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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. 

Gen Z - Engaging the Next Generation of Donors (24-Mar-26)

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.

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...

Effective Management and Leadership (26-Mar-26)

As a line manager you will be considering how you can best manage and lead your team members during this time, as well as deliver what is needed for your organisation.

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.

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.

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.

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...

Breaking Down Barriers to Innovation in Fundraising - New Guide

Our new report takes an in-depth look at the challenges fundraising leaders face when encouraging innovation, and the steps government, charities and the wider sector can take to overcome them.

How to access counselling support and more for your wellbeing

Fundraisers work incredibly hard to deliver for the causes they care about and for some people that can lead to feeling overwhelmed, fatigued, burnout and stressed.

Take a pause for your wellbeing

How did busy become a badge of honour? In fact, when did the badge get renamed as overwhelm? It seems that rather than addressing the problem we seemed to have renamed it and for many fundraisers the ...

Our response to the Fundraising Regulator’s Complaints Report (2022/2023)

Charlotte Sherman, Policy Manager shares the top five takeaways from the Fundraising Regulator’s latest Complaints Report and the steps we are taking to drive excellence in fundraising.