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A strong project does not always lead to a strong fundraising opportunity. The problem is often not the quality of the p...
09/07/2026

A strong project does not always lead to a strong fundraising opportunity.

The problem is often not the quality of the project, but the absence of strategic donor research. When organizations spend time identifying the right donor, understanding funding priorities, and organizing prospects effectively, fundraising becomes far more focused and productive.

This video explores practical approaches to donor research, including finding potential donors, assessing donor fit, using research resources, and organizing prospects effectively.

Whether you are new to fundraising or looking to improve your results, this session can help you approach donor research with greater clarity, confidence, and strategy.

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In this video, Dr. Eva Wieners will guide you through:- Strategies...

Inclusion is not only about who an organization reaches. It also shapes who gets a voice, who gets opportunities, and wh...
09/04/2026

Inclusion is not only about who an organization reaches. It also shapes who gets a voice, who gets opportunities, and whose perspectives influence decisions.

For organizations working to address inequality and social challenges, embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion into everyday practice can bring broader perspectives, stronger teams, and more meaningful impact. It is also becoming an increasingly important part of how organizations approach their funding and partnerships.

This article explores why DEI matters in the nonprofit sector, how it can strengthen organizational practice, and why it is becoming an important consideration across development and philanthropy.

Read the full article: https://philantropia.org/role-of-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-in-ngos

Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) plays a vital role in shaping the culture and success of NGOs across the globe.

Fundraising can sometimes feel like an endless cycle: searching for donors, writing proposals, following up, and trying ...
09/02/2026

Fundraising can sometimes feel like an endless cycle: searching for donors, writing proposals, following up, and trying to secure the resources needed to keep important work moving forward.

The real challenge is often knowing which parts of the fundraising process are holding your organization back. This course explores five common obstacles to fundraising success, from strategy and donor research to proposal writing and engagement, and shows how to approach each one more effectively.

Over five weeks, you’ll develop practical tools for your own fundraising work, from a donor map and networking strategy to a fundraising plan and proposal draft.

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The way to winning a grant

In this environment, AI is no longer just a technology trend. It is becoming a practical tool that can support donor res...
08/21/2026

In this environment, AI is no longer just a technology trend. It is becoming a practical tool that can support donor research, proposal development, data analysis, and more personalized fundraising strategies.

This video breaks down how nonprofits can use AI to strengthen their fundraising while keeping the focus on what matters most: authentic relationships, thoughtful communication, and real impact.

Whether you are exploring AI for the first time or looking for practical ways to apply it in your fundraising work, this session offers insights that can help your organization stay ahead without losing the human side of fundraising.

Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ET9KFDD8r7k

Join us in this engaging webinar video where we delve into the revo...

Humanitarian fundraising is one of the most difficult forms of fundraising, not because the need is unclear, but because...
08/19/2026

Humanitarian fundraising is one of the most difficult forms of fundraising, not because the need is unclear, but because crises move faster than most organizations are prepared for.

When disaster strikes, there is little time to build donor relationships, create proposals, organize teams, or develop communication strategies.

Our latest article explores how NGOs can prepare before an emergency, respond quickly during a crisis, and sustain recovery efforts after media attention fades.

This article highlights:

-How to build donor and partner networks in advance
-Ways to respond quickly when a crisis hits
-How to use media and community engagement effectively
-Strategies for sustaining recovery fundraising over the long term

Read the full article: https://proposalsforngos.com/fundraising-humanitarian-aid/

Most of the humanitarian Aid funding goes directly to large INGOs, UNICEF, Red Cross, and Red Crescent Societies, etc.

A proposal is developed with care.The project design is strong, the budget is realistic, and the narrative has been revi...
08/17/2026

A proposal is developed with care.The project design is strong, the budget is realistic, and the narrative has been revised multiple times. Yet when the results arrive, the application is unsuccessful.

For many organizations, this is a familiar fundraising experience. The challenge is often not the quality of the proposal itself, but the absence of a strong match between the organization, the project, and the donor’s priorities.

This course explores how to identify funding opportunities more strategically, interpret donor guidelines beyond the basic eligibility criteria, recognize the signals that indicate a genuine fit, and decide where to invest time and effort for the greatest fundraising potential.

For organizations that want to move beyond trial-and-error fundraising and focus on opportunities that genuinely align with their mission and strengths, this course offers a practical and experience-based approach to smarter fundraising.

Explore the course: https://philantropia.teachable.com/p/funding-eligibility?fbclid=IwcGRvZgRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFmaFU1ak9kQ1JUYlZTN1NSc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQBMAABHlTCuDUovCRRUifB3eR6rZ-ECTn2cUhSBXZo_vVMJEnPYSo58gZzUpRGXlDp_aem_1dvaNmEK2VLM0e7oMTdiXA&utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv0

Eligibility for a grant

What if one of the most powerful fundraising tools is information that is already publicly available?Many NGOs spend sig...
08/14/2026

What if one of the most powerful fundraising tools is information that is already publicly available?

Many NGOs spend significant time searching for donors, yet overlook transparency data—the funding information that reveals who is investing, where the money is going, and which priorities are shaping the development agenda.

This article breaks down how transparency data can help organizations identify potential donors, align projects with funding priorities, track emerging trends, and strengthen fundraising strategies. It also highlights resources such as IATI and OECD databases for more informed donor research.

In a funding environment that increasingly values evidence, accountability, and strategic alignment, organizations that know how to use transparency data are often better positioned to build stronger partnerships and develop more competitive proposals.

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Make sure as an NGO you take full advantage of transparency data for fundraising in the future.

Many fundraising efforts fail before a proposal is ever written.The problem is often not the quality of the project, but...
08/12/2026

Many fundraising efforts fail before a proposal is ever written.

The problem is often not the quality of the project, but the absence of strategic donor research. When organizations spend time identifying the right donor, understanding funding priorities, and organizing prospects effectively, fundraising becomes far more focused and productive.

This video walks through the essentials of donor research, including identifying potential donors, evaluating donor fit, using practical research resources, and organizing prospects for maximum impact.

Whether you are new to fundraising or looking to improve your results, this session can help you approach donor research with greater clarity, confidence, and strategy.

Watch the full video:

In this video, Dr. Eva Wieners will guide you through:- Strategies...

NGOs today face a difficult reality: donor expectations are rising, funding priorities are shifting, and organizations a...
08/07/2026

NGOs today face a difficult reality: donor expectations are rising, funding priorities are shifting, and organizations are being asked to demonstrate greater impact with fewer resources.

In this environment, strong communication is no longer optional. This video explores how storytelling can help nonprofits build trust, create emotional connection, and communicate impact more clearly in proposals, campaigns, and reports.

For professionals working in NGOs, fundraising, communications, advocacy, or social impact, this session offers practical insights into turning real experiences into stories that engage people far beyond statistics alone.

Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/aA47VOw77JI?si=zU6EssVpCn_EnbA6

Storytelling can shape how people understand, remember, and support...

Applications are now open for the Human Rights Advocates Program (HRAP) at Columbia University's Institute for the Study...
08/05/2026

Applications are now open for the Human Rights Advocates Program (HRAP) at Columbia University's Institute for the Study of Human Rights.

This opportunity is designed for grassroots human rights advocates working with NGOs, including lawyers, journalists, doctors, teachers, social workers, community organizers, and other practitioners advancing human rights across a range of issues.

Application deadline: October 15, 2026

If you believe you may be eligible, we encourage you to review the full eligibility requirements and application process on Columbia University's website.

Learn more and apply:
https://humanrights.columbia.edu/news/apply-fall-2027-and-spring-2028-human-rights-advocates-programs-hrap

If someone in your network may be a good fit, please consider sharing this opportunity with them.

Apply to the Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 Human Rights Advocates Programs (HRAP)! July 21, 2026 The Human Rights Advocates Program (HRAP) is now accepting applications to the Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 programs.Founded in 1989, HRAP leverages the resources of Columbia University and those offered by NYC...

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