North West Fundraising Conference 2025
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North West Fundraising Conference 2025

By Chartered Institute of Fundraising North West

An opportunity for fundraisers across the North West to come together, celebrate, share ideas and be proud of their fundraising activities

Date and time

Location

Crowne Plaza Chester

Trinity Street Chester CH1 2BD United Kingdom

Agenda

Day One
Day Two

9:30 AM - 9:40 AM

Welcome

Stacey Lavery - CIOF NW Chair

9:40 AM - 10:05 AM

Opening Plenary

Katie Docherty - CEO Chartered Institute of Fundraising

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

The Ultimate Guide to Online In Memory Content

Emily Grint - Legacy Futures


Your online content is the best, most-cost effective channel for creating awareness of in-memory giving and for inspiring people about how they can remember their loved ones. We'll take a look at som...

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

Driven by Purpose - Supporting Neurodivergent Fundraisers to Thrive

Jen Horan - Neuro Therapy Centre


Explore the hidden neurodivergence within fundraising. This session looks at why so many purpose-driven fundraisers may be unknowingly neurodivergent, the challenges they face, and how we can create ...

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

A million ways to do it wrong, until the £1M gift comes along!

Joe Weston-McDowell - Motiv8 South


In 2025, Motiv8 secured £1,030,000 from National Lottery Reaching Communities - Motiv8's largest gift and one of the largest gifts National Lottery has given to a grassroots charity. Learning from p...

11:00 AM - 11:25 AM

Break & Networking

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Prospect Research

Martyn Colebrook - Duke of Edinburgh's Award

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Storytelling on Camera for Impact

Susanna Boccaccio - Brilliant Trees Media


Susanna is here to empower your staff, supporters, and beneficiaries to shine on camera, boosting buy-in for marketing, branding, legacy, and revenue growth. Sharing user-generated content tips, effe...

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Leading Without Permission: Unlocking Influence When You Don’t Hold the Power

Nathan Gonzalez - Harmony and Resonance LTD


This interactive session explores how to lead and influence without formal authority. You’ll learn practical strategies to drive change, build trust, and create impact from any position. Perfect for ...

10:15 AM - 12:15 PM

Drop in CV & Interview Skills Sessions

Charlie Mynard - Charity Horizons


You will be able to book a slot with Charlie from Charity Horizons to get advice on your CV or anything around Interview Skills. Booking details to follow.

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch & Networking

1:15 PM - 1:45 PM

Afternoon Plenary

Chris Lincoln - Neuro Speak


Learn how to speak with influence in every fundraising conversation — from the boardroom to donor meetings. Christopher Lincoln shares powerful, actionable techniques to inspire action, secure leader...

1:50 PM - 2:35 PM

New Fundraisers Panel

Orly Waugh - Save the Family

Amy Cooke - Pets Foundation

Mckenzie Jackson - David Lewis


Are you new to the wonderful world of fundraising? Do you have questions that you don’t feel confident asking at work, or maybe feel like you should know all the answers? Join our safe, casual Panel ...

1:50 PM - 2:35 PM

Own Place Runners (or Walkers) - The Holy Grail

Tim Rogers - The Sapphire Running Co.


Buying entries in events is one way to secure fundraisers, but it comes with an element of risk. A key long term element of a sustainable fundraising strategy is to focus on own place entrants. This ...

1:50 PM - 2:35 PM

Driving New Business: Identifying and Securing New Corporate Partnerships

Laura Irving - Laura Irving Consultancy

Hayley Thomas - Alder Hey Children's Charity


This session focuses on finding and developing new corporate supporters. The session will give an overview of a project between Alder Hey Children's Charity and Laura Irving Consultancy to develop ne...

2:35 PM - 2:55 PM

Break & Networking

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

Crisis Fundraising - Panel

Stacey Lavery - Anthony Nolan

Fiona Ashcroft - Alder Hey Children's Charity

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

How a collaborative approach transformed contactless donation strategies

Vicky Hewlett - Give a Little

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

Legacy Fundraising Made Easy

Clare Sweeney - Keepace Consults

Gaynor Lanceley - Legal Assist


Join Gaynor and Clare for an empowering session on legacy fundraising. Discover how simple it is to build a robust pipeline when every team member confidently discusses gifts in Wills. We demystify l...

1:50 PM - 3:45 PM

Drop In CV & Interview Skills Sessions

Charlie Mynard - Charity Horizons


You will be able to book a slot with Charlie from Charity Horizons to get advice on your CV or anything around Interview Skills. Booking details to follow.

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

Closing Plenary

Jane Montague - Jane Montague Consultancy Ltd

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Drinks & Networking

All Welcome

Good to know

Highlights

  • 1 day, 7 hours, 30 minutes
  • In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 14 days before event

About this event

Following the huge success of the 2024 Conference, we are delighted to announce that the North West Conference will be back for 2 days in 2025.

Once again, we will be taking over the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Chester to celebrate, learn and network - and we are looking forward to seeing you there!

With 30 sessions across 2-days you can guarantee that there will be something for you, sharing insights and best practice, this year’s conference is one not to be missed!

This year's conference will focus around 3 different tracks, aimed at ensuring an exciting and interesting day for people in all areas of fundraising. Conference tracks for 2025 are:

  • Personal Development and Wellbeing
  • Strategy and Leadership
  • Income Generation and Support

To keep up with the latest announcements about the North West Fundraising Conference follow us on twitter @CIOFNorthWest, join our LinkedIn Group by searching "Chartered Institute of Fundraising North West" or for more information about other upcoming events visit https://ciof.org.uk/about-us/groups/north-west

REFUNDS

Refunds are only available up to 30 days before the event. Any request for a refund must be put in writing to northwest@ciof.org.uk. You can read our booking & cancellation policy here - https://ciof.org.uk/terms-and-conditions

Chartered Institute Of Fundraising North West is committed to providing a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. By signing up to this event you agree that you have read, understood and agree to abide by the declaration below and to our Code of Behaviour for Training and Events. This can be found by visiting the following webpage https://ciof.org.uk/about-us/code-of-behaviour-for-training-and-events.

As part of your event experience, please be aware that if you purchase a non-member ticket, your details may be shared with the Chartered Institute of Fundraising Head Office to ensure you are informed about the benefits and opportunities available through their membership programme. By registering for a non-member ticket, you consent to receive communication from CIOF Head Office regarding membership offers, resources, and other related opportunities.

Declaration

I share the Chartered Institute’s ambition to create a culture where everyone is not just safe, but able to truly thrive. I have read carefully and understand the Code of Behaviour for Training and Events. I hereby agree to abide by its requirements and commit to upholding the standards of conduct required.

I declare that:

• I am not currently suspended due to an investigation by the Chartered Institute.

• I have not previously been found to have violated any of the behaviours outlined in this Code of Behaviour.

• I have not received sanctions by the Chartered Institute which prevent me from participating in this event / training.

In the event of a violation of this Code of Behaviour I accept that:

• My organisation (if relevant) may be notified of the violation and proposed course of action.

• Support may be withdrawn from me to attend the event, and I may not be invited to future events.

• The Chartered Institute is not liable or responsible for any legal actions brought against me and I will be responsible for all legal costs in such circumstances.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get there?

Chester station has direct trains to London, Manchester and Liverpool. Manchester and Liverpool John Lennon airports are both within a 40-minute drive. Secure parking is available for a small daily fee.

What if I have access or additional needs?

If you have any access or additional needs please email northwest@ciof.org.uk

What refreshments will be provided?

Tea/Coffee/Water on arrival and a buffet lunch with vegetarian options available. If you have any special dietary requirements please email northwest@ciof.org.uk

I can no longer attend, can I get a refund?

Refunds are only available up to 30 days before the event. Any request for a refund must be put in writing to northwest@ciof.org.uk. You can read our booking & cancellation policy here - https://ciof.org.uk/terms-and-conditions

Organised by

North West regional group of the Institute of Fundraising North West

From £85.15
Sep 17 · 09:30 GMT+1