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How to Raise Funds for Your Chosen Cause...

You'll find everything you need to successfully raise funds for your chosen cause, from setting up a charity and understanding regulations to discovering creative fundraising ideas that work. Our expert guidance covers Gift Aid, street collections, technology solutions, and performance monitoring to help maximize your impact. Raising Funding is here to help.

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Cash Raffles - Are They Legal?
Cash raffles have strict legal limits, you can't offer cash prizes and must stay under £250 in total prize value.
Why Would I Set Up a Charity?
Registering as a charity gives you legal credibility, tax breaks, and makes it easier to attract donations and volunteers.
Applying for a Street Fund Raising Permit
Get a street fundraising permit by contacting your council's licencing department and providing details about your charity and collection plans.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Establishing a Charity
Weigh up the real pros and cons of registering your charity before you decide whether it's the right move for your organisation.
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Internships and the Charitable Sector: Learning the Law
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Great Fundraising PR Ideas on a Shoestring Budget
Get your fundraising PR noticed without spending money using free websites, partnerships, and social media tactics.
I Set Up My Own Charity: Case Study
Sarah left her fundraising role at a big mental health charity to start her own local organisation and share what she learned.
Legacies Keep Our Charity Going: Case Study
How one animal welfare charity is using legacies to replace lost donations and grant funding.
The Charity Commission: What it is and How it Affects You
The Charity Commission regulates charities in England and Wales, offering guidance and enforcement powers to help organisations operate legally and effectively.
Top Technology Tips for Boosting Your Fundraising
Use social media and donation platforms to connect with more supporters and bring in funds faster for your cause.
What is Twitter and How Can it Help My Fundraising?
Use Twitter to build awareness of your charity and connect directly with potential donors who care about your cause.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Establishing a Charity
Weigh up the real pros and cons of registering your charity before you decide whether it's the right move for your organisation.
The Three Charity Types: Which is Right for Me?
Understand the differences between charity types and pick the structure that matches your needs and circumstances.
Why Would I Set Up a Charity?
Registering as a charity gives you legal credibility, tax breaks, and makes it easier to attract donations and volunteers.
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