Or you’re simply interested in building your digital confidence — I wanted to share details of some free AI training opportunities that may be helpful.
These sessions are not delivered by me. They are being provided by Microsoft and their charity-sector partners, and I’m simply passing the information on so that any local groups, volunteers or organisations who may benefit are aware and able to join.
The new Community Charity AI Training Hub Facebook Group is a place where you can access these free resources, ask questions, and learn from others in a friendly, supportive environment. If it’s useful to you or your organisation, you’re very welcome to join.
Welcome to the Community Charity AI Training HubFree learning
• Practical skills
• Safer communities.
This is an open, supportive space for charities, community groups, volunteers, schools, faith groups, residents’ associations and social enterprises. AI is already helping many organisations reduce admin, improve fundraising, and keep people safe online — but access to free, easy-to-understand training is often limited.
This group helps bring those opportunities together. FREE Training Fest (16–20 March) — Hosted by MicrosoftAll the sessions below are provided directly by Microsoft and their charity-sector partners.I am simply sharing them for anyone who may find them useful.
All sessions are free, run 10am–11am, and you can join as many as you like. Monday – AI Insights for CharitiesDelivered by Microsoft’s Non-Profit team and Charity Excellence, with real examples from charities already using AI to save time and improve services.
Register...https://r1.technology-trust-news.org/.../AQim7hIQlcGGARj...
Tuesday – Building an AI-Ready CharityDelivered by Exquitech — a clear introduction to data readiness, Microsoft 365 Copilot, agentic AI and practical first steps. Register...https://r1.technology-trust-news.org/.../AQim7hIQlcGGARj...
Wednesday – Cybersecurity Essentials for CharitiesDelivered by Qlic IT & Charity Excellence — how to recognise AI-driven scams and protect volunteers and beneficiaries. Register...https://r1.technology-trust-news.org/.../AQim7hIQlcGGARj...
Thursday – Fundraising With AIDelivered by ForGood.Tech — how AI can support supporter engagement, reduce admin and strengthen fundraising. Register...https://r1.technology-trust-news.org/.../AQim7hIQlcGGARj...
Friday – Live ‘Ask Me Anything’ Q&AHosted by Microsoft, Charity Excellence and partners — open questions and practical next steps. Register...https://r1.technology-trust-news.org/.../AQim7hIQlcGGARj...
Why Join This Group? A year-round source of free training opportunities Support for small charities & volunteer groups with little or no IT budget Clear explanations with no jargon Real examples from real organisations Safe, friendly, community-led learning Ask questions anytime Share advice, challenges and successes. Whether you’re a trustee, volunteer, fundraiser, organiser, or a complete digital beginner — you’re very welcome. Join & Invite Others.
If you know of a charity, community group, PTA, youth group, residents’ association or volunteer-run service that would benefit from free digital skills training, please feel free to share. Stronger skills mean stronger, safer communities.
GOOD LUCK...
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