Aims: To provide participants with the knowledge, tools and techniques to raise money from charitable trusts.

Content: There are nearly 9,000 grant-making trusts in the UK. Who are they? What do they fund? How can you find out more about them? What makes a successful application? This introductory course for those new to trust fundraising will answer these questions and more. It will focus on those trusts with a particular interest in Wales.

Learning outcomes
By the end of this course participants will be able to:
• Understand what are grant-making trusts and foundations
• Be aware of what trusts fund
• Know how to research trusts
• Appreciate the key factors in a successful application
• Recognise how to connect with and develop relationships with trusts
• Ensure they comply with relevant legislation and best practice

Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for trustees, staff or volunteers wanting to find out more about the potential for raising money from trusts.
Participants will benefit from internet access at home or at work to participate fully in this course.

You can book your place via the WCVA website.