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Training Course: Proposal Writing and Fundraising


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PS234919

22 - 26 Jun 2025

Dubai (UAE)

Cost : 4150 € Euro

Introduction

Getting funding for a project is not just a matter of luck, but a matter of learning a few skills and improving them each time one pen down to write a proposal. The approach that one takes to sell an idea will determine if the funds will be granted or not. The whole project should be very persuasive to woe the funder to your side. Those who fund projects want to invest in projects that will solve a specific problem, produce tangible benefits with lasting effects and meet the urgent need if it is a crisis situation. It is very important also to understand the funder and what the funder likes assisting. There are organizations that deal with different sectors only or majorly, for example, health, education, shelter, and food. For sustainable and effective implementation of project interventions, it is essential that organizations have the capacity to design, write and deliver high-quality project proposals and reports.  

This training will equip you and your organization with up-to-date information on modern trends in Proposal Writing & Fund Raising Identification of donor priorities, reasons why some of your project proposals don’t get funded and maximizing the possibilities of the internet in accessing more resources for your projects.

Course Objectives of proposal writing and fundraising

By the end of this course the participants will be able to:

  • Understand different ways of resource mobilization

  • Understand the principles of proposal writing

  • Organize the different components of a proposal in a logical flow

  • Write an effective proposal according to the donor’s requirements and guidelines

  • Use of M&E frameworks in project design when developing a proposal

  • Write good quality reports tailored to a target audience

  • Come up with possible project funding sources

  • Liaise with stakeholders in project idea initiation and fundraising initiatives

Target Participants

The training is targeted at officers involved in:

  • Development work

  • Community leaders

  • Policymakers

  • Project managers

  • Donors and project sponsors

Outline

Day1

  • Definition of proposal

  • What is the difference between a proposal and a report?

  • How to spot the funders that are right for you and your organization?

  • Basics of proposals

  • Different types of proposals

  • Key questions you must answer in your proposal

Day 2

  • Proposal formats

  • Project development and proposal Writing

  • Understand thoroughly the objectives of your proposals

  • Learn what will be the most important concerns of your evaluators

  • Know exactly what you are going to deliver

  • Be prepared to prove that you can deliver your promises

  • Know how you want to define the budget

 

Day 3

  • Preparing your organization for fundraising by defining your organization’s vision, mission, and core values

  • Developing strategic and Fundraising Plans

  • Setting Fundraising SMART Objectives

  • Identifying your stakeholders and how to involve them

  • Special events

  • Donor relationship and cultivation

  • Capital and comprehensive campaigns

Day 4

  • Grants from agencies, foundations, and corporations

  • Individual donors

  • Sales and services

  • Using credible, cost-effective fundraising methods

  • Being accountable

  • Appealing to donors and giving them reasons to support your cause

Day 5

  • Fundraising Challenges and Pitfalls

  • Writing a fundraising strategy

  • Deterrents to Fundraising

Personal Skills

Training Course: Proposal Writing and Fundraising


Register Now
Quick Inquiry
Discount Group Download Brochure (36)

PS234919

22 - 26 Jun 2025

Dubai (UAE) -

Cost: 4150 € Euro


  About Dubai

Dubai, located on the Persian Gulf, is one of the seven United Arab Emirates and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. The discovery of oil in the region has made Dubai extremely wealthy, allowing it to build the glittering skyscrapers that it is now famous for. That wealth is strongly in evidence in Dubai and visitors will see luxurious buildings and supercars aplenty. Perfect beaches and endless shopping opportunities are to key to Dubai's attractions. Flights to Dubai open up the city's cultural attractions to tourists, with beautiful mosques, museums and art galleries scattered throughout this ultra-modern metropolis.


  Things to do and places to visit in Dubai

Dubai's wealth has made it famous for building ever taller buildings and creating artificial islands off its shores. The city's hotels are luxurious and shoppers will love its extensive shopping malls which showcase all the world's top brands. Dubai's attractions don't end there. Dubai also caters to adventure lovers, who can jump in a 4x4 or on a board to speed over dunes outside the city. Local culture mustn't be forgotten either, and visitors have wonderful mosques to visit and old districts to explore. All that combined means that a flight to Dubai is sure to lead to an unforgettable holiday.

When visiting Dubai, be sure to:

  • Go to the observation deck of the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world.
  • Admire the intricately beautiful Grand Mosque, which has the tallest minaret in the city.
  • Understand the local history and culture with a visit to the Dubai Museum.
  • Discover objects from the 6th century at Jumeirah Archaeological Site.
  • Go skiing – That's not a joke, the Mall of the Emirates houses a snowdome.
  • Go shopping at the Mall of the Emirates or the Dubai Mall.
  • Explore the desert surrounding the city – either by 4x4 or atop a camel.
  • Eat fantastic seafood at Dubai Marina.
  • Cool off at the Wild Wadi Waterpark.
  • Marvel at gorgeous Arabic calligraphy at Jumeirah Mosque, the biggest in the city.
  • Take a yacht tour around the artificial islands of Palm Jumeirah.
  • Haggle for souvenirs in one of the city's souks.
  • Wander around the traditional building in Bastakiya District.
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