Tag Archives: Comic Relief

No money? Here’s how you can still make a difference to charity in a recession

Posted on April 5, 2012 by

This article first appeared in the Daily Mail Online. In a recession, more people turn to charities for support, precisely when donations are harder for charities to find. But there are tricks we can all use to make our donations … Continue reading →

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Should You Donate to Sport Relief?

Posted on March 23, 2012 by

This article first appeared in Huffington Post This weekend, Sport Relief is running masses of activities this weekend to raise money for charity. But not all charities are the same. So is Sport Relief a good one?  Yes. Before we get into … Continue reading →

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Cheryl Cole Foundation: The most important 3 words

Posted on January 31, 2012 by

It’s off to a great start. But trouble ahead? Here’s what it should do. In its first year, Cheryl Cole’s Foundation is teaming up with the Prince’s Trust. Good. New donors almost always do well to partner with existing donors and existing charities. … Continue reading →

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Nine reasons why Red Nose Day is brilliant and deserves your money(!)

Posted on January 28, 2012 by

An independent view of Comic Relief & Red Nose Day In short, because they’re very impressive and focused, and do a lot more with your money than you could. What are their goals?   Well, notice first that they have goals. They’re not … Continue reading →

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