A day packed full of targeted training, networking and expert fundraising advice – all free and designed for groups supporting communities in Thanet.
In partnership with Thanet District Council’s Community Champions Programme, we are delighted to offer charities and VCFSEs a fantastic day of bespoke training offering practical support, top tips and advice on the key areas impacting the sector right now.
Schedule
– 10am: What’s Going On? Current funding trends, opportunities and challenges with a panel discussion on the opportunities and challenges
– 10.50am: Workshop Session A: A choice of workshops which will include training and the opportunities for questions on:
- Building Budgets and Keeping Track: What does a funder need to see?
- Income Sources for Registered Charities (excluding Grants and Trusts)
- How to Source Funding Opportunities from Trusts and Foundations
– 12pm: Working Lunch with Themed Break-out Rooms An opportunity to network with other groups working in compatible areas: themes will include: youth; environmental; sport; families and parenting; heritage
– 12.20pm: Workshop Session B: A choice of workshops which will include training and the opportunities for questions on:
- Income Generation for CICs
- Community Fundraising and Engagement
- Virtual Fundraising Events:How to make the most of this additional source of funding
– 1.20pm: Closing Panel Discussion
– 1.45pm: End
This event is generously funded by Thanet District Council as part of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and forms part of the Council’s FREE Community Champions Programme designed to support Thanet’s voluntary sector to strengthen and build capacity.
