Turn Funding Gaps Into Funded Programs
Securing and sustaining donor funding is one of the most persistent challenges facing NGOs and development organizations today. Weak proposals, unclear budgets, and inconsistent reporting cost organizations funding they have already earned the right to compete for.
This five-day workshop equips fundraising, programs, and grants staff with the practical writing and reporting skills needed to win funding and keep donors confident in how it is used — from the first concept note through the final donor report.
Who Should Attend
Designed for staff who write, review, or sign off on proposals and donor reports.
What You Will Walk Away With
Funder-Ready Proposals
Structure and write proposals that speak directly to donor priorities and evaluation criteria.
Budget Narratives
Build budgets and budget narratives that hold up under donor scrutiny.
Confident Report Writing
Structure narrative and financial reports that communicate impact clearly and on time.
A Stronger Pipeline
Leave with a practical framework for tracking and prioritizing funding opportunities.
5-Day Curriculum
Click any day to see the full breakdown.
1 Foundations of Fundraising & Grant Writing +
- Understanding donor priorities and today's funding landscape
- Structuring a compelling case for support
2 Proposal Development +
- Building logical frameworks and theories of change
- Costing projects and writing budget narrations
3 Report Writing Essentials +
- Structuring narrative and financial donor reports
- Communicating results and impact clearly
4 Donor Relations & Compliance +
- Managing donor requirements and grant agreements
- Avoiding common compliance pitfalls
5 Practicum & Review +
- Live proposal and report critique workshop
- Individual action-plan development
Delivery Methodology
A practical, participant-centered approach designed for busy development professionals.
One fee. Everything covered.
Travel and accommodation are arranged separately by participants; AAI can advise on options on request.
- Morning tea/snacks (10am)
- Buffet lunch daily
- Bottled water throughout
- Course writing materials
- Afternoon coffee (4pm)
- Certificate of completion
Training trusted across the continent and beyond
Asset Africa Institute specializes in the research, design, and delivery of high-quality, affordable training for development professionals worldwide — built around real organizational challenges, not theory for its own sake.
Organizations that have trusted AAI include:
World Resources Institute · Catholic University of Mozambique · National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) · ACALISE, Uganda · WIOMSA · Help-ev.de, Zimbabwe · FCA-Kenya · Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia · FHI360, Burundi · GAIN, Pakistan · Moi University, Kenya · The Development Fund, Ethiopia/Somalia · eHealth, Nigeria · JRS, Thailand · SEND Sierra Leone · CABTAL, Cameroon · TOCH, South Sudan · CHA, Malawi · LEAP-RE (EU–AU Energy Partnership) — among tens of others.
Questions, answered
Who should attend this workshop?
Fundraising, programs, grants, M&E, and communications staff who write or review proposals and donor reports, plus managers who sign off on them.
When and where does it take place?
10–14 August 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya.
What does the USD 395 fee cover?
Tuition, daily meals and refreshments, course materials, and a certificate of completion. Travel and accommodation are arranged separately.
Is this in person or online?
This workshop is delivered in person in Nairobi, Kenya.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes — every participant who completes the workshop receives a certificate from Asset Africa Institute.
How do I register?
Click "Reserve Your Seat" to complete the short form, or contact our Training Coordinator directly. Seats are limited and confirmed on a first-come basis.