May 33 minOur heritageThe government can’t afford to financially prop up such properties, which is why charities to step in as caretakers.
Apr 193 minThe impact of losing the Small Charities CoalitionThe closure of the SCC is a worry for many smaller charities who need a voice when advocating for funding.
Mar 223 minAre 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 13 minGift Aid is worth applying for!Is Gift Aid worth applying for? Its not an easy task but is it worth it?
Feb 153 minDue diligenceSome charities use this ‘offsetting’ to their advantage when appealing for donations from the private sector. However...
Dec 14, 20213 minDo annual events raise more money than lots of one-offs?Just a few weeks ago, we saw the annual Children in Need (C.I.N) event take place, which was the charity’s 41st outing, having begun in...
Nov 23, 20214 minWhat is legacy funding?This is the term used when someone leaves a sum of money to a charity in their will. Typically, the funds these donors nominate when...
Nov 9, 20214 minThe financial impact of lockdown on charitiesAs a consultant for charities, I spend a lot of time on their side of the fence. I see the pressures many of these organisations are...
Nov 2, 20214 minCharity merchandiseIt’s that time of year when charities push their merchandise to boost their cause’s financial standing. From Christmas cards to calendars...
Oct 26, 20214 minThe end of Virgin Money GivingFor anyone that uses this service, you’ll be aware that it will be packing its bag and heading into the sunset, come the end of November....
Oct 19, 20214 minGetting previous donors to give againIt can take a lot of effort to bring a new donor on board, even if that’s just someone giving you a few pounds in a street collection. If...
Oct 12, 20214 minPiggy-backing on news and National Days Because you work within your organisation it’s easy for you to understand why you do what you do, who you help, and the impact of your...
Aug 31, 20214 minIs it easy to crowdfund for your charity?Crowdfunding can be an effective method of raising funds for charities of all shapes and sizes. There are many platforms around that will...
Aug 23, 20214 minZoom’s new feature to benefit charitiesGiven how much digital communication tools proved their worth during the pandemic, it’s no surprise that they’ve become ingrained in our...
Jul 27, 20214 minDo the CEOs of charities get a bad rap?There was a big hoo-hah in 2016 when the CEO of the Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA) faced a backlash...
Jul 20, 20213 minWhat does your charity or social enterprise hope to achieve?Whether your charity aims to introduce a measure that will reduce disadvantage and provide opportunities for a minority/section of...
Jul 13, 20214 minShort term pain vs. long-term gainThe following principle is the same whether running a business, a charity or other non-profit organisation: some corners are not worth...