COURSES
ESSENTIALS OF FUNDRAISING Friday 29 June 2018 10.00am – 5.00pm
In Partnership with
INTRODUCTION
LEARNING OUTCOMES – AT THE END OF THIS COURSE YOU WILL Have a working knowledge of the many different ways to raise money Know how best to apply that knowledge Know how to plan a fundraising strategy and write applications and proposals Have a clear understanding of what NOT to do when trying to attract funds
This course aims to dispel the mystique of fundraising and show that anyone can fundraise successfully provided they follow some simple rules, enjoy communicating with people, can write well and research thoroughly, and are persistent.
COURSE OUTLINE The day will cover the following areas: • Fundraising strategies and research techniques • Charitable trusts and foundations • Individual Giving and Membership schemes, corporate support and events • How to get the most out of boards and development advisory groups The course includes a six-month email follow-up service, answering basic questions that have occurred since the course took place.
SUITABLE FOR • Fundraising and development staff working in the performing arts, including orchestras, theatres, venues, concert halls etc. • Those new to fundraising or those looking to refresh their skills in this area
TUTOR
£180+VAT, Non-Members £140+VAT, UK Theatre & SOLT, ITC, FST and ABTT Members £125+VAT, ABO Members
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Sarah Gee is co-founder and Managing Partner of IndigoLtd. She has worked with scores of theatres, arts centres and music organisations across the UK and overseas, including Sinfonia Cymru, Bolton Octagon, Kings Place, Talawa, Warwick Arts Centre, Leeds College of Music, mac birmingham, Derby Theatre, British Council, and the European Broadcasting Union. She is the Midlands Area Hub lead for the Arts Fundraising Fellowship programme, and regularly both chairs and speaks at arts conferences. Bookings for this course will open on 12 February, please visit abo.org.uk to book your place.