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

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

📣 Office Closure Notice 📣
Please note that our office will be closed on Friday 3rd April and Monday 6th April for the Easter Bank Holiday weekend.

We'll be back as usual from 9am on Tuesday 7th April.

Scottish Fundraising Adjudication Panel introduces three new animations – Scottish Fundraising Adjudication Panel

We’ve created three short videos to explain who we are, how the Good Fundraising Guarantee works, and 5 key policies every charity should have!

Read about it in our new blog and watch the animations here:
buff.ly/9yD8FuP

Programme of events at the Gathering - SCVO Supporting Scotland's vibrant voluntary sector

1 week to go until the #SCVOGathering!

We're looking forward to meeting the attendees at The Gathering 2026 on 10 & 11 Feb at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre for the UK’s largest free voluntary sector event.

You’ll find us at Stand 63 - make sure to come say hello!

Graphic with a blue/green gradient background displaying the text ‘Scottish Fundraising Adjudication Panel’ at the top and ‘adds to expertise with four new members’ at the bottom with the icon from the Panel's logo in the middle.

We are pleased to welcome 4 new members to the Panel: David Finkelstein, Brook Marshall, Craig Shepherd, & Nicola Sinclair and look forward to working together to ensure fundraising in Scotland remains Legal, Open, Honest & Respectful.

Read more here: buff.ly/NkWFmUd

Image shows a promotional banner for the SCVO's "The Gathering 2026" with a red and purple background and abstract shapes. The left side reads: "We're a Gathering exhibitor... Come and see us at our stand!" The right side displays SCVO logo and event details: "10 & 11 February EICC, Edinburgh scvo.scot/the-gathering #SCVOGathering".

We’re excited to be exhibiting with the @ciofundraising.bsky.social at the #SCVOGathering on 10–11 February, where the voluntary sector will come together for two inspiring days packed with 80+ workshops, seminars, and training sessions.
Come say hello at Stand 63!
Find out more: buff.ly/BtjSwBL

Yvonne Evans appointed as Chair of the Scottish Fundraising Adjudication Panel – Scottish Fundraising Adjudication Panel

We’re delighted to welcome the new Chair of the Scottish Fundraising Adjudication Panel - Yvonne Evans.

Our latest blog introduces Yvonne, who brings strong legal expertise and a clear commitment to public trust and ethical fundraising in Scotland.
Read the more here 👉 buff.ly/ndu5Wgu

We’re delighted to announce @yvonneevans.bsky.social as the newly elected Chair of the Panel.

Yvonne succeeds Co‑Chairs Morna Black and Stephen Shirres, who stepped down after two years in the role.

We thank Morna and Stephen for their excellent leadership throughout this time.

🎆 Happy New Year from the Panel!🎆

As we step into 2026, we’d like to thank Scotland’s charities, fundraisers, and supporters for their continued commitment to legal, open, honest and respectful fundraising.

Here’s to a 2026 filled with continued support for Scotland’s charitable sector.

☃️Season’s Greetings from the Panel☃️

Our office will be closed over the festive period, but you can find information about our work and how to make a complaint on our website: goodfundraising.scot

We hope you have a peaceful and relaxing time and wish you a positive start to the new year.🎆

Does your charity have the right fundraising policies?
Our latest animation highlights 5 key policies that build trust and protect donors.
📽️ Watch here: buff.ly/EE8z4m6

Register at: buff.ly/5WGPoeK
#GoodFundraising

Show your supporters you are committed to best practice fundraising and following the Code of Fundraising Practice by registering for the Good Fundraising Guarantee!

Watch here to find out more:

Scottish Fundraising Adjudication Panel stand at the Charity leadership Scotland annual conference

We're here at the Charity Leadership Scotland conference in Glasgow.

Looking forward to meeting the delegates and gaining knowledge at the sessions today. #CLSAnnualConference2025 #CharityLeadership

Find out about the Good Fundraising Guarantee and how you can show your commitment to legal, open, honest and respectful fundraising!
The Good Fundraising Guarantee is free and open to OSCR-registered charities.
🎬 Watch now: buff.ly/WL58H8i
🔗 Register at: buff.ly/tLosHv1

This #TrusteesWeek take advantage of some of the inspiring events, and training opportunities being held such as:
▪️ Engaging with the new Charity Governance Code (5 Nov 12)
▪️ The new Code of Fundraising Practice – key responsibilities for trustees (6 Nov 2pm)
Book here buff.ly/A6kIbLQ

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Happy #TrusteesWeek

This week, we celebrate the incredible dedication, expertise, and passion of trustees across the UK whose leadership helps charities thrive and deliver lasting impact.

To every trustee who gives their time and energy to serve others—thank you.

Get involved: trusteesweek.org

Who are the Scottish Fundraising Adjudication Panel? Fundraising is vital to the work of charities, this short animated video introduces the Scottish Fundraising Adjudication Panel — the independent body that regulates fundraising in Scotland. It…

Ever wondered what the Scottish Fundraising Adjudication Panel does?
Our new animation explains how we support the system of enhanced self-regulation of fundraising in Scotland.
📺 Watch now: buff.ly/WD5ZN4a

📣 The new Code is now live!
Today, we welcome the updated Code of Fundraising Practice.

This revised code introduces a streamlined, principles-based approach to support innovative, modern fundraising while ensuring fundraising remains legal, open, honest, & respectful.
Learn more: buff.ly/YvmBlw0

#TrusteesWeek 2025 is approaching!
3–7 November.
This week shines a spotlight on the thousands of dedicated trustees who help lead & support Scotland’s vibrant third sector with events & webinars focused on governance, law & leadership.
Explore more: buff.ly/eXin45N

Don't forget to register for our joint fundraising regulation seminar with Turcan Connell on
📅 Tues 28th Oct 2025 @ 9.30am
📍 180 St Vincent St, Glasgow, G2 5SG
Find out more about the session and how to register here: buff.ly/4ymVCJO

Join the Panel, Turcan Connell, the Chartered Institute of Fundraising and the Fundraising Regulator for an engaging morning seminar on a range of fundraising topics.
Tues 28th Oct 2025 @ 9.30am
Turcan Connell, 180 St Vincent St, Glasgow, G2 5SG
🔗 Register now to secure your spot! buff.ly/6lM69AV

We're looking forward to joining over 50 other organisations at the @volunteeredinburgh.org.uk recruitment fair on Tuesday 30th September, where we'll be looking for volunteers to join the Scottish Fundraising Adjudication Panel. buff.ly/qLb52HC
We hope to see you there!

Panel members at the Scottish Fundraising Conference

What a wonderful couple of days at #ScotConf.
Thanks to everyone who dropped by to visit us at our stall and joined us for Strictly Com-pliance: Implementing a principles based code.

Scottish Fundraising Adjudication Panel stand at the Scottish Fundraising Conference.

Day one of #ScotConf done ✅
Thank you to the Fundraising Regulator for joining us to present 'Strictly Com-pliance: Implementing a principles based code.

The Panel & the Fundraising Regulator are excited to bring you "Strictly Com-pliance: implementing a Principle-Based Code" @ #ScotConf.
Gain insight into the new Code of Fundraising Practice & try your hand at putting the new code into practice against real fundraising complaints.
buff.ly/CYqWXOk

📣 Board Member Opportunity
The Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice is seeking to appoint a Board Member to the board of OSCR.
OSCR’s Board sets the strategic direction and is responsible for oversight, governance, & future direction of Scotland’s charity regulator.
Find out more: buff.ly/nnUHgiy

#InternationalCharityDay champions global charitable efforts! The date (5th September) commemorates the anniversary of the passing of Mother Teresa.

Today, we celebrate the vital role that charities play in communities across the world and encourage open, honest, legal and respectful fundraising.

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Have you read the Charity Finance Group's guide 'Communicating with your bank: raising an issue or concern’.
The guide helps charities navigate better communication with their bank,
Read it here: buff.ly/xfrt2CG