I've been having so many conversations lately with fundraisers grappling with funding cuts and changes. That feeling of powerlessness? I get it.
But rather than dwell on what we have no control over, I wanted to share three things you can focus on to strengthen your position.
In this 45-minute workshop I'll share practical tools (the same ones I use with my clients) to help you:
Make the most of your existing donor relationships (without feeling like you're always asking for more)
Tell your story in a way that resonates right now (no generic crisis messaging here)
Build your confidence for those tricky conversations ahead (because mindset matters more than ever)
Along with the recording you'll also receive a worksheet so you can easily action what you've learnt.
P.S. I recorded this in February 2025 following the closure of USAID. Although I do reference it, the techniques can be applied now, regardless of the funder or the year.
Meet your trainer
A former British Museum and WaterAid fundraising leader, I went from hovering awkwardly at donor events to landing multi-million-pound gifts. Now I help non-profits, including funder grantees, scale their impact through stronger donor relationships and smarter fundraising strategies.
I've trained over 4,500 fundraisers across six continents and spoken at leading conferences, including the International Fundraising Conference in Amsterdam and Culture Business in Melbourne.
Having built my career in the UK and now based in Cape Town, I bring an international perspective that understands both global best practice and the specific challenges African organisations face. My training is practical and designed to help any organisation- regardless of size or location -build the confidence and skills to secure transformational gifts.