Conference Explores Fundraising Potential of Online Communities and New Media Technology

Howard Lake | 7 September 2007 | Newswire

The Institute of Fundraising’s (‘Institute’) popular New Media Fundraising conference returns. It will take place on Wednesday 26th September 2007 at The Royal Geographical Society in London.
Supporting delegates who are looking to maximise the potential of new media, the conference will impart essential advice and practical case studies of fundraising across the full spectrum of electronic techniques, from text-to-donate and pay-per-click search engines. The conference includes two cutting edge sessions looking at the rise of online communities and the opportunities these can offer charities. The event will also address the key legal and financial implications, as well as best practice in the field of new media fundraising.
Chair of this event and New Media Consultant, Sarah Hughes says:
It’s exciting to see charities’ confidence, experimentation and innovation grow in the start to our second decade of new media fundraising. Whether you want to raise the bar or consolidate your charity’s progress, this event offers delegates a fascinating, realistic and action-packed day from start to finish.”
The comprehensive programme includes presentations from: ActionAid, Amnesty International, Bates Well & Braithwaite, Charity21, The Donkey Sanctuary, Fairtrade Foundation, nfpSynergy, nfp 2.0, NSPCC, sounddelivery, Sue Fidler Ltd.
EVENT DETAILS – ONE-DAY CONFERENCE
Title: New Media Fundraising – Exploring new media to increase revenue, target new audiences and communicate with donors
Date: Wednesday 26th September 2007
Venue: The Royal Geographical Society, London SW7
Cost: £165 for Individual Institute members, £215 for charities, £265 for commercial organisations
Further information: Visit www.institute-of-fundraising.org.uk or call 0845 337 2734
This event is part of the Institute’s series of one-day conferences. Forthcoming one-day conferences dates and topics this year include: Reshaping Community Fundraising on Tuesday 6th November, Major Gift Fundraising on Thursday 22nd November and Legacy Fundraising on Thursday 6th December.
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NOTES TO EDITORS
1. Institute of Fundraising (www.institute-of-fundraising.org.uk) represents fundraisers and fundraising throughout the United Kingdom. It is a membership organisation committed to the highest standards in fundraising management and practice. Members are supported through training, networking, the dissemination of best practice and representation on issues that affect the fundraising environment. The Institute of Fundraising is the largest individual representative body in the voluntary sector with 4500 Individual members and 250 Organisational members.
 

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