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Unlocking the Potential of Fundraising

#CandRconf15

Let’s all Knit Together!

Funding – the way forward

Voluntary Sector Income Sources(WCVA 2014)

Care & Repair income

What is Fundraising?

• How would you define fundraising?

• Have you ever made a donation to a charity?

• What were your reasons to give?

Diversification and the Value of Community Fundraising

Community fundraising will enable us to:

•Increase our service provision and reach •Be more flexible •Be innovative •Build community partnerships •Provide a sustainable future

Improve the lives of older people in Wales

What are the barriers to fundraising?

Market Trends

• Funding projections indicate that Voluntary Income will account for a larger share of funding in the future

Who we are up against?

A shared vision

“All older people shall live in homes that enhance their quality of life”

Back to Basics

• Why do we exist?

• What difference do we make?

• What support do we need?

Ultimately – What are we fundraising for?

“Fundraising isn’t about money, it’s about work that needs doing and if you start by asking for money, you

won’t get it and you won’t deserve it”

Harold Sumption f 1916-1998

Really tell the story

Esmee and George

Network Map

Network Map

Fundraising Culture

• Bring Fundraising to life • Knit together• Plan for the future • Clear and consistent messages• Who we are, not what we do! • Care and Repair is the best kept secret in

Wales• New beginning – time to build for the future!

Let’s all Knit Together

A stitch in time saves Nein, and Teid!!