# CIoF Fundraising Convention fringe events on offer

- Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/2023/05/26/ciof-fundraising-convention-fringe-events-on-offer/
- Published: 2023-05-26T10:00:00+01:00
- Author: Melanie May

**A number of fringe events will be taking place around this July’s Fundraising 
Convention, including a celebration of 40 years of the CIoF, and a chance to try
out 1-2-1 coaching for free.**

The [fringe events](https://ciof.org.uk/fundraising-convention/the-programme/fringe-events)
announced so far are:

#### Reception: 40 Years of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising

Convention attendees are invited to join in celebrating 40 Years of the Chartered
Institute. There will be a chance to meet its longest-standing members and find 
out why their memberships are important to them. The CIoF will also be announcing
the application dates for its National Fundraising Awards 2024. 

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#### The Connection Hub

The Connection Hub will be situated in the Expo area, and is where attendees can
speak to the CIoF’s Membership, Volunteering and Professional Development teams 
to find out more about being part of the Chartered Institute, the personal value
from becoming a volunteer, and opportunities for continuing professional development.

#### Support a Local Westminster Charity

On July 3 only, the CIoF is inviting people bring non-perishable dry or canned food
items to support people in need during the cost-of-living crisis. The recipient 
of this community action will be a local Westminster-based foodbank or charity. 

#### 1-2-1 Coaching

The fringe events at Fundraising Convention 2023 will include the chance to try 
out coaching for free. There are confidential 30-minute session with a professional
coaches on offer, brought together by Sarah Tite Coaching Ltd, and running throughout
the event.

#### Wall of Connection

Attendees can contribute to the CIoF’s Wall of Connection. This will be in the Plenary
Room, and people can add a piece of artwork or a message sharing their ideas for
how they are going to better connect with their cause, colleagues, friends and family
over the next year. The Wall will be raffled at the end of the event as an office
installation.  

#### Chair Yoga

There will also be short lunchtime yoga sessions on offer.