Fundraising Symposium

This year, we are launching a new Symposium in response to the evolving fundraising landscape. Attendees will hear directly from funders, fundraisers, and leading experts, gaining insight into current opportunities and strategic approaches to fundraising.

The plenary session will be followed by practical breakout sessions designed to help you build skills, connect with peers across the sector, and feel better equipped to take your fundraising further in 2026 and beyond.

SCHEDULE

10:00 - Doors open for Tea/Coffee & Networking

10:30 -12:30- Plenary

12:30- LUNCH

13:15-13:45 Break Out Sessions 1

13:45- 14:00 Break

14:00-14:30 Break out sessions 2

15:00- Network, chats and closing

PLENARY (10:30-12:30)

The plenary will focus on research, development and insights on the current Trusts & Foundations climate. This will feature a panel discussion with representees from the NI Funders Forum and funders on the day to discuss and give insights on the funding landscape, changes in funding practices and the realities of being a funder in the current Trusts & Foundations (T&F) climate.

This session is open to anyone who works in the arts and would like to find out more about Trusts and Foundations fundraising, even if it’s your first time or if you are a seasoned pro!

From the plenary you will:

• Gain insight on the current funding landscape of these entities
• Get the opportunity to ask funders questions
• Have the opportunity to chat and network with others over lunch

THE BREAK OUT SESSIONS (13:00-14:30)

This year we are delighted to have leading experts share their insights and knowledge in these curated break out sessions, ideal for anyone fundraising in any capacity within the sector. Before booking, please read the session information as we will not be able to 'swap' sessions on the day.

BOOKING YOUR PLACE

Tickets for the full day are available for £30 + VAT for A&B NI Members and £40 + VAT for non-members.

When booking, you will be asked to select 2 break out session funders.You are guaranteed 2 break out sessions but please be aware that this event will book fast and that sessions will be allocated on a first-come, first serve basis.

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