Many fundraisers experience self-doubt, even after a promotion.
Our Influence and Impact for Women in Leadership course (from 5 May) helps you build confidence and grow your skills in a supportive group.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/4sIwU8y
#ProudFundraiser #CIOF
The image is a colorful advertisement for the Fundraising Convention 2026, taking place at the QEII Centre, London, on June 4–5. It mentions that early career packages close today and includes the Chartered Institute of Fundraising logo.
1 Week left to apply for the Early Careers track at #CIOFFC 2026!
If you’re at the start of your fundraising journey, this package is designed specifically for you. It's your opportunity to connect, learn, and grow alongside peers.
Closing: 27/04/26 17.00
Apply now: https://bit.ly/4my5QHI
A person seated at a desk, wearing headphones, and smiling at a laptop. The text on the image reads: "Test your fundraising knowledge. Corporate partnerships are becoming a more important income stream for charities. Fact? Fiction?" The Chartered Institute of Fundraising logo is displayed in the bottom right corner.
How well do you really know fundraising?
Put it to the test with our Facts or Fiction quiz. Challenge your knowledge, spot gaps and see how you compare.
Give it a go: https://bit.ly/4cPzXHl
Be sure to share your results and tag us!
#ProudFundraiser #CIOF
Image showing a digital flyer with training events scheduled for May. The top left box announces "Influence and Impact for Women in Leadership" from 05/05/2026 to 14/07/2026. Top middle details "Essentials of Legacy Fundraising" with Richard Radcliffe FCIoF(Dip) on 12/05/26. Bottom left presents "Leading Stewardship (Management Level)" with Lynda Harwood-Compton on 07/05/26. Bottom right offers "How to Write Fundraising Copy That Really Engages and Persuades" with Paul Chuter FIDM on 14/05/26. A person is on the left side, working on a laptop.
Person reading at a desk with a computer and a cup, in a room with orange and teal walls. To the right, a list of upcoming training sessions is displayed, including 'Developing a Fundraising Strategy' with Gill Jolly (10/05/2026 - 14/05/2026), 'Prospect Research (Getting Started)' with Lynda Harwood-Compton (14/05/2026), 'Major Donor Fundraising (Practitioner Level)' with Dr. Ikhlaq Hussain (19/05/2026), 'Trust Fundraising: Getting Started' with Gill Jolly (21/05/2026), and 'Corporate Fundraising (Management Level)' with Ugo Ikezu (27/05/2026 - 28/05/2026).
A person is sitting at a table using a laptop. The image lists upcoming training in June, including: - Events Fundraising: Strategy & Planning (Management Level) with Juliet Ellis from 10/06/2026 to 11/06/2026. - Developing a Legacy Strategy (Management Level) with Richard Radcliffe on 16/06/2026. - AI for Fundraisers: An Introduction to AI tools with Sue Turner on 11/06/2026. - Trusts Fundraising: Improving Your Success (Intermediate) with Polly O’Keary on 12/06/2026. - Corporate Fundraising (Practitioner Level) with Dr A O’Sullivan on 15/06/2026. - How to Write Fundraising Copy That Really Engages and Persuades with Paul Chuter on 18/06/2026.
The image shows a person smiling while using a laptop. The background features a schedule of upcoming training sessions in June, organized by dates. Titles of the sessions include: "Data Storytelling for Fundraisers," "The Art of Stewardship," "Managing Your Trust Fundraising Programme Strategically," "Developing In Memory Fundraising," and "Events Fundraising – Review and Develop Your Portfolio of Events." Each session lists a presenter and a date.
Our May and June training calendar is here to support your development.
Through our courses and leadership programmes, we aim to provide the knowledge, confidence and connections that help you grow in your role.
Explore the full calendar on our website here: https://bit.ly/4crSFDF
This image features a photo of CIOF's Paul Laird with the text: "Meet the Fundraisers Who Work on What You Care About. Learn all about the new 'Cause-Led Networking Sessions' taking place at Fundraising Convention 2026." It mentions Paul Laird of CIOF and discusses the sessions' purpose of aligning fundraisers with causes they support. The background has colorful geometric patterns.
What’s the real value of attending #CIOFFC in person?
It’s the conversations between sessions that matter most. Connect with peers, share ideas and feel supported.
Discover our new Cause Led Networking Sessions and how they can support you: https://bit.ly/4co31Vc
The image features a green background with text about "The Knowledge Hub." It announces updates and highlights new additions and services for organizational members, including resources for those with Small Charities membership and on-demand video resources.
The image is a promotional banner for a course titled "Building a Fundraising Ready Organisation," presented by Emma Low and Emma-Louise Singh. It features two circular inset photos of the presenters against a teal background with decorative elements.
The image is a promotional graphic for a knowledge hub event titled "Supporter Experience Research - Insights and Actions for Fundraisers." It features headshots of four individuals presented as Richard Spencer, Roger Lawson, Natasha Evans, and Kay Harrison. The text highlights the importance of supporter insights for fundraising success.
This image is a promotional banner for a knowledge hub titled "Building a Case for Support." It features circular photos of two individuals against a white brick wall background. The series is presented by Emma Low and Emma-Louise Singh. The text describes a three-part on-demand series aimed at guiding users in developing a fundraising case for support. There are paragraphs providing more information about the series' objectives and benefits on a green background.
Sometimes there isn’t time for a full training course - but you don’t have to miss out on sector insight.
The Knowledge Hub offers bite-sized, on-demand learning for Organisational Members.
Practical, expert-led content to support your fundraising, with new courses added 👉 https://bit.ly/4uPEFvE
A person is using a tablet while standing next to large text that reads, "DMCS: Roadmap to grow place-based philanthropy." Below it is smaller text: "Government to unlock philanthropic investment into England's most disadvantaged communities." The background is teal with stylized circular shapes. DMCS refers to the Department of Culture, Media and Sport.
Today, the Department for Culture, Media and Sport has launched a major new strategy to grow giving .
Connecting philanthropists with existing local initiatives, helping spread donations across the country and to partner with government in targeting their giving
Read here: https://bit.ly/4dFa0eF
The image is an event advertisement featuring the SOFII logo. It promotes the session "I Wish I’d Thought of That" happening on Friday, 5 June, from 14.00 to 15.15. The text notes that applications close on 13 April and encourages participants to champion an impressive fundraising campaign or concept. The background is colorful with a mix of geometric shapes.
If you’d love to inspire your peers at #CIOFFC and champion a brilliant piece of fundraising join the IWITOT run with Sofii.
Applications close on 13 April. IWITOT speakers receive a free ticket to the Friday of the convention, when the session will take place.
Apply now: https://bit.ly/403UbWX
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Day Two Plenary Speakers announcement featuring three individuals smiling, with text listing their names: Dr Laurene Currie, Rebecca Williams, and David Upcraft. Event details: Friday, 4 June, 9:00 - 9:45. Hosted in partnership with Blackbaud, focusing on using AI in charities.
Announcing our plenary speakers for Fundraising Convention 2026! 🎉
With the theme of Small Shifts, Big Impact this year, our keynote sessions bring this to life through practical insight and real-world experience.
👉 Explore the full plenary line-up: https://bit.ly/4vjvvrz
#CIOFFC
Dark green graphic with the text "DMCCA 2024 Update" in large white font. Below, in smaller text: "Certain charitable memberships to be excluded from new subscriptions law." The Chartered Institute of Fundraising logo appears in the top right corner.
The Department for Business and Trade has announced that certain charitable memberships will be exempt from the Digital Markets Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA).
CIOF’s Charlotte Sherman explains what it means for charities and what to consider next.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4t0EBYS
A person in glasses and a beard smiles in front of a green background. White text reads: "After May's elections, Wales and Scotland must put fundraising at the heart of civil society. A blog from our executive director of engagement, Ceri Edwards." The Chartered Institute of Fundraising logo is in the top left corner.
Ahead of May’s elections, Ceri Edwards at the CIOF reflects on the role of fundraising in building a sustainable civil society - highlighting the importance of long-term funding, partnership and investment.
👉 Read the full blog: https://bit.ly/3Q598WL
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Looking for a simpler way to stay up to date with fundraising insight and research?
Our new Insight Hub brings together the latest reports, sector research and CIOF analysis in one place, helping you make informed, evidence-based decisions.
👉 Explore: https://bit.ly/3PLBup4
Text graphic with logos of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising and Action Medical Research for children. Includes a quote about the value of organization support in fundraising: "Being part of an organisation that understands fundraising and can help charities like us navigate a path through the many challenges to achieve success is what we value most about our membership." - Lewis Coghlin, Director of Fundraising, Action Medical Research.
Navigating fundraising challenges is easier with the right support.
Lewis Coghlin, Head of Fundraising, shares how CIOF organisational membership helps Action Medical Research access best practice while contributing to the sector.
Read more https://bit.ly/4dkxkhI
A colorful graphic promoting CIOFFC 2026, featuring the text "9 Tracks available at CIOFFC 2026." It also includes details of the event, taking place from 4-5 June 2026 at the QEII Centre, London. The design has a geometric pattern with various blocks of color.
The image is a banner with three sections, each with white text on colored backgrounds. The sections are titled: "Strategy, Innovation, and Income Generation," "Trusts, Philanthropy and Partnerships," and "Public Fundraising and Mass Engagement." Each section provides brief descriptions of fundraising strategies and engagement ideas for various audiences. The background features a colorful geometric pattern.
An image with three sections of text against a colorful geometric background. The first section titled "Career Development, Leadership and Wellbeing" describes a track for fundraisers to prioritize wellbeing, personal growth, and leadership skills. The second section, "Legacies and In-Memory Giving," focuses on strategies for legacy and in-memory fundraising that involve delivery, evaluation, and investment case building. The third section, "Supporter Insight and Research," highlights work in data analytics and research, with a focus on improving fundraising and supporter experiences.
The image contains three text-filled sections on a colorful background. The first section titled "Leading the Sector" discusses thought leadership and innovation in the UK fundraising industry. The second section, "Early Career Fundraisers," describes a 2025 track for newcomers to build a fundraising career. The third section, "Interactive," mentions networking and practical support at Convention 2026, emphasizing collaboration and idea exchange.
#CIOFFC 2026 is built around our key expert-led tracks, offering practical insights you can apply in your day-to-day fundraising.
Why not have a look at our new Interactive track and Unconventional programme?
Tickets: https://bit.ly/413VbLd
Programme: https://bit.ly/4sSV8OE
A group of five people gathered around a laptop, looking engaged and smiling. The text reads, "Types of Fundraising. Discover the many different types and areas of fundraising." The background is simple with circular graphic designs.
List of charity fundraising topics: 1. Corporate Fundraising - Partnering strategies. 2. Door-to-door Fundraising - Best practices. 3. Grants and Trusts Fundraising - Essential info. 4. Guide to Lotteries and Raffles - Legal and logistical advice. 5. Event Fundraising - Key planning considerations.
A list of fundraising topics is displayed, including "Direct Mail Fundraising," "Major Donor Fundraising," "Outdoor UK Challenge Events: Planning and Delivery," and "Maximising Income Through Challenge Events." Each topic includes a brief description.
A list of article titles and descriptions on a light background. Titles include: "How to Run a Successful Fundraising Auction," "What Is Payroll Giving? A Complete Guide," "Fundraising Success with Capital Appeal Strategies," and "Crowdfunding for Professional Fundraisers." Each description highlights key insights related to the topic.
New to fundraising? Or looking to diversify your income streams?
Our resource library covers everything from community fundraising to major gifts, with practical guidance, tips and insights across the full fundraising landscape.
👉 Explore the collection: https://bit.ly/406XFIe
The third episode of Let’s Talk Fundraising is out!
Our host Tim Beynon is joined by Claire Stanley, Anna Lord, and Monwara Ali, for a discussion that centers on Women in Leadership. Listen for practical insights and advice.
Listen here: https://bit.ly/4bIrtS6
Playlist: https://bit.ly/48hsiii
This image is a promotional graphic for "Small Charity & Solo Fundraiser Networking Sessions." It includes two circular photos of individuals. The first photo is labeled as hosted by Frances Fox, Content Manager at the CIOF, and the second photo is of Terri Powell, Membership Services Officer at the CIOF. The sessions are hosted online on April 23, 2026, with more on June 10, September 15, and December 3.
Solo fundraiser or part of a small fundraising team?
Join our new quarterly online networking sessions for 45 minutes of real conversation with people who get it.
Dates are set for the whole year.
First session for members will be happening 23 April: https://bit.ly/47DWgwE
New insights from Remember A Charity's latest consumer tracking study, conducted by research agency OKO. The image includes a stylized heart logo and a yellow badge encouraging support for Remember A Charity. Background is dark teal.
New insights from Remember A Charity’s latest consumer tracking study, carried out by independent research agency OKO, reveals a shift towards earlier Will-writing.
The study shows the leading factors that are creating real momentum for legacy giving.
Read the report here: https://bit.ly/4rUgtWr
Photo with Remember A Charity Logo Top Left Hand Side on a white background. Text Says "Stronger Together. Together, We Can Create A Future Where Everyone Feels Inspired and Empowered To Leave The World Better and Stronger By Remembering the Charities They Care about in Their Will.
We’ve launched our 2026–2030 strategy to grow charitable gifts in Wills and support charities across the UK.
With four key priorities, we’ll inspire more people, tackle barriers, and help charities maximise legacy giving.
Read the full strategy here: bit.ly/3NCULIi
A person in professional attire stands confidently with arms crossed. The background reads, "Influence and Impact for Women in Leadership," followed by "Programme overview." Listed bullet points include: Increasing your confidence, Personal leadership brand, Influencing hotseats, Increasing your impact in meetings, Tackling imposter feelings and self-doubt, and Communicating with senior stakeholders.
A person with a joyful expression is making an "OK" hand gesture while wearing a suit. Next to them, the text reads: "Future Leaders Programme" with a subheading "Programme overview." Listed topics include Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Styles and Dealing with Politics, Coaching, Influencing and Negotiation, Strategy and the Employee Life Cycle.
As International Leadership Week continues, explore your development as a fundraising leader.
Our Influence and Impact for Women in Leadership programme starts 5 May, and our Future Leaders Programme supports those stepping into management roles.
Find out more👇
Programmes: https://bit.ly/40GrZJT
CIOF CEO Katie Docherty and CIOF Growing Giving, Policy & Partnerships Manager Charlotte Sherman, are seated at the CIOF stand at ACEVOfest 2026 with promotional materials. Behind them is a banner for the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, featuring text about changing the perception of fundraising and attracting talent.
Delighted to be at #ACEVOfest 2026 today!
This year’s theme - future‑proofing impactful civil society leadership
If you’re attending, come and say hello to us at Stand 19. We’d love to talk all things CIOF and hear more about the incredible work you’re doing across the sector.
@acevo.bsky.social
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New to CIOF? Our monthly drop-in sessions are just for you - a chance to ask questions and meet fellow members.
Join us on 7 April, 1.30pm - 2pm, or on 5 May. An informal session that will help you make the most of your membership.
April:https://bit.ly/4d297N1
May: https://bit.ly/4b620l5
A person is seated at a desk with a laptop and a cup, writing in a notebook. The background includes the logo and text of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, with the message "Practical fundraising support for small charities" in bold.
Small charities achieve big things with small teams
We support 250+ small charities through free membership and free resources designed to boost confidence and impact.
Small Charities Collection: https://bit.ly/3NmO2ST
Free Small Charities Membership: https://bit.ly/4dk5rGj
#CIOF
Earlier this week, CAF published its latest UK Giving Report
Explore what’s changing, from digital innovation and AI to data-led fundraising and supporter experience, & what it will take to grow giving again.
Read more & download the full report here: https://bit.ly/4bPzEf8
Image showing four individuals standing together, smiling, and looking at brochures. They're wearing matching lanyards. A banner above them reads "enthuse: Putting your charity front and centre of your fundraising." Large text promotes "Exhibitors Stands CIOFFC 2026" at the QEII Centre in Westminster, London, highlighting it as the UK's largest fundraising convention with 1,800 attendees. Event dates are 4 - 5 June.
#CIOFFC returns to London in 2026, bringing together 1,800 fundraisers (70% senior).
With limited exhibitor stands left, now’s the time to secure your place. Connect with decision-makers, raise your profile, and explore sponsorship opportunities.
📩 Email corporate@ciof.org.uk for more info
A promotional graphic for the "2026 Charity Digital Skills Report Survey," featuring the Charity Digital logo. The text encourages reflection on digital progress, learning about different areas, and identifying ways to move forward. The background is a light blue with a subtle heart design.
The 2026 @charitydigital.bsky.social Skills Report survey is now open! 🚀
We want to hear how your charity uses digital and AI - what’s working, what’s tough, and what needs to improve.
Share your experience: https://bit.ly/3PyN7iK
Survey Closes 20 April
#CharityDigiReport
Upcoming training presentation slide. A person with long hair and glasses is smiling at a desk with a notebook. Three training sessions are listed: "How to Write Fundraising Copy That Really Engages and Persuades" on 16/04/2026 with Paul Chuter FDIM, "Growing Income From Mid-Value Donors" on 23/04/2026 with Charly White, and "The Art of Stewardship" on 27/04/2026 with Lynda Harwood-Compton. The background is dark green.
A person sitting at a desk with a laptop, smiling, next to two text boxes. The first text box reads "27/04/2026 - 28/04/2026: Corporate Fundraising (Practitioner Level) with Jo O'Sullivan, MBA, Dip, MIOF." The second text box reads "28/04/2026: Developing a Legacy Strategy (Management Level) with Richard Radcliffe, FIOF (Cert)." The background is dark green with subtle heart shapes.
An individual with short white hair is sitting outdoors at a table, using a laptop and smiling. The image features a blue background with text about upcoming training courses in May. Course titles include: "Influence and Impact for Women in Leadership" with Cara Miller, "Essentials of Legacy Fundraising" with Richard Radcliffe, "Leading Stewardship (Management Level)" with Lynda Harwood Compton, and "Developing a Fundraising Strategy" with Gill Jolly.
The image shows a person sitting at a desk with a laptop, smiling at the screen. Next to the person, there is a list of upcoming training sessions with dates in May 2026. The titles of the sessions include "How to Write Fundraising Copy That Really Engages and Persuades" by Paul Chuter FIDM, "Major Donor Fundraising (Practitioner Level)" with Dr. Ikhlaq Hussain, and "Corporate Fundraising (Management Level)" with Ugo Ikokwu. The background is blue.
Looking to refresh your skills this spring, explore a new area of fundraising, or step into leadership?
Our expert-led training for April and May has a range of short courses and a dedicated leadership programme, all focused on practical impact.
Explore the calendar: https://bit.ly/40KJl8l
Bursary applications close at 23.59 today!
We have a variety of bursaries available so fundraisers have as much access possible to #CIOFFC 2026. Don't miss out on the chance to boost your learning, inspiration and career growth.
👉 Apply now: https://bit.ly/4rCKEST
A colorful banner with bold text reads "Fundraising Convention 2026." A blue box to the right states "Early Bird Sold Out!" and a red box below says "Book Now." Vibrant geometric shapes form the background.
We have SOLD OUT our allocation of early bird tickets for #CIOFFC 2026.
You can still enjoy access to Fundraising Convention at our standard rates.
Written booking requests already acknowledged will be honoured.
Tickets available here: https://bit.ly/4uAZVFC
Bright, colorful geometric design with text: "Fundraising Convention 2026. Bursaries Closing 16 March. Apply Now.
Only a few days left to apply for Fundraising Convention 2026 bursaries!
These bursaries help more fundraisers access learning, inspiration and professional growth.
Includes the Mandi Hine Bursary, offering two one‑day tickets.
Apply now: https://bit.ly/3Nn7bnJ
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