The idea of fundraising may seem daunting if you are new to it so getting the basics right is vital for your group or project.

This training session explores how to find funders and present your project in the best way possible for a strong application.

How does it work?

• The session will use an informal  classroom, with presentations and simple but fun, group interactive exercises and time for shared experiences

• There is time scheduled for breaks and refreshments are provided

This session will help you:

• Learn about sources of funding for community, voluntary & charitable groups
• Find out how to identify which sources of funding your project is likely to appeal to and why
• Gain experience of what potential donors need to know about your project in a written format
• Learn how to present your project to a potential funder.

This session is aimed at those NEW to fundraising.

Date: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Time: 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Level: Beginner
Cost: £20.00 per person 
Statutory Body/Individual Consultants: £80.00 per person 
Venue: SYMCA Offices 

The idea of fundraising may seem daunting if you are new to it so getting the basics right is vital for your group or project.

This interactive training session explores how to find funders and present your project in the best way possible for a strong application.

How does it work?

• The session will use an informal classroom, where presentations and simple but fun, group interactive exercises will take place,with time for sharing your experience and learning from others
• There is time scheduled for breaks and refreshments

This session will help you:

• Learn about sources of charitable funding
• Find out how to identify which sources of funding your project is likely to appeal to and why
• Gain experience of what potential donors need to know about your project in a written format
• Learn how to present your project to a potential funder.

This session is aimed at those NEW to fundraising.

Date: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Time: 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Level: Beginner
Cost: £20.00 per person 
Statutory Body/Individual Consultants: £80.00 per person 
Venue: South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority Offices, 11 Broad Street, Sheffield S1 2BQ 
(Opposite Ponds Forge Leisure Centre)

Further details about the the meeting will be emailed out the day before the training session to the email provided upon booking.

Previous participants said:

"I feel far more confident to start fundraising"

“This is the best course I've been on in the last few months. The activities were not complicated but really useful and I have taken loads away from today”

“I feel confident that I will be able to put a more professional bid together”

“Relaxed session which made me feel able to share and discuss - lovely group of people”

• 100% of people learnt some tips on how to present their project to a potential funder
• 100% of attendees have learnt something they will put in to practice.

Interested?

You must book a place through our website. Please register with the email address you would like the further details sent to. (We need the name and email address of the person attending)

*Places on the session are limited; we will open up further dates if there is the demand. To register your interest in future sessions please contact andy@syfab.org.uk

We accept bookings using the following payment methods:

• Online using debit/credit card or Paypal account

The quickest and easiest way to book places is to book and pay instantly online using the online booking system in the green box below. Select "Card/Paypal" for this option. Payment can be made by debit or credit card, or through your Paypal account if you have one. Your booking will then be confirmed immediately by email.

• Online followed by BACS

If you prefer to pay by BACS, you can provisionally reserve your place online by selecting "BACS / Cheque" on the payment screen. You then need to make a BACS payment using the details in the reservation email we send you. Please contact us if you are only able to pay by cheque or if you require an invoice for payment. Once we've received your payment, we will confirm your place by email.

You can download our payment and cancellation terms and conditions here.

Details of how to join the meeting will be emailed out the day before the training session to the email provided upon booking.

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