This event is open to voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations, community groups, charities and social enterprises.

Funding Fayre 2026

Connecting local organisations with funders, opportunities and practical insight.

Join us for our Funding Fayre, bringing together funders, voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCSFE) organisations for an afternoon of networking, learning and conversation.

Whether you're new to fundraising or looking to strengthen existing relationships, this event provides an opportunity to meet funders face-to-face, learn from experienced organisations and discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the sector.

Event Programme

12:00pm – 1:15pm

Funding Marketplace and Networking

Meet directly with a range of funders at dedicated information stands. This is an opportunity to:

Learn about current and upcoming funding opportunities

Discuss your ideas and projects

Ask questions about eligibility and application processes

Build relationships with funders and sector colleagues

Explore opportunities for collaboration

1:15pm – 1:45pm

Funders and Sector Spotlight

Hear short presentations from participating funders and VCSFE organisations who have successfully secured funding. Speakers will share practical insights, lessons learned and advice to help strengthen future funding applications and partnerships.

1:45pm – 2:30pm

Facilitated Discussion: Challenges and Opportunities

An interactive discussion bringing together funders and VCSFE organisations to explore:

The current funding environment

Challenges facing the sector

Barriers to accessing funding

Opportunities for collaboration

How we can build stronger and more equitable relationships between funders and communities

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