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Are you Creative and living in Milton Keynes or surrounding areas?

Do you need to raise money for a project or enterprise?

If yes, then come to start’s Fundraising training!

Fundraising Training
Thursday 23rd April 2009, 11am – 4pm
Artworks-mk

This training is for anyone running or thinking of starting a creative project or enterprise that needs funding or finance.

The training will cover:

  • How to plan a fundraising strategy
  • Identifying the best funding sources for your project
  • How to write a successful funding application

The training will be run by Adrian Court, a producer, choreographer, visual artist and successful fundraiser.

BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL:
To secure your place email start or call 01908 608108 and you will receive a booking form. Your place will be booked once we have received your booking form.

Lunch will be provided.

Location:

North Pavilion, Artworks-mk, Great Linford Arts Workshop, Parklands, Great Linford, Milton Keynes, MK14 5DZ

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Free Advice - surgeries 11th June 2009 - Rugby Only

Are you a creative person living in Rugby or surrounding areas?

start is offering a day of free one-hour surgery sessions at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum. These are offered on a first come first served basis. start can help you on most aspects of running a successful business or practice, whether you are thinking about starting up or already working for yourself.

Themes covered during surgeries typically include:

  • Costing and Pricing
  • Planning your enterprise
  • Organising your finances
  • Fundraising
  • Marketing and Networking
  • Planning your web-presence
  • Using web technology to support your business

To book a surgery slot please email: start@artworks-mk.co.uk
Or telephone:  Tel. 01908 608108


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