Training on Financial Sustainability and Resource Mobilization for Non-Profits
Learn strategies for financial sustainability and effective resource mobilization for non-profits.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
Non-profits need sustainable funding to achieve their mission. This course equips participants with strategies to diversify funding sources, mobilize resources effectively, and manage finances sustainably. Real-world case studies will demonstrate successful resource mobilization campaigns and financial sustainability practices.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Non-profit Executive Directors and Managers
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Fundraising and Resource Mobilization Officers
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Finance and Accounts Staff
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Program and Project Managers
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Board Members responsible for financial oversight
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
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Understand principles of financial sustainability for non-profits.
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Develop strategies for resource mobilization and donor engagement.
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Diversify funding sources to reduce financial risk.
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Apply financial planning techniques for sustainable operations.
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Analyze case studies to implement effective fundraising and sustainability initiatives.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Principles of Financial Sustainability
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Understanding financial sustainability in the non-profit sector
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Revenue streams, cost structures, and risk management
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Case Study: Achieving financial stability in a multi-donor NGO
Module 2: Resource Mobilization Strategies
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Donor engagement, grant writing, and fundraising campaigns
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Strategic partnerships and collaborations
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Case Study: Successful corporate partnership for community projects
Module 3: Diversification of Funding Sources
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Individual giving, events, and digital fundraising
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Social enterprise and earned income opportunities
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Case Study: Diversifying revenue streams for a health-focused NGO
Module 4: Financial Planning and Management for Sustainability
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Budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
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Tracking financial performance and impact
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Case Study: Financial planning for long-term program continuity
Module 5: Monitoring, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement
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Measuring effectiveness of resource mobilization strategies
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Reporting to stakeholders and donors
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Case Study: Evaluating and improving a fundraising campaign
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Increased financial stability and reduced dependency on single funding sources
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Strengthened donor engagement and confidence
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Improved long-term sustainability and operational efficiency
Individual Impact
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Ability to develop and implement resource mobilization strategies
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Skills to analyze and diversify funding streams
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Improved financial planning and sustainability decision-making
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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