by Megan Thorn | Aug 20, 2014 | All blog posts, Donations, Fundraising
Last updated October 12, 2018 There are two topics in the world that most people feel a little uncomfortable talking about: Death and Money. It’s no surprise then that ‘Bequest Giving’ can be a difficult conversation for non-profits to instigate, but it doesn’t have...
by Megan Thorn | Aug 20, 2014 | All blog posts, Fundraising, Grants
Last updated August 20, 2014 There are over 700 contestable funding sources in New Zealand, and they vary dramatically in size and type. From large corporate based foundations through to small family trusts, with gaming trusts, community foundations, and local...
by Megan Thorn | Aug 20, 2014 | All blog posts, Marketing and Communication
Last updated October 12, 2018 It’s no secret that some causes or organisations are easier to market than others. They are the organisations that are full of warm-fuzzies and evoke feelings of sadness and hopefulness all at the same time. They are the organisations...
by Megan Thorn | Aug 20, 2014 | All blog posts, Donations, Fundraising
Last updated August 20, 2014 In January 2010, New Zealand followed in the footsteps of Canada, Australia, the United States and the United Kingdom, and introduced pre-tax payroll giving. That means that kiwis can now make regular donations to charity before the money...
by Megan Thorn | Jul 9, 2014 | All blog posts, Volunteering
Last updated October 12, 2018 So many times we hear people complaining that it’s the same people doing the same jobs all of the time – but it doesn’t have to be that way. If you want more people in your organisation to get involved, chances are there...