Resource Mobilisation for Social Enablers in a Climate Of

Funders are not keen to support an organisation that does not have a clear strategy and vision for the future. [...] It is important to make sure that your voices ware out there and that you are visible as an organisation.” “You need to demonstrate leadership and delivery in the areas that you’ll be working in. [...] Do you have the necessary human resources to implement the programmes? Does your organisation have a monitoring and evaluation Strategy / Plan? [...] Does the leader of the organisation play an active role in ensuring that fundraising happens? Do you have sufficient funds to pay for fundraising-related expenses? Branding and Marketing Does your organisation have a logo? [...] Pitching means describing your work so that it highlights similarities with the interests of the resource provider and is therefore more likely to be supported. [...] In this case, it might be useful to show that you also are thinking of some of the same strategies as the donor. [...] This is your chance to show the donor that you are familiar with and understand the problem or the issue. [...] Explain the problem or the challenge in a way that you would to someone who is learning about the issue for the first time. [...] Why do you think these strategies will be effective in advancing your objectives? Think about what kind of change you want the activities to cause or bring about. Who will benefit and how will they benefit? [...] Even if you are doing most of the work alone, donors like to see that you have thought about other organisations, actors or individuals who you can work with, or with whom you can share your knowledge and experience.