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Sep 26, 20224 min read

TikTok: an underused tool for charities?

Every charity must have an online presence, but how many tiktokers have donated money or volunteered for their causes?

Sep 14, 20224 min read

Are young people more willing to donate their time than their money?

It may surprise you to learn that, according to statistics, 49% of young people donated money to charity last year. Yes, they were the least

Aug 31, 20223 min read

Would an auction be distasteful at a charity event during the current crisis?

There are plenty of ways that money can be raised; however, it’s difficult for charities to find rich pockets of funding.

Aug 9, 20224 min read

The recognition of privilege

I recently met someone who had worked in the same role within the third sector for a whole decade, which involved giving advice..

Aug 2, 20223 min read

Are we approaching crunch time?

Over the years, many good causes have stepped in to fill gaps in frontline services; however, their help and support isn’t infinite.

Jul 12, 20224 min read

How do you fund a fundraiser?

In the early days of a charity, funds will largely come from the public, through fundraising or individual donations

Jul 5, 20223 min read

Is it difficult to win funding after launching your charity?

In the first year of a charitable organisation, it’s likely that costs will be incurred, e.g. fees associated with the set up of the charity

Jun 20, 20224 min read

Charity expenses

Expenses can be a controversial subject. Especially within a charity, transparency and trust with how your funds are used is critical.

Apr 19, 20223 min read

The impact of losing the Small Charities Coalition

The closure of the SCC is a worry for many smaller charities who need a voice when advocating for funding.

Apr 12, 20223 min read

The power of storytelling

Trying to get the attention of the public to donate can be challenging, especially for smaller charites.

Mar 29, 20223 min read

Charity donations don’t have to be financial

Charities don't have to have Money donated to them, some charities will ask people to donate items so they can be redistributed to those..

Mar 22, 20223 min read

Are charities bottomless pits?

No sooner have they won grant funding or sweet-talked a donor into parting with a cash gift, they’ve to do it all over again

Mar 15, 20223 min read

Getting aid where it needs to go

Getting aid to those that need it can be difficult without the right structure in place.

Mar 1, 20223 min read

Gift Aid is worth applying for!

Is Gift Aid worth applying for? Its not an easy task but is it worth it?

Feb 1, 20224 min read

How important is transparency?

Making sure your Financials are Transparent