Events & Training
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
Tue 9 June 2026
Community Matters Yorkshire - Effective Bid Writing
Online (10am - 11am)
Do you struggle writing successful funding bids? This session will take you through the key practical steps in describing the essential elements of your project, to tell funders what they need to know.
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Tue 8 September 2026
Get Grants - Free Introduction to Storytelling in Fundraising Workshop
Online (1pm - 2pm)
Get Grants have a free Introduction to Storytelling for Fundraising Workshop. Storytelling is a valuable skill that can be used to influence your potential supporters and maximise your fundraising efforts.
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Tue 6 October 2026
Get Grants FREE Virtual Conference 2026!
Online (10am - 3pm)
Across 6th & 7th October 2026, Get Grants are leading a FREE Virtual Conference full of celebration, inspiration, and practical advice and support. Expect expert advice, top tips, Q&As, networking, peer-support, and lots of chat! Over 2 days, sessions will cover a mix of practical support, wellbeing, and funder insights that you can take away and put into practice.
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