Learning into Action - Fundraising

Fundraising training for the voluntary sector

A new Code of Fundraising Practice has come into effect from 1 November 2025. Organisations involved in fundraising should review the new Code of Fundraising Practice and accompanying support guides to ensure they are prepared and compliant with the revised standards. Find out more.
Get Grants are Fundraising experts offering training, consultancy and free resources to help charities and community groups secure funding.
The Chartered Institute of Fundraising offers training, webinars, free resources and ‘The Small Charities’ Collection’ to support fundraisers across the sector.
Lime Green Consulting provides practical training in fundraising and bid writing, supporting charities and social enterprises to develop skills and access funding more effectively.
Directory of Social Change (DSC) provides expert online training on key topics including fundraising, governance, finance, law, communication and leadership. They also offer free webinars to support learning across the voluntary sector.
Fundraising Everywhere is an online community offering training, support and networking for fundraisers and charity leaders. It provides virtual events, webinars and resources designed to boost confidence and professional development across the fundraising sector.
Charity Excellence is a free digital platform that helps non-profits access funding, resources and practical support. It also identifies free fundraising training opportunities.
Lucy Stone from No Stone Unturned Fundraising has worked in the Charity sector for over 20 years and has raised £97 million. Lucy specialises in supporting grassroots community organisations in Sussex and arts/culture sector organisations. She helps them to raise more through trusts and foundations, diversify their income and make better connections with their funders and supporters.

Training listed on this page is from external providers. For VAAC training, please refer to Events & Training.

Upcoming Training

Wed 28 January 2026

Charity Digital - Masterclass: How to master grant funding

Online (1pm - 2pm)

Join Charity Digital for a one-hour intensive masterclass on the fundamentals of grant funding. Attendees, for just £20 per person, will learn exactly how to craft successful grant funding bids from one of the charity sector’s experts. Grant expert and Director of Get Grants, John Ellery will explore the process of grant funding, focusing on the core challenges faced by charities.

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Thu 29 January 2026