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Let's Talk Fundraising

Chartered Institute of Fundraising 11 Episodes Jun 30, 2026

Let’s Talk Fundraising is the official podcast of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, a UK-based charity that champions careers in fundraising. Hosted monthly by Tim Beynon with a rotating co-host, the show explores issues, ideas, and debates shaping fundraising today. Episodes cover sector news, ethics, wellbeing, leadership, and best practice, featuring insights from fundraisers and experts across the UK. It offers practical insight and thoughtful discussion for fundraisers, charity leaders, and anyone interested in how fundraising supports charitable work.

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Inside Fundraising Convention 2026 - From insightful benchmarking to transformative coaching Jun 30, 2026 4852 Let's Talk Fundraising, the official podcast from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, comes to you this month live from Fundraising Convention 2026 at the QEII Centre in London. Host Tim Beynon spent two days at the UK's biggest gathering of third sector fundraising professionals, capturing conversations with the people shaping the future of fundraising, from experts and sector leader

Small charities, donor joy and fundraising readiness - with Emma-Louise Singh and Emma Low, Nova Fundraising May 26, 2026 4144 Small charities make up around 96% of the UK charity sector, but despite their scale and impact, they can often feel overlooked in wider sector conversations.In this episode of Let’s Talk Fundraising, Tim Beynon is joined by guest co-host Rob Cope, Executive Director of Membership and Operations at CIOF, to explore the realities of fundraising in small charities ahead of Small Charity Wee

Putting your professional development first - with Dr Mark Hughes and Claire Routley Apr 28, 2026 4003 Personal development and 'soft skills' take centre stage in this fourth episode of Let’s Talk Fundraising, the official podcast from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, the charity that champions a lifetime of impact, a career in fundraising.Host Tim Beynon is joined by guest co-host Charlotte Sherman, Policy Manager at the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, along with Claire Routley

Women in leadership - with Anna Lord and Monwara Ali Mar 31, 2026 3637 Women in leadership takes centre stage in this third episode of Let's Talk Fundraising, the official podcast from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising - the charity that champions a lifetime of impact, a career in fundraising.Host Tim Beynon is joined by guest co-host Claire Stanley - Director of Policy and Communications at the Chartered Institute of Fundraising - for an honest and at

Fundraiser safety and the donor code of conduct - with Antonia Brownlee Feb 24, 2026 2643 Fundraiser safety takes centre stage in this crucial second episode of Let's Talk Fundraising, the official podcast from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising - the charity that champions a lifetime of impact, a career in fundraising.Host Tim Beynon is joined by guest co-host Damian Chapman - Chartered Institute of Fundraising trustee, founder of Fundraiser in the Room, and chair of ROGA

Why fundraiser wellbeing can’t wait - with Alan Clayton Jan 27, 2026 2926 Fundraiser wellbeing sits at the heart of this very first episode of Let’s Talk Fundraising, the official podcast from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising - the charity that champions a lifetime of impact, a career in fundraising.Regular host Tim Beynon and guest co-host Harpreet Kondel - Chair of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising - are joined by Alan Clayton, Chair of Revolutioni

Mentoring & Supporting Fundraisers Through Their Careers Apr 11, 2023 2887 In our fifth conversation in this series of Chartered Institute Podcast focusing on 'A Lifetime of Impact, a Career in Fundraising' we were joined by, Samir Savant, a CEO fundraiser at St George's, Bristol; Elvira Morrison, Director of Fundraising & Communications at The Maudsley Charity; Daryl Upsall, President of Daryl Upsall International and Emma Low of Nova Fundraising. In this c

The Life of a Fundraiser Mar 28, 2023 2415 Paul McKenzie, Director of Engagement at Teenage Cancer Trust joins Anne Hughes for a conversation about his 20+ year career in Fundraising. How did it all begin; what inspired and motivated him on his journey; what it's like being a Director? Paul also shares his thoughts on recruitment; team building; EDI; wellbeing; and what changes he considers could be ahead for our fundraising comm

Recognising & Nurturing Talent Mar 14, 2023 2764 Donna Young, Director of Income Generation of the Air Ambulance Service & Mark Hughes, Director of MCH Positive Impact, join Anne Hughes for this conversation about recognising & nurturing talent.This conversation focusses in on areas such as the CIOF Rising Stars Programme and the importance of celebrating new talent as well as reflecting on what leadership in fundraising looks l

Careers in Fundraising Feb 28, 2023 3155 In this episode of the Chartered Institute Podcast we are looking at 'Careers in Fundraising' with Mickella Lewis-Purvis, the Network Grants Fundraising Manager at MIND; Harpreet Kondel, a Fundraising Consultant; David Burgess, as well as being a Consultant is chair of the Cultural Sector Network; and Graham Sumeray, CEO of Charity Link.

A State of the Sector Conversation Feb 14, 2023 2574 A ‘state of the sector’ conversation Where we are now in fundraising? What are the challenges career fundraisers are experiencing and what are the opportunities are for the future? We're all chatting about what the big picture is like, and what to focus on to keep fundraisers in the sector and attract more. Joining host Anne Hughes for this conversation are: Katie Docherty, CEO of Chart

A Lifetime of Impact, A Career in Fundraising Jan 26, 2023 361 Welcome to the Chartered Institute of Fundraising Podcast trailer! A brand new podcast will be landing soon, please do subscribe to the podcast so you can be the first to hear it.

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