GrantAid’s AI Course helps charities, NGOs, and not-for-profit organisations harness the transformative potential of AI in ways that are ethical, effective, and aligned with their mission. We start by examining why AI matters to your organisation and how it can streamline daily tasks—such as drafting policies, analysing donor data, and coordinating events—so you can focus more on delivering impact.

After establishing a clear understanding of AI’s benefits and risks, we encourage safe, small-scale experimentation that lets you witness its capabilities without disrupting your core operations. Once you’ve seen how AI can fit into your work, we help you develop appropriate policies and governance structures, ensuring your adoption process respects privacy, transparency, and accountability.

With these foundations in place, we identify both strategic and day-to-day use-cases—whether boosting fundraising outreach or automating repetitive administrative tasks—and guide you in selecting the right tools. Finally, we outline a plan for training your team, measuring success, and scaling AI responsibly.

For those new to AI, our 2.5-hour introductory workshop (available in person or online) provides an accessible overview of AI concepts, practical demonstrations, and resources to help you adopt AI confidently. By the end, your organisation will be equipped to embrace AI in a way that prioritises the communities you serve and the values you stand for.

We begin by reviewing your current fundraising approach to pinpoint ways your organisation can establish multiple funding streams. From individual giving and community fundraising to corporate partnerships and legacy giving, we create a clear blueprint tailored to your needs—helping broaden your donor base and ensure long-term financial stability. Whether you’re focusing on cultivating direct relationships with supporters or establishing strategic corporate alliances, our guidance will equip your charity to remain resilient in a constantly shifting funding environment.

We begin by evaluating your governance structures in line with the principles of the Charity Governance Code, identifying areas for improvement alongside your organisation’s existing strengths. This includes reviewing your current policies to ensure they align with your mission and sector standards. We then look at your board’s composition to confirm it has the right balance of skills, backgrounds, and perspectives, while benchmarking your practices against similar organisations for a broader context. Throughout this process, we provide a supportive environment where board members can reflect on how they collaborate, share responsibilities, and maintain accountability in daily decision-making.

Based on our findings, we offer tailored recommendations—ranging from refining leadership roles and clarifying responsibilities to updating policies or strengthening oversight mechanisms.

Our approach starts by working with you on each project that requires funding to gain a thorough understanding of its scope and aims. From there, we compile a folder of common funder questions and craft answers in varied formats—ranging from succinct statements to in-depth responses—ensuring you’re prepared for any application. We can also develop a comprehensive case for support that outlines your project’s goals, strategy, and anticipated impact, providing examples of our previous work on request. Whether you’re tackling a particularly complex application or need someone to review and refine your existing proposals, our team offers comprehensive editing and guidance to help you put your best foot forward.

Demonstrating your project's impact is critical for attracting and retaining funder support. At GrantAid, we help define the outcomes you should be aiming for, advise on the best evaluation methods, and guide you on how to report your results effectively. From establishing clear metrics and data collection tools to compiling concise, compelling reports, we ensure your organisation can confidently showcase its achievements and strengthen its credibility with funders and beneficiaries alike.

We begin by reviewing your existing funding pipeline to identify additional opportunities that align with your projects. By conducting thorough research and staying informed of current funding priorities, we pinpoint the funders most likely to be interested in your cause. This ensures you never miss a potential source of support and helps you expand your funding pipeline in a strategic, timely way.

We believe that creating a strong, inclusive culture underpins every aspect of effective governance and service delivery. Our EDI workshop equips your team with practical strategies for recognising bias, embracing varied perspectives, and embedding inclusion across the organisation. From day-to-day interactions to long-term policy decisions, we ensure everyone understands the value of diverse voices and feels empowered to contribute.

Beyond training, we also support recruitment at board and trustee level, helping you expand the range of skills, experiences, and backgrounds on your board. This strengthens decision-making and ensures your leadership better reflects the communities you serve. By approaching workforce and culture holistically, we enable staff, volunteers, and leadership to thrive—positioning your charity to meet its mission more effectively and increase its impact.