• Overview
• Securing funding
• Working with donors
  • Preferences and flexibility
  • Restrictions and requirements
  • Release of funds
• Funding grid
• Major donors
• Cluster funding

• Case studies
• Resources

Working with donors

If you are responsible for identifying potential donors, start with donors whose preferences and interests fit best with your programme.

Once funding is secured, aim to respect the donor's requirements and if you face difficulties, don't ignore them. Do what you can, briefly explain your difficulties (without directly criticising the donor) to your donor and your own head office and show that you are making improvements.