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We’re passionate about supporting organisations doing good stuff in the world, in any way we can. That’s why we’ve created this space to share stories, insights, ideas, tips and tricks - to keep you up-to-date.
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Keeping your fundraising ethical
Charities closing… People being made redundant… Demand for our services increasing… There’s no question that our sector needs all the...
Jennie Gillions
Mar 187 min read
Small charity leaders’ mental health is at crisis point
Our new research released today found: 85% of small charity leaders in England experienced poor mental health due to their role. Of this,...
Vic Hancock Fell
Feb 274 min read
Creating space for neurodiversity
Aileen Carson In today’s evolving work environment, diversity and inclusion are rightly recognised as essential elements of a thriving...
Aileen Carson
Feb 145 min read
From Fixer to Multiplier: The Key to Building Resilient Charity Teams
Introduction Running a small charity often means wearing many hats, and for many leaders, it can feel like they’re the "Chief Everything...
Flóra Raffai
Oct 21, 20245 min read
Why every charity leader should have a coach
This blog is written by Collective member, Leadership Coach, Natalie Tucker . October 2024 Coaching is for everyone – not just senior...
Natalie Tucker
Oct 1, 20244 min read
A balancing act: strategies to help you thrive
Written by Aileen Carson, Fair Collective associate Charity leaders are used to wearing many hats, juggling multiple responsibilities,...
Aileen Carson
Jul 16, 20246 min read
What the small charity sector wants from the general public: The SCW Public Pledge
Let's start a national conversation about the issues facing small charities
Vic Hancock Fell
Jun 14, 20244 min read
The future of infrastructure support for small charities.
What should the future of infrastructure support look like for small charities?
Vic Hancock Fell
Jun 10, 20244 min read
Small charities inspire me. Why?
Claire Mills, Deputy CEO at Charity Finance Group, shares why she loves small charities and how CFG will support the Power of Small project.
Vic Hancock Fell
May 24, 20242 min read
Cross sector collaboration isn’t a ‘nice to have’ any more. It’s how we win.
This blog is written by Collective member Wayne Murray and was originally posted on Fundraising Everywhere . October 2023 This blog is...
Wayne Murray
Oct 16, 20233 min read
Is your charity ready to start securing income from grants?
Written by Collective member Suzie Rees Is your organisation ready to start fundraising from trusts and foundations? It’s great to hear...
Vic Hancock Fell
Jul 19, 20234 min read
Guest blog: Save and Fundraise - Tom Gill
At Fair Collective we're always eager to hear about people, organisations and initiatives that help small charities and the people who...
Vic Hancock Fell
May 22, 20233 min read
Making the ‘ask’ - 5 top tips when asking for money for your small charity
Written by Collective member Lucy Roberts As fundraisers, we are competing for funds, showcasing work, changing perspectives and trying...
Vic Hancock Fell
May 22, 20233 min read
Can't recruit a fundraiser? You're not alone...
There is something going wrong with fundraiser recruitment in the charity sector. I've heard from peers that they can't fill roles, seen...
Vic Hancock Fell
May 22, 20234 min read
I just did my first round of grant assessing, here's what I learned.
For 15 years I have fundraised from trusts and foundations for smaller charities. At a guess I'd say I've written close to 500...
Vic Hancock Fell
May 22, 20234 min read
Small charity grant applications - tips from a grant maker
Written by Ashley Kuchanny - Grantmaker at BFSS, Consultant at Donor Perspectives and member of the Fair Collective Fundraising for...
Vic Hancock Fell
May 22, 20234 min read
Is your small charity ready to take on it's first paid member of staff?
The majority of charities begin life managed by a passionate founder and/or a group of dedicated Trustees and volunteers. In some cases...
Vic Hancock Fell
May 22, 20236 min read
How to write a simple strategic plan for your small charity
As a leader in a small charity, sometimes future planning and strategising can fall to the bottom of your very long to-do list. But,...
Vic Hancock Fell
May 22, 20233 min read
The small charity health check
This ‘health-check’ is a good starting point for small charities that are seeking to professionalise, grow and increase efficiency and...
Vic Hancock Fell
May 22, 20232 min read
How to write a simple fundraising strategy
For many smaller charities, fundraising is a constant uphill battle often resulting in a ‘hand-to-mouth’ situation where funds are raised...
Vic Hancock Fell
May 22, 20233 min read
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