The fundraising training provided by the IKI Small Grants programme has borne fruit: The organisation Initiative pour la Promotion de la Famille et du Genre was able to acquire funding amounting to 3.6 million euros. This will secure their work for the future.

The organisation assists particularly vulnerable rural populations in preparing for the impacts of climate change. They design and implement tailored training in agroforestry and climate change and advise local authorities on better aligning their strategies with the needs of the local population. IKI Small Grants collaborated with the organisation for two years. During this time, roughly 300 community members were trained in sustainable natural resource management techniques, 44 members of village environmental committees received climate-related training, 4 climate adaptation plans were developed, and 98 water tanks were installed.

Strengthening Fundraising and Communication – A means to achieving sustainability
Another of the project’s key focuses was to strengthen the organisation’s fundraising and communication skills. According to project manager Janvier Ngabo, these capacity development measures had a significant impact, helping the organisation secure a new long-term project. In doing so, IKI Small Grants became a trailblazer in ensuring the sustainability of local initiatives.

More about the project
Improving adaptation capacities for vulnerable households in Nyamagabe District | IKI Small Grants
ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
IPFG is a non-governmental organization founded in 2002 based in Nyamagabe District in Rwanda. All members are concerned about the welfare and full development of the family based on gender equality and the participation of men and women in all programmes aimed at strengthening fairness and democracy. Its mission is to promote and reinforce complementarity between man and woman and to encourage their participation in actions aimed at social and economic development.
Links
Website Initiative pour la Promotion de la Famille et du Genre (IPFG)