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Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 1h

The clock is ticking to get your ideas for sessions in for #CIOFFC 2026!

There’s only 3 days left to submit your ideas. Your experience, research and ideas can help shape fundraising across the sector.

Watch the highlights from 2025: #[bit.ly/4nmu3Rs

Submit: #[bit.ly/3Xpj5hV

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 1d

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the near-constant noise about AI and how it might impact your work?

Our research report from Ceri Edwards and Dr Marta Herrero looks in detail at how fundraisers like you are currently approaching AI.

Download the report: bit.ly/4jD8s3Y

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 2d

Does everything feel like a priority, yet there’s never enough time to think or do it all?

In this video, Sarah Tite asks these questions that so many of us recognise — which is exactly why we’ve teamed up with Sarah and a team to create a new programme.

Find out more: #[bit.ly/4gSIN7L

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Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 3d

The updated Code of Fundraising Practice is just weeks away from its formal implementation. Our Director of Policy and Communications, outlines our engagement work with members and the Fundraising Regulator, and shares how to prepare for the new Code’s implementation: #[bit.ly/4gRXckr

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 6d

Our Call for Papers closes 17.00 on Sunday 12 October, and we want to make sure that we hear from voices at every level.

Tracy Calcraft, Chair of Convention Board, explains in this blog what the Board will be looking for when reviewing submissions: #[bit.ly/3KhFASX

Submit: #[bit.ly/3Xpj5hV

Photo of Tracy Calcraft, Chair of our Convention Board. Accompanied by a Quote From her Blog. Says: We want delegates to leave the event with key takeaways, ideas and inspiration!Often, it’s the simplest of ideas as well – that sometimes when busy workloads take over, may have slipped off our plans.

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Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 7d

Charities: your lottery players might also be your legacy donors. At National Trust for Scotland, legacy pledgers were 6x more likely to have played the charity’s lottery compared to their overall supporter base.

Find out more: bit.ly/41yggOk

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Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 8d

The Fundraising Regulator is hosting a free webinar, on 15 October, to help you with the upcoming changes to the Code of Fundraising Pracice.

From 1 November 2025, the new Code will come into effect, so it’s vital charities you are clued up on the changes.

Register here: #[bit.ly/42l8esF

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 8d

The most engaged fundraisers never stopped learning. From new digital tools to donor behaviours, continuous learning keeps you ahead. This #LearningAndDevelopmentMonth, commit to making learning a habit.

Read Vicki's insights on lifelong learning: #[bit.ly/41XbyKp

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 10d

We want to showcase the talent of those who joined the fundraising sector in the last 2 years!

For successful applicants, we'll pair you with a mentor who will help you shape your idea and develop it into a five-minute presentation to deliver at #CIOFFC.

More info: #[bit.ly/3MWlHin

Fundraising Convention 2026. Are You The Next Rising Star? Apply Now.

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 13d

As we embark on our ambitious ten-year strategy, we’re recruiting passionate individuals to help transforms the landscape of fundraising across the UK.

We are seeking members for two key committees. Learn more: #[bit.ly/4gE9QDN

Chartered Institute Of Fundraising Committee Recruitment Poster Announcing Openings For Finance People And Resources Committee And Governance Committee With Expressions Of Interest Due By 17.00 Monday 6 October 2025.

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 14d

Our autumn training calendar has over 25+ training opportunities for fundraisers to..

💡 Build practical skills
📈 Grow strategic expertise
✍️ Advance knowledge in key themes

Explore all upcoming courses in October and November here: #[bit.ly/4fVgzYc

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 15d

There’s less than 3 weeks left to submit your session ideas for Fundraising Convention 2026!

Get inspired by #CIOFFC 2025 highlights and imagine the sessions you could lead in 2026: #[bit.ly/4nmu3Rs

Submit your idea: bit.ly/3Xpj5hV

Fundraising Convention 2026. Call for Papers. Apply Now.

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Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 16d

Marie McQuade and Paul Stein have a breakthrough fundraising model helping charities build investment-style cases, run multi-year campaigns, and engage senior volunteers.

Read about the results and watch the session from Fundraising Convention here: #[bit.ly/46X8oJM

Photo of Volunteers. Text Says: Breakthrough Fundraising. How senior HNW volunteers can transform charity growth.

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 20d

We’re excited to say a huge WELCOME to over 100 new members last month - including 75+ passionate fundraisers and 20+ organisational members and corporate partners.

Together, we’re building a community dedicated to a lifetime of impact, a career in fundraising.

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 22d

Did you know 1M+ people aged 55+ play Candy Crush? Games like this can be powerful spaces to engage older donors.

In this new resource Nathalie Ormrod and Lizi Zipser reveal why digital fundraising with older donors is a huge untapped opportunity 👉 #[bit.ly/4gjFXZm

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Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 23d

Reliable benchmarking is invaluable for fundraisers navigating today’s challenges.

The 2025 Benchmarking Report, produced in partnership with AAW, shows how charities are investing, their ROI, performance and growth.

👉 Read the key findings: bit.ly/3I5VOxV

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 23d

Meet our Remember A Charity team!

They inspire more people to leave a gift in their Will and support charities to grow legacy giving. Each year, they lead #RememberACharityWeek and provide tools, insights, and advice to strengthen legacy fundraising.

Get to Know Our Remember A Charity Team.

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Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 24d

The 2026 #NationalFundraisingAwards nominations are open!

With 12 categories to choose from, entries are completely FREE and you can submit nominations in more than one category.

👉 Nominate before 23:59, Monday 15 December 2025: bit.ly/47D0Z2O

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 27d

There's only 1 month to go until call for papers for #CIOFFC 2026 closes!

If you’ve got ideas, insights or innovations to share, we want to hear from you! Sessions are 45 minutes, and we welcome all formats and levels of creativity.

Submit your idea: #[bit.ly/3Xpj5hV

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 27d

Fundraising is evolving, and fundraisers need the skills to keep up. Our qualifications are designed to make that possible.

Our research-backed qualifications offer insight, professional recognition, and flexible learning.

Explore our qualifications: bit.ly/4jZpsl8

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 28d

Will you be remembered for supporting the causes you love? This #RememberACharityWeek, we’re joining our partners @rememberacharity.bsky.social to say #thanksto all those who include a gift to charity in their Will.

Find out how you can make a difference at rememberacharity.org.uk

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Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 29d

Whether you’re new to fundraising or looking to refresh the basics, the Fundraising Essentials Collection has you covered. From law and governance to donor insight, guides and templates, it gives you tools to grow your knowledge and impact.

Access here: bit.ly/4nl3TOg

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · Sep 9

Spend a day immersed in ideas, strategies and conversations shaping the future of Legacy and In-Memory giving at our Legacy and In-Memory Conference in November.
✅ Growth pathways
✅ Data insights
✅ Inspiring supporters
...and more!
Book now: #[bit.ly/45tWAfD

Photo of a Group Of People Attending A Conference. Text Reads “Legacy And In Memory Conference, 15Hatfields London, 20 November 2025” With A Purple Ticket Icon And “Book Now” Badge.

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · Sep 8

Join THINK for a practical webinar tomorrow designed to help you maximise your conference experience. You’ll walk away with actionable insights that ensure your time delivers real value for you and your organisation.

Bookings close at 17.00 today! 👉 bit.ly/46iUW26

Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · Sep 8

This #RememberACharityWeek, we’re proud to join @rememberacharity.bsky.social in saying #thanksto everyone who chooses to support a cause they care about by leaving a gift to charity in their Will.

earn more: www.rememberacharity.org.uk/week

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