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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. 

Corporate Fundraising (Practitioner Level) (29 & 30-May-24)

**2 SPACES - Email academy@ciof.org.uk** You will develop the relevant knowledge, skills, techniques and confidence to enable you to successfully research, negotiate and manage corporate partnerships.

Innovation and Creativity for Better Fundraising Results (30-May-24)

Innovation means staying resilient, spotting opportunities and take action to make sure the good ideas happen in a way that minimises risk and maximises income and impact.

Corporate Fundraising (Management Level) (5 & 6-Jun-24)

This two day course gives participants the understanding, knowledge and tools to create an effective strategy for corporate fundraising (CFR) and to develop and manage complex corporate partnerships.

Masterclass - How to Write Fundraising Copy That Really Engages and Persuades (6-Jun-24)

Take your copywriting skills to the next level Whether you write copy for fundraising letters, brochures, emails, web, or social, this online Copywriting for Fundraising Masterclass will boost your capability, confidence and results.

Top tips on getting funding for your charity film

Everyday donors are seeing loads 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 par...

Digital Fundraising - Getting Started (10-Jun-23)

In this one day course, we will explore the digital landscape and its relevance to fundraising.

Head of Professional Conduct Update

In this blog Michele Welch, Head of Professional Conduct, explains the updates the Chartered Institute of Fundraising has been making to safeguarding and the introduction of the Professional Conduct C...

The Professional Conduct Committee, An Introduction

Lindsey Bartling, Chair of the Professional Conduct Committee, introduces the Committee and role it has.

Certificate in Fundraising - Virtual Delivery (Starting 11th June 2024)

The booking deadline for this qualification is 21st May 2024. Please email academy@ciof.org.uk if you have any questions about this qualification.

The Power of Storytelling for Fundraisers (12-Jun-24)

Storytelling is a powerful way of communicating because human beings are wired to learn and remember through story. Story is also a powerful fundraising tool because a story told well connects with the listener, evokes emotion and can inspire them to take action.

Community Fundraising for Practitioners (13-Jun-24)

Community fundraising has had a few hic-ups with the Covid crisis as it’s all about getting people involved, and supporting, assisting, advising and guiding those individuals & organisations who want to help you by raising money.

Digital Fundraising - Planning and Strategy (18-Jun-24)

In this one day digital fundraising strategy course, we will explore a variety of processes and tools to help you develop a strategic plan for your digital fundraising activity.

Behavioral Science: Quick Fundraising Wins

How can fundraisers can use behavioural science to produce some quick wins?

Future Leaders Programme (June - November 2024)

Are you keen to develop your leadership skills? Do you want to be a leader, but are currently unsure as to how to lead authentically? Or are you still undecided as to whether you want to be a leader at all?

Fundraising Success with Capital Appeal Strategies

Andy Robin, a capital appeal specialist, heads the capital appeal that is refurbishing Paisley Museum. In this article, he shares his insights about this area of fundraising based on experience from t...

How AI can help fundraisers - part two

In this two-part series, Matt Smith, Director of Transformation & Innovation at THINK Consulting Solutions shares his thoughts on how AI can help fundraisers.

Reflections on Fundraising in Scotland

Mairi Morrison, Area Manager responsible for bereavement services for Cruse Scotland in the East of Scotland, reflects on a rich and successful career in the third sector.

Diploma in Fundraising - Virtual Delivery (Starting 25th June 2024)

The booking deadline for this qualification is 4th June 2024 - Please contact academy@ciof.org.uk if you have any questions about this qualification.

Events Fundraising: Strategy & Planning (Management Level) (26 & 27-Jun-24)

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

Treating Donors Fairly: Managing Vulnerabilities Within your Organisation (26-Jun-24)

This course has been designed to support fundraising professionals working directly or indirectly with those in Vulnerable Circumstances so that they can work effectively, ethically and with care.