to action. This webinar is designed to help you communicate WHY you are doing WHAT you are doing more clearly and persuasively for your potential funders. It is suitable both for fundraising and program staff.

Mastering the art of applications for foundations

This session delves deep into the art of writing compelling applications for grant-giving foundations. We go through the key elements of a successful foundation proposal such as the introduction, the problem statement, the solution, M&E, sustainability and the budget. We also explore how to incorporate effective storytelling techniques to pimp up your proposal, making it more fun to write – and more engaging for foundation staff to read.

How to connect with foundations: Real-life success stories

This engaging webinar delves into the art of building successful relationships with foundations. We explore practical strategies for identifying potential foundation partners, initiating contact, and nurturing lasting relationships. And you will hear inspiring real-life success stories from Julia Krepska (Our Sansar), a non-profit leader that has effectively connected with foundations, leading to fruitful partnerships.

Foundation funding trends 2024

This webinar explores the latest trends in global and European foundation funding, focusing on operational approaches and grant-making practices. Highlights include insights into philanthropic developments, emerging partnership trends, and behavior patterns in grant-making. It also introduces the ‘Foundation Guide 2024’, featuring 700 grant-making foundations that are open for application or inquiry all year.

Creative budgeting incl. the use of AI

This webinar emphasizes the importance of the budget section in grant proposals, often a primary focus for reviewers. It explores innovative budget formation and presentation techniques, including justifying overheads and making budgets appealing to non-financial stakeholders. The session also links budgeting to project impact, offers visualization strategies, and examines how AI, like ChatGPT, can assist in creating budget narratives.

How can AI help us with proposal writing

The webinar explores the growing use of AI tools like ChatGPT in grant writing. It aims to demystify AI, highlighting ChatGPT’s capabilities and limitations. The session introduces a 4-step model for integrating ChatGPT into proposal writing, including designing projects, feeding information, developing grant sections, and finalizing the proposal. The webinar also provides an overview of various AI tools and discusses grant-makers’ perspectives on this trend.

Fundraising from foundations

In this interactive and hands-on session, we begin by presenting the latest international and European trends and dynamics in this sector. We then focus on the most attractive foundation markets in Europe. Following this, we share our strategies for donor research and guide you through various web-based platforms and resources to aid your search. Finally, we offer valuable tips on how to effectively connect and engage with these foundations.

How to build a simple pitch deck

Potential grant givers primarily focus on your impact, finances, team, and experience when reviewing your organisational profile. It’s crucial to clearly communicate these aspects in all materials, including your website, annual reports, and especially your pitch deck. A pitch deck, typically 10-15 pages, should cover organisational details, finances, challenges, vision, impact, activities, and team. PowerPoint and Canva are great tools for creating pitch decks. Our webinar offers insights on building an effective pitch deck, highlighting key elements, as well as dos and don’ts.

How to use Canva for proposal writing

Facing the challenge of donors receiving up to 1,000 applications per call, it’s essential for your proposal to stand out. Utilizing visuals and infographics can be a game-changer, making your data more engaging and breaking up long text. Our interactive webinar guides you on using Canva, a free tool for non-profits, to enhance key sections of your proposal, such as problem statements, target group descriptions, and budgeting.