Tag: Chartered Institute of Fundraising

CIOF update on Fundraising Convention which took place for the last time but introduces its new plans

Stuart Mitchell

This year’s Fundraising Convention was something truly special. The CIOF Fundraising Convention 2026 took place on the 4 and 5 June, and this year’s programme was the best yet, with 80 sessions across 9 tracks, more than 150 speakers and 20 exhibitors. What comes next… Direct from the CIOF Fundraising is evolving. As the world changes, we’ve been listening to our members, sponsors, delegates and the wider sector, and it’s clear that the current climate is challenging. For some, a single large flagship event no longer fits their way of working…

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CIOF calls for charities to sign Donor Code of Conduct pledge.

Stuart Mitchell

The Chartered Institute of Fundraising, along with Rogare – the Fundraising Think Tank, has today called on charities across the UK to sign a pledge committing to develop and implement a Donor Code of Conduct that will safeguard fundraisers from inappropriate donor or supporter behaviour. This comes after more than half of surveyed fundraisers reported having experienced behaviour by a donor or supporter that made them feel physically or mentally unsafe.  Earlier this year, the CIOF and Rogare asked fundraisers to anonymously submit their views and experiences of inappropriate behaviour…

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Chartered Institute of Fundraising launches updated guidance to strengthen face-to-face fundraising

Stuart Mitchell

The Chartered Institute of Fundraising (CIOF) has unveiled new guidance aimed at strengthening best practice and accountability in face-to-face fundraising across the sector. Responding to sector challenges and evolving fundraising practices, and in the wake of the Fundraising Regulator’s Market Inquiry into sub-contracting in face-to-face fundraising, the guidance sets out clear expectations for charities and fundraising agencies, with new sections covering sub-contracting arrangements, safeguarding of fundraisers, transparent job advertising and robust due diligence. The updated framework – which is the first major revision to this guidance since 2016 – provides…

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National Fundraising Awards 2025 Winners Announced

Stuart Mitchell

The winners of the National Fundraising Awards 2025 were revealed last month at a glittering ceremony in London’s QEII centre. The awards, recognising excellence and best practice, provide a platform to showcase fundraisers and their incredible work in the charity sector. Hosted by comedian Paul Sinha for the second year running, fundraisers, charities, fundraising campaigns and charity partnerships were celebrated across 12 categories. The winners are: Fundraising Campaign of the Year, sponsored by the Production Hub – The Big 180 campaign: Prostate Cancer UK, Paddy Power, and the Professional Darts Corporation.…

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Soft opt-in exemption for email marketing to be extended to UK charities

Stuart Mitchell

The soft opt-in exemption was adopted as an amendment to the Data (Use & Access) Bill by the UK government in January. The UK’s DMA, backed by 19 charities, wrote to the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology on behalf of its members last November, asking for soft opt-in to be extended to charities in the current Bill. Analysis referenced in the letter has estimated that this could lead to an extra £290 million in annual donations for UK charities. EFA member the Chartered Institute of Fundraising (CIOF)…

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