Events
Public Fundraising Symposium: Getting it Right (Regulation & Best Practice)
The Public Fundraising Symposium is an event designed to help charities and their partners build and sustain compliant and sustainable public fundraising programmes. It brings together experts from the fields of fundraising, compliance, data protection, law, finance and human resources to provide a comprehensive overview of the regulatory landscape and best practices for public fundraising.
Opening Plenary - The Benchmarking Project | Top Trends and Data Insights
Fi McPhee Head of Insights from The Benchmarking Project, will share the latest on the top line trends in key regular giving metrics based on data from leading New Zealand charities.
Session Speaker:
Fi McPhee
This session will dive deep into the changes coming to the NFP space and how your organisation can prepare. Get ready to explore the power of payment orchestration and network tokenization - two game-changing innovations that are set to revolutionise the way donors support your cause.
Charities, charity partners, and technology platforms - this is your chance to get ahead of the curve and future-proof your fundraising efforts. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights and stay ahead of the curve.
Session Speaker:
Fiona Macmillan | payFURL
In this session, we will cover key concepts of Data Governance implementation and highlight best practices for organisations. We'll discuss the Privacy Act 2020 and its compliance requirements, as well as the implications of the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990 on data protection. Additionally, we'll explore international compliance standards like GDPR. Join us for an informative session on implementing Data Governance best practices in line with relevant legislations and principles.
Session Speaker:
Kris Morrison | Parry Field Lawyers
Even if your fundraising strategy, channels and team are top-class, if your organisation doesn’t have a proactive and positive approach to understanding and supporting fundraising throughout, you will never raise as much as you could.
Mobilising support for fundraising, across your organisation, has been proven time and again to be the secret sauce in powering up your fundraising. But how can fundraisers help to drive the change needed internally to achieve this? Fi will share learnings from Revolutionise’s study of Great Fundraising in action – a series of action research evidenced from successful fundraising organisations from around the globe. Learn three ways you can influence a positive change in your organisation’s fundraising culture that will help you accelerate your fundraising, no matter your role.
Join Fi as she’s shares research and case studies from organisations and fundraisers who have driven the change they needed to help them do better fundraising.
Quality Fundraising | Does quality come from good people or good systems?
Learn more about how to create quality fundraising - is it good people or good systems?
Join us for an insightful session with Camilla Bell, a fundraising expert with a decade-long journey, starting as a tele fundraiser at Greenpeace Aotearoa. Camilla's expertise in individual giving and philanthropy has shaped her passion for fundraising, driven by the power of people, captivating stories, and a collective ambition to spark creativity and improvement.
In this session, Camilla will guide us through finding the balance between recruiting the right people and implementing effective systems that foster quality fundraising.
Session Speaker:
Camilla Bell | Hato Hone St John
When it comes to managing consent, user rights, and ethical data usage in the digital landscape, organisations must adhere to best practices and ethical considerations. Implementing robust consent mechanisms is crucial to ensure that individuals have control over their personal data and how it is utilized. In this session, we’ll build on the key concepts, and learn about how to facilitate individual rights under privacy legislation while upholding ethical standards. We’ll look at key ethical considerations in big data analytics including ensuring data accuracy, protecting individuals' privacy, and preventing discrimination based on sensitive information, AI and Machine learning and how to incorporate algorithmic accountability.
Session Speaker:
Kris Morrison | Parry Field Lawyers
In the dynamic landscape of fundraising, securing long-term investment and support from senior management and board members is essential for the success and sustainability of any fundraising program. This symposium session aims to explore strategies and best practices for effectively engaging senior leadership in fundraising efforts and fostering a culture of fundraising within your organisation.
Key Points to be covered:
1. Setting the Foundation: Establishing a Culture of Fundraising
- The importance of leadership buy-in and investment in fundraising initiatives
- Aligning fundraising goals with the organisation's mission and vision
2. Engaging Senior Management:
- Communicating the importance of fundraising to senior leaders
- Strategies for securing senior management support and investment
3. Building Long-Term Commitment:
- Developing a strategic fundraising plan with clear goals and objectives
- Monitoring and evaluating fundraising outcomes to demonstrate impact
By sharing insights, experiences, and practical tips, this symposium session aims to empower fundraisers, nonprofit leaders, and board members to foster a collaborative and supportive environment that drives long-term fundraising success. Participants will leave with actionable strategies to strengthen their organisations' fundraising efforts and secure sustainable resources for their missions.
Session Speaker:
Greg Millar - National Fundraising Manager | IHC
Recruiting monthly givers can be tough and costly, so keeping them on board is crucial to long-term sustainability.
The key is to make your monthly donors feel like they are part of a tribe. The good news is, it doesn't have to be complicated.
In this session, you will learn how three monthly giving programs at three very different organisations are using compelling creative to build a loyal following, increase retention, and tell a consistent and engaging story of impact.
We'll explore how to develop your monthly giving messaging to showcase impact, build a donor journey for maximum retention, and approach retention from a creative standpoint.
Session Speaker:
Dominique Antarakis – CEO | Change&Co
Dear “Friend”, we have all seen it.
Leading an interactive discussion with a deep dive into your data challenges, Mark will explore the true cost of dirty data for your organisation. From missed opportunities to poor decision-making and suboptimal outcomes, the impact will be uncovered.
You will take away ideas and tools to help you implement and manage data capture and data hygiene standards.
The session will focus on attendees' specific data challenges to provide greater value, exploring the real costs of dirty data. We will discuss ideas, tools, and solutions available to help while addressing ongoing data hygiene management.
Session Speaker
Mark Newell | Datam
Lessons Learnt – As a Face-to-Face Fundraiser
In this immersive workshop, Chris Taylor, Head of Fundraising at The Mental Health Foundation, shares invaluable lessons from 14 years as a face-to-face fundraiser.
Chris's journey, from a fundraiser to a senior leader, including his role as Deputy Chair of the PFRA board, brings a wealth of insights and experiences to the table.
In this interactive session, Chris will draw on his extensive career and mentorship experiences to inspire participants to reflect, learn, and craft personalised action plans for the year ahead. Dive deep into group discussions, individual reflections, and practical planning exercises to turn symposium takeaways into tangible steps forward.
Session Speaker:
Chris Taylor | Mental Health Foundation
From Creative to Calling | A Deep Dive into Amnesty’s Digital Lead Programme
In this transformative session: "From Creative to Calling - A Deep Dive into Amnesty’s Digital Lead Programme".
Hannah Watson-Frank (she/her), is one of the brilliant minds behind Amnesty's digital fundraising success! As a digital maven, Hannah has fueled positive change, playing a key role in last year's record-breaking fundraising at Amnesty.
In this session, we will explore the dynamic world of digital platforms and discover the power they hold in creating a lasting impact. Hannah, a data-driven decision maker, is set to unravel the secrets behind her successful campaigns, blending experimentation and creativity.
Session Speaker:
Hannah Watson-Frank | Amnesty International Aotearoa
