Membership
Find everything you need to know about what we offer, how we can support you, who are members are and why you should join West Midlands Funders Network.
Why join West Midlands Funders Network?
The West Midlands is a diverse and complex region. Over the last 40 years the region has changed significantly. Industry, local economics and developments in local and national government have created change and opportunity. But combined with the changing profile of poverty and disadvantage, funders are faced with increased pressures and demands on their resources.
Your membership matters to us
Here’s how you can make the most of it:
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Join a vibrant community of funders and organisations across the West Midlands. Gain insights, share challenges and successes, and connect with peers for collective growth and intelligence sharing.
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Explore collaboration opportunities to share resources and co-create funding solutions. Align your efforts with regional and national strategies to maximise your impact.
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Engage in workshops, seminars, and conferences tailored to grant-making and funding. Stay informed on strategic and operational updates within the region, with exclusive access to knowledge-sharing events.
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Enhance your grant-making approach through peer learning and expert-led events. Stay ahead of trends such as participatory grant-making and the integration of AI in funding practices.
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Leverage shared data, research, and insights to refine your funding strategies. Gain a clear understanding of regional funding gaps and emerging social issues through our intelligence network.
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Stay informed on issues impacting the third sector and funding priorities in the West Midlands. Our insights keep you updated on how regional developments influence support strategies.
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Regularly connect with funders, public bodies, and key stakeholders through thematic events, roundtable discussions, and conferences. Focus on key topics like funding “cold spots” in the region.
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Elevate your profile within the regional funding landscape. Contribute to events and working groups, gaining visibility in discussions shaping West Midlands funding strategies.
“Through West Midlands Funders Network, we’ve gained insights into challenges shared by other funders, like refining application processes and addressing environmental issues.”
— ADAM WILKINS, CORRESPONDENT, THE ROUGHLEY CHARITABLE TRUST
Meet our Members
Our members include local authorities, voluntary and community development agencies, trusts & foundations, lottery funders, businesses and individuals. They all share our commitment to shaping a fairer and stronger West Midlands.
Become a Member
Join us today and begin working with organisations who are committed to shaping a fairer and stronger West Midlands.