This course is designed to help NGO staff and fundraisers develop persuasive communication, relationship-building, and donor engagement skills essential for mobilizing resources. It bridges sales principles with mission-driven messaging, empowering participants to connect authentically with donors, partners, and supporters.
Learning Methodology
Fundraising pitch simulations
Donor profiling and segmentation exercises
Storytelling labs and communication drills
Group roleplays and objection handling
Case studies from successful NGO campaigns
Learning Outcomes
Participants will be able to:
Engage different types of donors using targeted communication strategies
Apply basic sales techniques to secure funding and long-term partnerships
Handle objections and rejections with confidence
Use storytelling to connect emotionally with potential supporters
Build trust and credibility throughout the fundraising process
Delivery Format
Duration: 3 days (in-person) or 4 virtual sessions
Format: Practical, story-driven workshop model
Location: In-house or regional training venue
Certificate: Awarded by Alverton Global upon completion
Course Features
- Lectures 15
- Quiz 0
- Duration 3 days
- Skill level Expert
- Language English
- Students 4
- Certificate Yes
- Assessments Yes
- 5 Sections
- 15 Lessons
- 3 Days
- Fundraising as Mission-Driven Sales3
- Understanding Donor Psychology3
- Effective Storytelling and Messaging3
- Building and Maintaining Donor Relationships3
- Practical Campaign Strategies and Simulation3
Requirements
- Basic communication and writing skills
- Current role or interest in fundraising or donor relations
Features
- Combines sales psychology with NGO fundraising needs
- Focus on storytelling and emotional engagement
- Practical donor communication tools
- Case-based learning from real campaigns
- Certified by Alverton Global
Target audiences
- Fundraisers and resource mobilization officers
- NGO communication and partnership staff
- Community mobilizers and campaign coordinators
- Program managers with donor engagement roles