Training & Consultancy
Building Capacity
Across the Caribbean
Professional development, organisational training, and consultancy services — equipping individuals and institutions with the tools to thrive.
Customised For You
Tailored to Your Organization's Needs
Every training engagement begins with a discovery conversation. We design programs that speak directly to your team's context, challenges, and goals — in the Caribbean and beyond.
- In-person workshops in St. Maarten
- Virtual training available globally
- Half-day, full-day, and multi-day formats
- Certificates of completion provided
Non-profit Funding Strategy
Grant Writing & Funding Strategy
Dr. Nicole E. Francis Cotton applies 24+ years of grant expertise to help organisations secure foundation grants, government funding, and corporate sponsorships. VLF has secured more than $500,000 in institutional grants — and we bring that track record to your organisation.
AMFO · USONA · SKANFONDS · Cultuurfonds Caribisch Gebied · St. Maarten Hospitality & Tourism Association · Government of St. Maarten
- Non-profit Executive Directors seeking funding diversification
- Early-stage social enterprises building their first funding base
- Organisations seeking foundation, government & corporate grants
- Caribbean non-profits navigating international funders
- $500,000+ secured by VLF through strategic grants
- Diversified revenue streams for partner non-profits
- Expanded program capacity & community reach
- Strengthened non-profit sustainability & funder credibility