Below, we list the current opportunities, but do explore our training and events calendars regularly to stay up to date.
Webinars
Meet the Funder: easyfundraising
16 September 2026 - 6:00 to 7:00pm
FREE
If your community organisation is in need of additional funds, come along to this online session to find out how you can receive free unrestricted funding via funding platform easyfundraising. This session will be facilitated by Becky Coleman, Senior Community Manager at easyfundraising.
In-person Training
Supercharge Your Grant Applications: AI as a Time-Saving Tool for Funding Bids
22 September 2026 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
NICVA Members £80; NICVA Non-members £115
Are you juggling multiple guidelines and spending more time translating funder language into something that supports your work? Following the success of the "Intro to AI" sessions, NICVA is partnering with CiviCode again to deliver a highly practical workshop designed for bid writers and fundraisers in the Northern Ireland voluntary and community sector.
6 October 2026 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
NICVA Members £80; NICVA Non-members £115
Across the UK, £564 million is lost to missed Gift Aid opportunities every year — donations that could have gone further but didn’t. In a funding climate where costs are rising and demand is growing, encouraging your supporters to #TickTheBox can ensure their generosity reaches its full potential. Join Tony Clarke and Jocelyn Horton to find out more.
Strengthening your Funding Applications
10 February 2027 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
NICVA Members £60; NICVA Non-members £85
Securing funds through funding applications can be crucial to an organisation’s ability to deliver. But who are the funders, where can you find them, which ones should you select, and what do you need to consider before submitting your application?
Join Jocelyn Horton to find out how to strengthen your fundraising approach and applications to Trusts and Foundations.
Fundraising Clinics 2026/27
Did you know that NICVA members can access a FREE one-hour fundraising advice clinic to discuss your specific fundraising needs? These popular, free clinics allow you to discuss your most pressing funding needs and receive follow-on support. These can be arranged by contacting Jocelyn Horton, Fundraising Advice Officer or book one of the slots available on the dates below:
- 30 September 2026 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
- 25 November 2026 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
- 20 January 2027 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
- 31 March 2027 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
It’s easy to become a member, just click here for more information. If your income is less than £20K per year you can join for free!
Funding Fayre 2027
Funding Fayre 2027 – Save the Date
NICVA’s ever-popular Funding Fayre is set to return in 2027 - a chance for voluntary and community organisations across Northern Ireland to gain the support you need.
We'll open registrations for the Funding Fayre later in 2026.
