Highlighted stories

The Female Leadership Gap in Fundraising: What can we do?

28th April, 2020 | By Frances Campbell

The Institute of Fundraising’s latest report ‘Missing Out: Understanding the female leadership gap in fundraising’ provides detail on how gender is affecting the ability of women to reach the top jobs.

Topics: 
Culture change

State of the Sector 2020: what should we be aiming for?

19th May, 2020 | By Naomi Chapman

Cause4 reflects on NPC's State of the Sector report 2020 and considers what the charity sector should be aiming for in the next report. 

Ben Wilson writes for Cricket World on amateur cricket and Covid-19

3rd July, 2020 | By Ben Wilson

Ben Wilson joins forces with Dr. Steve Greenfield (Professor of Sports Law & Practice, Westminster Law School) to reflect on the state of amateur cricket, and how Covid-19 might be the very catalyst for change across the recreational game.

 

Pick of the Month - July 2020

3rd July, 2020 | By Naomi Chapman

Welcome to July’s Pick of the Month, which features changemakers from across the charity sector. As lockdown eases for many organisations nationally, the effect of Covid-19 is by no means over for charities and social enterprises. The resilience organisations have shown over the last few months has been astounding, and we will continue to do all we can to support organisations going forwards. Please do get in touch for a free Power Hour if your organisation needs governance or fundraising guidance at this time. 

 

Shared concerns: lessons from Cause4 Power Hours

30th June, 2020 | By Naomi Chapman

In March, Cause4 and Arts Fundraising & Philanthropy released a new Emergency Power Hour initiative, offering free one-hour sessions to organisations in crisis due to Covid-19. These sessions allow charities to talk through their fundraising or governance concerns with an expert consultant, and to receive advice, guidance and support.

Amanda Parker writes for Civil Society

29th June, 2020 | By Amanda Parker

Cause4's Diversity and Inclusion Lead writes for Civil Society on how to embed diversity and inclusion in fundraising. 

Topics: 
Fundraising strategy

Why charity partnership is more important than ever

25th June, 2020 | By Niloufar Abhari

Given the unique challenges facing the charity sector today, from dealing with a global pandemic to addressing racial inequality, partnerships between charities is critical. 

Topics: 
Partnership development

Ben Wilson writes for UK Footie on Amateur Sports Clubs and Covid-19

23rd June, 2020 | By Ben Wilson

Ben Wilson writes for UK Footie on the importance of Amateur Sports Clubs having a good post-Covid-19 strategy.

Ben Wilson writes for Cricket World on fundraising strategy

8th June, 2020 | By Ben Wilson

Ben Wilson writes for Cricket World about grassroots cricket's need for a good post-Covid-19 strategy.

Pick of the Month – June 2020

1st June, 2020 | By Naomi Chapman

Cause4 rounds up individuals from across the charity sector doing exciting work this June.

Developing a Strong Case for Support – Improve the Efficacy of your Fundraising

28th May, 2020 | By Nye Greenfield

The Case for Support is one of the most important documents for your organisation's fundraising activities. Here a number of tips for creating a document that grabs the attention of funders.

What do arts organisations need from their Trustees in times of crisis?

20th May, 2020 | By Frances Campbell

How can Trustees best support organisations moving through crisis? Cause4 argues that Trustees are a vital component to survival, now and into the future. 

Topics: 
Governance and Trustees