For our first ever conference we’re inviting partners from around the country to come together in Birmingham to:
- hear from distinguished speakers including keynote speaker Sir Peter Bazalgette
- participate in round tables to hear about the work that colleagues around the country are doing in the philanthropy sphere
- network with other partners in a supportive and skills-sharing environment
Timetable
13.00 – arrival and optional sandwich lunch
13.30 – welcome and update from FPAC project lead Anna Rowe
14.00 – keynote speech by Sir Peter Bazalgette
Why philanthropy is a vital part of future arts funding
14.45 – round tables
Barriers: what prevents cultural organisations raising money (or raising more money) from individuals?
Working together: how can a collaborative approach help to overcome these barriers?
Support: what can FPAC and other partners do to help in your locality?
15.45 – networking break with tea & coffee
16.15 – expert panel including Sir Vernon Ellis (Chair, FPAC & board member, Figurative), Shanaz Gulzar (Creative Director, Bradford 2025) & Nicky Twemlow (Chair, Made in Stoke)
What part might place-based initiatives contribute to the philanthropy agenda? What challenges exist and how might they be addressed?
16.45 – closing remarks
17.00 – finish and optional networking drinks
