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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)

24 March 2026
Online
Training
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.

Effective Management and Leadership (26-Mar-26)

26 March 2026
Online
Training

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)

30 - 31 March 2026
Online
Training
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)

31 March 2026
Online
Training
The current climate requires fundraisers to be even more creative, courageous and bold in their fundraising.

AI explorations: AI and Fundraising Collection

04 November 2024
Resource
Technology is always evolving, and many charities are exploring ways to incorporate technology, in particular AI, into their day-to-day work and planning.

Giving Tuesday - how to get involved at 8 weeks to go

08 October 2024
Resource
Giving Tuesday 2024 takes place on Tuesday 3 December - just eight weeks away! Here's how you can use Giving Tuesday to kick-start your festive fundraising with some ideas for how to get involved.

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

05 May - 14 July 2026
Online
Training
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.

Inspiring MPs to champion charitable giving

26 September 2024
Resource
We have created a guide for MPs on how to support charitable giving in their constituencies.

Update from the Fundraising Regulator and Q&A

26 September 2024
Resource
The Fundraising Regulator’s final consultation on the new Code of Fundraising Practice is now open. We want to make sure every charity has their say on the new Code so together we can shape the future...

Fundraising Benchmarking - Report and Headlines

02 August 2024
Resource
A new report by the Chartered Institute of Fundraising and AAW allows fundraisers to benchmark their voluntary income against other charities.

Learnings from Fundraising Convention: From engaging LGBT+ supporters to dismantling the patriarchy

18 July 2024
Resource
EDI was one of the main topics at this year’s Fundraising Convention and was discussed across a number of sessions, sharing both useful and thought-provoking insights.

Learnings from Fundraising Convention: How to get the Brilliant Basics right

18 July 2024
Resource
Damian Chapman, director of fundraising and communications for Charity for Civil Servants pulled no punches in his Fundraising Convention session: Why your fundraising strategy should be all about get...

Learnings from Fundraising Convention: Talent and Leadership

18 July 2024
Resource
As the charity sector continues to struggle with fundraiser recruitment and retention, talent and leadership were key themes across this year’s Convention programme.

How your privacy policy helps build trust with supporters

10 July 2024
Resource
It might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but one of the most important factors in giving people the confidence to donate to your charity is your privacy policy.

Does AI and Trust Fundraising Mix?

28 June 2024
Resource
At the last Scottish Fundraising Conference, I greatly enjoyed hosting a discussion with some of Scotland’s biggest Grantmakers. It struck me at the time that things had changed substantially over the...

How to secure a Charity of the Year partnership

20 June 2024
Resource
If you're a fundraiser in a small charity and you want to secure a Charity of the Year partnership, this guide is a comprehensive look at how you can get from a blank page to securing a partnership.

Insights for small charities about Charity of the Year partnerships

19 June 2024
Resource
Charity of the Year partnerships appeal to fundraisers because they are all about companies making cash donations to good causes. Here are some insights on the latest trends, which can help small char...

Top tips on getting funding for your charity film

19 June 2024
Resource
Everyday donors are seeing lots of video content from a huge range of different sources and on a variety of platforms. Many fundraisers know that producing and using video content should be a key part...

How to connect to Giving Tuesday as a small charity

18 June 2024
Resource
Giving Tuesday takes place in December and is a global day of giving. How can small charities tap into this wave of generosity? Here’s our tips on how small charities can take part in Giving Tuesday a...

How to make the most of user-generated content

18 June 2024
Resource
User-generated content can be a game-changer for charities, allowing you to connect with your supporters without needing huge budgets. Find out how you can engage supporters to produce content that y...