Events and training
Events and Training Programme
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Online Surgery (Autumn) - 11 Sep
The Voluntary Sector Online Surgery is an opportunity for you to book a 1:1 slot to speak to a member of the team for advice and information around:
- Volunteer Recruitment / Management
- Funding
- Setting up a charity, community group or social enterprise
- Governance and policies
- Any other questions you might have
Date: Wed 11 September
Time: Book a one-hour slot between 9.30am and 2.30pm
Where: Online, via Microsoft Teams
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How can you find new ways to raise funds? - 19 Sep
Having a range of income streams is vital to keeping you organisation resilient. No Stone Unturned Fundraising is running a free session looking at different ways to raise money for your organisation.
This training is for voluntary sector organisations across West Sussex. If you are delivering services in Horsham District, you can book your place as a member of Horsham District Council's Voluntary Sector Support.
Date: Thu 19 Sep
Time: 10am - 11.30am
Where: Online, via Zoom
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Voluntary Sector Funding Fair - 25 Sep
Our annual Voluntary Sector Funding Fair will be on 25 September 2024. A chance to hear from, funders, get 1:1 advice about your projects, and network with other fundraisers in the District.
Date: Wed 25 Sep
Time: 9.30am - 3pm
Where: Ashington Community Centre
We'd love to see you there - it's free to attend!
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Southwater Library Drop In - 27 Sep
The team will be at Southwater Library for a free drop in session. Come along to meet us, and to get advice and information about a variety of things. No booking is required.
We can:
- Help individuals find a local volunteer role.
- Help you set up a new community group or charity.
- Help your existing group with governance, policies, volunteer recruitment and funding.
When: Fri 27 Jun
Time: 10am - 2.30pm
Where: Southwater Library, Beeson House
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Coffee Morning with Early Help - 10 Oct
Come along to Chanctonbury Leisure Centre in Storrington to meet the Early Help team over a cup of tea or coffee! This informal event is for any voluntary sector organisation who works with children, young people and families within the Horsham District.
Date: Thu 10 October
Time: Drop in anytime between 10am - 11.30am
Where: Chanctonbury Leisure Centre, Storrington, RH20 4BG
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Leadership styles and inspiring your volunteers - 16 Oct
Leading and inspiring your volunteers is a key part of being a Volunteer Manager, but can sometimes feel like a challenging task. In our Autumn forum, we will be joined by Define Leadership, who will take us through different leadership styles, how you can lead your volunteers well, and how we can use these skills to inspire our volunteers in their roles.
Date: Wed 16 October
Time: 12pm - 2pm
Where: Park Barn, Horsham