Fundraising
Initiative

About the Initiative

The LALA Fundraising Initiative is one of the alternatives we offer as an organization to those candidates who have been selected to participate in our leadership camps and then enter the LALA ecosystem of opportunities, but do not have the financial resources to do so. At LALA we offer to around 90% of our applicants with financial need scholarships of up to 90%. This initiative seeks to accompany these young people in the process of raising the remaining money they need for their participation.

This initiative lasts four (04) weeks and focuses on providing tools, knowledge and access to networks that will enable participants to reach their fundraising goals. The students can also receive support from the Fundraising Coaches.

The role of the Fundraising Coaches is to accompany the young people in this process, helping them in their process to strengthen their ability to tell their story and promote their campaigns to potential donors. LALA will provide the volunteer coaches with all the support they require, and we hope that together we can help each of these young people reach their goal!

Thank you again for your interest in being part of the initiative as a volunteer, your support is transforming Latin America!

Check out the Coach’s Guide for more details:

Coach’s Guide in ENG | Coach’s Guide in SP | Coach’s Guide in PT

Format

Duration: 4 weeks (100% virtual).

Obs: The Fundraising Training sessions will be held on Thursdays, in Portuguese and Spanish:

Fundraising Opening Ceremony PT: March 19th, at 5 pm BRT
Fundraising Opening Ceremony SP: March 19th, at 6pm BRT / 4pm COT

Fundraising Closing Ceremony PT: April 9th, at 5 pm BRT
Fundraising Closing Ceremony SP: April 9th, at 6pm BRT / 4pm COT

Curriculum

Main topics we will explore and practice:

Storytelling (transform your story into human connection, turning potential donors into supporters by making the cause feel personal and important)
Fundraising Methods and platforms (crowdfunding, raffles, sales, events, grant, sponsorship)
Time and Energy Management (managing the time and energy ensures you focus on what brings the most donations without burning out)
What to do after the fundraising (how to report your results to the donors)

Selection Process

To apply for the Fundraising Initiative, please fill out our form by February 13th, 2026. Please note that completing the application form does not guarantee admission; selection will be based on your time availability and motivation to participate in the initiative.

Commitment

The time commitment is approximately 15 hours (total) during the four weeks. As part of the initiative, you will be expected to support your future young LALíderes, monitoring their goals and attendance while supporting them in executing the actions agreed upon in their fundraising plan.

Fundraising Team

Renate Mitie Fukunaga

Admissions Manager

As Admissions Manager at LALA, Renate is responsible for the strategic direction and execution of attracting and selecting future LAL leaders. Renate believes that when your heart is in the right place, you can build sustainable paths by prioritizing people and using technology as your main ally.

Fernanda Martinelli

Admissions Analyst

As an anthropologist, she learned to value different cultural perspectives and how we can learn from each other to build a better world, and as an admissions analyst, Fernanda works in the area that is the gateway for future LALeaders, overseeing the entire process of outreach, application, and entry into the LALA community.

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