Voluntary Action Arun & Chichester
Voluntary Action Arun & Chichester
Wed 9 September 2026
Online/Virtual (10am - 11.30am)
Can come with any questions about fundraising and Lucy will do what she can to help you! We can talk about anything! Come and share your success and frustrations, ask questions and let’s learn together!Thu 15 October 2026
Online/Virtual (1pm - 2.30pm)
Do you want to ● Find new ways of raising funds? ● Understand where your untapped potential is? A good range of income streams helps an organisation to be more financially resilient and can reduce the impact of reduced funding in one income area. Many not-for-profits start their fundraising journey with Trusts and Foundations before exploring new ways to raise funds.
Thu 15 October 2026
The Fishbourne Centre, 46 Blackboy Lane, Fishbourne, Chichester PO18 8BE (10.30am - 2pm)
Voluntary Action Arun & Chichester invites you to our Annual General Meeting (AGM), the highlight of our year! This is your opportunity to hear about the incredible work we’ve accomplished together, celebrate our achievements and look ahead to the future. What to Expect • Presentation of the Charity’s Annual Accounts and Trustees’ Annual Report • Appointment of new Trustees and Auditors • A chance to connect with fellow members and partners over a networking lunch.Tue 3 November 2026
Online/Virtual (6pm - 7.30pm)
During which we will consider: ● What are the different fundraising options open to you? ● How do you know which options are right for your organisation? ● What are the practical first steps you can take to diversify your income? ● How can you support everyone in the organisation to help with fundraising?
Wed 4 November 2026
Chichester City Council, The Council House, North Street, Chichester, West Sussex PO19 1LQ (10am - 1pm)
Join us at the Chichester City Council Community Forum for an interactive, CPD-accredited Disability Equality Training session delivered by Toucan Diversity. Led by accredited disabled trainers, this engaging workshop provides practical insights into disability equality, inclusion and accessibility. Participants will explore the Social Model of Disability, gain confidence in using inclusive language and etiquette and learn practical ways to remove barriers and create more welcoming environments for staff, volunteers, service users and visitors. This session is ideal for anyone looking to improve accessibility and inclusion within their organisation or community.Tue 8 December 2026
Online/Virtual (10am - 11.30am)
Do you want to ● Have better connections with your donors and supporters? ● Find more touchpoints and exceed expectations? ● Enjoy your relationships with your donors and supporters? Underpinning successful fundraising needs to be fantastic stewardship to build long term relationships.VAAC would like to know what your training needs are, to help us plan future training courses. Please contact us with your ideas at:
Email: admin@vaac.org.uk
Phone: 01243 840305
Wednesday 9 September
2026 Lucy Stone Fundraising - Ask Lucy anything about fundraising?
Thursday 15 October
VAAC AGM Celebration and Networking Lunch
