TRAINING COURSES

Making the Ask Masterclass

All fundraisers need to make solicitations – Asks – in person, in writing, on the phone or even on Zoom to major donors, to corporations, and to foundations. The experience is high risk but with the potential for high pay off – if you manage the process effectively. Learn the secrets to solicitation success in this masterclass.

Wednesday 22 October 2025 | 9.30am-5.30pm

£145 + VAT for C&BS members | £220 + VAT for non-members

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TRAINING COURSES

Introduction to being a Board Member

Do you have new trustees on your Board or have you taken on a trustee role yourself? If so, this in person course in Glasgow is essential for launching or refreshing your Board career.

Thursday 20 November 2025 | 9.30am-4.30pm | The Boardwalk 105 Brunswick Street Glasgow G1 1TF

£120 + VAT for C&BS members | £190 + VAT for non-members

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TRAINING COURSES

Packaging Your Sponsorships

Ever worried that your sponsorship price isn’t right? Or wondered if you’ve got the right benefits in your sponsorship offer? You are not alone. Packaging and pricing corporate sponsorships is a common challenge for fundraisers.

Wednesday 21 January 2025 | 9.30am-12.30pm | Azets Quay 2 139 Fountainbridge Edinburgh EH3 9QG

£85 + VAT for C&BS members | £125 + VAT for non-members

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TRAINING COURSES

Securing Corporate Partnerships

This practical course, led by Alice Samtoy, provides comprehensive training to deepen your knowledge and take your corporate fundraising to the next level.

Tuesday 18 November & Tuesday 25 November 2025 | 9.30am-12.30pm | Online

£120 + VAT for C&BS members | £190 + VAT for non-members

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TRAINING COURSES

Prospect Research for Fundraising

This hands-on training course introduces the tools, techniques, and strategic thinking behind effective prospect research.

Wednesday 5 November 2025 | 9.30am-12.30pm | Azets Quay 2 139 Fountainbridge Edinburgh EH3 9QG

£85 + VAT for C&BS members | £125 + VAT for non-members

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TRAINING COURSES

Unlocking Legacy Support

This training provides a practical and thoughtful introduction to legacy fundraising, helping cultural organisations build the confidence, tools, and messaging needed to encourage gifts in wills.

Thursday 27 November 2025 | 9.30am-12.30pm | The Boardwalk 105 Brunswick Street Glasgow G1 1TF

£85 + VAT for C&BS members | £125 + VAT for non-members

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Training & Events

Training Courses

Making the Ask Masterclass

Introduction to being a Board Member

Do you have new trustees on your Board or have you taken on a trustee role yourself? If so, this in person course in Glasgow is essential for launching or refreshing your Board career.

Packaging Your Sponsorships

Ever worried that your sponsorship price isn’t right? Or wondered if you’ve got the right benefits in your sponsorship offer? You are not alone. Packaging and pricing corporate sponsorships is a common challenge for fundraisers.

Securing Corporate Partnerships

This practical course, led by Alice Samtoy, provides comprehensive training to deepen your knowledge and take your corporate fundraising to the next level.

Prospect Research for Fundraising

This hands-on training course introduces the tools, techniques, and strategic thinking behind effective prospect research.

Unlocking Legacy Support

This training provides a practical and thoughtful introduction to legacy fundraising, helping cultural organisations build the confidence, tools, and messaging needed to encourage gifts in wills.

Become a member today

Training & Events

Training Courses

Making the Ask Masterclass

Introduction to being a Board Member

Do you have new trustees on your Board or have you taken on a trustee role yourself? If so, this in person course in Glasgow is essential for launching or refreshing your Board career.

Packaging Your Sponsorships

Ever worried that your sponsorship price isn’t right? Or wondered if you’ve got the right benefits in your sponsorship offer? You are not alone. Packaging and pricing corporate sponsorships is a common challenge for fundraisers.

Securing Corporate Partnerships

This practical course, led by Alice Samtoy, provides comprehensive training to deepen your knowledge and take your corporate fundraising to the next level.

Prospect Research for Fundraising

This hands-on training course introduces the tools, techniques, and strategic thinking behind effective prospect research.

Unlocking Legacy Support

This training provides a practical and thoughtful introduction to legacy fundraising, helping cultural organisations build the confidence, tools, and messaging needed to encourage gifts in wills.

Become a member today

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