Fundraising is the lifeblood of every charity and CIC, but it’s also one of the greatest tests of integrity. How you raise money is as important as how you spend it. In a world where public trust in institutions is fragile and scrutiny is instant, ethical fundraising isn’t just good practice, it’s an organisational necessity. At Third Sector Experts International, we help charities and CICs build fundraising strategies rooted in transparency, values, and accountability. Bec

Social investment is no longer a niche concept reserved for large organisations; it’s fast becoming a mainstream funding option for charities and Community Interest Companies (CICs) that want to scale their impact without relying solely on grants and donations. But while the opportunities are growing, many boards and CEOs remain cautious. “Isn’t social investment risky?” “Do we have to repay it?” “Would it compromise our charitable mission?” At Third Sector Experts Internatio

For many charities and CICs, the phrase “we rely on grants and donations” has become a familiar refrain. But in an increasingly...

Digital fundraising isn’t just an add-on anymore; it’s the backbone of modern charity income generation. The pandemic accelerated the shift online, but the pace of innovation hasn’t slowed since. As we enter 2025, the charities and CICs that thrive are those that treat digital as a core strategy , not a side project. At Third Sector Experts International, we’ve worked with hundreds of UK-based charities from small grassroots groups to large international organisations to help

For many charities, raising £1 million in a single year sounds ambitious, even unattainable. Yet thousands of UK charities do it every year. The difference between those who succeed and those who don’t often comes down to one word: strategy. At Third Sector Experts International, we’ve helped organisations of every size develop the fundraising infrastructure, systems, and confidence to deliver seven-figure income. The truth is, there’s no single silver bullet. Major fundraisi