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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.
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Find a Funder Workshop
9 June 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Find a Funder is a simple and easy to use funding search website provided by Middlesbrough Council in partnership with MVDA. Workshop sessions demonstrate how the Find a Funder website works and how the get the best out of it. Sharon Barker from Middlesbrough Council and John Atkinson from MVDA will run one or two live searches using ideas the groups represented in the room and their current search for funds. In the second part of the session, Sharon and John will provide advice on how to make more successful funding applications, and how to avoid common mistakes.
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.
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The different types of charities and legal structures, and what these mean for trustees
A holistic approach to prevention of sexual harm training
11 June 2026 - 9:30am to 12:00pm
This 2.5 hour awareness session offers a focussed introduction to the realities of sexual harm, including prevalence, offence types and the range of perpetrators.
Participants will explore why engaging with this cohort is vital to preventing and reducing future victims.
The session also outlines how individuals convicted of sexual offences are monitored and managed, the impact on their families, and the interventions and programmes available for perpetrators.
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.
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