Crisis Fundraising
The coronavirus outbreak is a turning point for all of society. It seems increasingly that our lives will be forever changed by the events of 2020. But this presents an opportunity for fundraisers - to be better, bolder and more creative and to harness our power of solidarity. In this series, SOFII will lead the way in demonstrating how charities can make the most of this time of crisis to band together and produce transformative fundraising.
Fundraising in a time of crisis: SOFII’s guide to navigating tough times
by Joe Burnett
In this series, we look at the lessons we can learn from the coronavirus crisis and how fundraisers can use it as an opportunity to change the world.
Read moreTrends of the Covid-19 pandemic on fundraising in the UK and the USA
by Daryl Upsall & Jorge Hernando
Could a focus on young people and new avenues of fundraising be a key to beating the fallout from the coronavirus pandemic?
Read moreThe pandemic: where has fundraising been, where is it going and where should we be focusing now?
by Giles Pegram CBE
Help is at hand. A free online booklet and webinar are now available to help you deliver great fundraising during the coronavirus pandemic. And the advice all hinges on how to provide a superb supporter experience.
Read moreFundraising successes at a time of catastrophe - part one
by Ken Burnett
Across the globe fundraisers are responding to the coronavirus pandemic in innovative and inspirational ways. In the first of two articles, we bring you their stories.
Read moreFurloughed Fundraisers Chat: A safe space to be
by Claire James
In a time of crisis for fundraisers, a wonderful group of furloughed charity professionals have gathered together on Facebook to help and support one another.
Read moreIWITOT 2020: Sweet Farm’s Goat 2 Meeting
by Joshua Leigh
For his presentation at IWITOT 2020, Josh Leigh wished he'd thought of getting goats to join Zoom calls during the coronavirus pandemic. Yes, that's a thing.
Read moreCharities... the new supermarkets?
by Richard Spencer
Can charities take on the role of supermarkets in the time of coronavirus? This is the question asked by our friends at About Loyalty.
Read moreSAVE FINZ: Emergency direct mail appeal
by Joe Burnett
Facing difficult financial straits due to coronavirus, the Fundraising Institute of New Zealand has launched an unprecedented matched funds appeal bringing support in from the world over.
Read moreThe Great Bungay Duck Race: Virtual success in 2020
by Joe Burnett
How one small charity in rural England had to innovate and try out new ideas to ensure their event went ahead. When coronavirus forced them to go virtual, they did in style.
Read moreThe time for leadership - giving in the time of coronavirus
by Mark Phillips
The latest body of research by Mark Phillips and Bluefrog Fundraising highlights the need for leadership at a crucial time for fundraisers.
Read moreMajor contributors to this section
Richard Turner
Richard Turner was chief fundraiser at Solar Aid from 2011 to 2016 and is senior consultant for Alan Clayton Associates.
Richard Spencer
Richard helps organisations grow customer loyalty. Because commercially it makes sense.
Many organisations understand that it's important to grow loyalty, but don't know where to start.
Richard helps charities, membership organisations and social enterprises put in place the relevant tools and approaches to grow loyalty, giving quick wins and longer term solutions.
Richard has held senior positions at RSPB, Scope and The Children's Society and has been a trustee for three other charitable organisations. He is also on the steering group for the IOF Supporter Experience group.
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