What You'll Learn
Strategic funder cultivation techniques that create lasting partnerships
How to map and manage funder relationships effectively
CRM setup and management for nonprofit fundraising success
Stewardship best practices that keep funders engaged year after year
Excellence in grant reporting that strengthens funder confidence
Professional meeting and presentation skills for funder interactions
How to shift from grant-chasing to relationship-building mindset
Who Should Attend
Nonprofit leaders struggling to build lasting funder relationships
Development professionals tired of starting from scratch with each grant application
Organizations seeking long-term funding partnerships rather than one-time gifts
Executive Directors who want to move beyond transactional fundraising
Grant writers ready to elevate their approach beyond just writing proposals
Anyone frustrated with low response rates and funding rejections
Pain Points We'll Address
Why 89.5% of organizations struggle with funder relationship building
How to stop the exhausting cycle of constantly seeking new funders
Moving from one-time grants to multi-year partnerships
Building trust and credibility with foundation program officers
Creating systems that nurture relationships even when you're busy
Turning grant reporting from a chore into a relationship-strengthening opportunity
About the Facilitator
This workshop is presented by Alex Aryaan, CEO of The Funding & Strategy Collaborative, who has secured over $7.5 million in grant funding since 2023 by prioritizing authentic relationships over transactional approaches.