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You’ve Done the Training.
Attended the Webinars.
Read the Guides.
Still No Grants.
This 5-Month Implementation Program Changes That.
Designed for grassroot non-profit leaders ready to move from knowing to doing —
with expert coaching, accountability, supportive community and ready-to-use
fundraising tools.
Program Duration: August – December 2026
Hear It From Dr. Michael Kiragu
Why This Program Exists
Watch this short message on why implementation — not information — is the real reason why your nonprofit fundraising is struggling.
Can’t watch now? Everything you need to know is below.
The Real Problem
You Don’t Have an Information Problem.
You Have an Implementation Problem.
Information overload creates paralysis, not progress
Too much information creates overwhelm and confusion instead of clarity. You know you should be doing something, but you can’t decide what to prioritise, can’t direct your team effectively, and as a result, nothing gets done systematically.
One-off trainings don't create lasting change
Short workshops give you knowledge, but they rarely provide a clear path for implementation, accountability, or support to overcome obstacles when they arise. Without these, the knowledge fades and grants don’t follow.
Context-blind advice doesn't translate here
Most fundraising advice is generic. Nonprofit leaders need approaches built for their specific funding landscape, donor psychology, and organisational realities.
Working alone leads to inconsistent action.
Without someone to encourage, support, and hold you accountable, even committed leaders can end up stuck in the same place year after year.
Why Other Solutions Have Failed You
It's Not You. It's the Model.
01
Generic workshops leave you with notes, not grants
Training events provide frameworks and inspiration. What they don't provide is structured follow-through, on-going support, and accountability to turn inspiration into funding.
02
Self-paced courses fail when motivation dips
Online courses work when motivation is high. Fundraising is a long game and motivation dips. Without external accountability and community, most courses go unfinished and unimplemented.
03
Fundraisers do the work for you, not with you
Hiring a fundraiser may help secure a grant, but it can be costly and does not build your organisation’s internal fundraising capacity. When the fundraiser leaves, you’re often back at square one.
04
No accountability means intentions stay intentions
Without someone checking in, measuring progress, and holding you to commitments, even the best strategies collect dust while daily operations take over.
The Solution
A System That Turns Fundraising Knowledge Into Secured Grants
The Fundraising Leadership Program is a 5-month implementation program built on the R.I.S.E.R.S. Framework — a proven methodology addressing every dimension of grant fundraising, from funder relationships to proposal writing to reporting.
Five months is enough time to build trust with funders, establish new fundraising habits, and overcome the fears and limiting beliefs that keep organisations stuck — while maintaining the momentum and accountability that make change stick.
The outcome: you move from knowing what to do to actually doing it.
The R.I.S.E.R.S. Framework
Relationships
Build genuine, trust-based connections with funders that open doors over time.
Impeccable Reputation
Build credibility so funders seek you out — not the other way around.
Systems Organisation
Implement structured processes that give funders confidence in your capacity.
Effective Proposals
Craft compelling applications that match funder priorities and show real impact.
Research
Find the right funding opportunities and understand exactly what each donor needs.
Superior Reporting
Deliver reports that strengthen funder relationships and unlock repeat funding.
How It Works
20 Sessions. 5 Months. Real Results.
We meet for two hours every week at a fixed time. Every session follows the same proven structure — so you always know what to expect.
Hour 1: Mini-Lecture & Activities
Bite-sized, evidence-based content — no theory, no fluff. One focused topic per session with interactive activities to embed learning immediately.
Hour 2: Mastermind Session
Collective problem-solving with your peer cohort. Bring your real challenges, leave with solutions — from the group and your coach.
Weekly Assignment
Every session ends with a specific, immediately actionable implementation task so progress happens between sessions — not just during them.
The Full 20-Session Curriculum
Leadership Mindset, Masterminding & Organisational Readiness
Establish your personal and organisational fundraising goals, understand the power of masterminding, build your fundraising A-team, engage your board, and clarify your Theory of Change. You leave with the strategic clarity and team structure fundraising success requires.
Tools: Program Roadmap · Mindset Assessment · Mastermind Planning Guide · Fundraising Team Guide · Board Engagement Guide · Theory of Change Template
Fundraising Assets
Case for Support, Brand & Funder Research
Build a compelling case for why funders should invest in your organisation, audit your brand and trust signals, and develop a prioritised list of mission-aligned funders. By the end of this phase, you know exactly who you’re approaching — and why they should say yes.
Tools: Case for Support Template · Brand Audit Checklist · Funder Mapping Tool
Sessions 9–11 🤝 Relationships
Relationship-Centred Fundraising & Funder Outreach
Understand funder psychology, map your top 10 funders, build a stewardship and communication plan, and send your first real outreach — emails, calls, and meeting requests — with scripts and coaching support.
Tools: Relationship Map Template · Funder Management Tracker · Email & Call Scripts
Sessions 12–17 ✍️ Proposals
AI Powered Grant Writing: Outstanding Narrative & Budgets
Assess live funding opportunities, draft narrative sections, apply best practices for clarity and impact, build your log frame and project budget, and use AI responsibly to refine your proposals. You end this phase with real applications ready to submit.
Tools: Funding Opportunity Assessment · Proposal Outline Guide · Log Frame Template · Budget Template · Grant Proposal AI Prompts Pack
Sessions 18–20 🎓 Impact & Sustainability
Superior reporting: Storytelling & Site Visits
Master impact storytelling to influence funders, prepare for funder site visits, and close with a structured 6-month sustainability roadmap. You’ll graduate at an in-person ceremony with a clear plan for what comes next.
Tools: Storytelling Framework · Site Visit Checklist · Sustainability Roadmap
Who This Is For
Built for Leaders Who Are Ready to Do the Work
This program is deliberately selective. We work with leaders committed to transformation
“We are not looking for people who want to learn about fundraising. We are looking for leaders ready to do it.”
This is for you if…
✅ You’re a Founder, CEO, Executive Director orFundraising Manager of a
grassroot non-profit operating for atleast 3 years
✅ You’re coachable, willing to challenge your assumptions and shift your approach based on evidence
✅ You’re committed to your organisation’s growth
This is not for you if…
What You'll Walk Away With
Concrete Outcomes, Not Just Confidence
By the end of the 5 months, you won’t just feel like a better fundraiser. You’ll have the systems, relationships, and submitted proposals to prove it.
Ready to Use Fundraising Assets
You will leave with a complete set of fundraising documents, templates, and tools that can support your organisation’s future fundraising efforts.
A Pipeline of Ideal Funders
You will develop a researched and prioritised list of suitable grant opportunities, complete with relationship development plans to guide consistent fundraising efforts.
Submitted Grant Proposals
You will write, review, and submit real grant proposals during the programme so you leave with active applications already in the market.
Internal Fundraising Systems
You will build documented processes, templates, and workflows your team can use consistently so fundraising success does not depend on one person.
Funder Relationships in Progress
You will begin building and nurturing relationships with real funders using the right approach and foundations from the start.
Graduation Certificate and Six Month Implementation Roadmap
You will celebrate your completion with a certificate and leave with a structured six month implementation plan to continue applying what you have learned independently
Proof It Works
Results From Leaders Who Committed
From Coaching Session to Secured Grant
During one of our implementation sessions, a participant worked with Dr. Kiragu to develop a tailored grant strategy for their organisation. An implementation plan was created, the proposal was written with coaching support — and the grant was secured. This is what the program is designed to deliver: not just knowledge, but funded outcomes.“Michael is part of the top-cream in terms of partnership building and resource mobilization — not just in Kenya but globally. He skillfully weaves together theory and practice, growing resource mobilization amateurs into professionals.”
MS
Martha Sunda
Executive Director, Childline Kenya
“Through their training sessions, I’ve gained invaluable insights into crafting standout grant proposals that secure funding. The RISERS Method provides a strategic and effective approach, making the complex process of grant writing far more accessible.”
Amila Geo
Founder & Director, Better Future Georgia
“We were amazed by his skills in delivering the content — he kept us engaged, challenged our traditional approaches in fundraising, and shared new insights on the donor landscape.”
Dr. Job Makoyo
Country Director, Jacaranda Health, Kenya
Trusted by leading African organisations
Your Lead Consultant
2,800+
Professionals Trained
Dr. Michael Kiragu
Founder & Principal Consultant, Bell Consultants
Dr. Michael Kiragu has spent over 12 years navigating the funding landscape —
working in non-profit organisations before founding Bell Consultants, with a single
mission: to build effective, thriving non-profits across the world.
He developed the R.I.S.E.R.S. Framework from hands-on experience. A
methodology built specifically for grassroot non-profits.
🌍 8+ years leading non-profit capacity building
👥 2,800+ fundraising professionals trained
📁 45 organisational consultancy projects completed
🧭 Creator of the R.I.S.E.R.S. Framework for grant fundraising success
🏢 Experience across international and local non-profit organisations
Investment
Simple, Transparent Pricing
One programme. Two payment options. Everything included in both. Choose what works best for you right now.
Full Payment
Pay once at a reduced founders rate. No further payments, ever
Regular price $395
One-time payment· Full 5-month access
✓ You save $45 with the Founders Discount
Everything Included
- ✓ 20 weekly 2-hour sessions over 5 months
- ✓ Weekly Mastermind Group peer accountability
- ✓ Group coaching with Dr. Michael Kiragu
- ✓ Done-for-you tools, templates & AI prompts
- ✓ Proposal writing with coaching feedback
- ✓ WhatsApp community + in-person graduation
- ✓ 🎁 Free eBook for early bird registrants
Flexible
Monthly Payment
Spread across 5 months. Full acess from your very first session.
Per month × 5 · Total: $395
First payment today, then $79 × 4 monthly
Everything Included
- ✓ 20 weekly 2-hour sessions over 5 months
- ✓ Weekly Mastermind Group peer accountability
- ✓ Group coaching with Dr. Michael Kiragu
- ✓ Done-for-you tools, templates & AI prompts
- ✓ Proposal writing with coaching feedback
- ✓ WhatsApp community + in-person graduation
- ✓ 🎁 Free eBook for early bird registrants
- Secure checkout
- Spot confirmed on payment
- Only 30 places total
- Email us with questions first
Pricing Philosophy
Our Pricing Philosophy
Great coaching should be accessible, honest, and built around how you work.
Flexible payment for individuals
We know many participants fund this investment personally, not through an organisational budget. That’s why we offer both a one-time payment ($350) and a monthly spread ($79 × 5). Neither option compromises your access. Both get you the exact same programme, the same coaching, and the same outcome
Secure payments, no hidden terms and conditions
All payments are processed through a secure, encrypted checkout. There are no lock-in clauses, no hidden fees and no fine print. Monthly partcipants are charged one payment at a time. You’re here because you choose to be and that’s how it stays. If you have any questions about payment, please feel free to reach out before you enroll.
Our refund policy
We want you to feel confident in your investment. Refunds are available according to our refund policy in the Terms and Conditions, so you can join the program knowing your commitment is safe.
Online is not a compromise, it’s cost efficient
In-person programmes require travel, accommodation, and time away from your organisation — costs that are prohibitive for most non-profit leaders. Delivering this programme online means a leader in Nairobi, Kampala, Accra, or Harare pays the same price and gets the same experience. The cohort model also means you’re learning alongside peers from across the world, which makes the mastermind richer.
Do I need prior fundraising experience to join?
No. The program is designed to meet you where you are. Whether you are relatively new to grant fundraising or have tried various approaches without consistent results, the R.I.S.E.R.S. Framework gives you a systematic foundation to build from.
Will I actually submit grant proposals during the program?
Yes. The program is built around implementation. During the proposal phase (Sessions 12–17), you’ll be writing applications for funders — and may seek feedback from peers and coach before submission. The goal is to have several applications submitted before the program ends.
Is this program available to non-profits outside Kenya?
Yes. While Bell Consultants is Kenya-based, the program is designed for grassroot non-profit leaders across the globe. Our cohorts bring together participants from diverse geographies, sectors, and experience levels, which strengthens the peer learning and masterminding components.
What happens if I hit an obstacle in my fundraising journey?
This is exactly what the coaching and masterminding components are designed for. When implementation challenges arise — and they will — you have two pathways: direct coaching with Dr. Kiragu to address your specific issues, and collective problem-solving with your peer cohort. You’re never stuck without a pathway forward.
What if I'm not sure this programme is right for me?
Please reach out before you pay. Email info@bellconsultants.co.ke or call +254 719 735077. We would rather have a good conversation than a mismatched enrollment.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this program designed for?
This program is built specifically for CEOs, Executive Directors, and Founders of African non-profits that have been operating for a minimum of 3 years. We also consider fundraising staff from small non-profits on a case-by-case basis, where decision-making authority and organisational commitment are present.
How much time do I need to commit each week?
Each week involves a 2-hour live session (1 hour of focused content + 1 hour of Mastermind Group) plus a weekly implementation assignment. The assignments are designed to be practical and directly relevant to your organisation — not busy work. The program runs over 5 months, structured for leaders running full-time organisations.
Do I need prior fundraising experience to join?
No. The program is designed to meet you where you are. Whether you are relatively new to grant fundraising or have tried various approaches without consistent results, the R.I.S.E.R.S. Framework gives you a systematic foundation to build from.
Will I actually submit grant proposals during the program?
Yes. The program is built around implementation, not just learning. During the proposal phase (Sessions 12–17), you’ll be writing real applications for real funders — with coaching feedback on your proposals before submission. The goal is to have applications in the market before the program ends.
Is this program available to non-profits outside Kenya?
Yes. While Bell Consultants is Kenya-based, the program is designed for African non-profit leaders across the continent. Our cohorts bring together participants from diverse geographies, sectors, and experience levels — which strengthens the peer learning and masterminding components.
What happens if I hit an obstacle and fall behind?
This is exactly what the coaching and masterminding components are designed for. When implementation challenges arise — and they will — you have two pathways: direct coaching with Dr. Kiragu to address your specific bottlenecks, and collective problem-solving with your peer cohort. You’re never stuck without a pathway forward.
How do I apply, and what does the process involve?
Click the Apply button on this page to access the application form. We review applications individually to ensure each participant is a strong fit for the cohort. If accepted, you’ll receive onboarding information ahead of the program start date. With only 30 spots available, we recommend applying early.
Your Mission Is Too Important
to Keep Waiting for Funding
Program Duration: August – December 2026
5-month program · 20 weekly sessions · In-person graduation
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