Designed specifically for people working in arts and heritage organisations, we offer a comprehensive range of training courses to support fundraising and sponsorship activities. Delivered by industry experts, and using real life examples and success stories, these sessions are both invaluable and incredibly popular. C&BS members enjoy free places and discounted rates, so make sure you make the most of your membership or, if you haven’t already joined our community, sign up today!
SKILLS TRAINING
From triggering interest to cultivating prospects, this excellent four-hour crash course on integrating legacy giving into your fundraising programme (at little or no cost!) is delivered by legacy specialist Richard Radcliffe.
Coming soon | 11am - 3pm | Online
From £95 for members | From £150 for non-members
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SKILLS TRAINING
New to the fundraising environment and look information, insight and advice? This introductory live classroom online course, led by Pam Judson, gives you the best possible foundations for framing your big ‘ask’.
Coming soon | 10.30am - 4.30pm | Anderson Strathern 1 Rutland Court Edinburgh EH3 8ES
From £130 for members | From £200 for non-members
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SKILLS TRAINING
If you’re planning to pursue funding from trusts and foundations – whether you’ve prior experience or not – Pam Judson provides expert insight and advice over two highly enjoyable, in-depth sessions.
Coming soon (January 2024) | Online
From £110 for members | From From £180 for non-members
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SKILLS TRAINING
Obtaining personal data is very valuable for marketing goods and services, however, the question of what you can and cannot legally do with this data remains complex. Expert Laura Irvine (Davidson Chalmers Stewart LLP) dives deep into the subject and gives practical tips and advice.
Coming soon | Online
From £80 for members | From £135 for non members
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SKILLS TRAINING
The course has been designed as a first step into corporate fundraising, offering an overview of essential sponsorship knowledge along with practical skills to help you develop successful sponsorships.
Coming soon | 9.30am - 12pm | Online
From £75 for members | From £100 for non-members
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SKILLS TRAINING
This practical course, led by Alice Samtoy, provides comprehensive training to deepen your knowledge and take your corporate fundraising to the next level.
Coming soon | 9.30am - 4pm | TBC
From £130 for members | From £200 for non-members
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Are you a Chair or trustee of a culture organisation, experienced or new to your role? Board Matters provides invaluable insight and advice, supporting you to play your part effectively and efficiently. From an introduction to being a Board member to understanding the role of Chair, these sessions are highly recommended!
From lunchtime webinars to full-day, in-person sessions, our Business Briefings are designed to empower individuals and organisations in the culture sector with knowledge and expertise from industry experts. From tax updates to GDPR compliance, and from intellectual property to employment law, we’ve got you covered.
We regularly work in partnership with organisations in the culture sector whose generous funding allows us to develop specific initiatives delivered over longer periods of time – anything from six months to three years. Our most recent initiative, Building Capacity: Developing Skills, was delivered in partnership with Historic Environment Scotland (HES).
Re-imagined after the interruptions of the pandemic, we aim to deliver two C&BS Members’ Forums each year, along with a range of smaller events associated with our Development Initiatives, C&BS Fund and C&BS Marketplace. Watch this space and sign up for event notifications!
Why not become part of our nationwide network of culture and business organisations?