Events and training

Events and Training Programme

HD Fundraisers' Network

Horsham District Fundraisers' Network (New Year Catch Up) - 29 Jan

FULLY BOOKED - Please note this session is now fully booked. However, you can add your name to a waiting list to be notified if a place becomes available.

If you are a fundraiser for a charity or community group working in Horsham District, you are invited to come along to our free Horsham District Fundraisers' Network.  It will be a chance for you to meet other fundraisers and share knowledge, expertise, and experiences of fundraising with each other, as well as hearing from our Grants and Funding officer.

Date: Wed 29 Jan 2025

Time: 2pm - 3pm

Where: The Ghyll, Southwater, RH13 9XZ

This is the first time the meeting will be held face to face, with tea, coffee & treats provided.

Good Practice in Volunteer Management Training

Good Practice in Volunteer Management - 30 Jan

Managing your volunteers well and ensuring they have a positive volunteering experience is crucial to volunteer retention. This training will give you the skills and resources to support your volunteers, as well as hearing from other volunteer managers.

When: Thu 30 Jan

Where: Billingshurst Centre, RH14 9QW

Time: 10am - 3pm

Cost: Free (£10 deposit to secure booking, refundable on attendance)

This training is fully funded by the UK Government Shared Prosperity Fund.

EDI Training

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Training - 3 & 10 Feb

Creating an open and inclusive environment for your organisation can have many benefits for staff, volunteers and service users. The Social Justice Collective, via NCVO, will be running an online training course especially for organisations in Horsham District.

When: Mon 3 & Mon 10 Feb

Time: 10am - 12.30pm

Where: Online, via Zoom

Cost: Free (£10 deposit to secure booking, refundable on attendance)

This training is fully funded by the UK Government Shared Prosperity Fund.

Coffee Afternoon with Early Help in Henfield

Coffee Morning with Early Help - 12 Feb

Come along to Henfield Leisure Centre café to meet the Early Help team over a cup of tea or coffee! It's an opportunity to get to know the team in an informal setting, and find out what support they can offer to families.

Key Details:

Date: Wed 12 Feb

Time: Drop in between 10am and 12pm

Where: Henfield Leisure Centre café area.

There is no need to book - just come along between 10am and 12pm when it suits you!

This is for voluntary organisations working with children and families in the Horsham District.

Volunteer Connect Coffee Morning

Volunteer Connect and Coffee Morning - 26 Feb

Are you a volunteer looking for a space to recharge and connect? Join us at our Volunteer Connect and Coffee morning. It will be a chance to connect and chat with other volunteers over coffee to share experiences of volunteering, get to know other volunteers in your area, as well as the opportunity to learn some great relaxation tools to take away and incorporate into your volunteering.

This drop-in session is facilitated by the Conversation Starter Project CIC, and is fully funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Date: Wed 26 Feb

Time: Drop in between 10.30am - 12.30pm

Booking details coming soon!

Social Media Training

Social Media Training - 4 Mar

Social media is one of the most effective ways to reach a wide audience and connect to supporters, donors and potential new volunteers. Ensuring you are creating the right content for your organisation is key to your online presence.

This session will be run by ByJove Media, who are experts in using social media to meaningfully engage with your audience.

Date: Tue 4 Mar 2025
Time: 10am - 12.30pm
Where: Pulborough Village Hall (Rother Hall)
Cost: Free

This session is fully funded  by the UK Government Shared Prosperity Fund.

First Aid Training

First Aid Training - 12 March

FULLY BOOKED - Please note, this training is now fully booked. You can add your name to a waiting list to be notified if a space becomes available.

Be prepared for emergency first aid situations at work. Join us for a full day's training course on emergency first aid. This course is certified and you will receive an Ofqual Qualification.

Date: Wed 12 Mar 2025

Time: 9.30am - 4.30pm (including break for lunch)

Where: Storrington Community Football Club, RH20 4HJ

Cost: Free (£10 deposit, refunded on attendance)

This training is fully funded  by the UK Government Shared Prosperity Fund.

Mindfulness Retreat Workshop

Mindfulness Retreat Workshop - 21 Mar

Recharge & Refresh: Mindfulness Retreat for Volunteers!
Calling all volunteers in the Horsham District! Join us for a 2.5-hour Mindfulness Retreat Workshop designed to support your emotional wellbeing and enhance your volunteer experience.

When: Fri 21 Mar

Time: 10am - 12.30pm (including lunch)

Where: Park Barn, Horsham

Cost: Free (£10 deposit, refunded on attendance)

This session is fully funded  by the UK Government Shared Prosperity Fund.

Fundraising Training

How do you find the right funders for you? - 14 May

How can you do great research about Trusts, Foundations and Grants before you make an application? Where do you look for information and vitally – what is that information telling you? This session, run by No Stone Unturned Fundraising (in association with West Sussex Links),  will explore a range of free and paid resources and how to make the most of them.

Date: Wed 14 May

Time: 10am - 11.30am

Where: Online

Cost: Free

Booking details coming soon!