Local NGO/NPO

Key to the success of our efforts is the agreement to work with other organizations which pursue the same objectives as us. We are called to join the networks of NGOs and NPOs working in humanitarian sector yo maintain the harmony often desired for the unfailing success of community projects. Hence it is an important exercise for us to share our knowledge with colleagues who need it so that this harmony is effectively re-established. However, the unit of measurement in management is the management of NGOs. Training produces qualified executives (Directors) of NGOs. These Directors are definitely bearers of hope for the community and for the entire nation because the emergence of a country begins from the community groups. After being trained as multivalent, they will have the power to evaluate all sectors of life and the chance to take off a country, starting with the small communities they serve. The management of a Non-Governmental Organization is comparable to that of all businesses.

FIND FUNDERS

There are countless funders across the the countries we serve, each offering different types of financial support for charities and non-profit organisations. These include:

• Trusts and Foundations
• Government Grants for Non-profits
• Corporate Donors
• High-net worth Individuals (such as sports personalities, film celebrities and top industrialists)

Navigating a vast range of opportunities can be daunting, especially as many funders will only consider projects that fall into their priority themes or cover specific geographical areas. Additionally, they may have a range of exclusion criteria. Instead of spending hours seeking out funders for your projects, SIW uses our years of experience with trusts, foundations, philanthropists, and rich lists, to find you perfect matches. This allows you to focus on delivering your life-changing projects. We carefully align your priorities to that of the funders, only recommending those who offer you the right type and level of funding for your needs.

We never submit cold applications. Ever. We take time to build relationships with the funders on behalf of your organisation, to increase the likelihood of successful applications. With our finger on the pulse of the funding world, we know who will be likely to support your projects, and who should be avoided, saving you both time and energy.

WRITING PROPOSALS

Once we find the right funders, we author the best quality and bespoke funding applications for you, carefully matching the bids to the funders’ priorities. We can apply for grants that will cover everything you might need, whether it be core costs, new interventions and expansions, or refurbishment and capital projects. We consult directly with you to identify the right priorities and financial details before writing an application and we will never submit anything without your approval.

Our consultants are all experienced writers, with a range of subject expertise, who give the greatest care and attention to every application. We ensure each bid is structured in synergy with the checks that funders take, whilst retaining our story-telling ability that highlights the important history of your organisation, all to strike a chord with the funding bodies. This helps applications stand out and provides the highest chance of success. But do not just take our word for it. Our clients are the best spokespeople for our work- look at our video testimonials and reviews.

FUNDRAISING STRATEGY

As well as writing grant applications, we can work with you to develop an effective and comprehensive fundraising strategy. Unlike our competitors, we don’t stop after helping you access funding in the short term but aim to provide financial stability and sustainability for your organisation in the long-term, providing strategies for 3-5 and up to 10 years ahead.

Using our deep industry knowledge, we create well-crafted action maps that incorporate and connect you to a diverse range of fundraising sources. We always work closely with you and for you, recognising that you know your organisation best. This ensures the strategy is sensitive to your current requirements but is also flexible and responsive to future needs and ambitions. Finally, we do not just provide one-off advice but use coaching and mentoring to equip your non-profit with the skills and expertise needed to successfully respond to ever-changing financial demands.

FUNDRAISING FEASIBILITY STUDIES

Fundraising feasibility is an essential document which outlines how viable a new project will be and covers all the fundamentals; from outlining the need for your intervention effectively, to ensuring the long-term sustainability of the project. With this service, we will endeavour to identify key opportunities within your programme, as well as any potential limitations that may restrict funding opportunities. At SIW, we have relationships with a wide array of funders, to help you secure the grants you need. A breadth is essential to reduce risks of reliance on a narrow range of funding sources, and our feasibility study will ensure you consider numerous options.

BUSINESS PLANNING

At SIW, we understand your needs as a non-profit. To grow sustainably it is vital to understand the specific needs of your organisation, as well as how to harness your strengths and mitigate any weaknesses. We are proud to offer our services as business experts, with a range of highly qualified consultants who can advise in a holistic manner, giving you access to both a breadth and depth of knowledge. From inception to fruition, we can assist on any business matter, from financing to public relations.

ORGANISATION REVIEW

Every organisation has its own rich history and ways of working, and we want to ensure that your overall operational and strategic operations are appropriate in an ever-changing context. We do this through conducting a detailed review of your organisation in its entirety, and can provide a series of recommendations, which we can then help you to implement. The review will provide a strong foundation to build upon, towards a long-lasting and life-changing organisation.

TRAINING DAY

We recognise that for some organisations, the best course of action will be to offer training to employees. Not only will this equip them with any necessary skills, but also nurture a sense of value within your team, giving them a structured development plan. As such, we want to add value to your team through our training days, which function as bootcamp style, to cater for a range of timeframes. Our sessions are designed to empower your team to grow your non-profit sustainably, covering all of the fundamentals. Subjects: •Knowledge about the NGO sector ;

•The way in which it must be created so that it is favourable for supporting;

•The development of a project ;

•Proposal writing;

•Techniques for partners location;

•Fund raising techniques ;

•Practice in day-to-day running of an organization or any social enterprise.

PROJECT EVALUATION

A necessary part of running a successful organisation is the ability to learn from projects and be able to communicate your achievements. To have the best possible chances of securing grants from funders, you will need to have a robust evaluative framework which tangibly demonstrates the impact your projects have. We can help you design metrics and data-collation methods to help you stand out from the crowd, which will ensure that any continuous funding is renewed. Additionally, good project evaluation will aid your project management, and keep your growth on target, building towards organisational longevity.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Community engagement is a growing interest for funders, where you will need to demonstrate the specific need for your organisation on the ground. This goes beyond just literature reviews, and we can advise on the best way to reach out to the community, and show that your interventions are not only desirable, but necessary. Non-profits embedded in the community are not only far more likely to gain funding, they are also more likely to gain recognition in the local area and open up new opportunities, such as partnerships with councils and government.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Our dedicated team are experienced in supporting planning applications of all kinds providing effective community engagement throughout the process from planning to delivery. We work on projects of all sizes from simple proposals to mixed use and/or strategic developments.

Our dedicated team are experienced in supporting planning applications of all kinds providing effective community engagement throughout the process from planning to delivery. We work on projects of all sizes from simple proposals to mixed use and/or strategic developments.

We can offer you support across the full range of community engagement activities including:

Engaging hard to reach groups including using multi-lingual mediums, translations and cultural sensitivities

• Running Community forums

• Consultation on community and stakeholder strategy and engagement

• Assistance in public and media relations to reach the communities you need to talk to

• Providing support to assist with enquires

• Helping you navigate reporting to funders and stakeholders

• Organising public exhibitions as part of the planning process

• Marketing support including design, photography and videos