At Derbyshire Voluntary Action, we know how hard it can be for community groups and small charities to find the time, space, and skills to grow sustainably. That’s why our Training & Tea sessions are designed to give you exactly what you need: practical, bite-sized learning you can put into action straight away – all in just 45 minutes, with your morning cuppa in hand.
This autumn, we’re bringing you four focused sessions that will help you strengthen your funding, your communications, and your impact. These are free, friendly, and packed with ideas you can use immediately to benefit your group or organisation.
Tuesday 9th September – Funding Your Mission: Income Streams
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Are you ready to diversify your income but not sure where to start? This session explores different funding streams and what they really take to succeed. You’ll use a handy flowchart to map out options and avoid wasting precious time and energy.
Tuesday 23rd September – Word Gold: Mining Sentences for Success (Grant Writing)
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Great words can unlock funding. This session will show you how to craft applications that inspire funders, with practical tips to maximise the impact of every sentence.
Tuesday 7th October – Word Gold: Mining Sentences for Success (One-to-One Communication)
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How do you communicate your cause in person? This session focuses on building rapport, speaking with confidence, and making “the ask” effectively – with a prompt sheet you can take away for future use.
Tuesday 21st October – Word Gold: Mining Sentences for Success (Stakeholders & Media)
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Your words matter beyond funding applications. Learn how to use them to inspire stakeholders, write stronger newsletters, and create social media that connects and convinces.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss Out
These sessions are designed with small charities and community groups in mind — short, accessible, and full of practical insight to help you thrive. Whether you’re a volunteer, staff member, or trustee, you’ll come away with tools you can use immediately.
So, pop the kettle on, bring your questions, and join us for Training & Tea. Together, we’ll turn small steps into big impact.