Why recruit or invest in your Fundraising Team?

Discover everything you need to know below — from key insights to helpful tips that make a difference.

“Approximately 67 percent of people in England said that they gave to charity in 2023/24, compared with 82 percent in 2013/14. In the provided time period, the share of people giving to charity has gradually declined, reaching a low of 63 percent in 2020/21”. (Statistica UK, 2025)

Why recruit or invest in your fundraising team?

Working in fundraising allows you to directly contribute to the success of impactful causes by securing the necessary funding to support vital programs and services, making a tangible difference in people’s lives while developing valuable skills like communication, relationship building, and strategic planning, all within a dynamic and rewarding career path.

What could a Fundraiser do for your business?

The ideal candidate plays a key role in driving fundraising efforts by engaging with supporters and helping to secure vital income for impactful projects. This dynamic role involves conducting research to uncover new opportunities and analysing data to craft compelling proposals, all in alignment with the fundraising strategy.

Key reasons to invest in your fundraising efforts:

Positive impact on your organisation and the areas you are supporting
Creating a sense of purpose through meaningful work
A range of skills can be developed and transferred
Networking
Continuous learning through technology and approaches
Raise awareness
Gain expertise
Specific focus on your targets to ensure they’re met and even exceeded

According to a blog post written by Rebecca Williams, Senior Customer Success Manager at Blackbaud Europe & Pacific for the Chartered Institute of Fundraising:

“Donors today expect more; they want to hear about meaningful events and understand the impact of their gifts. Insights from the report showed that it’s much less about the frequency of communication and far more about delivering compelling content.”

A dedicated Fundraiser helps build meaningful relationships, ensures the success of fundraising campaigns, and contributes to the long-term success of the organisation’s mission. So, what’s stopping you?

Our Fundraiser apprenticeship is available as 1-1 or group sessions - subject to numbers.

The courses are fully funded through your apprenticeship levy or levy transfer.

Benefits of cohort training:

Shared learning
A sense of belonging
Support
Networking and collaboration
Team work

Don’t miss out!

We’d love to talk this through with you so please don’t hesitate to contact your Account Manager or email our Business Development team [email protected]