One of my little end of year tasks included cleaning out my office. In the process, I came across a whole host of nuggets of inspiration and wisdom on post-it notes and notes from fundraising seminars and conferences I’ve attended over the years. To help you start off the New Year on a high note,…
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What a year. 2021 has been (another) year of challenge and struggle for many of us. But today the team and I at Fundraising Consultants Ltd wanted to pause and be thankful. Yes there have been tough times. But for us as a team, it’s been an incredible year. We have had the privilege to work…
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Our obsession with growth Western economic drivers are designed to push for more growth, all the time. Whether you run a company or charity, whether you’re an economist, politician or entrepreneur, the prevailing discourse seems to be that growth is good. One of my favourite business commentators, Paul Jarvis has written a book called “The…
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By Charmaine Farrugia Fundraising strategy and why you can’t be without one Fundraising strategy and why you can’t be without one Charity consultants often criticise clients for their reactive approach to fundraising. But most charities are set up to react and respond to a problem; they exist to be responsive. The problem is, this reactive…
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By Sarah Squire Chair of Trustees: “We have all read your fundraising strategy and it’s a real step forward for our charity.” Fundraiser: “Great, that’s good to hear” Chair of Trustees: “But we need you to focus on the quick wins.” Fundraiser: “Err, sorry?” Chair of Trustees: “Income is down. So, we need some…
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