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What daffodils taught me about fundraising

19th April, 2021 | By Edward Drew

Of all the things daffodils could possibly teach someone, you’d think fundraising is pretty unlikely. But on a cold February evening in 2019, four strangers and I at the Charity Fast-Track bootcamp in London were given a £1 coin and challenged to turn it into something much, much more.  

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Fundraising & philanthropy

Pick of the Month - March 2025

28th February, 2025 | By Bryony Salmon

Welcome to March’s Pick of the Month! This month, we are thrilled to highlight individuals making significant strides in the charity sector. From innovative social entrepreneurs to dedicated charity leaders, their stories exemplify resilience, creativity and a profound commitment to positive change. Join us as we delve into their journeys, explore the challenges they’ve overcome and celebrate the impactful work they’re doing in communities across the UK.   

Common Goal - The 1% are giving 1%.

24th September, 2019 | By Nye Greenfield

Common Goal is an initiative which redistributes footballers' wages to enhance social development. But how does it work? Who supports it? And is it having a real impact?

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Fundraising & philanthropy

Pick of the Month - September 2019

4th September, 2019 | By Naomi Chapman

September brings a 'back to school' feeling - and this round up showcases four individuals in the third sector that will inspire you to get stuck back in to work. 

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Current interest

Cause4 featured in Acquisition International Magazine

29th August, 2019 | By Naomi Chapman

Cause4 is a social enterprise and one of the first certified B-Corporations in the UK. Recently, we profiled the firm to discover more about the extraordinary services the team consistently provides to ensure that the desired outcome is achieved.

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Support and advice

Cause4 responds to #charitysowhite

27th August, 2019 | By Naomi Chapman

Cause4 responds to the trending of #charitysowhite last week, and reflects on diversity in the charity industry.

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Support and advice

Pick of the Month - August 2019

1st August, 2019 | By Cause4 staff

It's a new month and the Cause4 team are excited to introduce another four inspiring individuals that are guiding the way in charity leadership, social entrepreneurship, Trusteeship and Arts Fundraising. Read on to meet our pick of the month for August. 

Cause4’s response to: The UK Civil Society Almanac 2019 Report

15th July, 2019 | By Cause4 staff

The UK Civil Society Almanac Reports, released by the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO), is a crucial source of data that has been providing insights into developments in the voluntary sector since 1996.

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Current interest

Pick of the Month - July 2019

12th July, 2019 | By Poppy Facer

Over half way through the year already - where has the time gone? We continue to be amazed by the exceptional Charity Leaders, Entrepreneurs, Trustees and Arts Fundraising and Philanthropy Fellows, here is our pick for July.

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Current interest

The 2019 Charity Digital Skills Report highlights urgent need to develop tech-savvy Boards

20th June, 2019 | By Poppy Facer

For three years now, the Skills Platform, in partnership with Zoe Amar Digital has released a national report to assess digital competence across the charity sector. This year's survey received 540 responses from charities with income ranging from below £10,000 to above £10million and disappointingly, several key points measured demonstrated very limited progress or a decline in overall digital skills and preparedness.

Cause4's Pick of the Month June 2019

4th June, 2019 | By Cause4 staff

As we approach summer and the longest day of the year this month, we can’t believe quite how fast this year has gone – or the 10 years that led up to our birthday party in May! In our spirit of Sharism, check out our favourite Charity Leader, Entrepreneur, Trustee and Arts Fundraising and Philanthropy Fellow of the Month for June! 

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Programme design & innovation

Cause4’s Pick of the Month May 2019

3rd May, 2019 | By Cause4 staff

May is an exciting month for us here at Cause4 – and not just because Spring is here! This month, our acclaimed Trustee Leadership Programme will be starting for 2019, while we also celebrate our 10th Birthday; a whole decade of delivering dynamic change for social good! We haven’t forgotten about our favourite Social Entrepreneur, Charity Leader, Trustee and Arts Fundraising and Philanthropy Fellow of the Month, however – and we are delighted to showcase them here! 

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Programme design & innovation

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