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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. 

Inclusive Communications for Fundraising Masterclass (23-Feb-26)

This course will help you to develop the relevant knowledge, skills, techniques and confidence to audit, re-calibrate and design inclusive communications for your fundraising. This course will also cover best practice approaches for inclusive charity communications.

Data Storytelling for Fundraisers (24-Feb-26)

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.

Foundations of Thriving Leadership and Sustainable Teams

A brand-new leadership programme with instant-access content plus monthly live peer-to-peer group sessions delivered through Zoom.

Future Leaders Programme (February - June 2026)

The Future Leaders Programme is designed to help take your career to the next level by exploring and addressing fundamental leadership questions, develop your skills to advance your career, and cultivate a supportive network of peers to support you throughout your journey.

Prospect Research (Getting Started) (26-Feb-26)

While most large charities have a role dedicated to prospect research, most fundraisers will be expected to carry out this vital fundraising activity with no training.

Donor Code of Conduct

We have been working with Rogare - the Fundraising Think Tank to encourage sector-wide implementation of a Donor Code of Conduct to safeguard fundraisers from inappropriate behaviour. The first purpos...

Donor Code of Conduct facts and figures

This page provides some key facts and stats regarding fundraiser safety in relationships with donors, drawn mainly from the ongoing survey that the fundraising think tank Rogare is running in conjunct...

Donor Code of Conduct FAQ's

This page addresses key questions and concerns about the Donor Code of Conduct - why it’s needed, how it works, and what it means for fundraisers and organisations alike.

Scottish Ballet DCC case study

University of Edinburgh DCC case study

Making the Ask: from Cultivation to Donation (3-Mar-26)

How do you ask for a major gift professionally, confidently and with gravitas? As donors begin to support fewer charities, with larger donations, it is now more important than ever for charities to know when and how to make the right ask to the right donor.

Rising to the Challenge: How Leading Fundraisers Are Navigating Uncertain Times

The past five years have tested the resilience of fundraisers like never before. From a global pandemic to international conflicts, changes in government and an ongoing cost of living crisis, charitie...

Masterclass - How to Write Fundraising Copy That Really Engages and Persuades (6-Mar-26)

Take your copywriting skills to the next level. Whether you write copy for fundraising letters, brochures, emails, web, or social, this online Copywriting for Fundraising Masterclass will boost your capability, confidence and results.

Corporate Fundraising (Management Level) (9 & 10-Mar-26)

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.

Trusts Fundraising - Improving your success (Intermediate) (10-Mar-26)

The estimated total £6.5 billion of annual grants are made by charitable foundations, which includes the £2.9 billion grant-making by the top 300 trusts. This accounts for around 15% of voluntary income in the sector.

Designing and Running a Successful Fundraising Event (Practitioner Level) (11-Mar-26)

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.

Storytelling Masterclass for Fundraising Copywriters, Marketers and Leaders (11-Mar-26)

Storytelling has a vital role to play in almost all types of fundraising content: letters, emails, social media, case studies, newsletters and trust applications.

Embracing Neurodivergence: A Call to Transform Fundraising Culture

At this year's Fundraising Convention, Jonathan Levy, chair of the Fundraising Convention board, delivered a powerful session that challenged fundraisers to rethink how the sector approaches neurodive...

Essentials of Legacy Fundraising (Practitioner Level) (12-Mar-26)

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.

Certificate in Fundraising - Virtual Delivery (Starting 17th March 2026)

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.