Building Stronger Funder Relationships: A Practical Guide to Foundation Outreach

Workshop Overview

Many nonprofit leaders know they should reach out to foundation funders—but aren't sure when, how, or what to say. 

In this interactive workshop, you'll learn a practical, step-by-step approach to foundation outreach before and after submitting a grant proposal. We'll discuss when outreach makes sense, how to prepare for conversations, what questions to ask, and how thoughtful follow-up can strengthen relationships over time.

Before the workshop, you'll complete a short questionnaire about your organization's current outreach efforts and fundraising goals. During the session, you'll apply the workshop framework to your own organization and leave with practical next steps you can put into action right away.

Your registration includes:

• A Foundation Outreach Toolkit with customizable email templates, planning worksheets, and follow-up resources
• A live, interactive workshop with practical instruction and Q&A
• Guidance on applying the outreach framework to your own organization
• Time for questions and discussion about common outreach scenarios

You'll leave with greater confidence, practical tools, and a clear process for building stronger relationships with foundation funders.