Articles: Fundraising

Misunderstanding the Mob

There is a truly lovely underlying concept behind Hopemob but it seems to misunderstand a key part of human nature...

Posted on 6th November 2012, by rogueowlet, under Fundraising

Why the voluntary sector can't hold out against peer review

Public demand for peer-rated sites has never been greater and aligns with the opinion that charities should be transparent.

Posted on 19th March 2012, by Nick Torday, under Charity landscape, Fundraising, Innovation, Opinion

The rise of microloans: a different approach to charity

Any charity thinking that they can simply breeze into the world of microloans, aided by the ease with which digital technology links supporters with those in need, is foolhardy

Posted on 28th September 2010, by Deniz, under Emarketing, Fundraising, Innovation

Donations – let the people pay!

User experience expert Ronnie critiques the key do’s and dont’s for improving website usability for your donors.

Posted on 20th May 2010, by Ronnie, under Fundraising, Opinion

Assorted reflections on completing the 2010 London Marathon

Because It’s Good contributor Ewan shares his experiences of running the marathon, from plumbing the depths of exhausted despair to the essential kindness of everyone involved.

Posted on 6th May 2010, by Ewan, under Fundraising, Opinion