A number of recently released reports look at the topic of charitable giving from different angles: trust, payments, donor sentiment, disintermediation. Together, though, they tell a remarkably consistent story about the challenges that charities are facing. Keep reading https://loom.ly/vw9q3js

CFG members take advantage of your member benefits and join us for your exclusive free members' meeting. This meeting will focus on the theme of leadership with a panel discussion on leading with confidence and a session on making difficult decisions. Reserve your place https://loom.ly/t6LbkrM

#AD Leaves are falling, but funding options for your social enterprise don't have to 🍂 Autumn's the perfect time to brush up on your social investment knowledge, and this month's @goodfinanceuk.bsky.social newsletter has you covered. https://loom.ly/Z35Ftek

We are delighted to announce that 'Together Through Change' is the theme of our 2027 Annual Conference! It will be held on 17 June. We are looking for charity finance professionals from all backgrounds and levels, to share their story. Tell us https://loom.ly/43pbvLQ

Join us in Birmingham and get a day of expert content at our Midlands Conference, 5 November. There will be speakers from @West Midlands Funders Network @utilityaid.bsky.social and @cancerresearchuk.org. Kindly hosted by @Quilter Cheviot. Find out more https://loom.ly/llifgg4

#AD Social investment is a tool available to help charities and social enterprises tackling homelessness to cover core costs, purchase properties, unlock funding and more. @goodfinanceuk.bsky.social blog highlights how 4 orgs have used it. https://loom.ly/YTtD5yY

A statement from CFG's Co-Chief Executives on the sad news that Directory for Social Change (DSC) has closed its doors. https://loom.ly/Wqbu7U8

#AD Social investment is the use of repayable finance to achieve a social purpose. Charities and social enterprises use it to: grow their organisations, fund contract delivery and working capital, buy assets and increase their impact on society. https://loom.ly/KQF6oYk

How can charities stay ahead of AI, digital disruption, financial uncertainty, regulatory change and evolving workforce expectations? This and more will be discussed at our Risk Conference on 23 November. https://loom.ly/s4ajNQA Sponsored by @Access Insurance and @Edentree and hosted by @Farrer &Co

And the final award recognises a CFG Volunteer whose dedication has created lasting impact across the CFG community. The winner is Jon King, Chair of the CFG Finance Leaders Special Interest Group. Thank you for all you do. #CFGAwards

The next award is for Inspiring Financial Leadership, congratulations to the winner Laura Clare, CFO, @bpas.bsky.social. This award is for outstanding leaders who create far more than strong financial performance. #CFGAwards

And the winner of our Rising Star Award is Kathy Newman who is the Finance & Resources Manager at @rawmusicmedia.bsky.social. This award recognises emerging professionals who are demonstrating exceptional promise, leadership potential and commitment to making a difference through finance. #CFGAwards

The winner of the Excellence in ESG Award is @keepbritaintidy.bsky.social. This award recognises teams leading meaningful ESG initiatives and embedding responsible practices across their organisations. Well done!! #CFGAwards

The winner of the Best Use of Technology in Finance is @navalchildren.bsky.social, congratulations! This award recognises teams that have embraced innovation and technology to improve efficiency, and provide better services and transform the way the organisation delivers impact. #CFGAwards

It's time to announce the awards...the winner of Excellence in Financial Reporting goes to @mencap.org.uk. This award recognises those finance teams that have transformed their financial reporting into a strategic asset. Congratulations!! #CFGAwards

If you haven't played heads or tails at a black tie event after a delicious meal you are missing out! Congratulations to the winner! #CFGAwards

To set the tone for the evenings celebrations our Co-Ceos,, Sarah Lomax and Clare Mills have taken to the stage. Followed by a Sir Matthew Roycroft representing our headline sponsors The Benefact Group.#CFGawards

Our guests are here ready to celebrate the charity sector! Time for some drinks and a few words from our drinks sponsor Price Bailey before we move into the main room. #CFGawards

It's almost time for our Annual dinner and awards! We'll be covering event here and announcing the winners so keep your eyes peeled! #CFGAwards

We're implementing a new CRM as part of our wider digital transformation. Our Director of Finance and Operations, Sarah Ann Moore, talks about a recent review of CFG’s payment terms, and how this fits into a wider picture of digital transformation and continuous improvement. https://loom.ly/yNOq9oY

International charities don't miss out on our Overseas Charities' Conference on 14 October, hosted by @Crowe and sponsored by Cloud doing good.We'll be discussing: Leading change during growth and restructure, Collaborating for the future of international charities, and more. https://loom.ly/6iTE4XM

✅On #GiftAidAwarenessDay, we want to say a BIG THANK YOU to all our donors who #TickTheBox. You help us to help so many more! Every year, charities miss out on £560m in unclaimed Gift Aid tax relief. Help us claim more and do more. #GiftAidAwarenessDay @cfgsocial.bsky.social

Many charities participate in DB pension schemes in a master trust run by TPT on behalf of the schemes’ trustee, Verity Trustees Limited. Damian Bailey @LCP explains what steps charities participating in Verity DB schemes should take in advance of a pending court ruling. https://loom.ly/rq7Ld6g

#AD Are you looking for an investor that truly understands your social mission? Check out the @Good Finance Investor Directory! It features 100+ social investors, all over the UK, and you can filter by location, amount needed, product type and social issue. https://loom.ly/IbtQh3U

The CFG Midlands Conference brings together charity finance professionals for a focused day of insight, practical learning and peer connection.You'll also have the chance to get your questions answered and network with peers. Book now https://loom.ly/llifgg4 Kindly hosted by @Quilter Cheviot

Companies House have confirmed that the rules for filing company accounts are changing as part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency (ECCT) Act 2023. Richard Snelling from @Menzies explains what this means for charities and non-profits that operate as companies. https://loom.ly/pD2DjdA

#AD Check out the @goodfinanceuk.bsky.social Investor Directory! It features 100+ social investors, all over the UK, and you can filter by location, amount needed, product type and even the social issue that your organisation is tackling. https://loom.ly/IbtQh3U

Explore new ways to diversify your organisations income and build long term resilience by attending our Alternative Income Generation.This online event will give you everything you need to adapt, innovate, and create sustainable income streams for the future. Find out more https://loom.ly/NEU-n8s

Join our Gift Aid Awareness Webinar that will provide you with the latest updates and guidance regarding Gift Aid and allow you the opportunity to ask any burning questions they have on the topic. https://loom.ly/7bKG-KU #GiftAidAwarenessDay #TickTheBox

The charities SORP 2026 introduces important changes to charity accounting and reporting. We would like to understand how confident charities feel about the new requirements, what preparations they have made and where further support may be needed. Complete the survey https://loom.ly/PIOVeTI