Social investment showcase are run to educate attendees about the social impact investment landscape and opportunities from social impact funds, charities and social ventures.
When: June 10, 2026
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a transformative force in various sectors, and the not-for-profit sector is no exception. As organisations strive to maximise their impact and efficiency, integrating AI technologies can provide novel solutions and opportunities.
When: June 15, 2026
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With growing place-based inequalities, communities are transforming neighbourhoods through community asset development and community-led housing. This learning session explores three sector-led financial initiatives that seek to scale community asset ownership and community housing – the Mutual for Community Asset Development, Collective Ownership Society and the CLT Pre-development Catalyst.
When: June 17, 2026
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As the political landscape grows more complex and fractious, understanding how foundations are perceived by elected representatives has never been more important.
When: June 24, 2026
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There are many suppliers and software packages available to the charitable sector, designed for managing relationships with supporters, grantees/partners, members and others, but how do you choose the system that best supports the specific needs of your foundation?
When: June 25, 2026
Where: London
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This session will explore the theme of hope as a pathway to systemic change for children and young people. In a time of uncertainty and challenge, we will reflect on how practitioners, funders, researchers and young people themselves are choosing hope as a way to shape their work and aspirations for change.
When: June 29, 2026
Where: Online (Zoom)
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This session will explore the growing opportunity set among emerging venture fund managers and how the British Business Bank supports this segment.
When: June 30, 2026
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This is an option to attend our AGM in person. Our AGM offers an important opportunity to hear directly from our trustees and staff about ACF’s work on behalf of our members over the past 12 months and plans for the future.
When: July 1, 2026
Where: London
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This is an option to attend our AGM online.
When: July 1, 2026
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This session will explore both frontline and funder experiences in areas where conflicts or tensions are part of the place-based territory - now and historically.
When: July 7, 2026
Where: Online (Zoom)
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In a sector that often rewards clear outcomes and confident narratives, it can be hard to talk about what didn’t go to plan. Yet some of the most valuable evidence comes from the things that didn’t land, had to change, or challenged our assumptions.
When: July 14, 2026
Where: Online
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Is your foundation interested in exploring impact investing but unsure where to start? Covering key topics from getting to grips with the language, establishing impact and financial requirements, tailoring an investment policy, governance, and working with your existing investment managers on impact.
When: October 19, 2026
Where: London
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FREE for ACF members, this unique programme empowers trustees and staff to realise the full potential of their foundation’s assets to achieve their charitable and financial objectives.
When: November 2–3, 2026
Where: London
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