BuildPalestine, a platform dedicated to supporting community-led social impact in Palestine, has launched a call to identify a network of volunteer mentors. The new initiative aims to connect experienced fundraising professionals with Palestinian Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to help them diversify their funding sources and build long-term sustainability.
Call Overview
Building on nine years of work to reclaim and diversify funding for Palestine, BuildPalestine is exploring the creation of a volunteer fundraising task force. This network of mentors will provide expert guidance and advice to local Palestinian CSOs, helping them strengthen their capacity to raise funds beyond traditional donor aid. The current call is an exploratory step to map the interest and expertise available in the global community.
Key Benefits for Mentors
This is a unique opportunity for professionals to make a tangible and direct impact on the resilience of Palestinian civil society. Key benefits include:
- Direct Impact: Use your professional skills to empower grassroots organizations and community leaders in Palestine.
- Share Expertise: Make a meaningful contribution by sharing your knowledge in proposal writing, digital fundraising, or community-based models.
- Join a Network: Become part of a dedicated community of like-minded professionals committed to supporting social impact in Palestine.
Who They’re Looking For
BuildPalestine is seeking to connect with individuals who have professional experience in one or more of the following fundraising areas and are open to the possibility of volunteering as a mentor or advisor:
- Proposal and Grant Writing
- Digital Fundraising (including online campaigns and crowdfunding)
- Membership and Community-Based Models (e.g., subscription programs, recurring giving, community-led fundraising)
How to Apply
This is an initial mapping of interest and not a final commitment. Professionals with relevant experience who are interested in potentially joining this network are encouraged to express their interest by completing a short online form.
About BuildPalestine
BuildPalestine is a social enterprise committed to mobilizing supporters around the world to connect with and support grassroots, community-led social impact projects in Palestine. It works to create a global community dedicated to a more just and sustainable future for Palestinians.
