Upcoming Events and Training

	Introduction to Canva for non-profits This is a free, online learning session which focuses on exploring the image editing platform Canva. It is beginner-friendly and aimed to boost the confidence of attendees who need to create engaging visuals and reports for their non-profit, we will also be looking at how to apply for a free pro-account for non-profits. More Details... Mon, 15/12/2025 - 09:30 - 11:00 Book Now
	Best Practice in Governance Session 3 - How to refresh your strategic focus and approach as a trustee board Our Best practice in Governance sessions are designed for charity trustees who wish to develop their knowledge, assess their efficacy and strengthen their processes, with the aim to build resilience in their organisation. This third session in our series focusses on using tools and techniques to support you and your board to move forward with an action plan. More Details... Wed, 14/01/2026 - 10:00 - 12:00 Book Now
	Online Presence Basics for Furness Charities This online training helps to equip people with limited time and technical know-how with basic tools to be confident about establishing and maintaining a digital presence for your organisation. More Details... Wed, 14/01/2026 - 11:00 - 12:00 Book Now
	QA x Bedrock Basics: Build Your IT Confidence Workshop You will also explore how to stay safe online, send professional emails, and search the internet effectively. The session includes hands-on activities to boost your confidence with digital tools. More Details... Mon, 19/01/2026 - 10:00 - 12:00 Book Now
	Best practice in Business Support Session 1 - How to write a Business plan Join this session if you would like to improve your knowledge and understanding of Business planning. In this session you will learn: why a business plan is important; what the key components of a business plan are and key steps to write a business plan. More Details... Tue, 20/01/2026 - 10:00 - 12:00 Book Now
	Mental Health Provider Forum Come and join our lively and informative Mental Health Provider Forum event. These events are always an opportunity to meet with other people from third sector organisations who have in interest in all things mental health and mental wellbeing in North Cumbria. More Details... Wed, 21/01/2026 - 10:30 - 12:30 Book Now
	Volunteering into Retirement and Beyond Are you retired or soon to retire? Do you want to stay active in your community? Join us to find out how VOLUNTEERING is right for you! More Details... Thu, 22/01/2026 - 10:30 - 12:00 Book Now
	From Idea to Application: A Practical Workshop for New Fundraisers This 2.5-hour online workshop is designed for small organisations and community groups who are new to bid writing. More Details... Tue, 27/01/2026 - 10:00 - 12:30 Book Now
	Prevent training Prevent is part of the Governments Counter Terrorism Strategy (CONTEST) and aims to help and support people who may be susceptible to being radicalised and becoming involved in violent extremism and/or terrorism. This is a short briefing to explain a little bit more about what Prevent is, what the signs might be and what to do about it. More Details... Thu, 29/01/2026 - 11:00 - 12:00 Book Now
	Work and Health "Link and Think" event A networking and information sharing event for link workers (social prescribers, health and wellbeing coaches, care coordinators and more) and any organisations who support people around work, wellbeing and health. This could be as part of one of the big programs such as Work Well or Connect to Work, but equally it could be local, small scale and everything in between! More Details... Wed, 04/02/2026 - 09:30 - 13:00 Book Now