The Charity Show

Tim Beynon and Piers Townley

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The Charity Show

The show for charity insiders, by charity insiders. Hosts Tim Beynon and Piers Townley tackle the topics that matter for charity staff, fundraisers and supporters.

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Budget insight, challenge events and Trump's impact - with Saskia Konynenburg and Tracey Anne-Breese

In episode 13, The Charity Show examines the UK's recent budget and its impact on the third sector, especially in light of increased National Insurance contributions. Hosts Tim Beynon and Piers Townley discuss how these changes will affect charities' operational budgets, with insights from Saskia Koynenburg at the NCVO and advice on how charities can join a petition against these financial burdens. Tracy Anne-Breese, meanwhile, also shares tips on organising impactful challenge events to boost charity fundraising. Plus, win a copy of inspirational new book Stories of Cancer and Hope, hear about Colin Farrell’s fundraising for DEBRA Ireland and debate the impact of Trump's return. Chapters (00:00) Welcome to Episode 13 (01:52) The US election and the Budget (02:22) Will Donald Trump's second term impact charities around the world? (04:08) Fire Fighters Charity team nominated for Charity Comms Inspiring Communicator Award (06:41) Music Industry Trusts Awards honoured Jason Illey this year (08:29) Saskia is back to talk about the impact of the Budget and National Insurance Contributions (11:38) Any increases in budget to charities at this stage will ultimately mean cuts to services (12:28) Saskia says reaction from charity sector was one of outrage (20:18) NCVO has launched an open letter urging charities to sign up (23:25) Kevin Donaghy has written a book called Stories of Cancer and Hope (25:01) Win a copy of Stories of Cancer and Hope (26:18) This week we take a closer look at challenge events with Tracey Anne-Breese (27:21) How do you define a challenge event? (31:31) Are there any key elements that make an event a success (47:51) Group of Grey Dippers challenge themselves to go swimming in freezing cold waters (50:03) Colin Farrell's marathon challenge Featured Charities and Guest Links: National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) Challenge Event Experts Maggie's Cancer Charity DEBRA Ireland Kevin's Book: Stories of Cancer and Hope North Ayrshire Foodbank Nordoff & Robbins Music Therapy The BRITS Trust Win a copy of Stories of Cancer and Hope To win a copy of Kevin Donaghy's inspirational book, just send us your name and address on an email to thecharityshowpod@gmail.com. We'll pick a winner at random. Please also consider donating to Kevin's chosen charity, Maggie's Cancer Charity. Get involved: Email us: thecharityshowpod@gmail.com Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheCharityShow Send us a written message: https://tr.ee/OvwtI-oDvJ Check out our episode poll on Spotify Leave us a comment or review Full episode transcript: Note from Tim and Piers All views expressed in this podcast are entirely our own, as are the dodgy dad jokes!

53 min
28 OCT.

Social media ethics, cheeky calendars and fundraising dogs - featuring Adeela Warley

In this episode, Tim and Piers explore social media ethics for charities with Adeela Warley, CEO of Charity Comms. They discuss Elon Musk’s changes to X (formerly Twitter) and how charities are facing new ethical challenges on social media. The episode also features Michelle Oldfield’s cheeky charity calendar raising funds for breast and prostate cancer charities, the Snowdog sculptures in Derbyshire supporting Blythe House Hospice, and The King's Trust rebrand. Plus, discover the innovative "Invisible Chips" fundraiser for Hospitality Action. Chapters (00:00) This podcast is produced by charity Insiders (01:53) Welcome to Ep.12 (05:24) Shining a spotlight on the ethics of social media (09:00) This week's third sector news (10:41) The Prince's Trust is rebranded as The King's Trust (12:28) Invisible chips (13:42) The problem with X (15:13) Welcome - Adeela Warley, Chief Executive, Charity Comms (16:57) The question of withdrawing from X completely (26:05) New social media channel checklist for charities (30:05) Testing new emerging platforms (33:02) Other challenges charities are facing with social media (37:22) Dealing with misinformation (41:12) Charity Comms Inspiring Communicator Awards (44:15) Cheeky charity calendar for 2025 (45:37) Snow dog sculptures to raise money for Derbyshire hospice (47:48) Coming up Featured charities and guest links: - Charity Comms: https://www.charitycomms.org.uk/ Charity Comms Social Media Hub: https://www.charitycomms.org.uk/social-media-updates-and-resources Charity Comms Social Media Platform Checklist: https://www.charitycomms.org.uk/social-media-platform-checklist - Blythe House Hospice: https://www.blythehousehospice.org.uk/ - Breast Cancer Now: https://www.breastcancernow.org/ - Prostate Cancer UK: https://prostatecanceruk.org/ Get involved: Email us: ⁠⁠thecharityshowpod@gmail.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheCharityShow⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Send us a written message: https://tr.ee/OvwtI-oDvJ⁠⁠⁠ Check out our episode poll on Spotify Leave us a comment or review Full episode transcript: ⁠Click here for full transcript Note from Tim and Piers All views expressed in this podcast are entirely our own, as are the dodgy dad jokes!

49 min
14 OCT.

Parkrun's 20th Anniversary, Unclaimed Gift Aid, and Comedy in Charity with Garrett Millerick

In episode 11 of The Charity Show, hosts Tim Beynon and Piers Townley celebrate Parkrun's 20th anniversary, spotlighting its global impact with over 10 million runners and 900,000 volunteers. They explore the staggering £560 million of unclaimed Gift Aid annually and ask how charities can take action. Special guest Garrett Millerick, comedian and writer of Do Gooders, also joins to discuss the brilliant BBC Radio 4 sitcom and to share insights on balancing comedy with sensitive charity topics. The episode also covers rising stamp prices affecting charity Christmas cards and the legacy of Neil Dickson from The Brain Tumour Charity. Chapters (00:00) Welcome to the show (01:39) Smiley Charity Film Awards and a legacy to remember (06:05) What is the best sitcom? (09:24) News: The price of stamps and missing GiftAid (10:59) Parkrun turns 20 (15:39) Garrett Millerick: Do Gooders, the third sector and comedy (47:01) Superstars of the week: Pothole disappointment and lifetime supporter (50:41) Coming soon Featured Charities and Guest Links: Garrett Millerick - Links to his socials, shows and everything you could need Do Gooders on BBC Sounds Sophie Kinsella's new book, What Does It Feel Like? Parkrun: https://www.parkrun.org.uk/ RNLI: https://www.rnli.org/ Wiltshire Air Ambulance: https://www.wiltshireairambulance.co.uk/ Get involved: Email us: ⁠thecharityshowpod@gmail.com⁠ ⁠Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheCharityShow⁠ ⁠Send us a written message: https://tr.ee/OvwtI-oDvJ⁠⁠ Check out our episode poll on Spotify Leave us a comment or review Full episode transcript: Read the full transcript here: https://thecharityshowtranscripts.blogspot.com/2024/10/episode-11-full-transcript.html Note from Tim and Piers All views expressed in this podcast are entirely our own, as are the dodgy dad jokes!

52 min
30 SEPT.

Charity apprenticeships, AI in nonprofit Work, and fundraising trends – Featuring Laura Thurlow BEM

Welcome to Episode 10 of The Charity Show! In this episode, hosts Tim Beynon and Piers Townley bring you key updates from the charity sector, discussing how organisations can take advantage of Government-funded apprenticeships. Former charity CEO and apprenticeship expert, Laura Thurlow BEM, shares insights on the over 700 apprenticeship opportunities available to charities. We also shock ourselves with the potential of AI technology's growing role in the non-profit world. Plus, we check out the latest third sector news and discuss why some charities raise so much more than others. And we celebrate our sector superstars, including the inspiring journey of Dr. Catherine Pointer, who survived leukaemia with support from the Little Princess Trust and is now a cancer researcher funded by the charity. Tune in for all this and more as we explore how charities are making a difference and how you can get involved! Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to Episode 10 01:44 Charity sector updates from the last two weeks 06:56 Listener voice messages 07:31 Apprenticeship opportunities in the charity sector 09:38 AI technology in charity work 10:25 Charity news and inspiring stories 15:39 Interview with Laura Thurlow BEM 17:41 Government-funded apprenticeships and how charities can benefit 23:29 Smaller charities and apprenticeship programs 32:29 Laura Thurlow’s career and Queen’s Honours List 37:32 How to apply for apprenticeship programs 39:31 Superstars of the week Featured Charities and Guests: Laura Thurlow, Charity Apprenticeship Advocate (LinkedIn) The JGA Group Little Princess Trust: Supporting children with cancer and funding cancer research Anthony Nolan UK: Saving lives through stem cell donations Young Gloucestershire: Supporting young people in need Donkey Sanctuary: Caring for donkeys and promoting animal welfare Women’s Aid, Refuge, IDAS, Safe Lives: Domestic abuse support charities Get involved: Email us: thecharityshowpod@gmail.com Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheCharityShow Send us a written message: https://tr.ee/OvwtI-oDvJ⁠ Check out our episode poll on Spotify Leave us a comment or review Full episode transcript: Read the full transcript here: https://thecharityshowtranscripts.blogspot.com/2024/10/episode-10-full-transcript.html Note from Tim and Piers All views expressed in this podcast are entirely our own, as are the dodgy dad jokes!

44 min
16 SEPT.

Midlife marketing shifts, Marmite and Elton John partnership, and social media ethics - Featuring Maya Bhose

Welcome to Episode 9 of The Charity Show! Hosts Tim Beynon and Piers Townley are back from their summer break, ready to bring you the latest news, inspiring stories, and insightful discussions from the Charity sector. This week, we delve into a unique collaboration between Marmite and Elton John, featuring a limited edition design jar as part of a $1 million partnership. We also discuss the challenges of recruiting in the charity sector with Maya Bhose from The Well Placed, an organisation helping midlife marketing professionals transition from the commercial world to the charity sector through paid placements. We celebrate the incredible fundraising efforts of a 10-year-old who cycled from Land's End to John O'Groats and back to raise £15,000 for Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital. Plus, we explore the ethical dilemmas charities face with social media platforms like X, and the surprising statistic that only 3% of charities are using AI in their operations. Get in touch with the show: Email us: ⁠thecharityshowpodmail.com⁠ Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheCharityShow Check out our episode poll on Spotify Leave us a comment or review ⁠⁠Send us a message: https://tr.ee/OvwtI-oDvJ⁠⁠ Chapters (00:00) Coming up in the show (01:38) Welcome to Episode 9 (03:34) Cancer Research UK plank challenge (04:49) Send us your voice messages (07:48) Switching from corporate to charity (10:49) News (12:11) Recent research suggests wealthy people could give more to charity than they actually do (13:15) Public trust in charities at highest level in ten years, says charity Commission (16:08) Only 3% of charities are using AI in their regular operations, survey finds (18:58) Maya Bhose and The Well Placed (21:52) Maya's background (23:47) The third sector skills gap in marketing (27:39) Midlife marketers embracing the charity sector (31:19) The older you get, the harder it is to find work (33:06) Recruiting midlife workers (37:17) Success stories (43:25) Superstars of the week (47:34) Coming up next time Featured Charities: The Well Placed: https://thewellplaced.org/ Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital: https://www.tiggywinkles.org.uk/ The Fire Fighters Charity: https://www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/ The Brain Tumour Charity: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/ Cancer Research UK: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/ Elton John Aids Foundation: https://www.eltonjohnaidsfoundation.org/ Full episode transcript: Read here: https://thecharityshowtranscripts.blogspot.com/2024/09/episode-9-full-transcript.html Note from Tim and Piers All views expressed in this podcast are entirely our own, as are the dodgy dad jokes!

49 min
19 AOÛT

Season One Highlights: Inspirational Stories and Memorable Moments

Welcome to this special highlights episode of The Charity Show! Hosts Tim Beynon and Piers Townley are taking a well-deserved break, but we've got a treat for you as we look back at some of the best moments from season one. In this episode, we revisit some of the most inspiring stories and insightful discussions that have graced our show. From the incredible fundraising efforts of Alex Staniforth, founder of Mind Over Mountains, to Richard Jain's expert insights on rebranding for Brainkind, and Sarah White's journey of starting SuperShoes from her kitchen table, this episode is packed with highlights. We also delve into the evolving landscape of AI in the Charity sector with Zoe Amar, and hear from Katie Docherty, Chief Executive of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, about the current state of fundraising amidst the cost of living crisis. Plus, we get the inside scoop on the voluntary sector manifesto with Saskia Koynenburg from NCVO. Join us as we celebrate the incredible guests and stories that have made season one unforgettable. And don't forget, we'll be back with season two on 16 September. Until then, enjoy your summer and stay inspired! Get in touch with the show - Send us a message: https://tr.ee/OvwtI-oDvJ - Email us: thecharityshowpod@gmail.com - Send us a voice message: https://tr.ee/zMWg00GiKG - Check out our episode poll on Spotify - Leave us a comment or review Chapters (00:00) Welcome (01:30) Looking back at Season 1 (02:58) Alex Staniforth: Mind over Mountains (09:01) Richard Jane, Brainkind (13:34) Sarah White, SuperShoes (18:25) Zoe Amar, AI and charities (22:46) Katie Docherty, CIOF (27:22) Vicki Beevers, Strategic Leader of The Year (31:09) Saskia Koynenburg, NCVO (37:06) We'll be back! Featured Charities: - Mind Over Mountains: https://www.mindovermountains.org.uk/ - Brainkind: https://www.brainkind.org.uk/ - Super Shoes: https://www.supershoes.org.uk/ - The Chartered Institute of Fundraising: https://ciof.org.uk/ - NCVO: https://www.ncvo.org.uk/ Full episode transcript: - Read here: https://thecharityshowtranscripts.blogspot.com/2024/08/season-1-highlights-show-full-transcript.html Note from Tim and Piers All views expressed in this podcast are entirely our own, as are the dodgy dad jokes!

38 min
5 AOÛT

Voluntary sector manifesto breakdown: shaping charity and Government relations, volunteer impact, and charity campaigning - featuring Saskia Konynenberg, NCVO

Welcome to Episode 7 of The Charity Show! Hosts Tim Beynon and Piers Townley are back with another fascinating episode filled with the latest news, inspiring stories, and insightful discussions from the charity sector. This week, we dive into the Voluntary Sector Manifesto with Saskia Konynenberg from NCVO. Discover how this blueprint aims to forge a new relationship between the government and the charity sector, and what it means for charities of all sizes. Saskia shares the challenges, opportunities, and the vital role of volunteers in boosting the UK economy. We also celebrate the incredible summer of sport, highlighting the essential role of volunteers at the Olympics and other major events. Tim and Piers discuss the London Fire Brigade's long-standing support of Wimbledon and the RNLI's Fish Fridays campaign. Plus, hear about Valleyfest, a growing festival in the West Country raising significant funds for charity. Join us for these heartwarming stories and discover how you can get involved and make a difference in the charity sector. Get in touch with the show: Send us a message: https://tr.ee/OvwtI-oDvJ Email us: thecharityshowpodmail.com Send us a voice message : https://www.speakpipe.com/TheCharityShow Check out our episode poll on Spotify Leave us a comment or review Chapters (00:00) Coming up in Episode 7 (01:43) Welcome (06:54) Value of volunteers (10:32) New website launched to help charities with banking services (11:54) Channel Fours advert for the Paralympics (13:28) Introducing Saskia Konynenburg (14:44) The voluntary sector manifesto (17:10) The manifesto's asks (20:22) What's broken? (24:04) The main parties and the manifesto (25:44) How charities used the Manifesto (30:56) Empowering charities to raise their voices through campaigning (34:52) What will change over the next 5 years? (36:29) What's your long term vision for volunteers? (38:56) How can charities hold the Government to account? (39:52) Superstars of the Week (43:21) Valley Fest (45:23) Coming soon Featured charities and useful links: The Fire Fighters Charity: https://www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/ The Brain Tumour Charity: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/ NCVO: https://www.ncvo.org.uk/ Read the Voluntary Sector Manifesto in full: https://www.ncvo.org.uk/documents/518/the_voluntary_sector_manifesto.pdf RNLI: https://rnli.org/find-my-nearest/lifeboat-stations/jersey-lifeboat-station Valley Fest: https://valleyfest.co.uk/ Teenage Cancer Trust: https://www.teenagecancertrust.org/ Billy Chip: https://www.billychip.com/ The Community Farm: https://www.thecommunityfarm.co.uk/ Full episode transcript: Read here: https://thecharityshowtranscripts.blogspot.com/2024/08/episode-7-full-transcript.html Note from Tim and Piers All views expressed in this podcast are entirely our own, as are the dodgy dad jokes!

47 min
22 JUIL.

What does good strategic leadership involve? Vicki Beevers, The Sleep Charity

Welcome to Episode 6 of The Charity Show! Hosts Tim Beynon and Piers Townley are back with another riveting episode filled with the latest news, inspiring stories, and insightful discussions from the charity sector. This week, we're looking at strategy, what makes a good strategic leader and why a clear strategy is important for charities of all sizes. Our special guest this week is Strategic Leader of The year, Vicki Beevers, Chief Executive of The Sleep Charity. Vicki talks about her surprise and honour at scooping the award, the challenges of leading a charity, and some of the dangers facing charities that don't have a clear strategy. She shares her journey from teaching to founding The Sleep Charity and offers invaluable advice for aspiring charity leaders. We also delve into the fascinating world of charity auctions with Piers sharing his experience at the Bank of England Charity auction, where new £20 notes featuring King Charles III raised substantial funds for 10 incredible charities. As ever, we highlight some incredible fundraising efforts, including a firefighter taking on an ultra-marathon on a treadmill while watching Fireman Sam, and several brave individuals taking on skydives for charity. Join us for these heartwarming stories and discover how you can get involved and make a difference in the charity sector. Get in touch with the show - Send us a message: https://tr.ee/OvwtI-oDvJ - Email us: thecharityshowpod@gmail.com - Send us a voice message: https://tr.ee/zMWg00GiKG - Check out our episode poll on Spotify - Leave us a comment or review Chapters (00:00) Hello and welcome (01:36) Busy times and auction house shocker (08:40) News headlines (13:31) Introducing Vicki Beevers - The Sleep Charity (14:51) Vicki's background (16:28) Strategic leader of the year award (21:04) Dangers of not having a clear strategy (22:12) What is strategic drift? (24:25) How do you get your staff and your teams to live by your strategy (30:26) What qualities do you think are necessary to be a strategic leader in charity (33:53) Strategy and change (38:08) Inspiration (39:16) Do you worry about whether you're doing a good job as charity leader? (43:35) Superstars of the week (47:49) Get involved in the show Featured Charities: - The Fire Fighters Charity: https://www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/ - The Brain Tumour Charity: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/ - The Sleep Charity: https://thesleepcharity.org.uk/ - The Charity Digital Skills Report: https://charitydigitalskills.co.uk/ Vicki Beevers, Chief Executive, The Sleep Charity Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vicki-beevers-43094325/ Full episode transcript: - Read here: https://thecharityshowtranscripts.blogspot.com/2024/07/episode-6-full-transcript.html --- Send in a voice message: https://tr.ee/zMWg00GiKG Note from Tim and Piers All views expressed in this podcast are entirely our own, as are the dodgy dad jokes!

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