Insights

Income diversification for military charities: why it matters and how to do it

Paul Findlay, military veteran and Director of Charities at Oaks Consultancy, discusses why income diversification is more important for...

Project management for charities: transforming your purpose into action

Angela joined Oaks in January 2023 as Senior Fundraising Manager. Prior to this, she spent 25 years in the charity sector as an exercise...

Supporter experience: what it is and why it matters to your fundraising strategy

Across the charity sector, it’s widely recognised that providing a positive experience for supporters is a crucial part of fundraising....

Fundraising focus: the reflections of a bid-writer

Aaron Dunkley, Head of Trusts & Foundations at Oaks, shares his reflections and insights from eight years' experience as a bid-writer for...

Fundraising for charities: 6 tips to become a better bid writer

Bid writing is an incredibly valuable skill for any charity professional. A successful grant application can enable your organisation to...

Oaks Impact Report

It has been another extraordinary year for organisations with a social purpose. The cost-of-living crisis has exacerbated many of the...

The winning strategy: integrating sustainability in sports governance

Sustainability in sport is an increasingly hot topic. From the excessive resource consumption associated with mega-events to social...

How to set up a registered charity - the charity formation checklist

Setting up your own charity is an incredible thing to do. It’s a great way to transform your philanthropic vision into a real, tangible...

Download the third edition of Fundraising in Sport for Development: State of the Sector Report

Oaks are delighted to launch the Fundraising in Sport for Development: State of the Sector 2022-2023 report, our third edition in this...

How to write a robust strategic plan for your charity

Strategic planning: it’s the most effective way for your charity to realise its mission and have a lasting impact on your beneficiaries....

How can charities use social media to smash their fundraising goals?

Social media is already a fundamental part of many charities' fundraising strategies. It is both a valuable tool for supporter engagement...