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Hello, I'm trying to work out if we're paying the 'going rate' for our bookkeeper and I wondered if people would be happy to share how much they're paying for theirs? We're based in the south-east (n...
Hi there, I recently started working for a small charity as their fundraiser. I am starting from scratch in many ways (they don't have any form of contact database) we use just giving as the donation...
Hi all, A small charity I volunteer with is looking for a low-cost (or free) CRM solution to help us manage relationships with the people we support, as well as track our interactions and support act...
Hi all, We are looking at implementing a CRM system in 2026. I've been doing some heavy research into this, but wondering if anyone has direct experience with Dynamic 365? We're just about to migrat...
Hello all We are finding that some of our supporters are not engaging with emails. Which platforms do you all use to engage with your supporters? We are on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn etc, but wond...
The Policy team at RSPB is on the lookout for a conference room or event space that can comfortably hold around 90 people for a gathering on March 3rd and 4th. If you know of anywhere (ideally not to...
This question is from a member of our community that wishes to remain anonymous: We are looking at reviewing our pension scheme (looking at better providers, offering salary sacrifice, etc) and woul...
Hello everyone, researching new social media platforms. We use five currently, but each has its drawbacks. I would be very interested on your views, e.g. we really like the ability to schedule posts,...
This question is from a member of our community that wishes to remain anonymous: I am a trustee of a dog rescue charity, I am really looking for advice on difficulties the charity is facing currentl...
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This question is from a member of our community that wishes to remain anonymous: Does anybody have experience acting as a fundraising agent for an organisation based in Africa or any other part of t...
I am Hon Sec of The Institute of Psychosexual Medicine and we wish to promote what we do more effectively. Can anyone suggest a marketing agency that has experience with charities working in sexual h...
Hello everyone hoping someone can help. I started a charity at the beginning of this year - it's a charitable incorporated organisation and I run it from home and therefore don't have an actual premi...
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This question is from a member of our community that wishes to remain anonymous: I am the founder, volunteer CEO and trustee of a charity that has been working for five years and has been formally r...
Hi All, As stated in the title, I'm currently working on an awards for all application in order to hire an extra member of staff which we desperately need (it's just me at the moment working on commu...
This question is from a member of our community that wishes to remain anonymous: Looking for some governance advice! We are a small charity who run a community centre from the building that the loca...
We are (hopefully) about to invest in a Corporate Fundraising Manager, the first time my charity will have employed someone in this specific role, and I would welcome insight from other charities who...
Could someone please help a passionate newcomer find the way to secure funding for transforming our Community Charity Shop? I'm feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to begin—everywhere I turn, the f...
Hi everyone! I work as a Dementia Activities Coordinator with a small charity in Southeast London. We run an art group for people living with dementia and their carers. We're thinking about selling c...
Hopefully someone can answer this? Gov.uk are emailing to say company directors and people with significant control (PSCs) to verify their identity under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency...
Hi All, Our branch of RSPCA has been chosen by our local Ford dealer for their Drive 4UR Community. I just wondered if anyone has done it and if you have was it successful and what worked well to pro...
We are a uk registered charity and have been rehoming successfully on Facebook for four years now. However we have had our Facebook group taken down because we were selling dogs! I posted up a video...
I am very confused about charities paying tax on dividend received before 6th April 2016. What about dividend received after 6th April 2016, for example dividend received in 2022 and 2023. Do they pa...
This question is from a member of our community that wishes to remain anonymous: What is the process for a current Trustee to apply for the newly vacant CEO role? Is it a good idea, especially when...
If a member or Officer at our CASC has been the victim of a combination of some or all of bullying, harassment, lack of respect, unjustified criticism or intimidation by another member then, in addit...
Hello, I will shortly be applying for a Capital Funding grant to provide a group workshop and basic amenities, toilets and kitchen. One of the funders requirements is to submit an Impact Assessment m...
This question is from a member of our community that wishes to remain anonymous: Has anyone used the new event fundraising platform Fundeey?
Hi I'm a treasurer of a tiny Community Orchard (not FAVOR UK) , we have just set up and are doing the rounds trying to get a bank account set up. in the interim, we need to be fundraising. I wonder...
Hi We are a very small charity in Hackney (less than £25k income) so we are not obliged to have audited accounts and so far have managed to do our own. However, we are now getting to the stage of gra...
