Blogs
These are a mixture of blogs (and vlogs) written by myself and guest writers with specialist knowledge in different areas of fundraising. These are designed to help you with your fundraising. Get in touch to suggest or request a topic.
101 Alternative Raffle Ideas
Tired of the same old raffle ideas at your event? Want some extra ideas to captivate your guests and encourage extra giving? Look no further than these 101 ideas. ...more
Events ,Church &School
January 30, 2024•19 min read
Navigating Finances with Heart: The Top Banks for UK Non-Profits
When choosing a bank to handle your non-profit's finances, who do you use? Have a look at these top choices to help you make an informed decision. ...more
Extra
November 22, 2023•3 min read
Unwrapping Christmas Giving Trends: How Charities Can Maximise Donations this Christmas
Based on the last few years giving trends at Christmas, how can charities make the most of Christmas donations. ...more
Social Media ,Events &Donor stewardship
November 22, 2023•3 min read
Generosity Unwrapped: Inspiring Kids to Give at Christmas
Christmas can so often be filled with buying presents and hoping we get the things on our lists. So how do we counterbalance this and encourage generosity in children? ...more
Donor stewardship
November 09, 2023•6 min read
Why Learning the Art of Trusts and Foundations Is a Game Changer!
Why is it important to invest in training for applying to Grant-Givers (known as Trusts and Foundations)? Let's explore how ...more
Trusts and Foundations
October 11, 2023•3 min read
Top Ten Football Players Who Give Back to Charity
Top level footballers earn huge amounts of money. But some of them are giving it back to good causes. Here's the top ten footballers and what they give to. ...more
Donor stewardship
July 30, 2023•3 min read
Guest blog: How to run a successful PTA fundraiser
Schools need extra funds to help the school to thrive. Guest blogger, Steph Lewis, former Chair of a school PTA, gives us some help. ...more
Guest Blog ,School
April 25, 2023•6 min read
Four ways to get donors to believe in your work
For donors to give regularly, keep giving and increase their support, they need to believe in the impact of the work. We'll explore how we can encourage this. ...more
Donor stewardship
April 25, 2023•7 min read
Guest blog: How to encourage your church to give
Churches rely on donations from Church members. Guest blogger, Andy Constable, Pastor of Niddrie Community Church, gives us more details how to encourage giving. ...more
Guest Blog ,Donor stewardship &Church
April 25, 2023•3 min read
Guest blog: How to ask people for money
In fundraising, there comes a moment when you need to ask for money. Guest blogger, Phil Knox, of the Evangelical Alliance, explains how we can do it well. ...more
Guest Blog ,Donor stewardship
April 25, 2023•3 min read
Guest blog: How to approach Major Donors
Working with major donors can be a rewarding method of fundraising. Guest blogger, Gavin Calver, CEO of Evangelical Alliance, tells us how to get it right. ...more
Guest Blog ,Major donor
April 25, 2023•3 min read
How to raise funds for projects abroad
How is it possible to raise funds for projects that people can't see for themselves? Guest blogger, Gemma Mills, living out in Zambia, shares her wisdom. ...more
Guest Blog ,Abroad
April 25, 2023•3 min read
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