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Communication, Fundraising Strategy, Innovation, Philanthropic Psychology, Philanthropy Adrian Sargeant Communication, Fundraising Strategy, Innovation, Philanthropic Psychology, Philanthropy Adrian Sargeant

Hands Up Anyone Who Knows How To Double Philanthropy (Part 2)

In a previous blog I introduced some exciting new ideas on how to grow philanthropy in the United Kingdom, from the Beacon Collaborative.

In this blog I outline some of my own for how giving might be doubled.

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Innovation, Communication, Fundraising Strategy Kathryn Edworthy Innovation, Communication, Fundraising Strategy Kathryn Edworthy

Empowering Fundraising in Europe: A Glimpse into the EFA Skillshare 2023

In the heart of historic Prague, the European Fundraising Association's (EFA) Skillshare 2023 unfolded, promising knowledge, innovation, and inspiration under the theme "ELEVATE & INNOVATE: EMPOWERING FUNDRAISING IN EUROPE." This event highlighted the vital role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the nonprofit sector and its future prospects. As a participant, I can affirm that it was an exceptional experience!

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Communication, Philanthropic Psychology, Fundraising Strategy, Innovation Emma Bryant Communication, Philanthropic Psychology, Fundraising Strategy, Innovation Emma Bryant

20% of fundraisers don’t feel valued. Does this matter?

One in five fundraisers feel undervalued and believe they are not considered professionals.

Our research found fundraisers being recognised as professionals leads to greater philanthropic orientation, which in turn leads to greater fundraising performance.

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