Cause4

Award-winning #BCorp, Cause4 partners with ambitious #charities, #philanthropists and corporate enterprises supporting them to change, innovate and grow.

[Cause4 @OfficialCause4]

This month’s Pick of the Month blog features:

Jonathan Mayes, CEO of Cathedral Music Trust

Gawaine Batchelor, Trustee at Art in Perpetuity Trust

Simon Wales, CEO of Bristol Beacon

Ruth Harvey, Capital Campaign Manager at Wolverhampton Arts Centre

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[Arts Council England @ace_national]

NEW: Are you fundraising for your arts, culture or heritage organisation?

@artsfundraising have published a practical toolkit for organisations to manage risk and reputation in fundraising.

Find out more 👇
https://t.co/IUbs7k1uKK

Proudly #ACEsupported

[Cause4 @OfficialCause4]

This month's Pick of the Month blog features:

- Ann Gilmore, Trustee at Art in Perpetuity Trust
- Rose Kigwana, CEO at Creative Future
- Rebecca Jackson, CEO at The Big Fandango
- Peter Craik, Philanthropy Director at English Folk Dance and Song Society

https://t.co/3Bw1X5ZKDX

[Trustee Leadership Programme @TrusteeLeaders]

Did you know that all participants have the option to purchase an Institute of Leadership Certificate?

This provides formal recognition of course completion as well as a year’s membership of IoL, which includes a host of other benefits.

Learn more: https://t.co/hlIV7nT7I3

[Cause4 @OfficialCause4]

“Figure out what you need for yourself to be able to show up for people, and think about that in all areas of your work.”

Meet our Social Entrepreneur of the Month, Alix Harris!

Hear more from Alix and learn all about her work at Beyond Face: https://t.co/68cBbQ6wSI

[Arts Fundraising & Philanthropy @artsfundraising]

Looking to strengthen your organisation’s fundraising culture?

Culture Change offers tailored consultancy to build leadership, unlock income and embed sustainable practice.

Deadline to apply: Wednesday 1st July

Applications are now open! https://t.co/EAqi2PP1Sa

[Cause4 @OfficialCause4]

This week, Cause4 turns 17!🎈

Thank you to everyone who has trusted, supported and worked with us over the past 17 years - and especially to the wonderful Cause4 team, past and present.
We couldn’t have done it without you.

Now onwards to early adulthood!

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“I am excited to work with peers who understand the specific challenges of the sector, particularly those coming from similar small charities who are often managing multiple jobs within one role.”

Meet our Fellow of the Month, Jennifer Holyhead!
https://t.co/68cBbQ6wSI

[Trustee Leadership Programme @TrusteeLeaders]

We loved having Hannah on February's Trustee Leadership Programme!

Booking is now open for June's course: https://t.co/hlIV7nT7I3

[Cause4 @OfficialCause4]

Unlike many in-house fundraising roles, this position offers broad exposure across a wide range of organisations, fundraising disciplines and consultancy projects - an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop within the charity sector.

https://t.co/QCpkf7U3J4

[Cause4 @OfficialCause4]

“Leading with integrity and enthusiasm is vital to earn the respect and trust of the community you represent.”

Meet our Trustee of the Month, Hannah Beech!

Hear more from Hannah and learn all about her work at Brass Bands England:
https://t.co/68cBbQ6wSI

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“The mentorship is another part of the fellowship I am looking forward to. To have access to a mentor for a longer period of time will be very beneficial to my career.”

Meet our Fellow of the Month, Chris Bailkoski!
https://t.co/grykklU0xs

[Cause4 @OfficialCause4]

“The disco allows people to find themselves again. I want the sector to focus on that joy and the possibility of connection, rather than just the clinical side of the condition.”

Meet our Social Entrepreneur of the Month, Kate Darby!

https://t.co/grykklU0xs

[Arts Professional @ArtsPro]

Fundraising in arts, culture and heritage is under unprecedented pressure. We need your voice - take part in the Arts Fundraising Survey. https://t.co/fZPh7y6EJF

[Arts Fundraising & Philanthropy @artsfundraising]

We have partnered with Baker Richards and Arts Professional to launch a new Pulse Survey.

Our vision for this work isn’t just about identifying the challenges for fundraisers, but about understanding the full picture.

Help shape what comes next: https://t.co/e0Sqq9TR52

[Arts Fundraising & Philanthropy @artsfundraising]

We are thrilled to announce that applications for the 2026/27 Professional Fundraising Fellowship are now open!

We’re looking to welcome mid-career arts, culture & heritage fundraising professionals based in England.

Are you ready to take the next step? https://t.co/MLc7LP3ciN

[Cause4 @OfficialCause4]

“Change starts with knowledge and understanding of the environment so we can all make a change.”

On Earth Day, and ahead of this morning’s Trustee Leadership Programme, meet our Trustee of the Month, Rebecca Damm!

https://t.co/grykklU0xs

[Cause4 @OfficialCause4]

"@DementiaDisco allows people to find themselves again. I want the sector to focus on that joy and the possibility of connection, rather than just the clinical side of the condition.”

Meet our Social Entrepreneur of the Month, Kate Darby!

https://t.co/grykklU0xs

[Cause4 @OfficialCause4]

“Be curious and listen more than you speak, trust in people and don't try to do it all, and lead consciously.”

Meet our Charity Leader of the Month, Stephen Frost!
https://t.co/grykklU0xs

[Arts Fundraising & Philanthropy @artsfundraising]

With the newly launched UK Town of Culture 2028 recently announced, and Cities of Culture relaunching in 2029, we have released a short report looking at the structures and strategies which makes these initiatives succeed.