Grant Management and Fundraising Training Course

Grant Management and Fundraising Training Course

This comprehensive training course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage grants and implement successful fundraising strategies. Participants will learn how to identify funding opportunities, develop compelling proposals, cultivate donor relationships, manage grant agreements, and utilize various fundraising techniques.

The course provides a thorough overview of the grant management and fundraising processes. It covers key areas such as proposal development, donor relations, grant agreement management, fundraising techniques, financial management, legal and ethical considerations, monitoring and evaluation, communication strategies, and emerging trends in the field.

Who should attend the training

  • Fundraising Professionals
  • Grant Managers
  • Development Officers
  • Non-Profit Executives
  • Program Managers
  • Anyone involved in securing funding for organizations

Objectives of the training

  • Understand the principles of grant management and fundraising.
  • Develop effective grant proposals.
  • Cultivate and manage relationships with donors.
  • Manage grant agreements and compliance.
  • Implement various fundraising techniques and strategies.
  • Manage finances related to fundraising activities.
  • Adhere to legal and ethical standards in fundraising.
  • Monitor and evaluate fundraising effectiveness.
  • Develop fundraising communication and marketing plans.
  • Explore current trends and innovations in fundraising.

Personal benefits

  • Enhanced skills in grant management and fundraising.
  • Improved ability to secure funding for organizational initiatives.
  • Increased knowledge of donor relations and cultivation.
  • Greater understanding of fundraising techniques and strategies.
  • Enhanced professional development in the non-profit sector.

Organizational benefits

  • Increased success in securing grant funding.
  • Improved donor relationships and retention.
  • Enhanced fundraising capacity and effectiveness.
  • Stronger financial sustainability.
  • Greater impact through successful fundraising initiatives.

Training methodology

  • Interactive lectures and discussions
  • Case studies and real-world examples
  • Practical exercises and simulations
  • Group activities and peer learning
  • Guest speakers from the fundraising field
  • Practical session: Hands-on application of concepts learned

Trainer Experience

Our trainers are highly experienced fundraising professionals with a proven track record of success in grant management and fundraising. They possess extensive knowledge of donor relations, proposal development, fundraising strategies, and non-profit management. They are skilled in delivering engaging and practical training that equips participants with the tools and techniques needed to excel in the field.

Quality Statement

We are committed to providing high-quality training that combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. Our course materials are current and comprehensive, and our delivery methods are interactive and engaging to ensure participants gain the skills and confidence to effectively manage grants and implement successful fundraising strategies.

Tailor-made courses

We understand that organizations may have specific training needs. This course can be customized to address particular fundraising challenges, organizational goals, or specific areas of focus within grant management and fundraising. Contact us to discuss your tailor-made training solutions.

 

Course Duration: 5 days

Training fee: USD 1300

Module 1: Introduction to Grant Management and Fundraising

  • Overview of Grant Management and Fundraising Principles
  • The Role of Grant Management in the Fundraising Process
  • Understanding the Donor Landscape
  • Developing a Fundraising Strategy
  • Practical session: Conducting a SWOT analysis of an organization's fundraising capacity

Module 2: Grant Proposal Development

  • Identifying Funding Sources
  • Understanding Grant Proposal Components
  • Writing a Compelling Case for Support
  • Developing a Project Budget
  • Practical session: Drafting a grant proposal for a specific project

Module 3: Donor Cultivation and Relationship Management

  • Identifying and Researching Potential Donors
  • Building Relationships with Donors
  • Developing a Donor Communication Plan
  • Managing Donor Databases
  • Practical session: Creating a donor profile and cultivation plan

Module 4: Grant Agreement Negotiation and Management

  • Understanding Grant Agreements
  • Negotiating Grant Terms and Conditions
  • Managing Grant Compliance
  • Reporting on Grant Outcomes
  • Practical session: Reviewing and analyzing a sample grant agreement

Module 5: Fundraising Techniques and Strategies

  • Annual Giving Campaigns
  • Major Gift Fundraising
  • Planned Giving
  • Online Fundraising
  • Practical session: Developing a fundraising plan for a specific campaign

Module 6: Financial Management for Fundraising

  • Developing a Fundraising Budget
  • Tracking Fundraising Revenue and Expenses
  • Reporting on Fundraising Performance
  • Ensuring Financial Accountability
  • Practical session: Creating a fundraising budget

Module 7: Legal and Ethical Considerations in Fundraising

  • Understanding Fundraising Regulations
  • Adhering to Ethical Fundraising Practices
  • Managing Conflicts of Interest
  • Ensuring Data Privacy and Security
  • Practical session: Reviewing a code of ethics for fundraising

Module 8: Monitoring and Evaluation of Fundraising Activities

  • Developing a Monitoring and Evaluation Plan
  • Collecting and Analyzing Fundraising Data
  • Reporting on Fundraising Effectiveness
  • Using Data to Improve Fundraising Strategies
  • Practical session: Developing a fundraising evaluation framework

Module 9: Fundraising Communication and Marketing

  • Developing a Fundraising Communication Strategy
  • Creating Effective Fundraising Materials
  • Utilizing Social Media for Fundraising
  • Managing Public Relations
  • Practical session: Creating a fundraising communication plan

Module 10: Trends and Innovations in Fundraising

  • Exploring New Fundraising Technologies
  • Understanding Crowdfunding
  • Developing Social Enterprise Models
  • Analyzing Emerging Trends in Philanthropy
  • Practical session: Brainstorming innovative fundraising ideas

Requirements:

·       Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

·       Applicants must live up to Armstrong Global Institute admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

2. What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training.

Or call us on +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

1. Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Armstrong Global Training & Development Center Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

3. No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Tailor Made Courses

This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588 or Email training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588

 

Instructor-led Training Schedule

Course Dates Venue Fees Enroll
Jan 12 - Jan 16 2026 Zoom $1,300
Feb 09 - Feb 13 2026 Zoom $1,300
Mar 16 - Mar 20 2026 Zoom $1,300
Apr 13 - Apr 17 2026 Zoom $1,300
May 18 - May 22 2026 Zoom $1,300
Jun 08 - Jun 12 2026 Zoom $1,300
Jul 06 - Jul 10 2026 Zoom $1,300
Aug 10 - Aug 14 2026 Zoom $1,300
Sep 07 - Sep 11 2026 Zoom $1,300
Oct 05 - Oct 09 2026 Zoom $1,300
Nov 09 - Nov 13 2026 Zoom $1,300
Dec 07 - Dec 11 2026 Zoom $1,300
Jan 12 - Jan 16 2026 Nairobi $1,500
Feb 09 - Feb 13 2026 Nairobi $1,500
Mar 16 - Mar 20 2026 Nairobi $1,500
Apr 06 - Apr 10 2026 Nairobi $1,500
May 18 - May 22 2026 Nairobi $1,500
Jun 08 - Jun 12 2026 Nairobi $1,500
Jul 13 - Jul 17 2026 Nairobi $1,500
Aug 17 - Aug 21 2026 Nairobi $1,500
Sep 14 - Sep 18 2026 Nairobi $1,500
Oct 12 - Oct 16 2026 Nairobi $1,500
Nov 09 - Nov 13 2026 Nairobi $1,500
Dec 07 - Dec 11 2026 Nairobi $1,500
Mar 02 - Mar 06 2026 Nakuru $1,500
May 04 - May 08 2026 Nakuru $1,500
Oct 12 - Oct 16 2026 Nakuru $1,500
Nov 23 - Nov 27 2026 Nakuru $1,500
Feb 16 - Feb 20 2026 Naivasha $1,500
May 18 - May 22 2026 Naivasha $1,500
Jul 13 - Jul 17 2026 Naivasha $1,500
Sep 14 - Sep 18 2026 Naivasha $1,500
Mar 02 - Mar 06 2026 Nanyuki $1,500
Jun 01 - Jun 05 2026 Nanyuki $1,500
Aug 17 - Aug 21 2026 Nanyuki $1,500
Oct 19 - Oct 23 2026 Nanyuki $1,500
Feb 16 - Feb 20 2026 Mombasa $1,500
Apr 13 - Apr 17 2026 Mombasa $1,500
Jun 08 - Jun 12 2026 Mombasa $1,500
Aug 24 - Aug 28 2026 Mombasa $1,500
Mar 09 - Mar 13 2026 Kisumu $1,500
May 18 - May 22 2026 Kisumu $1,500
Jul 27 - Jul 31 2026 Kisumu $1,500
Sep 07 - Sep 11 2026 Kisumu $1,500
Feb 02 - Feb 06 2026 Kigali $2,500
Apr 06 - Apr 10 2026 Kigali $2,500
Jun 22 - Jun 26 2026 Kigali $2,500
Aug 24 - Aug 28 2026 Kigali $2,500
Mar 16 - Mar 20 2026 Kampala $2,500
Sep 21 - Sep 25 2026 Kampala $2,500
Jun 08 - Jun 12 2026 Kampala $2,500
Nov 16 - Nov 20 2026 Kampala $2,500
Apr 06 - Apr 10 2026 Arusha $2,500
Jul 13 - Jul 17 2026 Arusha $2,500
Sep 14 - Sep 18 2026 Arusha $2,500
Nov 09 - Nov 13 2026 Arusha $2,500
Apr 13 - Apr 17 2026 Johannesburg $4,500
May 11 - May 15 2026 Pretoria $4,500
Jun 01 - Jun 05 2026 Cape Town $4,500
Jul 27 - Jul 31 2026 Cairo $4,500
Aug 10 - Aug 14 2026 Accra $4,500
Sep 07 - Aug 07 2026 Addis Ababa $4,500
Oct 12 - Oct 16 2026 Marrakesh $4,500
Nov 02 - Nov 06 2026 Casablanca $4,500
Jun 08 - Jun 12 2026 Dubai $5,000
May 11 - May 15 2026 Riyadh $5,000
Jul 13 - Jul 17 2026 Doha $5,000
Apr 20 - Apr 24 2026 Jeddah $5,000
Jul 13 - Jul 17 2026 London $6,500
Aug 03 - Aug 07 2026 Paris $6,500
Jun 01 - Jun 05 2026 Geneva $6,500
Jul 13 - Jul 17 2026 Berlin $6,500
Jun 15 - Jun 19 2026 Zurich $6,500
Sep 14 - Sep 18 2026 Brussels $6,500
Jun 15 - Jun 19 2026 New York $6,950
Jun 08 - Jun 12 2026 Los Angeles $6,950
Sep 07 - Sep 11 2026 Washington DC $6,950
Aug 03 - Aug 07 2026 Toronto $7,000
Aug 17 - Aug 21 2026 Vancouver $7,000
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