The Fundraiser’s Toolbox
You know that fundraising is hard work. To be successful you need to be well equipped to take on all its challenges. At SOFII, we thought you might like some help. So we’ve put together this fundraiser’s toolbox that we’ll be filling with essential examples, formats, articles, case studies, ideas and tips that we think every fundraiser should know about.
Friends of the Earth: Looking after supporters when the media storm hit
by SOFII
When a media storm hit the sector and put fundraising under the microscope, Friends of the Earth acted quickly to get in touch with their donors. They gave them the opportunity to comment both frankly and freely on how the organisation was communicating with them. But what did their supporters have to say?
Read moreTwo days in Dublin: fundraising inspiration in Ireland’s capital
by Joe Burnett
SOFII attended the Ask Direct Summer School, one of 2016’s most inspirational world class fundraising seminars. We were treated to thought-provoking, intriguing and engaging sessions by some of the sector’s leading lights. Here's part one of our reports.
Cancer Research UK: Slimming World Big Clothes Throw partnership
by Marie Burnett
This is a case history of a fantastic partnership between Cancer Research UK and Slimming World – the Big Slimming World Clothes Throw. Going since 2013, this campaign allows Slimming World members to celebrate slimming success by donating their ‘before’ clothes to CRUK charity shops. This has generated over £5 million worth of stock for the shops, whilst also highlighting the issues of obesity and related cancers. All with minimal investment on the charity’s part!
Read moreRelationship fundraising ignite, part 2
by Craig Linton
In the second part of our Relationship Fundraising Ignite series: the Commission for the Donor Experience, how to build a relationship with donors by asking three questions, and how the Terrence Higgins Trust used relationship fundraising.
Read moreWhy so many organisations fail at Facebook
by Beate Sørum
Beate Sorum thinks that if Facebook isn’t working for your organisation, she is willing to bet that it is not Facebook’s fault – it’s yours.
Read moreFive big reasons your fundraising results could be better
by Rachel Beer
Rachel Beer asks what are the big things that make the really big differences to your fundraising results?
Relationship fundraising ignite, part 1
by Craig Linton
After the events of the past year in UK fundraising, relationship fundraising is once again a hot topic.
Read moreRelationship Fundraising ignited – why it’s relevant today
by Richard Turner
In the first of a new series, Richard Turner asks if the book is still relevant in today’s world and what lessons it has for current fundraisers?
Read moreEnabling volunteers to do the right stuff
by Simone Joyaux
Simone Joyaux is determined to help nonprofits get their governance right. In her latest article for SOFII she writes about the importance of enabling your volunteers.
Why I am not a fan of welcome packs
by Margaux Smith
‘They spent my entire first month’s gift on this stupid pack and I don’t really feel thanked at all’.
Read moreHow to nurture happy fundraisers
by Sarah Clifton
How do we ensure that, as experienced fundraisers, we are helping to nurture happy colleagues?
Read moreA tale of two donors – or the ENORMOUS difference in value between ‘what’ and ‘why’
by Charlie Hulme
Charlotte and Emily are almost identical donors with very different donation histories.
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