You are invited to join us for a hands-on workshop for individuals, groups and organisations who want to feel more confident and equipped when asking for funding. Whether it’s a grant, a donation, or a corporate partnership, asking well is both an art and a science, and one that anyone can learn. This session focuses on clarity of purpose, understanding your audience, and building impactful messaging that works.

Through a mix of storytelling, practical tools, and interactive exercises, you’ll explore what makes an ask successful, why thanking is just as important as asking, and how to tailor your approach depending on who you’re speaking to. You’ll leave with a clearer sense of what you need to say, who needs to hear it, and how to say it, plus a simple plan to keep building your fundraising confidence and capability. 

A bit about Fi McPhee and The Funding Series

Fi McPhee is a leading expert in fundraising strategy, cultural change and donor engagement.  She has over 24 years of experience helping empower charities small and large navigate the funding landscape.

The Funding Series is a collaborative initiative designed to strengthen the capability of non-profit organisations and support sustainable funding strategies with Three Lakes Cultural Trust, Queenstown Lakes District Council, huddl, Sports Otago and the Conservation Alliance.

The Funding Series is open to individuals, groups and organisations who rely on funding or fundraising to support their operations, project or event. 

Funding in Practice is the fourth session of The Funding Series and the team are looking to deliver a second Funding Series in the future.

With thanks to our supporters

The Funding Series is created in partnership by huddl, Three Lakes Cultural Trust, Sports Central, The Conservation Alliance and Queenstown Lakes District Council.