Turning Headwinds into Tailwinds - Transforming Challenge into Impact
About this Event
Charities are operating in an increasingly complex environment. Financial pressure on donors, tighter budgets, changing supporter expectations and growing demands for evidence, impact and efficiency mean organisations are being asked to do more with less than ever before. Yet within these challenges lie opportunities for growth, innovation and stronger supporter relationships. At this year's conference, we'll explore how charities are responding to today's headwinds and turning them into tomorrow's tailwinds.
Our CIOF Insight in Fundraising Conference 2026 brings together fundraisers, marketers, digital specialists, campaigners, analysts, insight professionals, agency partners and sector leaders for a practical and inspiring day focused on how better understanding, smarter decisions and innovation can help charities thrive in a rapidly changing landscape.
Across three dedicated streams, Main Stage, Tech & Tools, and Lean & Impactful (practical approaches for smaller teams and tighter budgets), delegates will hear real-world case studies, honest learning stories and actionable ideas from organisations across the sector. Sessions will explore how charities of all sizes can better understand and engage supporters, improve decision-making, embrace new tools and technologies, optimise campaigns and communications, and deliver greater fundraising impact with confidence.
Whether you are leading strategic transformation, delivering fundraising campaigns, managing supporter journeys, working in a data, digital or insight function, exploring new technologies, or simply looking for practical ways to achieve more with limited time and resource, the conference is designed to provide ideas and approaches you can immediately take back to your organisation.
Built by practitioners, for practitioners, the conference is also a chance to connect with peers across the sector, share experiences openly and be part of a supportive community passionate about evidence-led fundraising.
Turning Headwinds into Tailwinds is for you if you…
· want practical ideas you can apply immediately
· are navigating growing pressure on budgets, targets and resources
· are interested in how better understanding of supporters, smarter use of data and technology, and evidence-led decision making can improve fundraising effectiveness
· want to learn from real charity case studies and sector peers
· work in fundraising, marketing, communications, digital, CRM, insight or analytics within the charity sector
· are looking to connect with others facing similar challenges and opportunities
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 140.00 to GBP 645.00
