I offer freelance fundraising support and consultancy for charities locally and nationally, with a focus on smaller or niche causes.

Its imperative to have a down to earth, pragmatic approach and understand the merits and pitfalls of working with a small budget on volunteer lead initiatives. Often a Charities focus has been on the services they offer and they need guidance on expanding income or visibility within their community. With current restrictions preventing fundraising events its hard for many to diversify and retain income that is sorely needed.

Having first working in the charity and events sector 15 years ago I have a real working knowledge of traditional and modern charity strategy and development. Its also allowed me to see patterns in donor behaviour and how we can develop new and exciting ways to increase I engagement.

The post Covid world is a great place for charities to develop their digital strategy and really utilise peoples time at home. A great example of a home challenge was the Ice Bucket challenge. This was contact free and raised millions for people with ALS.

What can you think of to help support your local charities?