Leadership. Finance. Sustainability.
Tirana, Albania | May 25 – 29, 2026
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Impact Lab is a five-day offsite learning experience on leadership, finance, and sustainability for non-profit organizations designed by Crafted Learning and NGO Finance Hub – two organizations joining forces for greater impact.
NGO professionals are coming together in Tirana to step away from their daily cycle of work and taking part in a tailored experience which blends practical tools, reflective learning, and cultural experiences to strengthen how non-profit leaders collaborate, plan, and communicate.
With only fifteen participants, Impact Lab for NGOs offers an intimate, all-inclusive space to step back, gain clarity, and return ready to lead with lasting impact.
Step Back. Grow Forward.
Are you ready to step away from your day-to-day and reinvest in your growth as a non-profit leader?
Impact Lab welcomes you to five days in Tirana, Albania where purpose meets professional development, and learning is matched with rejuvenation.
This is your moment to pause, reflect, and emerge with renewed clarity and capability.
Designed for Leaders Like You
This immersive experience is designed for finance managers, program leads, NGO directors, and non-profit professionals looking to strengthen cross- department collaboration, financial acumen, and leadership capacity. The program blends core skill-building with reflective practice, cultural exploration, and meaningful peer connection-delivered in a setting that nourishes clarity and focus.
Leadership Development
Build the capacity to lead with confidence and vision.
Financial Mastery
Strengthen your financial planning and management skills.
Cross-Team Synergy
Foster collaboration across departments and functions.
What makes this programme a breakthrough is the transformation it sparks, from uncertainty to mastery, from scattered processes to strong systems, from “we try” to “we thrive.”
Who We Are:
What to Expect:
Across five full days of sessions and activities, you will gain practical tools, strategic insights, and renewed energy to lead with impact.
Master Budget Template
Walk away with a ready-to-use master budget template tailored for non-profit realities – designed to simplify planning and strengthen financial stewardship.
Resilience & Sustainability
Gain the mindset and skillset to embed resilience and sustainability into your organization's DNA, ensuring long-term impact.
Storytelling Mastery
Master storytelling techniques that drive engagement and move both audiences and teams forward with clarity and conviction.
Peer Learning, Networking & Connection
Benefit from shared insights during fireside chats, networking dinners, and group exploration of local NGOS making a difference.
A Complete Package
We’ve curated every detail so you can focus entirely on your growth. From the moment you arrive to the moment you depart, everything is thoughtfully arranged.
Five-Star Accommodation
Surrounded by Tirana’s stunning culture and landscape, enjoy comfort and tranquility throughout your stay.
Service Nourishing Meals
Healthy, balanced meals prepared with local flavors and fresh ingredients to fuel your learning journey.
Seamless Transfers
Transfer to and from the airport included – arrive relaxed and ready to engage.
Cultural Immersion
Networking events and cultural immersion activities that inspire connection and creativity.
Complete Learning Resources
All training materials, reflection resources, and direct access to expert facilitators throughout the program.
Why Tirana?
Rooted in rich history and buzzing with modern energy, Tirana provides the perfect backdrop for stepping away from the familiar and stepping into impactful growth.
Emerging as a cultural hub in the Balkans, it inspires the creativity and renewal every change maker needs.
The city’s unique blend of tradition and innovation mirrors the journey of every non-profit leader, honouring the past while boldly building the future.
Agenda:
Five transformative days
where purpose meets professional development.
Day 1
May 25th, Monday
Welcome & Settle In
- Arrivals and transport
- Meet & Greet
- Welcome dinner at the hotel
- Overview of the week
- Getting ready to dive in!
Day 2
May 26th, Tuesday
Ready. Set. Go!
- Setting the stage for shared learning
- Dive deep into practice: Exploration of financial strategic planning, and organisational budgeting
- Wrap up with a reflection session
- Indulge in local cuisine
Day 3
May 27th, Wednesday
Word of the day: Communication
- Healthy body, healthy mind: Join us for the morning yoga session
- Cross-departmental collaboration & internal communication structures
- Organisational strengthening through internal control systems
- Case studies and group work: Speaking the lingo
Day 4
May 28th, Thursday
Storytelling & Networking
- Active start to the day with open air yoga session
- Use of storytelling for programs & finance and more
- Meeting local NGOs and learning through networking
- Pool-side chat on key takeaways
Day 5
May 29th, Friday
Leadership: In-house & Outwards
- Nutritious kick off with a strong breakfast
- Leadership skills and methods for NGO professionals
- Boosting productivity through tech & tools
- Action mapping to move your NGO forward
Limited Seats – Act Now
Only € 1580 per participant
To ensure a high-quality, personalised learning experience, participation is limited to just 15 people. This intimate approach ensures deeper interaction, dedicated feedback, and lasting professional relationships.
20% Early bird registration closes on February 14th. Don’t miss your chance to secure your place at the best rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plans can change and therefore we all need some flexibility. If you’ve completed the registration process but can no longer make it to Tirana, then let us know as soon as possible. We can offer multiple solutions to accommodate your situation.
Option 1: Transfer to next events
Impact Lab for NGOs is not a one-off experience. So, you can simply postpone when and where you meet us as long as you make this decision no later than 4 weeks to the event.
Option 2: There is more than 1 month (30 days) to the event
We can still shuffle a couple of things and make some adjustments at this stage so a refund of 50% would be available.
Option 3: Less than a month but more than a week
Now, that’s a pickle for all parties concerned. Nonetheless, we can still provide a refund of 25% and hope to see you in prospective events.
Option 4: It’s within the last 7 days
Well, there is not much we can do at this point and therefore no refunds will be given if cancellation happens within the last 7 days.
We will be staying at Rogner Hotel Tirana, a 5-star hotel in the heart of the city providing a wide range of services to its guests. You can find more about the hotel here:
hotel-europapark.com
The majority of our sessions will be conducted at the hotel premises, sometimes in conference rooms and sometimes outdoors making the most of the gardens and fresh air.
Your stay will include a double room which comes with an air-conditioner, free internet connection, coffee/tea making facilities as well as a mini bar.
We have that covered. Based on your travel itinerary, you will be picked up from the airport on May 25th and transferred to the hotel. An airport transfer will also be arranged for the date of your departure from the hotel to the airport.
Every morning starts with a healthy breakfast at the hotel.
A well-balanced and nutritious lunch is also part of the package, either at the hotel or a local restaurant, depending on the day’s agenda.
Multiple coffee breaks with refreshments and small bites will be provided throughout the sessions.
A welcome dinner is on the agenda for May 25th but you have the opportunity to discover Tirana’s food scene on the other evenings.
On this occasion, the lighter you travel, the better. However, we certainly need you to bring your laptops as there will be many practical exercises where laptops will be necessary.
We also recommend that you bring walking shoes – trainers, sneakers, etc. so that you can explore Tirana without getting sore feet.
If you would like to join the morning yoga sessions, then certainly pack your fitness attire. We will provide you with yoga mats and tools of the trade.
All the material used throughout the sessions will be shared with you afterwards. We will also provide you with notepads and pens as part of your goodie bag.
If you are asking about what to buy from Tirana, we would very gladly provide you with recommendations.
Ready to invest in your mission – and yourself?
Join us at Impact Lab and transform the way you lead, plan, and create lasting change in your community.
Only € 1580 per participant
Take your place in the Impact Lab. Your organization – and the communities you serve – will thank you.
In case of any questions, you can always reach us at impactlab@ngofinance.com or book a call.