Events & Training
Learning into Action - Governance and Financial Management
Governance and Financial Management training for the voluntary sector
- The Charity Commission’s Support for Charity Trustees 5 minute guides give short and clear advice on the key topics all trustees need to know. See also their recently updated guides for good governance.
- Charity Digital Finance Hub helps charities and non-profits understand and manage their finances, so they can make smart decisions, stay financially healthy and run effectively.
- NCVO offers practical support to help charities strengthen governance and financial management, including expert guidance and a wide range of training courses.
- Charity Excellence Framework offers a wide array of free finance and governance resources, such as templates, checklists and practical guides, to help charities strengthen financial management, ensure regulatory compliance and develop effective leadership.
- Cranfield Trust offers free webinars and practical resources to help charities strengthen governance and financial management
- The Ethical Property Foundation is a non-profit organisation offering expert, impartial property advice to the voluntary sector. It supports organisations with free training and resources, helping them manage property challenges and stay focused on their core mission.
- The Elements Training Portal is a free online learning platform for VCSE organisations, offering short, practical e-learning courses on key topics such as safeguarding, governance, volunteering and organisational development.
Training listed on this page is from external providers. For VAAC training, please refer to Events & Training.
Upcoming Training
Thu 11 June 2026
Utility Aid: Energy Market Insights for Charities: Managing Risk & Collective Purchasing
Online (11am - 12pm)
Hosted by Ben Mason, this session will provide practical insights into the current energy market, including:
• The impact of geopolitical issues on gas and electricity prices
• How charities can avoid unnecessary procurement risk
• The benefits of collective purchasing
• What organisations should consider when reviewing energy contracts
This is a free online session and there will also be an opportunity to ask questions during the webinar.
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Tue 30 June 2026
Community Matters Yorkshire - Governance: What’s the Right Structure?
Online (10am - 11am)
There is a wide range of not-for-profit structures ranging from registered charities to community interest companies. They all have specific benefits, and some drawbacks. This session will look at the main structures, and explain the benefits and issues associated with each of them.
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