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Events
We advertise events and training of interest to clients, staff and volunteers of voluntary organisations in Middlesbrough. We can advertise your event or training on our website for free.
Fundraising Strategy Training Course
8 June 2026 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Securing sustainable funding doesn’t happen by chance. A clear funding strategy helps you focus your efforts, use your time wisely, and build financial confidence for the future. This practical session explores how to develop a simple, realistic funding strategy that links directly to your organisation’s purpose, priorities, and capacity.
What the session covers:
Role of the Trustee Part 1
10 June 2026 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Being a trustee is a rewarding role—but it also comes with significant legal and ethical responsibilities. This practical session introduces the core duties of charity trustees, helping you understand your role, your responsibilities, and how to govern your organisation effectively and safely.
What the session covers:
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The different types of charities and legal structures, and what these mean for trustees
Role of the Trustee Part 2
8 July 2026 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
This is the second part of our 'Role of the Trustee' Training Course.
Effective trusteeship goes beyond understanding legal duties—it’s about working well together, setting clear direction, and managing risk so the charity can achieve its purpose with confidence. This practical session focuses on how boards can operate effectively, develop meaningful strategy, and manage risk in a proportionate, informed way.
What the session covers:
Minute Taking Training Course
12 October 2026 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Clear, accurate minutes are essential for transparent decision‑making and effective governance. This practical session explores what minutes are, why they matter, and how to take them confidently and consistently. It focuses on recording decisions and actions clearly, supporting accountability, and meeting the expectations of regulators, funders, and members.
What the session covers:
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What meeting minutes are, why they are important, and when organisations are legally required to keep them
Evaluation and Monitoring Training Course
14 October 2026 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Understanding the difference your project makes is essential for learning, improving, and securing future funding. This practical, hands‑on session helps you explore what “impact” really means, why it matters, and how to measure and communicate the change your work creates.
What the session covers:
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What “impact” is and why evaluating your work is essential for learning, improvement, and funding success
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How to plan your evaluation using simple tools like a Theory of Change
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