# Event Details - **Event Name**: Fundraising Connections - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: A quarterly peer to peer meet up for arts and cultural based fundraisers!About this EventFundraising Connections is a quarterly peer-led networking and learning session for those fundraising within the arts and cultural sector. It's an opportunity to collaborate by sharing ideas, resources, fundraising tips, successes, challenges, potential funders and more. We'll also highlight upcoming funding opportunities, training and useful resources to support your fundraising journey.At this session, we'll explore the fundamentals of developing a strong Case for Support—one of the most valuable tools for communicating your organisation's impact and inspiring funders, donors and supporters to invest in your work. Whether you're creating your first case for support or looking to strengthen an existing one, you'll leave with practical tips and ideas to take back to your organisation.There will also be dedicated time to receive 1:1 support from Arts & Business NI's Arts Programme Manager, giving you the opportunity to discuss your own fundraising challenges, test ideas or ask questions in a supportive environment.Alongside the learning, there will be plenty of time to connect with fellow fundraisers and sector colleagues over refreshments, share experiences and build new relationships with others working across the arts and cultural sector.This event is open to anyone involved in fundraising within the arts and cultural sector, whether you're new to fundraising or have years of experience. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/1a8405c0-9c07-11f1-80bb-ebfa6612c095-rimg-w1051-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/1ac30a90-9c07-11f1-80bb-ebfa6612c095-rimg-w987-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg AccessibilityWe are committed to making our events inclusive and accessible to all. If you have any accessibility requirements or need any adjustments, please let us know when booking so we can accommodate your needs.If you’d like to speak to someone about accessibility before the event, please contact Holly h.foskett@artsandbusinessni.org.uk or ring us on 02890735150On the day, our team will be available to assist you—just look for staff wearing pink lanyards. They’ll be happy to answer any questions or provide any additional support you may need.To find out more about the venue, how to get there and about the building please click hereEnvironmental StatementA&BNI is committed to working with our Board, staff, suppliers, funders and audiences to ensure we consider the environmental impacts of our activities.We are members of Green Arts NI, a sustainability network of cultural and creative organisations. In June 2019 we made a Plastic Promise and pledged to stop further use of plastic bottles and cups and to specify use of reusable sustainable products at our events. We walk, use public transport or car-share as much as possible – and encourage our attendees to consider sustainable transport options where possible. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/belfast/fundraising-connections/100001976584987907 - **Event Categories**: charities, workshops, nonprofit, meetups, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: The Black Box - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 4.56, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Belfast - **state**: NI - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Black Box - **lat**: 54.60169200000001 - **long**: -5.927042000000001 - **full address**: The Black Box, 18-22 Hill Street, Belfast, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Fundraising Connections - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/dbdfcb43abdcb18b8b025008329a6ce4c4526eb967869642cc7f8789dca73a32-rimg-w1200-h600-dc567481-gmir.jpg?v=1782728827 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Fundraising Connections being held? - **A:** Fundraising Connections takes place on Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm at The Black Box, 18-22 Hill Street, Belfast, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Fundraising Connections? - **A:** Fundraising Connections is organized by Arts & Business NI. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Fundraising Connections is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Belfast, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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