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Practical online training for grassroots organizations that want to become stronger, more accountable, and ready for partnerships and funding opportunities.

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Strengthen your organization from the inside

The AFCD Grassroots Readiness Bootcamp is a six-week online learning programme delivered through Google Meet. It helps community-based organizations, self-help groups, women groups, youth groups, farmer groups, savings groups, cooperatives and social enterprises build practical systems for governance, financial management, resource mobilization, enterprise development, proposal writing and donor readiness.

This is not a theory-based course. Every module helps your organization produce practical tools that can be used immediately.

What You Will Learn

Governance & Leadership
Build stronger leadership structures, clarify roles and improve accountability.

Financial Management
Develop budgets, cashbooks, payment vouchers, asset registers and financial reporting tools.

Resource Mobilization
Identify local assets, mobilize community resources and develop fundraising strategies.

Enterprise Development
Strengthen livelihood ideas, market understanding and community enterprise planning.

Proposal Writing
Turn community ideas into concept notes, budgets, workplans and fundable proposals.

Donor Readiness
Prepare your organization for partnerships, verification and future funding opportunities.

Programme Structure

The Bootcamp runs for six weeks and includes live sessions, assignments, peer learning and practical templates.

WeekModule
Week 1Building High-Performing Grassroots Organizations
Week 2Financial Management, Accountability and Stewardship
Week 3Community Resource Mobilization and Opportunity Mapping
Week 4Livelihoods and Community Enterprise Development
Week 5Project Design and Proposal Writing
Week 6Monitoring, Storytelling and Donor Readiness

Who Should Apply?

This Bootcamp is suitable for:

  • Community-Based Organizations
  • Self-Help Groups
  • Women Groups
  • Youth Groups
  • Farmer Groups
  • Savings Groups
  • Cooperatives
  • Faith-Based Organizations
  • Social Enterprises
  • Disability Groups
  • Community networks

Applicants from Kisumu, Homa Bay, Siaya, Busia, Migori and Trans Nzoia are especially encouraged to apply.

Participants will receive:

  • Participant workbook
  • Editable templates
  • Weekly assignments
  • Access to AFCD resource materials
  • WhatsApp learning community
  • Funding and opportunity alerts
  • Certificate of completion
  • Eligibility for AFCD profiling and future opportunity matching

Important Notice

Submitting this application does not automatically guarantee admission into the Bootcamp. AFCD will review applications and contact selected organizations with information about the next cohort, participation requirements, fees, scholarships where available, and joining instructions.

Bootcamp Application Form

Welcome!

Thank you for your interest in the AFCD Grassroots Development Academy.

The Grassroots Readiness Bootcamp is AFCD’s flagship capacity development programme designed to strengthen grassroots organizations across Kenya.

Participants receive practical training, tools, templates and coaching in governance, financial management, resource mobilization, community enterprise development, proposal writing and donor readiness.

Please complete this application carefully.

Estimated completion time:

8–10 minutes

Full Name
e.g 0722443443
Which sectors do you work in?
Which areas would you most like to strengthen?
Have you received organizational development training before?
Are you able to attend six online sessions?
Do you have access to Google Meet?
Tick the statements that apply to your organization. We have ….
DECLARATION

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bootcamp online?
Yes. Sessions are delivered online through Google Meet.

How long does the Bootcamp take?
The Bootcamp runs for six weeks.

Can more than one person from an organization attend?
Yes. We encourage organizations to nominate leaders such as the chairperson, secretary, treasurer or coordinator.

Will participants receive a certificate?
Yes. Participants who attend sessions and complete assignments will receive a certificate of completion.

Does joining the Bootcamp guarantee funding?
No. The Bootcamp strengthens organizations and prepares them for opportunities, but it does not guarantee funding.

Start your journey toward becoming partner-ready

Join the AFCD Grassroots Development Academy and strengthen your organization with practical tools, systems and networks for community impact.

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