Chartered Institute of Fundraising Podcast

About Chartered Institute of Fundraising Podcast

Let’s Talk Fundraising is the official podcast of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, the charity that champions a lifetime of impact, a career in fundraising. Exploring the issues, ideas and debates shaping fundraising today - it's hosted each month by Tim Beynon, together with a rotating co-host. From sector news and current affairs to ethics, wellbeing, leadership and best practice, each episode brings practical insight and thoughtful discussion with fundraisers and experts from across the UK. Whether you work in fundraising, lead a charity, sit on a board, or simply want to understand how fundraising supports charities to change lives, Let’s Talk Fundraising is your place to listen, learn and be part of the conversation.

Publisher

Chartered Institute of Fundraising

Category

business · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

26 Jan 2023

Latest episode

29 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

15 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Sept 2026

   Kind leadership and fundraiser wellbeing - with Graham Allcott

   As charities move into the busiest fundraising period of the year, the pressure on teams to deliver ramps up too. In this episode of Let's Talk Fundraising, the official podcast from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, host Tim Beynon is joined by co-host Katie Docherty, Chief Executive of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, and guest Graham Allcott, author of KIND: The Quiet Power of Kindness at Work, for a timely conversation about kind leadership and fundraiser wellbeing. Tim and Katie open by discussing why the run-up to Christmas is such a demanding time for fundraising teams, covering burnout, donor abuse and the support available through the Chartered Institute's work on donor codes of conduct. Graham then joins to unpack the difference between being nice and being kind, drawing on research linking kindness to trust and psychological safety, and offers practical starting points for building a kinder culture, even in small charities with no dedicated HR function. It's a conversation with genuine, practical relevance for any fundraising manager or leader trying to support their team, and themselves, through the festive crunch. Meet the guests Katie Docherty is Chief Executive of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising. She brings a sector-wide view of the pressures facing fundraisers, from wellbeing and workload to donor behaviour, and speaks to the Institute's ongoing work on codes of conduct and support resources for charities. Graham Allcott is one of the world's leading providers of productivity training and consultancy, and the author of several bestselling books, including How to Be a Productivity Ninja. His latest book, KIND: The Quiet Power of Kindness at Work, explores why kinder, more human-centred workplace cultures drive stronger performance, and brings that thinking to the fundraising sector in this conversation. Useful links Chartered Institute of Fundraising - How to get started with a donor code of conduct: https://ciof.org.uk/library/resources/how-to-get-started-with-the-donor-code-of-conduct/ (https://ciof.org.uk/library/resources/how-to-get-started-with-the-donor-code-of-conduct/) Connect with our guests and contributors Graham Allcott: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/grahamallcott/) - linkedin.com/in/grahamallcott/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/grahamallcott/) Katie Docherty: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiedocherty/) - linkedin.com/in/katiedocherty/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiedocherty/) Be a part of the show We really want to hear what you think of the show and what you'd like us to cover. So if you have thoughts on this episode or ideas for future topics, here's how to get in touch... Use the contact form HERE (https://letstalkfundraising.transistor.fm/contact-us) - https://letstalkfundraising.transistor.fm/contact-us (https://letstalkfundraising.transistor.fm/contact-us) Send us a voice message HERE (https://www.speakpipe.com/LetsTalkFundraising)- https://www.speakpipe.com/LetsTalkFundraising (https://www.speakpipe.com/LetsTalkFundraising) Produced by The Good Studio (https://thegoodstudio.co.uk/) - thegoodstudio.co.uk

2. 

   25 Aug 2026

   Legacy giving and loyalty: Turning thanks into lasting gifts - with Kay Harrison and Vix Friar

   Legacy giving is one of the UK charity sector's biggest income streams, yet it's still too often treated as an afterthought rather than a strategic priority. In this episode of Let's Talk Fundraising, the official podcast from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, hosts Tim Beynon and Remember A Charity Director, Lucinda Frostick explore what it really takes to grow legacy income, with insight from Kay Harrison, Community and Content Manager at About Loyalty, and Victoria Friar, Head of Supporter Services at Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS). Recorded following their session at Fundraising Convention, Kay and Vix unpack the data behind supporter loyalty and legacy giving, from the Chase Index's findings on commitment, satisfaction and trust, to why lapsed supporters are often more likely to leave a gift than active ones. They share practical, real-world examples of how consistent, thoughtful supporter engagement, from handwritten thank-you cards to carefully timed communications, builds the kind of relationships that lead to a gift in a will. It's a conversation packed with insight for fundraisers of every charity size looking to make legacy giving a genuine organisational priority rather than something that trickles along in the background. With Remember A Charity Week falling in September, it's a perfectly timed reminder of how important legacy giving is. Meet the guests Kay Harrison is Community and Content Manager at About Loyalty, the supporter experience agency behind the Chase Index, the charity sector's loyalty benchmarking tool. With a background in events management, digital marketing and fundraising, Kay works with charities of all sizes to help them understand and grow supporter loyalty, bringing sharp insight into what drives commitment, satisfaction and trust across the sector. Victoria Friar is Head of Supporter Services at Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS), where she leads on building long-term, meaningful relationships with supporters. Drawing on more than 20 years in the fundraising sector, Vix brings a grounded, practical perspective on embedding legacy conversations into everyday supporter communications, from e-newsletters to face-to-face touchpoints. Connect with our guests and contributors Kay Harrison, About Loyalty: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-r-harrison/) Victoria Friar, Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-friar/) Useful links Find out more about Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex at aakss.org.uk (https://aakss.org.uk/) and about About Loyalty and the Chase Index at about-loyalty.com (https://www.about-loyalty.com/). About Loyalty’s research shows that improving the supporter experience leads to happier supporters, more charity income, and more legacy pledges. Discover more and unlock your copy of their research HERE (https://www.about-loyalty.com/our-research?utm_source=the_good_studio&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ciof_convention_2026) Read more about loyalty and legacies on About Loyalty’s BLOG (https://www.about-loyalty.com/post/legacy-potential-is-everywhere-even-where-you-least-expect-it?utm_source=the_good_studio&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ciof_convention_2026) The Chase Index offers charities one clear measure for supporter experience, proven to grow supporter loyalty and lifetime value. Find out more about the benefits of becoming a member HERE (https://www.about-loyalty.com/the-chase-index?utm_source=the_good_studio&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ciof_convention_2026) Be a part of the show We really want to hear what you think of the show and what you'd like us to cover. So if you have thoughts on this episode or ideas for future topics, here's how to get in touch... Use the contact form HERE (https://letstalkfundraising.transistor.fm/contact-us) - https://letstalkfundraising.transistor.fm/contact-us (https://letstalkfundraising.transistor.fm/contact-us) Send us a voice message HERE (https://www.speakpipe.com/LetsTalkFundraising)- https://www.speakpipe.com/LetsTalkFundraising (https://www.speakpipe.com/LetsTalkFundraising) Produced by The Good Studio (https://thegoodstudio.co.uk/) - thegoodstudio.co.uk

3. 

   28 Jul 2026

   Rory Brooks CBE on the future of UK philanthropy 2035

   Philanthropy in the UK is at a critical turning point, and this episode of Let's Talk Fundraising, the official podcast from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, explores what that means for charity fundraisers right now. Host Tim Beynon is joined by guest co-host Charlotte Sherman, Policy Manager at the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, for a wide-ranging conversation with Rory Brooks CBE, Board member at the Charity Commission for England and Wales, about the future of major giving in the UK. This episode explores the Institute's Philanthropy 2035 project and the trends reshaping high-net-worth giving, from the intergenerational transfer of wealth and the rise of the impact economy to the growing role of professional advisors and government engagement through the Office for Impact Economy. Rory Brooks brings a rare dual perspective as co-founder of the Rory and Elizabeth Brooks Foundation, and Board member of the charity regulator, sharing candid insight on good governance, the art of the ask, and what a healthy, trusted philanthropic sector could look like a decade from now. It's a conversation packed with practical takeaways for fundraisers working to build long-term relationships with major donors. Meet the guests Charlotte Sherman is Policy Manager at the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, leading the Institute's Philanthropy 2035 project. She returns as guest co-host to unpack the latest research and policy developments shaping high-net-worth giving in the UK. Rory Brooks CBE is a Board member at the Charity Commission for England and Wales and a private equity investor who co-founded MML Capital Partners. Alongside his wife Elizabeth, he established the Rory and Elizabeth Brooks Foundation in 2005, focusing on social disadvantage, education and the arts, and has chaired the philanthropic board of the University of Manchester for a decade. He was awarded the CBE in 2015 for services to philanthropy and brings a unique vantage point spanning major donor experience and charity regulation. Connect with our guests and contributors Charlotte Sherman: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotte-sherman-8a3246332/) Rory Brooks CBE: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rory-brooks-01201112/) Useful links CIOF Philanthropy 2035 Hub (https://ciof.org.uk/library/resources/the-philanthropy-2035-hub/): ciof.org.uk/library/resources/the-philanthropy-2035-hub/ (https://ciof.org.uk/library/resources/the-philanthropy-2035-hub/) Rory and Elizabeth Brooks Foundation: (https://www.rebrooksfoundation.org.uk/) rebrooksfoundation.org.uk/ (https://www.rebrooksfoundation.org.uk/) Be a part of the show We really want to hear what you think of the show and what you'd like us to cover. So if you have thoughts on this episode or ideas for future topics, here's how to get in touch... Use the contact form HERE (https://letstalkfundraising.transistor.fm/contact-us) - https://letstalkfundraising.transistor.fm/contact-us (https://letstalkfundraising.transistor.fm/contact-us) Send us a voice message HERE (https://www.speakpipe.com/LetsTalkFundraising)- https://www.speakpipe.com/LetsTalkFundraising (https://www.speakpipe.com/LetsTalkFundraising) Produced by The Good Studio (https://thegoodstudio.co.uk/) - thegoodstudio.co.uk

4. 

   30 Jun 2026

   Inside Fundraising Convention 2026 - From insightful benchmarking to transformative coaching

   Host Tim Beynon interviews industry leaders like Katie Docherty and Gerald Oppenheim, exploring UK fundraising trends, regulatory insights, and career development strategies.

5. 

   26 May 2026

   Small charities, donor joy and fundraising readiness - with Emma-Louise Singh and Emma Low, Nova Fundraising

   Host Tim Beynon interviews Rob Cope, Executive Director of Membership and Operations at CIOF, and Nova Fundraising Directors Emma-Louise Singh and Emma Low about fundraising readiness and donor joy for small charities.

6. 

   28 Apr 2026

   Putting your professional development first - with Dr Mark Hughes and Claire Routley

   Host Tim Beynon and Charlotte Sherman interview Dr. Mark Hughes and Claire Routley about developing essential "hard" skills for fundraising professionals.

7. 

   31 Mar 2026

   Women in leadership - with Anna Lord and Monwara Ali

   Host Tim Beynon and guest co-host Claire Stanley interview Anna Lord, CEO of Ethiopiaid UK, and Monwara Ali MBE, motivational speaker, about overcoming barriers for women in fundraising leadership.

8. 

   24 Feb 2026

   Fundraiser safety and the donor code of conduct - with Antonia Brownlee

   Host Tim Beynon interviews Antonia Brownlee, Director of Philanthropy at Scottish Ballet, about establishing donor codes of conduct to ensure fundraiser safety and foster healthier relationships.

9. 

   27 Jan 2026

   Why fundraiser wellbeing can’t wait - with Alan Clayton

   Host Tim Beynon and guest co-host Harpreet Kondel interview Alan Clayton about fundraiser wellbeing, revealing its critical link to sector performance and sustainability.

10. 

    11 Apr 2023

    Mentoring & Supporting Fundraisers Through Their Careers

    Host [Host Name] interviews CEOs Samir Savant, Elvira Morrison, Daryl Upsall, and Emma Low about the crucial role of mentoring in supporting fundraising careers.

11. 

    28 Mar 2023

    The Life of a Fundraiser

    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 community.

12. 

    14 Mar 2023

    Recognising & Nurturing Talent

    Donna Young and Mark Hughes discuss recognizing and nurturing fundraising talent with host Anne Hughes, exploring leadership and the CIOF Rising Stars Programme.

13. 

    28 Feb 2023

    Careers in Fundraising

    Host Mickella Lewis-Purvis, Harpreet Kondel, David Burgess, and Graham Sumeray explore diverse fundraising career paths and offer insights for aspiring professionals in this interview.

14. 

    14 Feb 2023

    A State of the Sector Conversation

    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 Chartered Institute of Fundraising; Jayne George, Director of Fundraising, Marketing &am...

15. 

    26 Jan 2023

    A Lifetime of Impact, A Career in Fundraising

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