Venture for Fund Raising

19/10/2026

𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐒 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇

October is National Indigenous Peoples Month, a celebration of heritage and community. Across the Philippines, Indigenous Peoples keep alive diverse knowledge, traditions, and cultural practices that continue to shape our nation’s identity and enrich our collective history.

Keep in mind that celebration also calls for action. Many Indigenous Communities still face barriers to equality and inclusion. By listening to their voices, respecting their rights, and providing meaningful support through genuine partnerships, we can walk alongside them toward a more just and inclusive future.

Beyond awareness, this month calls on us to support community-led initiatives, recognize Indigenous Peoples’ contributions, and ensure their voices are heard and respected in shaping the communities they belong to.

Together, let us stand in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples by helping protect their cultural heritage, uphold their rights, and create spaces where their identities and traditions are valued for generations to come.

16/10/2026

Ready to elevate your organization’s fund raising strategy? 🚀

Fewer than 20% of charities worldwide feel completely prepared for long-term financial sustainability. But at Venture, we believe that with the right tools, systems, and community support, every mission can flourish!

Our latest e-newsletter is packed with actionable advice to help Philippine non-profits build lasting resilience—from communicating your impact with confidence to intentional networking, engaging local donors, and nurturing your team.

Inside this issue:
💡 Global Trends & Local Strategy: Key takeaways from CAF’s 2026 World Giving Report: Charity Insights and what they mean for Philippine NGOs
🎤 Venture in Action: Highlights and takeaways from our recent workshops and public talks
💰 Grant Opportunities: Curated funding opportunities available for social purpose organizations

Take a moment to explore the latest trends, stories, and practical insights in our Q3 e-newsletter!

👉 Read and download the free e-newsletter here: https://bit.ly/VentureQ3ENewsletter2026

To explore previous issues, visit our e-newsletter hub: https://bit.ly/VFRENewsletterHub

16/10/2026

Christmas carols are already echoing around us!🍁✨

With just two months to go before the Christmas season, charitable giving typically picks up—making this one of the most critical times of the year for nonprofits. Is your organization ready with its year-end fund raising plans?

November is the perfect time to reassess your priorities, refine your fund raising approach, and secure the resources you need to expand your impact.

To help you prepare, Venture is opening 3 FREE Online Consultation Slots for November 2026.

These focused, 30-minute sessions are tailored specifically to your organization’s needs and are strictly limited to the first 3 organizations to sign up.

📌 Quick Info:

When: November 9, 2026 via Zoom

Length: 30 Minutes

Cost: 100% Free

This peak season is full of possibilities. Together, let’s explore new opportunities, maximize your reach, and set your mission up for a strong and successful year-end finish!🎄

🎟 Claim your slot now: https://bit.ly/VentureConsultation2026

13/10/2026

The European Union System for an Enabling Environment for Civil Society (EU SEE) is inviting expressions of interest from experienced civil society organizations (CSOs) or networks in the Philippines for its Monitoring and Early Warning Support Grants.

The EU SEE team is seeking proposals from CSOs or networks with demonstrated research experience, a background in human rights advocacy and campaigning, strong connections with diverse civil society organizations across the country, and the capacity to conduct outreach and research beyond major cities.

The selected organization will monitor the state of the enabling environment for civil society, provide updates, contribute to reports, and share insights and recommendations. The program aims to engage partners working in diverse contexts, drawing on expertise in gender equality, diversity, and inclusion, while paying particular attention to underrepresented groups and intersectionality.

Grant Amount: Approximately €25,000 per year (1.7 Million PHP)
Grant Duration: One year, with the possibility of renewal subject to performance expectations
Eligible Country: Philippines
Application Deadline: October 23, 2026

For more information and application details, visit:
https://hivos.org/call/expression-of-interest-for-civil-society-in-the-philippines-eu-see-program/

12/10/2026

Last September 2–4, 2026, the Philippine Council for NGO Certification (PCNC), in partnership with the Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) and the PICPA Foundation, held the final run of this year’s Financial Stewardship for NGOs training at ibis Styles Manila Araneta City in Cubao, Quezon City.

The impactful three-day workshop brought together passionate nonprofit leaders and finance officers from the education, health, environmental conservation, and other vital sectors, creating a space for meaningful learning and exchange.

Representing Venture on Day 2, our Executive Director, Ms. Pinky Medina, led an insightful and practical fund raising module on “Diversifying Revenue Streams.” Drawing from Venture’s experience working with NGOs across various sectors, she shared practical strategies for building long-term financial resilience by cultivating a healthy mix of grants, gifts, and earned income.

On Day 3, our Deputy Director, Ms. Kiel Fernandez, teamed up with Myriad USA to lead an engaging discussion on “Emerging Trends in Nonprofit Finance.” The interactive session explored how organizations can harness data-driven decision-making to strengthen resource mobilization while responding to the evolving expectations of today’s donors.

Venture extends our heartfelt gratitude to PCNC, PICPA, and the PICPA Foundation for their continued trust and for championing this vital capacity-building initiative for the nonprofit sector.

Here’s to building stronger, more resilient nonprofits, and a more sustainable future for our sector.

Read more about our engagement here: https://bit.ly/PCNCVentureNCR

12/10/2026

World Mental Health Day takes place every year on 10 October—a reminder of why creating space for open conversations, compassion, and support is so important in our lives and communities.

This year’s theme, “Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change,” (World Federation for Mental Health) reminds us that conversations about mental health matter most when we take the time to truly listen to what others are experiencing.

As we close the National Mental Health Week in the Philippines, may we continue to carry this spirit of care and compassion. Whether through a listening ear, a kind gesture, or meaningful support for initiatives that advance mental health and well-being, each of us can play a part in creating more caring and inclusive communities.

Together, let’s continue to listen, connect, and make space for one another.

07/10/2026

We are excited to share the success of The Stakeholder Engagement Workshop held last September 25, 2026!

Forty-three participants from 19 organizations, representing a diverse range of sectors, including education, faith-based organizations, child protection, environmental conservation, agriculture, community development, women and technology, maritime education, among others attended the one-day course and left with actionable strategies on how to build meaningful, lasting relationships with their various stakeholders.

A major highlight of the workshop was the sharing of our resource speaker, Ms. Joanne Pacho, Social Impact Manager at Oracle NetSuite, who demonstrated how technology can help streamline organizational engagement activities.

📖 Read the full workshop recap and highlights here: https://bit.ly/Venture2026-SEW

A big THANK YOU to all our participants for joining us in exploring how non-profits can strengthen stakeholder relationships, communicate their impact, and turn meaningful connections into lasting support.

Stay tuned and follow our page for upcoming workshops, insights, and resources designed to help your non-profit grow and strengthen its impact!

07/10/2026

We just wrapped up the 78th run of our flagship course — The Basic Course on Fund Raising!

With a full house and an engaged group of participants, this latest run was a meaningful three days of learning, sharing, and connection, as participants explored the fundamentals of professional fund raising.

From September 22–24, 2026, 32 representatives from 18 organizations participated in the three-day workshop, reflecting a diverse range of sectors, including education, faith-based organizations, sexual and reproductive health, environmental conservation, community development, and maritime education.

The course covered key topics from strategies and systems to emerging trends and opportunities with practical insights participants can bring into their own organizations and work.

We are grateful to all the participants who brought their energy, collaborative spirit, and unique experiences to the workshop and made this 78th run a meaningful one!

Read more about the highlights here: https://bit.ly/Venture2026-BCFR78

To our participants, we’d love to hear your takeaways! Share this post and let others know what resonated with you most.

Happy friend-raising!

07/10/2026

30/09/2026

The Interledger Foundation is inviting applications for its Local Impact Mini-Grants to support community groups and individual leaders working to expand digital financial access through local initiatives. This program is built for individuals and organisations who can bring local communities together around open payments and digital financial access, create space for learning, discussion, and hands-on experimentation, and share what they find with the broader Interledger community.

The program provides funding support for projects such as meetups, workshops, hackdays, community conversations, research, storytelling, and content activities. Projects must focus on open payments and digital financial access. For this funding cycle, communities in the Global South, rural areas, or peri-urban regions with limited access to formal financial services are a priority.

Selected beneficiaries may receive grants of $500 to $3,000 (approximately PHP 30,000 to PHP 185,000), with flexible support for community-led learning, events, and local ecosystem building. Grantees will also have access to Interledger resources and the broader open payments community, as well as connections to a global network of practitioners working on digital financial access. Projects must be completed within 6 months of accepting the grant.

Application deadline: November 11, 2026

To learn more about the funding opportunity, please visit: https://interledger.org/grant/local-impact