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Legacy Giving: Love It 😍 or Hate It 😡 ? We have heard it all in our combined 40 years ( 😬 ) working in the sector and Legacy Giving has always been something that can divide opinion. For many #SmallButMighty charities, having a robust legacy strategy can be transformative. Yet, many actively avoid legacies. Why? Lack of resources Limited knowledge Discomfort with 'the talk' Fear of alienating donors Overwhelm at the complexity So let's open up: Do you love the potential of legacy giving? Or do you dread the very thought of it? What's your biggest challenge or fear? Share your thoughts in the comments. Your experience could help fellow fundraisers overcome their hesitations and potentially secure their charity's future. Allicia Maclean Amy (Muyi) Liu Emese Budai Emma Low Emma-Louise Singh MCIOF(AdvDip) #LegacyGiving #SmallCharities #FundraisingRealities #NonprofitChallenges #WeLoveSmallCharities #SecureYourFuture #SustainableImpact #FundraisingStrategy #NovaFundraising #LegacyFundraising #IfNotNowThenWhen

🌟Explore the latest edition of Haines Watts Charity News - Spring 2024 🌈Delve into insightful articles, success stories, and valuable resources tailored for the nonprofit sector. From fundraising strategies to regulatory updates, this issue covers essential topics to help charities thrive in today's ever-changing landscape. 🕊️Stay informed, inspired, and empowered to make a difference with Haines Watts Charity News. https://lnkd.in/ea8a3A4m #NonprofitSector #CharityNews #HainesWatts"

Keeping up to date with the latest giving trends is crucial for any charity looking to attract new donors and strengthen existing relationships. Our 2024 UK Giving Report offers valuable insights, including: ⭐ Leveraging local connections can boost place-based giving. Many donors are motivated by to causes that directly impact their communities. ⭐ With 55% of respondents believing that most charities are trustworthy and many planning to maintain or increase their donations, there’s a clear opportunity to foster stronger connections with your supporters. ⭐ Donors often discover and choose to support charities through personal experiences (32%) or stories from friends and family (28%). Dive deeper into these trends and discover how they can inform your strategies in the latest blog by Laura Yonish, our Client Experience Lead for Charities and Individuals: https://brnw.ch/21wJzNx #Charities #Philanthropy #CharitySupport #Fundraising

🌟Make a Difference with GlobalConnect! 🌟 Did you know that by partnering with us, your organization can make a significant impact on local charities without changing your associates purchasing habits? We're proud to partner with over 500 charities across North America. Through our innovative programs, we've donated more than $1 million to support local communities. Here's how your organization can contribute: - By utilizing our programs, your associates can support local charities simply by continuing their regular purchasing habits. - With each purchase, 1.5% of the proceeds goes directly to our partner charities, making a tangible difference in the lives of those in need. Join us in our mission to give back and create positive change in communities across North America. Together, we can make a difference! Contact us today to learn more about how your organization can contribute to local charities through our programs. https://hubs.li/Q02nX2vW0 #CorporateSocialResponsibility #CommunityImpact #CharitableGiving #LocalCharities #MakingADifference #PartnershipsThatMatter

Join Us in Defeating Hunger! 🍲💪 Poverty is a real struggle for many families in Sandwell, and the current cost of living crisis has made it even harder. At 4 Community Trust, we're on a mission to make a difference, and we need your support! 🌟 🍎Feeding Young Minds: Every day, we ensure that the children in our clubs enjoy a warm, hearty meal! 🍝 ✨Your Heartfelt Support: This effort, while rewarding, does come at a cost, and that's where you come in! As a Community Interest Company (CIC), we rely on your generous support to keep this lifeline going. 💖 Make a Difference: Your donations through our Local Giving Page mean the world to us! Anything you can give helps us extend our service to more families during this challenging time of the year 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eF3r64zV A £5 donation provides meals for 3 children at our holiday clubs. Calling all businesses with a heart for the community! If you're ready to make a significant impact, consider sponsoring meals or reaching out for a sponsorship discussion. Your generosity can shine in front of our social media audience and the entire Sandwell community! Let's stand together against hunger. Click to donate now or discuss sponsorship opportunities! Or if you'd like to discuss a sponsorship, contact us now: ☎️ 0121 752 5969 📨 [email protected] #charity #donations #support #fundraising #fundraiser #sponsor #sponsorship

Navigating Challenges in Small Charities - how are you supporting your community? At The Oxygen Works, we are facing unprecedented challenges due to the increasing demand for our services, rising costs, and reduced donations. Small charities like ours are under significant pressure to meet the growing needs of our community while managing financial constraints. We subsidise essential services such as HBOT, Theraplate, Physio, and wellbeing groups by over 50%, making it difficult to offer additional financial support. The financial landscape has made it hard for individuals to donate, yet the need for our services has never been greater. Our Oxygen Therapy Wellbeing Fund is one avenue of support, but maintaining it is becoming increasingly challenging. Support from communities and businesses to support small charities has arguably never been greater. "The Guide to Grants for Individuals in Need 2024/25" from Directory of Social Change (a copy of which is available at our centre), is an invaluable resource which lists charities offering nearly £376 million in grants, providing much-needed support to individuals. Together, we can make a difference, this I believe to be true. But I am also not sure whether it has ever felt more challenging than it does at the moment? Nevertheless, we continue to draw on the creativity, agility and resilience of our teams and supporters to find new ways of rising to the challenges ahead. #TheOxygenWorks #NowBreathe #CharitySupport #CommunityCare #NonProfitChallenges #FinancialSupport #SupportSmallCharities #HighlandCharity #ScottishCharity

Do you want to support us in our mission to help domestic abuse survivors, but you’re not sure how? Then consider throwing a bake sale fundraiser! Why not organise one in your home, at the office, at your child's school, at church or at a community event and help us raise critical funds? As a small charity, every penny counts, and we desperately need your help to continue our work supporting those who need it most. Pick a day and time. Create a gofundme page for either you or your invitees to donate to before or after the event. Make sure you select Rebuilding Lives UK. Choose a fundraising goal. And send off your invites to get people to come! Still feeling unsure about what to do? Don’t worry! If you follow the link in our bio, we have loads of tips on our website, all of which you can find under the titles Can You Help? - Fundraising Challenges. #domesticabusecharity #rebuildinglivesuk #charityfundraising #bakesale #ukcharity #domesticviolencesupport #fundraising #makeadifferencetoday #supportneeded

It's Small Charity Week, and the fact is, many of us in the UK believe our government should do more to back small charities. With the cost-of-living crisis worsening, over a quarter of us turn to these organisations for weekly support, highlighting their critical role in our communities. 🌟 NCVO's latest insights reveal disturbing trends: a significant portion of our population relies on small charities as the last resort for essential services. They're not just nice-to-have; for many, they are a necessity. 🏥💚 Everyone can contribute. Consider donating or volunteering - it's time to simplify the process and amplify our impact. These charities are at the heart of fighting loneliness and building community bonds, but they need our reinforcement to keep doing their vital work. 🤝 Want to make a difference? Connect with P4 Recruitment. We value the profound impact small charities have and strive to support their mission. Join the conversation and discuss how we can empower these local heroes. Reach out at www.p4recruitment.co.uk 📩 Let's make a tangible change! #SmallCharities #CommunitySupport #NCVO #togetherwecan

🌟Explore the latest edition of Haines Watts Charity News - Spring 2024 🌈Delve into insightful articles, success stories, and valuable resources tailored for the nonprofit sector. From fundraising strategies to regulatory updates, this issue covers essential topics to help charities thrive in today's ever-changing landscape. 🕊️Stay informed, inspired, and empowered to make a difference with Haines Watts Charity News. https://lnkd.in/ea8a3A4m #NonprofitSector #CharityNews #HainesWatts"

🌟Explore the latest edition of Haines Watts Charity News - Spring 2024 🌈Delve into insightful articles, success stories, and valuable resources tailored for the nonprofit sector. From fundraising strategies to regulatory updates, this issue covers essential topics to help charities thrive in today's ever-changing landscape. 🕊️Stay informed, inspired, and empowered to make a difference with Haines Watts Charity News. https://lnkd.in/ea8a3A4m #NonprofitSector #CharityNews #HainesWatts"