The Charity Show

What does today's fundraising landscape really look like? Katie Docherty, CIOF

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Welcome to Episode 5 of The Charity Show! Hosts Tim Beynon and Piers Townley return with another engaging episode filled with the latest news, inspiring stories, and thought-provoking discussions from the charity sector.

This week, we explore the evolving fundraising landscape with Katie Doherty, Chief Executive of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising. Katie offers insights into the current state of fundraising, the impact of the cost of living crisis, and how charities can adapt to new technologies and changing donor behaviours. Discover the importance of micro-donations, the rise of gaming as a fundraising tool, and the psychological factors driving charitable giving.

We also celebrate the incredible efforts of fundraisers across the UK. Tim highlights the story of Dan Ives and Lloyd Gregory, who set a world record for the longest table tennis rally to raise funds for Sands, a stillbirth and neonatal charity. Piers revisits the inspiring journey of Russell Cook, the "hardest geezer," who ran across Africa to raise over £1 million for The Running Charity and is now sharing his experiences in a new book.

In addition, we discuss the significant role of festivals in charity fundraising, with Glastonbury raising millions for causes like Oxfam and Water Aid. Plus, find out how you can get involved and give your charity a free shout-out on the show.

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