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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. 

Fundraising Regulator welcomes updated partnership guidance for Face-to-Face Fundraising

The Fundraising Regulator says the updated guidance addresses key recommendations from its 2024 market inquiry and will help charities and agencies build more transparent, accountable partnerships to ...

Partnering with Purpose: A guide to charity-agency partnerships and payment models

The Chartered Institute of Fundraising is pleased to publish new guidance aimed at strengthening best practice and accountability in face-to-face fundraising across the sector.

Major Donor Fundraising: Planning & Strategy (Management Level) (30 & 31-Mar-26)

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.

Being a Courageous Fundraiser - How to Boost your Resilience and Wellbeing (31-Mar-26)

The current climate requires fundraisers to be even more creative, courageous and bold in their fundraising.

Certificate in Fundraising Online (Starting 22nd April 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.

Diploma in Fundraising Online (Starting 29th April 2026)

The Diploma in Fundraising is a professionally recognised qualification for managers and leaders. Through four integrated modules, you’ll build the knowledge, skills and confidence to manage sustainable development and lead effectively.

Influence and Impact for Women in Leadership (Starting May 2026)

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.

New report highlights need to navigate AI tools in fundraising “carefully”

A new report shows how fundraisers and charities are approaching AI with caution in their work.

Get involved, stay inspired: join a group to help you grow

There are many benefits to volunteering with a special interest, regional or national group.

How volunteering prepares you to support volunteers

Working in the third sector, it’s likely that you’ll spend some time working with volunteers, and possibly even managing them. If it’s the first time you’ve done this, or haven’t worked with volunteer...

Events Fundraising: Strategy & Planning (Management Level) (10 & 11-Jun-26)

This engaging course is designed to help you to evaluate the performance of your current portfolio of events, drive forward your events.

AI for Fundraisers: An Introduction to AI Tools (15-Jun-26)

In this one-day course, we will guide you through some of the key considerations of utilising AI in your organisation, provide an overview of some of the popular AI tools and describe how you might use them to support your fundraising efforts.

Essentials of fundraising law and regulation

Fundraising is essential to charities missions and that’s why there are clear rules and regulations in place to protect the public, ensure transparency, and help charities build long-lasting trust wit...

Fundraising complaints and how they are handled

Fundraising is a vital activity for charities, enabling them to serve their communities, and it must be conducted transparently, ethically, and in line with established standards. When concerns arise ...

How small charities can keep up with compliance

Fundraising is subject to a wide range of laws and regulations which are overseen by several government departments and independent regulatory bodies. These rules are integral to ensuring donors have ...

Understanding soft opt-in for fundraising marketing

The Data (Use and Access) Bill makes it easier for charities to contact existing supporters by e-mail and text message. Find out what you need to know.

Fundraising regulation – who does what?

Why does fundraising regulation matter to all fundraisers? Well, regulation helps to create a consistent and positive experience for donors, which improves the reputation of individual charities and t...

How has the Code of Fundraising Practice changed?

Charlotte Sherman, Policy Manager, shares how the Code of Fundraising Practice has changed and how it can help drive excellence in best practice.

Events Fundraising - Review and Develop your Portfolio of Events (30-Jun-26)

This course will help you develop a programme that you can manage effectively with the resources you have available, and will help you achieve more sign-ups, satisfied supporters, and the maximum amount of income.

Ready for a new fundraising challenge? Here’s how to make the move

Thinking about switching things up, like moving from individual giving to events, or stepping into the world of major gifts? You’ve got what it takes! With the right approach, you can stand out and...