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Tag Archives: donor
Of course we don’t discuss charitable giving: there’s no decent term for it
Language shapes how we think. No clear language: no clear thinking What is this thing that we do? “Deploying money, time and other resources to achieve positive social and environmental change”. A snappy phrase, don’t you think?? I’ve been talking … Continue reading
Posted in Effective giving, Fundraising
Tagged charity, donation, donor, giving, giving circles, language
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Nine reasons why Red Nose Day is brilliant and deserves your money(!)
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
Posted in Fundraising, Great charities
Tagged celebrity, charity, Comic Relief, donation, donor, Fund-raising, Fundraising, giving, philanthropy, Red Nose Day
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Charitable gifts for the Royal Wedding: analysis of the plan
Prince William &Kate Middleton are asking for donations to a set of charities, rather than wedding gifts. Here’s my analysis of their plan. Good idea For sure the couple don’t need any towels from John Lewis. And since charities’ income falls … Continue reading
Why don’t we talk about giving?
“I gave some money to a charity the other day, and it was just wonderful. Apparently, my donation helped them to [do something amazing]. I’m so proud and happy.” Do you ever have conversations like this? I don’t. I realised … Continue reading
Posted in Donor behaviour & giving stats, Fundraising
Tagged charity, donor, giving, giving circles, group philanthropy, philanthropy
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Charity credit cards: generate 33 x as much for charity anyway!
Lloyds TSB is withdrawing its charity credit cards. Actually this doesn’t matter because you can actually generate MORE money for charities through your credit card. Here’s how: 1. Get a credit card which gives you cash-back on your purchases. The … Continue reading
Posted in Admin costs, Fundraising
Tagged bank, charity, credit card, donation, donor, gift aid, giving
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