Training and Events – Calendar
Virtual Volunteer Trustee Recruitment Session (Potential Volunteer Trustee Bookings)
Date: Thursday 6th November 2025
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Cumbria CVS is hosting a Get on Board and Become a Volunteer Trustee Virtual Volunteer Trustee Recruitment Session on Thursday 6 November 2025 from 6.30pm-8pm online via zoom. This event is part of Trustees’ Week 2025 to support organisations in Cumbria looking to recruit new trustees.
By attending the event potential new trustees will find out more about what a trustee and board member is, the roles and responsibilities of trustees, skills and qualities needed to be a trustee, the range of trustee volunteering opportunities available, when and where volunteers are needed, training and support provided and how individuals can register and apply to become a Volunteer Trustee. Organisations looking to recruit volunteers will also be attending.
Introduction to Canva for non-profits
Date: Monday 24th November 2025
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Struggling to create eye-catching content for your organisation’s social media, newsletters, or presentations?
Sign up to one of Bedrock Basics Introduction to Canva for non-profits learning sessions.
Environmental and Sustainability Policy Training workshop
Date: Monday 8th December 2025
Time: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
This workshop will cover the importance of having an environmental and sustainability policy, how to write one, and how to implement effective action plans. It’s designed to help organisations adopt environmentally sustainable practices and understand their impact on the environment.
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Introduction to Canva for non-profits
Date: Monday 15th December 2025
Time: 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Struggling to create eye-catching content for your organisation’s social media, newsletters, or presentations?
Sign up to one of Bedrock Basics Introduction to Canva for non-profits learning sessions.
Focus of Fundraising
Date: Monday 12th January 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Save the date! This event will be in person. Venue tbc.
Booking details to follow. In the meantime if you require any further information, please email info@cumbriacvs.org.uk.
Funded by Westmorland and Furness Council and UK Government. It is designed for small charities and voluntary community groups delivering services in Westmorland and Furness only.
Data protection basics
Date: Tuesday 13th January 2026
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Save the date! This event will take place on-line.
Booking details to follow. In the meantime if you require any further information, please email info@cumbriacvs.org.uk.
Funded by Westmorland and Furness Council and UK Government. It is designed for small charities and voluntary community groups delivering services in Westmorland and Furness only.
Online Presence Masterclass for Local Charities
Date: Wednesday 14th January 2026
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Save the date! This event will take place on-line.
Booking details to follow. In the meantime if you require any further information, please email info@cumbriacvs.org.uk.
Funded by Furness Locality Board. It is designed for charities and voluntary community groups delivering services in Furness only.
From Idea to Application: A Practical Workshop for New Fundraisers
Date: Tuesday 20th January 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
This 2.5-hour online workshop is designed for small organisations and community groups who are new to bid writing. It will support you in shaping and clarifying your project idea, exploring it with others, and gaining confidence in presenting it to funders. You’ll work through a simple, structured template in a supportive and interactive environment that helps you organise your thinking and refine your approach.
Barrow Funding Fair
Save the date!
Booking details to follow. In the meantime if you require any further information, please email info@cumbriacvs.org.uk.
Funded by Westmorland and Furness Council and UK Government. It is designed for small charities and voluntary community groups delivering services in Westmorland and Furness only.
