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Below you can find a list of our upcoming training courses, qualifications and events. You can also view any resources (including blogs, guidance and articles). You can use the filter on the left to search for a specific type or interest for example. 

Essentials of Legacy Fundraising (Practitioner Level) (3-Nov-25)

4 places available
This course is designed for fundraisers who are new or relatively new to legacy fundraising. Legacy fundraising is likely to be only one part of your responsibilities.

Introduction to Fundraising - North West (3-Nov-25)

The Introduction to Fundraising course offers a practical introduction to the profession. If you are new to the sector or want to improve and develop your knowledge of fundraising, this course could be for you.

Major Donor Fundraising: Planning & Strategy (Management Level) (3 & 4-Nov-25)

Fully booked - Waiting list available
This is a course designed specifically for anyone responsible for creating a strategy and plan in major gift fundraising or who wants to prepare for a role where this will be part of the job.

Influence and Impact for Women in Leadership (Starting November 2025)

The Influence and Impact for Women in Leadership programme, is aimed at senior women in fundraising leadership roles who are looking to become brilliant at influencing senior stakeholders, would like to tackle self-doubt for good and make even more impact at work.

Corporate Fundraising (Practitioner Level) (5 & 6-Nov-25)

You will develop the relevant knowledge, skills, techniques and confidence to enable you to successfully research, negotiate and manage corporate partnerships.

Innovation and Creativity for Better Fundraising Results (5-Nov-25)

Innovation means staying resilient, spotting opportunities and take action to make sure the good ideas happen in a way that minimises risk and maximises income and impact.

Masterclass - How to Write More Powerful and Successful Appeal Letters (6-Nov-25)

Letters are critical to the success of most fundraising strategies. That’s why it’s so important to make sure the copy is as powerful and persuasive at it be.

Designing and Running a Successful Fundraising Event (Practitioner Level) (12-Nov-25)

This indispensable one day course will provide you with the logistical know-how to ensure that your next events run as smoothly as possible, giving you a thorough understanding of what is needed to design and deliver your best fundraising event to date.

Introduction to Fundraising - London and South East (12-Nov-25)

The Introduction to Fundraising course offers a practical introduction to the profession. If you are new to the sector or want to improve and develop your knowledge of fundraising, this course could be for you.

Member update: Introducing Philanthropy 2035

In this blog Charlotte Sherman, Policy Manager, shares an exclusive member update on our current research project Philanthropy 2035 and how you can get involved so together we can shape the future of ...

Corporate Fundraising (Management Level) (17 & 18-Nov-25)

3 places available
This two day course gives participants the understanding, knowledge and tools to create an effective strategy for corporate fundraising (CFR) and to develop and manage complex corporate partnerships.

Gen Z - Engaging the Next Generation of Donors (18-Nov-25)

As we look to a new generation of donors, it is now more important than ever for charities to align their understanding of what drives and engages donors and prospects.

Helping fundraisers feel safe through a code of conduct for donors

Join the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, with Rogare the fundraising think tank, as they launch their UK donor code of conduct. Hear from an expert panel on why this is vital for fundraiser safeguarding and why all charities should pledge to include a donor code of conduct.

Certificate in Fundraising Online (Starting 19th November 2025)

The Certificate in Fundraising is a professionally recognised qualification for early-career fundraisers. Through four integrated modules, you’ll build the knowledge, skills and confidence to drive sustainable fundraising success.

Data Storytelling for Fundraisers (19-Nov-25)

Demonstrating impact is crucial for fundraising – and data is the evidence that you can use. Visual presentations of data are proven to be more persuasive, engaging and effective than narrative text or tables of numbers.

Leading and Embedding DEI in your organisation (20-Nov-25)

You will develop the relevant knowledge, skills, techniques and confidence to enable you to improve your organisation and your team’s diversity, equity and inclusion.

Legacy and In-Memory Fundraising Conference 2025

Ready to take your Legacy & In-Memory fundraising to the next level? Join us for an energising day packed with bold ideas, practical strategies, and inspiring stories. ✨ One day. Big ideas. Maximum impact. ✨ Don’t miss your chance to connect, learn, and leave inspired!

How to pitch Payroll Giving to your corporate partners

Payroll Giving is a powerful, mutually beneficial initiative that enables employees to donate to charity directly from their salary before tax. As a charity, you can position Payroll Giving as a str...

New guide for businesses: Harnessing the social impact of Payroll Giving

We have created a guide to help businesses understand how Payroll Giving can create a positive company culture and invaluable funds for good causes.

Major Donor Fundraising (Practitioner Level) (24-Nov-25)

3 places available
Are you new to major gift fundraising or is your organisation now stepping out more boldly into this type of fundraising?