Third Sector: The Conference


Building a stronger and more resilient charity sector.

Charities and not-for-profits are the beating heart of communities across the UK.

But as costs continue to rise, budgets tighten and the relentless fight for funding takes a toll on your teams, it can be hard to keep sight of the vital impact you make every day.

In times of great pressure, charities need a roadmap for success.

Third Sector: The Conference is that roadmap.

 🗓️ 23-24 June 2026

📍1 Wimpole Street, London


Hear from thought leaders, take advantage of networking opportunities and collaborate with peers across a range of talks, workshops and sessions designed to:

Respond to organisational stress and foster resilient teams | Build innovative cultures | Drive future success for charities of every size.

Leave armed with practical knowledge and a revitalised sense of purpose to keep pushing your mission forward.



DAY ONE

BIG PICTURE INSIGHTS

Plenary sessions with bigger-name speakers addressing the sector's most urgent, gripping issues.

DEEP DIVE CASE STUDIES

Extended panels and firesides offering in-depth strategy and valuable Q&A.

INTEGRATED TECH FOCUS

Critical digital and technology content woven throughout both streams.


DAY TWO

ACTION & APPLICATION

Turn Day One insights into reality with focused workshops and hands-on activities.

HIGH-VALUE NETWORKING

Dedicated time for roundtables and interactive sessions to share knowledge with peers and leaders.

PARTICIPATE & PROBLEM-SOLVE

A highly interactive day built around delegate participation to collaboratively address shared challenges.

Key Information

Micro Charity Bursary Scheme

Annual turnover of <£100k

We want to make our event accessible to charities or all shapes and sizes.

There are 10 places available via our bursary scheme on a first come, first served basis.



FIRST PHASE RATE EXPIRES 30 JANUARY 2026

Small Charity

Annual turnover of £100k-£1m

2-day pass - £295

1-day pass - £245

Medium Charity

Annual turnover of £1m-£10m

2-day pass - £395

1-day pass - £345

Large Charity

Annual turnover of >£10m

2-day pass - £495

1-day pass - £445

Non-Charity

Private sector attendees

2-day pass - £795

1-day pass - £745

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Why spend 2 days out of the office?



Build a more resilient and sustainable organisation.

Get clear, practical answers on finance, governance, and proving your worth - the tools you need to stop just surviving and make sure your charity stays strong for years to come.

Refill your tank and inspire your team to do the same.

Leading is exhausting. Step away from the daily demands to rekindle your sense of purpose. Hear inspiring stories and case studies that will fill you with fresh energy, giving you the ideas and motivation to go back and spark genuine enthusiasm in your team.

Find your people. (The ones who really get it)

Connect with hundreds of peers who share in the joys and challenges of charity work. This is the place to build a powerful support system, find new collaborators, and share candid conversations about the journey you're all on.

Take home solutions for every struggle.

The conference is not just a fundraising workshop. Whether you need help with the latest digital tools, leading through a time of crisis or managing a board, you will find meaningful, strategic insights for every part of your job.

Addressing 4 key focus areas



A connected and inclusive sector: Empowering charities of all sizes


Explore how the sector can ensure that smaller and medium-sized charities have an equal voice, access to resources, and opportunities for collaboration. Discussions include shared infrastructure, peer networks, and partnership models that encourage inclusion.


Sector resilience, innovation, and leadership adaptability


With cost-of-living pressures, funding volatility, and organisational closures, leaders must adapt rapidly. Explore leadership models, decision-making under uncertainty, and innovative responses to the chaos.

Hands-on learning and operational support


Gain practical guidance, skill-building, compliance, and sustainability. Attendance aims to empower charity leaders and staff with knowledge in Fundraising, Finance, HR, Governance, and Partnerships.

Storytelling, digital engagement, and communication innovation


Charities increasingly need to inspire audiences, donors, and policymakers. Celebrate creativity, communication, and technology - including how AI and social media can amplify impact and drive your purpose forward.

A note from our editor


"The ambition for Third Sector: The Conference is to go beyond addressing the many challenges that charities face today - creating a space where leaders can collaborate and share the essential knowledge that will help to build a stronger, more resilient charity sector. We look forward to welcoming you in 2026."
Emily Burt - Editor, Third Sector

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