Designed for professionals eager to secure funding and drive impact, this online certification program provides a practical, results-driven approach to grant writing and strategic planning. Whether you’re seeking funds from private donors, foundations, or government agencies, this course will equip you with the expertise to craft compelling proposals and build a strong funding strategy tailored to nonprofit and public sector needs.
Whether you’re new to fundraising or looking to sharpen your skills, this course provides the tools, confidence, and connections to help you turn your ideas into funded projects.
Program Highlights
Course Objectives
This course was truly a blessing and came at the right time for me. I started unsure of how to organize my story, goals, and next steps, but I left with a clearer narrative, stronger strategy, and a real plan for moving forward.
Having access to Garri was one of the greatest benefits. It felt like having a consultant helping me think more clearly, strategically, and practically about my work and future direction.
The course also strengthened my AI skills and introduced tools and resources that have been invaluable. The networking and access to City Tutors added even more value, and being part of a small cohort made the experience personal, focused, and meaningful.
Winning the pitch deck competition at the end was an unexpected and affirming surprise. It showed me how much clarity I had gained and gave me even more confidence in the direction I’m building toward.
I would definitely recommend this course. I feel privileged to have been part of it and grateful for the clarity, confidence, and direction it helped me gain.
Best,
Shewanna
Weekly Plan
Week 1
Online
Setting the Foundation – Strategic Vision & Direction
Participants explore Bryson’s Strategic Planning Model, conduct personal and team-based
visioning, and decide between building an authentic or scenario-based pitch. Emphasis on
mission, values, and setting a north star.
Week 2
Online
Understanding the Landscape – SWOT & Stakeholders
Participants conduct situational analysis through SWOT and stakeholder mapping to identify
key strengths, challenges, and allies. These tools build the groundwork for a strong problem statement.
Week 3
Online
From Insight to Action – Goals & Strategy
Participants turn insights into clear goals, SMART objectives, and actionable strategies.
Participants begin thinking in terms of funder logic and long-term outcomes.
Week 4
Online
Writing the Narrative – Problem & Project Overview
Participants learn how to draft compelling needs statements and project summaries. Emphasis
is placed on clarity, urgency, and connecting community need to program design.
Week 5
Online
Building the Proposal – Methods, Outcomes & Evaluation
Participants write methods and evaluation sections, develop a basic logic model, and learn
how to align their outcomes with funder goals.
Week 6
Online
Finalizing the Proposal – Budgeting & Storytelling
Participants finalize their proposals and create budgets. They begin preparing and rehearsing
for their final pitches. Focus on persuasive storytelling and connecting with funders.
Week 7
Hybrid – Onsite & Online
Pitch Competition & Networking Event
Participants deliver 3–4 minute project pitches to a panel of judges. Includes prizes, feedback, celebration, and networking.