Building Stronger Partnerships: Insights for Engaging Local Funders

This engaging panel discussion is designed to help nonprofit leaders and professionals build sustainable, effective relationships with local funders. Beyond the grant proposal process, maintaining ongoing communication and cultivating meaningful partnerships are critical to long-term funding success. Panelists will share real-world strategies, best practices, and lessons learned from their experiences in working with local funders. Attendees will leave with actionable insights they can apply to strengthen their relationships, improve communication, and enhance funder engagement to better support their organization’s mission.

Session Goals and Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this session, attendees will be able to:

1. Understand the importance of ongoing communication with funders beyond traditional grant requests, including updates, success stories, and impact reporting.
2. Identify effective strategies and best practices for building authentic and sustainable relationships with local funders, including how to personalize outreach and demonstrate shared values.
3. Apply actionable advice and proven tips to enhance funder engagement, such as creating transparent communication channels, building trust, and understanding funder priorities.
4. Learn from real-world examples shared by the panelists, illustrating successful approaches to maintaining and growing funder relationships.

Audience: Nonprofit leaders, development professionals, board members, and anyone responsible for managing relationships with funders.

Cost: $25

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