Chartered Institute of Fundraising Consultants

27/06/2023

Whether you are attending CIoF Convention or not... Whether you are a CIoF member or not... you are invited to an evening event just a few minutes walk from the Convention venue, all about life and a future as a consultant. It's organised jointly by the Association of Fundraising Consultants and EU Consult. Andrew Thomas, Founder of Prospecting for Gold, will kick off proceedings by sharing challenging thoughts: "Why are there so many consultants and do we make a difference to the total amount of money raised? Why do we waste time doing tasks that the client should do before we get involved? How can consultants improve? Where will we find the new philanthropists?" There'll be plenty of opportunity for you to share your views on the sector and the consultant's role, as well as network. The ticket price includes a first drink and nibbles. Book now at form.jotform.com/231284069259362

29/05/2021

BMHC, based in Manchester are looking for a fundraising consultant to support two fantastic projects; 1. Recognising the contribution Muslims have made during WW1, particular emphasis on the 790,000 that fought and also showcasing technological innovation during this time. Culminating in an exhibition in Yorkshire, with the view to take country wide. 2. Support with income generation for a festival celebrating Indian Heritage, food culture and music. Please contact them direct for more information. http://www.bmhc.org.uk/

29/05/2021

BMHC, based in Manchester are looking for a fundraising consultant to support two fantastic projects; 1. Recognising the contribution Muslims have made, particular emphasis on the 790,000 that fought and also showcasing technological innovation during this time. Culminating in an exhibition in Yorkshire, with the view to take country wide. 2. Support with income generation for a festival celebrating Indian Heritage, food culture and music. Please contact them direct for more information. # http://www.bmhc.org.uk/

12/05/2021

Last of the spring conferences coming up - good time to reflect on strategy & future trends. https://ciof.org.uk/events-and-training/conference/2021/trust-fundraising-conference

26/04/2021

Plenty of opportunities for passionate people to join CIoF volunteer teams nationally, regionally and within the special interest groups. Why not check out the link and see what matches your experience and skill sets? https://ciof.org.uk/group-volunteering

It would not be possible to run our national, regional and special interest fundraising groups across the UK without the help of our incredible volunteers, and we’re looking for committed and passionate people to join our team.

22/04/2021

"Superb the survey was a great initiative", "Today was brilliant thank you", "10/10 - great to meet you all" - a few comments from todays online event presenting key findings from our recent group survey plus networking. The full report will be published shortly, but we can reveal that 94% get work from personal connections and 76% get work through client referrals.

19/04/2021

CIoF are recruiting for new members for their Board of Trustees - application process is live and can be found on the link.

The last year has been enormously challenging for the Chartered Institute and the wider charity sector dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and its wider impacts on the causes we all work for. Looking forward we are cautiously optimistic about a return to all forms of public fundraising and hopeful...

19/04/2021

Lots of conferences coming up this Spring...Events, Major Donor and Trust Fundraising...

Our online conferences focus on the topics that are affecting fundraisers right now. Delving into both regional issues and different fundraising specialisms, techniques and issues, the conferences will provide a combination of keynote presentations, Q&As, case studies and practitioner led presentati...

19/04/2021

Tickets going fast for our event this Thursday 12-1.30pm. Come along and hear the results of our latest survey and to take part in the discussion around the key findings; drivers into consultancy, different business models, barriers, sustaining work flow and the impact of the pandemic. We look forward to seeing you there.

Join us to hear the results from our latest consultants survey and enjoy some networking

14/04/2021

Don't miss our next online event, Thursday 22nd April 12 - 1.30pm where we'll be presenting key findings from our recent survey and talking about how we can help fellow consultants/ freelancers out there. Interactive session with networking and a chance to have your say on future event topics.

Join us to hear the results from our latest consultants survey and enjoy some networking

01/04/2021

Results are in from the consultants and freelancers survey we ran earlier this year! Thanks to everyone that took time to complete it. We’ve had a great response and our next Consultants group event on 22nd April (12–1.30pm) will focus on summarising key findings from the survey. The event will also include time for networking and discussion, we want to hear more from you all to help us shape this group going forward. Put it in your diary, a link for booking on the event will follow shortly.

31/03/2021

The committee recently worked with the Chartered Institute of Fundraising to develop this resource for charities ‘Working with Consultants and Freelancers’. It's available for you to share with any charities who are thinking of employing a freelancer or consultant. As a group representing fundraising consultants whatever stage of business cycle, we look forward to working with the CIoF on further resources.

This guidance aims to support charities by giving them advice on how to best develop working relationships with consultants. Working closely with the Chartered Institute Consultants Group, this guidance was written in partnership with Fundraising Consultancy Yorkshire, CN Fundraising Consultancy and...