‘Every day counts’ as charities still wait for government support

Charities across the country are facing imminent collapse as fundraising income dries up, charity leaders warned today. Charities have been in conversation with the government about a package of support for the charity sector, but warned today that without an urgent injection of money many charities of all sizes would start to close their doors as soon as next week. With charity shops closed and fundraising events and activity cancelled, reserves depleted and demand for services increasing, charities are having to make immediate decisions about their financial viability.  Charity sector…

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Institute of Fundraising granted a Royal Charter

The Institute of Fundraising has announced that Her Majesty The Queen approved an Order granting a Royal Charter to the Institute of Fundraising. In a meeting of the Privy Council held on Wednesday 12th February 2020, Her Majesty The Queen approved an Order granting a Royal Charter to the Institute of Fundraising. The Royal Charter does not take legal effect until the Royal seal is attached, which is expected to happen within the next few months.   This is a significant step for the Institute and the fundraising community, embedding professional…

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IoF to formally apply for Chartered status

The IoF has been granted permission by the Privy Council to apply for Chartered status. The IoF is delighted to confirm that the Privy Council has granted permission for us to formally apply for Chartered status and continue our Chartered journey. This is the next step in a long-term plan for the IoF, which has, for the last 6 years, had a strategic objective, based on consultations with our members, to become a Chartered Institute. The new status, if granted, will raise the profile and status of fundraising, promoting it…

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IoF partners with Rapidata to advance innovation in charity payments

The Institute of Fundraising is proud to announce a new partnership with Rapidata, channeling insights about the latest developments in payment technology to the sector. The IoF, the membership organisation for UK fundraisers, has today announced a new partnership with Rapidata, part of the Access Group, to promote and inspire payment innovation in the fundraising sector. As the IoF’s Payments Partner, Rapidata will provide support for charities through a period of rapid change in payment culture, highlighting technological developments that could improve the donation experience, changing the way charities accept…

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IoF Announces New Awards As National Fundraising Awards Open Entries For 2019

The Institute of Fundraising has opened entries for the 2019 National Fundraising Awards and revealed four exciting new awards that celebrate the incredible fundraising from the last year. Now in its 29th year, the National Fundraising Awards is the only award ceremony of its kind that recognises and rewards fundraising excellence across the charity sector. The 2019 Awards will see the introduction of four new awards that will highlight and celebrate diversity and excellence across the fundraising community. The winners will be announced at a glittering ceremony held at the…

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