Where is the value in subscription box fundraising?
Over the last few years, there's been a huge growth in commercial subscription box schemes. Most work…
A guide to fundraising on the back of a postcard
A few weeks ago, I was reading BARB's 2018's Viewing Report and saw a mention of Harold…
How do donors manage their philanthropic budgets?
For much of the past decade, UK fundraisers have worked in a market that has struggled to…
What is your favourite fundraising book?
Today is World Book Day. Which is rather appropriate timing to ask you for some book related…
We have reached peak regular giving. So what next?
One of the things that has become apparent in Bluefrog’s ongoing qualitative research is a growing sense…
She is not your donor. You are one of her charities.
This slide appeared in my recent presentation at the AFP international fundraising conference on Bluefrog's research into…
The Fundraising Ecosystem
I’ve now completed the analysis of Bluefrog Fundraising’s qualitative research into the opinions of donors regarding the safeguarding…
How to avoid the misuse of emotion in fundraising
Earlier this year I wrote one of my longest ever opinion pieces on fundraising. It's on…
Heritage branding. A great opportunity for charities.
Here’s my prediction for charity brands over the next few years. They will go back to their…
Change the future of fundraising by sharing your best practice
I’m currently working with Ken Burnett who has asked me to identify the best global fundraising practice…
The fundraising paradox
Keep your communications in the purple zone and you won't go far wrong.
The fundraising decision making flow chart
At the heart of any fundraising programme lies a plan. That plan identifies an audience, details what…
The Essentials
Crack the Code to Regular Giving: Insights, Strategies, and a Special Giveaway!
‘Tis Halloween. Keep to the light and beware the Four Fundraisers of the Apocalypse!
Why do people give? The Donor Participation Project with Louis Diez.
A guide to fundraising on the back of a postcard
What does the latest research tell us about the state of fundraising?