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The Fundraising Regulator, Charity Commission for England and Wales, and Action Fraud have joined forces to remind people how to give with confidence over the festive period. Christmas is a time when people across the UK are more likely to donate to charity than at any other time of the year. However, donors must remain vigilant. Last year, there were 484 reports of charity-related fraud and cyber-crime, resulting in a total loss of £1,177,773. Those behind these cyber attacks take advantage of public generosity by creating fake appeal websites, sending email appeals that falsely use the names of genuine charities, and launching appeals from fake charities. To help you give safely this Christmas, the regulators have provided simple steps for safer giving:

We Have An Urgent Need For Our Angel Food Assistance Fund - Please Donate One of our most important programs is our Angel Food Assistance Fund. This fund provides immediate assistance for families struggling with food insecurity. We currently have 13 applications with emergency food needs, but our Angel Food Assistance Fund is running low. We need to raise $2,000 today in order to meet the critical needs of these 13 families and their children to ensure they don't go to bed hungry tonight. Donate today, and a child eats tonight. Will you please make a donation of $25 or more tonight to help us reach our goal? If just 1% of the people who see this message today make a tax-deductible donation, it will make a huge difference in this lives of these families. Donate: https://lnkd.in/eaYyd5Q9 #nonprofit #charity #foodinsecurity #familycharity #foodassistance

Home Instead West Norfolk takes to the skies for Home Instead Charities!🪂 Our West Norfolk team here at Home Instead is soaring to new heights – literally! They're gearing up for a charity skydive to raise funds to combat loneliness amongst older adults in our communities. Did you know that loneliness can have a significant impact on health and well-being? At Home Instead, we envision a world where older adults can continue to play an active and inclusive role in society. Through thoughtful social activities and companionship, we aim to empower them to live happy, healthy, and connected lives. That's why we're taking the plunge (safely, of course!) to raise vital funds for Home Instead charities. All donations will go towards initiatives that bring joy, connection, and emotional well-being to older adults across the UK, helping to prevent loneliness and isolation. We'd be incredibly grateful for your support! Every donation, big or small, will make a real difference in the lives of older adults. Please visit our fundraising page (link in comments) to donate and help us reach our target! #skydiving #charity #homeinsteadcharities #aging #wellbeing #loneliness #isolation #community #donate #makeadifference #westnorfolk

Today is the International Day of Charity – a fantastic opportunity to recognise the amazing work carried out by charitable organisations around the world, and to make a donation if you can. We know there are lots of charities to choose from, but here’s why we’d love you to choose RAPAID: 👉 A casualty can tragically bleed to death within just three to five minutes, often before the emergency services have time to arrive. By equipping cabs with life-saving bandages, RAPAID empowers ordinary people to flag down the vital resources they need to #stopthebleed within those first, critical minutes following an injury. 👉 RAPAID's focus is on stopping the bleed. Your funding helps us extend our mission far and wide, ensuring that emergency bandage kits are accessible in a variety of public places – from schools and taxis to workplaces and other venues. By supporting RAPAID, you're contributing to building a resilient community where people are equipped to help each other in times of crisis. Together, we’re creating a safer UK, one kit at a time. To donate, visit: https://lnkd.in/e8npec3t #InternationalDayOfCharity #RAPAID #Charity

And in this picture is the custodian of delivering this years Hamper Scamper Daniel Chun. It’s a huge effort, and responsibility, so please do dig deep and do what you can. Food: Festuve 5 is a real priority. A festive dessert – from Christmas cake to Christmas pud, Yule be adding a sweet treat to your shopping basket. Tasty biscuits or mince pies – whether you are team mince pies or team choccy biscuits, these little treats are the perfect way to celebrate the festive season. Chocolates – December may be the only time of year when chocolate for breakfast is acceptable! Share your favourites and add a box to your shopping trolley! Savoury snacks – sometimes it’s nice to break up the sweetness with something savoury. Now where did we put that tube of Pringles…? Hot drinks – like a hug in a mug, you can’t go wrong with a warming cup of hot chocolate, coffee or fancy tea.

The latest (2023) Give.org Donor Trust Special Report unveils insights on charity trust and accountability derived from a survey of over 3,100 adults in the US and Canada. Key findings reveal that while 70% of participants prioritize trust before donating, only 20% have high trust in charities. In December 2022, veterans organizations (27.9%) and not-for-profit hospitals (27.1%) surpassed religious organizations as the most trusted category for the first time. Following closely were religious organizations (26.1%), animal welfare (25.9%), and social service charities (24.9%). The report highlights the top factors signaling charity trustworthiness: 1) accomplishments shared by the organization; 2) third-party evaluation by an independent entity; 3) name recognition; 4) financial ratios (a top choice for wealthier donors); 5) passion and sincerity in the appeal. #Charity #Trust #Accountability #GiveOrg #Survey #Insights

From Awareness to Action

Assistance dogs aren't just pets; they're life-changing companions 🐾 With your donation, we can continue to provide support to individuals with disabilities. To learn more and make a difference check out our website here:. https://lnkd.in/e93xhsMz #HelpfulHounds #Fundraiser #donate #charity #disabilityawareness #dogtraining 

One of the often overlooked consequences of a cost-of-living crisis is the impact on charities. When people have less, they have less to give. There are 27,000 registered charities in Aotearoa, many of which provide life-changing services to our society's most vulnerable. As discussed in this RNZ piece, too many are now struggling to make ends meet. To all those currently working in the charity/non-profit sector- you are not invisible. Thank you for all that you do. https://lnkd.in/gUcC9r6e

Assistance dogs aren't just pets; they are life-changing companions ❤️ With your donation, we can continue to provide support to individuals with disabilities. To learn more and make a difference check out our website here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e93xhsMz #HelpfulHounds #Fundraiser #donate #charity #disabilityawareness #dogtraining  #dogsofinstagram #dogsoffacebook