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Fundraising and new technology – maximising online and mobile giving

If the potential of the mobile and other online fundraising options is to be reached, how can fundraisers make sure they have the necessary skills to help deliver? According to the Virtual Promise survey by nfpSynergy, published in 2009, 67% of 187 charities questioned said that inadequate staff skills were an obstacle in helping the organisation make the most of the internet – just slightly fewer than the previous year. Its an issue taken up by the Institute of Fundraising. In the past two years, the Institute has been running a series of “webinars” – online seminars – for members, focusing on the internet and professional skills. Its academy also offers courses on e-fundraising and making the most of social media. At the same time the Institute, as part of its civil society work with the Office for Civil Society, has tailored a training course in e-fundrasing specifically for smaller charities.

via Fundraising and new technology – maximising online and mobile giving | Voluntary Sector Network | Guardian Professional.

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IOF Technology Group Conference 2011

The Institute of Fundraising Technology Group is proud to host our sixth annual one-day conference on the 13th May 2011.

This year, because we have outgrown our previous venue, we have moved to a great new central location at the America Square Conference Centre right in the City of London. This gives us more space and allows us to accommodate more delegates.

via IOF Technology Group Conference 2011.