Alternative Income Generation Conference

Wednesday 20 November 2024

Online event

This online Alternative Income Generation Conference is designed to provide valuable knowledge to charities on how to build stable and varied income to help secure the financial future of your organisation. 

 

Why should I attend?

Our speakers will bring you expert updates in the sessions, and delegates will have the opportunity to ask key questions throughout the event.

See the full programme below, but topics for the day include:

  • A grant writing and big application workshop
  • Legal and best-case use of legacies for income
  • Building relationships and partnerships to enhance impact
  • Strategic investments into fundraising
  • Technology advancements for the future of fundraising

 

When and where?

  • Wednesday 20th November
  • 09:30 - 16:00
  • Online - joining instructions sent via email

 

How do I book?

Book below. You'll receive updated event information approximately one week prior to the event date.

 

Who should attend?

This event would be valuable for finance directors, finance managers, fundraising directors, fundraising managers and trustees.

 

About CFG events and membership

Becoming a CFG member gives you access to exclusive benefits including event discounts, so find out more about CFG Membership before you book. Association of Independent Museums members can register for free CFG membership through our partnership.

CFG events, training and members' meetings can count towards your continuous professional development (CPD), and this event could provide you with five hours of CPD. For more details contact your association or email events@cfg.org.uk.

 
Speakers

Ben Cohen, Director, Good Innovation

John Toon, Digital Transformation Lead, Beevers and Struthers

Christine Neubeiser, Director of Fundraising, British Asian Trust

Leticia Jennings, Head of Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Bates Wells

Laura Soley, Partner, Bates Wells

Jason Hodges, Fundraising Manager, The Anne Robson Trust

Lucy Crisp, Head of Corporate Partnerships, Together for Short Lives

Aidan Forman, Director of Technology and Digital Transformation, RNIB

Programme
09:30-09:35

Welcome

09:35-11:05

Mastering grant writing and bid applications workshop

In this workshop, you'll learn the key elements of a compelling grant proposal and winning bid application that stand out to funders. We'll cover how to identify the right funding opportunities, articulate your project’s goals and impact, and demonstrate strong organisational capacity.

 

Jason Hodges, Fundraising Manager, The Anne Robson Trust

11:05-11:15

Break

11:15-12:00

The power of Legacies: a sustainable income source for your charity

In this session, we will delve into the legal aspects of legacy giving as a sustainable revenue stream for charities. We'll explore the steps to effectively manage the legal and reputational issues around accepting (or refusing) legacies and the key legal steps to ensure your organisation’s legacies are managed appropriately and your organisation receives all that it is entitled to.

Leticia Jennings, Head of Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Bates Wells.

Laura Soley, Partner, Bates Wells. 

12:00-13:15

Lunch break

13:15-14:00

Building effective partnerships

Join us to explore how charities can effectively collaborate with the private sector and form strategic partnerships to enhance fundraising efforts and achieve greater impact.

 

Lucy Crisp, Head of Corporate Partnerships, Together for Short Lives

 

14:00-14:15

Break

14:15-14:55

Invest in your fundraising

Investing in fundraising is a strategic approach that can significantly enhance your charity's income and long-term sustainability. This session will explore how charities can effectively allocate resources to fundraising initiatives to yield the highest returns. 

Christine Neubeiser, Director of Fundraising, British Asian Trust

14:55-15:10

Break

15:10-15:55

Transforming the future of fundraising with technology and AI

This session will explore how using tools such as AI can enhance donor engagement, personalise outreach, and optimise fundraising strategies. You'll learn best practices for integrating AI into your charity and discover how to make data-driven decisions that increase both efficiency and impact.

 

Ben Cohen, Director, Good Innovation

John Toon, Digital Transformation Lead, Beevers and Struthers

Aidan Forman, Director of Technology and Digital Transformation, RNIB
 

15:55-16:00

Chair's summary and close of conference