Two free Guides for social on social media Social Media Strategy Workbook – http://www.mtnonprofit.org/uploadedFiles/Files/Org-Dev/Principles_and_Practices/Other_Sample_Docs/Social%20Media%20Workbook.pdf 12 essential tips for success in Social Media http://www.motivelab.com/briefs/SocialMediaTips.pdf

Great response to a question about fundraising from major donors I think the first thing to do is figure out what logical tiers of donors (and prospects) you have, and then create cultivation/stewardship strategies for each. Often, it’s simplest to break your data base into three or four levels: The top level should be those […]

Online version of Dereks EU Funding Directory for Wales. The document is available to download in English or Welsh on my website here: http://www.derekvaughanmep.org.uk/eu-funding-directory

The Institute of Fundraising have produced their own short guide to social media as a fundraising tool www.btplc.com/mydonate/Networked_for_good.pdf

For any group in Powys interested in the Lottery Citizens Voice funding, the deadline is creeping up to get proposals in to PAVO. I would strongly encourage any group with an idea for this funding to submit something as your idea may be able to form part of a larger project if it cant stand […]

I find it increasingly frustrating that working within an organisation that as the sole fundraiser, Im looked to for all the ideas. But Im hardly best placed to do so as Im less in contact with those delivering the work on the ground. EVERYONE in an organisation has a responsibility to look for opportunities, yes […]

To engage with people you first need to be where they are, don’t wait for them to find you as there are too many other alternatives who may catch their interest instead. Find out what networks they are using, where is your charities name cropping up on forums, social media sites etc. Tools such as […]

I’m developing a site to support third sector organisations who are interested in using social media to help them with their fundraising. The aim is to provide ideas and tips to groups to help them make the most of the opportunities that are available www.internetfundraising.co.uk

New report for groups new to fundraising from NFP Synergy www.nfpsynergy.net/reports_presentations/our_free_research/default.aspx