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10 ways you'll benefit

 

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Develop practical solutions

You’ll spend time working on the challenges that affect you and your organisation. We make sure you leave with an action plan to put into place immediately on your return to work.

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Improve your technical skills

You learn all the ‘how tos’ you need – from designing your overall strategy to writing a trust proposal, from running a big gift campaign to building your supporter base.

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Understand available sources

Find out the current trends in fundraising and how to exploit sources as diverse as commercial sources, international foundations and legacies.

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Expert tuition

The School is led by two of the country’s leading fundraisers who have extensive experience in both UK and international arts fundraising.

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Unique insight into fundgivers’ perspective

Hear direct from the people with the money! Sessions led by a foundation manager and a corporate sponsor will give you invaluable inside information.

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Extensive fundraising library resources

Gain access to =mc’s extensive fundraising reference library including databases of major fundgivers and all the key fundraising texts from the UK, Europe and the US.

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High level coaching

Receive high level personal coaching and video feedback for your presentation skills. You’ll learn the secrets of success for effective pitching.

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Case studies

We’ll examine the ingredients to successful strategies adopted by a range of organisations that have attended the School. You’ll learn to avoid common pitfalls and draw key lessons.

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Networking with your peers

You’ll work closely and share experiences with fellow delegates to build up your skills and confidence. You’ll make great friends and useful contacts at the same time.

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Comprehensive workbook

You’ll receive a 350-page workbook containing everything covered during the school – and more. With step-by-step guides, detailed case notes, planning charts and background material, this manual will contribute to your continued success long after the programme has finished.


 




 

 

 

NAFS

I hate residential programmes, but The National Arts Fundraising School really changed my mind. The course was fun and the content presentation was truly exceptional. I learned a huge amount about fundraising, which I’ve been able to apply with success – since attending the programme we have doubled the number of Chair Endowers. I feel this is just the beginning...

Gill Powell, Individual Giving Manager, City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra


The 5 days have really made a lasting impact, particularly with fundraising strategy and presentation skills. The course has instigated change and breathed new life into our organisation. As a relatively small organisation, we were delighted to have raised £7,900 shortly after attending the course – and we look forward to more results to come!

David Agnew, Director, The Met, Bury


We covered a lot of extremely valuable fundraising information in the 6 days. Not only is the theoretical information incredibly useful but the networking opportunities are fantastic as well. The presentation is such a good idea and really transformed my approach to a sponsorship pitch. Throughout the week I was able to really focus on my fundraising strategy and move forward. Excellent!

Carla Pannett, Head of Development, Lyric Theatre Hammersmith


For the first time I understood in detail the whole spectrum of fundraising sources available to the arts and the different approaches needed to secure them. I now feel much more confident about delivering our campaigns – and approaching new sources which I would not have previously considered.

Jackie McNerney, General Manager, Kneehigh Theatre


This was a well run, enjoyable course with great trainers. The content was focused, relevant and still covered a wide range of fundraising topics. It’s a really useful course for people in arts and fundraising.

Kate Whyman, Director, Brighton Festival of World Sacred Music

Transforming the performance of not-for-profit organisations