The Ken Burnett archive
Welcome to the Ken Burnett archive! This is a repository of all the words and wisdom of SOFII’s founder, a man with over forty years’ (sorry Ken) experience in fundraising, charities and social change. Drawing on his extensive website, www.kenburnett.com and many other published sources, we’ll bring you recollections, thought pieces and case studies from a stellar career in the sector.
Matched funding challenge boosts Ken Burnett’s latest 500-mile quest
by SOFII-author
Thanks to the kindness and generosity of Chip Grizzard, the first £7,500 Ken raises will now be doubled! Could you help Ken reach his goal and raise even more for SOFII?
Read moreReinventing the future of fundraising – a seminar by Ken Burnett
by SOFII-author
Originally an invitation only event for executives at Australian charities, this inspiring and informative seminar is a must watch for all fundraisers. Ken offers over an hour of practical and tangible ideas that will help you reinvent the future of fundraising at your organisation. Secure your exclusive recording today.
Read moreCampaigning fundraisers can change the world
by SOFII-author
What is the future of fundraising? Will it be a bright one after the pandemic? Yes, says Ken Burnett. In fact, fundraisers like you can change the world.
Read moreMatched funding challenge has doubled donations for Ken Burnett’s 500-mile quest
by SOFII-author
Thanks to the kindness and generosity of Chip Grizzard and his team at Grizzard Global Consulting and Idearaising, the first £7,500 Ken raised will now be doubled! Could you help Ken reach his new goal and raise even more for SOFII?
Read moreStanding on the shoulders of giants – a book review
by David Love
SOFII is delighted to share this thoughtful review of The Essence of Campaigning Fundraising in 52 exhibits and 199 web links – a new book by Ken Burnett. It comes to you all the way from Canada and courtesy of a wonderful fundraiser, David Love.
Read moreThe book that will lead the campaigning fundraising revolution!
by Tanya Jackson
Fundraiser Tanya Jackson shares her review of Ken Burnett’s brand new book, The essence of Campaigning Fundraising in 52 exhibits and 199 web links.
Read moreThe essence of Campaigning Fundraising in 52 exhibits and 199 web links - get your copy today!
by SOFII-author
The essence of Campaigning Fundraising in 52 exhibits and 199 web links is the latest book by Ken Burnett, SOFII co-founder and managing trustee.
Read moreThe Olive Cooke story
by Ken Burnett
How the tragic case of Olive Cooke impacted the fundraising sector and led to radical change.
Read moreContradictory signs: as the corona-crisis continues, what’s really happening in fundraising?
by Ken Burnett
If most charities expect to do so badly during this pandemic, how come some are now doing much better than ever?
Read moreThe essence of Campaigning Fundraising: weblinks and QR codes
by Ken Burnett
Reading Ken Burnett’s new book? Lost your handy USB key? Don’t worry!
Below you will find shortcuts to all the SOFII content linked from Ken’s latest book, The essence of Campaigning Fundraising in 52 exhibits and 199 web links.
Read moreBhopal Medical Appeal: At a time of crisis, Bhopal's clinics give back something beyond price
by Ken Burnett
In this time of crisis, these newspaper and magazine ads by the Bhopal Medical Appeal return the love they received from their donors 25 years ago.
Read moreWelcome to the art and science of positive thanking
by Ken Burnett
There’s an exciting new fundraising book on the horizon, from SOFII favourite Lisa Sargent and Ken Burnett has had the privilege of getting a sneak preview.
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