Digital donations reshaping fundraising, but street collections haven’t kicked the bucket
Charities say on-street collections still play a vital role in raising visibility, community spirit and creating human connection
Gift of Giving Special Report
The Gift of Giving special report looks at how the arrival of the pandemic last year created immense difficulty for charities. But for some, 2021 has been harder.
The new face of volunteering: What charities need in changing times
As traditional forms of volunteering decline, charities are reshaping roles to match busy lives while still ensuring reliable support
Purpose, values and flexible working hours: how the charity sector competes for talent
As organisations struggle to match public-sector wages, especially in Section 39 roles, charities depend on purpose-driven staff and flexible work practices to retain talent
Doing more with less amid rising levels of poverty and homelessness
Despite a strong economy, charities in Ireland face incrcreased pressure as demand for their services and support grows
The changing nature of charity fundraising
Experiential events, corporate partnerships and digital platforms are reshaping how people donate and engage
Looking for a thoughtful present? Consider a gift that could make a real difference
From simple donations, to farm animals that can provide a livelihood, charities offer many options for giving with meaning
Trust issues: A whiff of scandal at one charity can impact attitudes to the whole sector
As public scrutiny grows and confidence dips, charities focus on accountability, accessible financial reporting and engagement with donors to rebuild and maintain trust
Thinking of a Christmas fundraiser? Here’s what you need to know
From choosing transparent platforms to knowing the rules around raffles, fundraising requires a little preparation
Corporate good citizens help Irish charities provide vital services
Corporate funding helps charities to sustain consistent donations, allowing them to plan for the future, while volunteering and skill sharing can have significant impact
Fashion and charity shops go hand in glove
Fashion lovers and charity go hand in hand, from hunting for treasures in stores to donating pre-loved clothes
Trust is vital for charities but must be earned
Transparency around use of funds and the oversight of the Charities Regulator are crucial to maintain the public’s trust in charitable organisations
Never mind the wealth, feel the need
While the country is wealthier than ever, the gulf between rich and poor continues to widen, with increasing numbers of people living in deprivation
For Trócaire, relationships make all the difference in difficult times
Transparency and communication are key to building and maintaining trust with charity’s donors
Putting the fun in fundraising benefits charities and volunteers
Successful fundraising events effectively combine enjoyment with purpose; bringing people together allows them to connect with causes on a deeper level
Gifts that make a lasting impact
Giving a charity gift is the most sustainable gifting option, and aligning with a cause close to the receiver’s heart shows thought and care have gone into the choice
The volunteer option
The total number of volunteering hours in Irish charities increased by 38% between 2018 and 2022
What’s trending in charities?
Focus Ireland study reveal 85% of people are more likely to consider a role in an organisation that supports a cause or charity
Giving while giving: Gift something charitable this Christmas
Buying Christmas gifts from a charity ticks all those boxes and adds one more
As consumers go digital, so do charities
There are multiple options making it easier for people to give, with the convenience of just a few clicks
As households tighten their belts, charities feel the pressure
Charities are in danger of coming under pressure with donations falling as demands increase
Transparency around the charity sector is vital
In order to become a charity in Ireland, an organisation has to prove that they operate in the jurisdiction, have one or more charitable purposes and provide public benefit,
Charity begins at … work?
How the charity sector works with the corporate sector to raise money and make a difference.
More than one in three charities are not filing annual returns on time, says regulator
About 86 per cent of people believe charities are important but significantbelieve there should be greater transparency
Gifts for good: give a present that makes a difference this Christmas
Barnardos Christmas cards, Trócaire’s family food baskets, Focus Ireland’s charity concert and more
Stepping up to the mark in a time of crisis: Charities tackle increases in cost of living following pandemic
Research shows online giving has dropped since initial surge at beginning of Covid while face-to-face fundraising is recovering at slow rate
100 days to raise a million: ‘Level of deprivation and poverty out there has not been seen since the 1980s’
Charity is experiencing surge in calls for help from families who never needed to avail of their services before
Taking a non-judgmental, holistic approach to food poverty
A quarter of parents worry about not being able to provide food for their children and 10 per cent skip meals in an average week so that their children don’t go without, according to Barnardos
Focus Ireland: Raising money for vulnerable children living in temporary situations
Donations will count more than ever this year as so many children and families are in emergency accommodation, says the homeless charity
How the voluntary sector can help attract and retain talent
From salaries to training, retaining staff is a tough business for the voluntary sector, but there are plenty of benefits to working in an environment that helps others
Text, tap, or Revolut? Digital donating is here to stay
‘We were keenly aware that consumer habits had changed,’ Irish Cancer Society director of fundraising says
Why inflation is the enemy of charity
‘Our frontline workers are telling us they haven’t seen deprivation of this kind since the 1980s’
Giving the gift of Christmas: Sponsor a run, swim, or have a Christmas jumper day
How corporate giving and staff fundraising can make all the difference to charities
How charity shops embrace people, planet and profit
‘You are giving your money back into the community when you shop in a charity shop’
Wish upon a star this Christmas
How to help Focus Ireland raise vital funds for homelessness services
Five trends for future fundraising
The not-for-profit sector continues to evolve with technology and social change
Christmas gifts you can buy that help more than the recipient
Charities have loads of great presents on offer that could make life-changing impact
The importance of transparency in the charity sector
Openness and accountability are key to ensuring public trust remains, say industry members
Charity sector struggling and in urgent need of donations due to pandemic
Families facing challenges we have never seen before, warns Barnardos director
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How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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