Session
Testing fast and cheap – how to build learning and innovations into your fundraising campaigns
In this session we will be discussing all of the different ways that you can build learning and innovation into your campaigns. We’ll cover how to test new concepts, different activation methods and different stewardship tactics so that you can learn the best approaches in real time.
Text Giving: A digital bootcamp
A mini quick-fire session on how to get started in text giving.
Text Opportunities in a Socially Distanced World
In this talk, we’ll be joined by some fantastic charities to celebrate some wonderful success stories. We hope that we will inform and inspire you with ideas that you can replicate in your own fundraising.
The “Global Trends” series
A series of one-to-one interviews, exploring global and regional trends in grant-making.
The 2024 data protection law that could transform your fundraising
In this session, find out how this will impact your charity and potentially increase your fundraising capacity.
The actual return to events and planning for the winter
This session provides an overview of guidance to support charities in returning to in-person events and key things to think about to ensure you are fundraising safely and responsibly.
The anatomy of a successful funding proposal
We’ll talk you through our tried-and-tested approach for writing a funding proposal that does your work justice and stands out from the crowd.
The Art of Conversation: Connect First, Ask Later
In this lively 30-minute session, Silvia Bueso — international speaker, coach, and queen of asking without shame — will show you how to ditch the fear, connect like a human, and turn everyday chats into powerful “yeses”.
The art of pedagogy: Terriers tour and Eve’s story
This session looks at Terriers and Eve’s Story, two plays by Maurice Bessman.
The Art of Personalized Matching: Transforming Donor Engagement
Personalized Matching creates a more meaningful and impactful donor experience. With it, you’re not just reaching out – you’re connecting in a way that’s meaningful and leaves a lasting impact.
The British Red Cross approach to developing a people-centred fundraising strategy
We’ll be sharing how we are developing the strategy, how we are putting people (our supporters, staff and volunteers) at the heart of our approach and why we think that being people-centred is essential for success.
The Change Imperative: Survive, Grow and Thrive
Discover the core principles and actionable steps to drive and effectively communicate change, foster a culture of adaptability, and achieve your transformation goals.
The Characteristics of High Performing Philanthropy Professionals: Relationships!
In this session, Bill Littlejohn, Senior Vice President and CEO of Sharp HealthCare Foundation in San Diego, California, will share perspectives on more than three decades of relationship development and management in the complex environment of healthcare in the USA, including how professional tenure and long-term strategy and planning is a key factor in elevating both relationships and philanthropy.