Fundraising First Thing: Society lotteries: a bet worth taking?

8 November 2016 London

Interactive breakfast seminars which provide a unique forum for open debate and an opportunity to connect with your peers.

09:00 - 11:30, Tuesday 8 November, CIWEM, London

Join our exclusive briefing this November as we discuss & debate the role of society lotteries; our panel will address the regulation surrounding lottery fundraising, best practice & how to maximise earning potential and the future of lottery fundraising programmes.

This event is designed to provide space for charities to debate with other charities. As a result, there are no corporate spaces available and we will withdraw places booked by non-charity delegates. We will issue a refund minus an administration fee of 15%.  

If you are interested in sponsoring a future FFT please contact Yvette on 020 7819 1202 or via [email protected].

Programme

08 November 2016

  • 9.00AM - 9.25AM
    Morning coffee and informal networking
    Morning coffee and informal networking
  • 9.25AM - 9.30AM
    Chair's welcome
    Stephen Cotterill, editor, Fundraising Magazine
  • 9.30AM - 9.35AM
    Ice-breakers
    Ice-breakers
  • 9.35AM - 9.55AM
    Case study: Diabetes UK

    This session will explore how society lotteries have been utilised an effective fundraising tool and the potential they show for a self-sustaining fundraising model. Pauline McCulloch will share the role of the lottery at Diabetes UK in targeting and engaging a more diverse pool of donors, and the strategy implemented to retain them. How are they addressing the inherent challenges around retention and regulation?

    Pauline McCulloch, supporter acquisition manager, Diabetes UK
  • 9.55AM - 10.15AM
    A big tool for a small charity?

    David Griffiths will discuss facing fierce competition from the larger ‘superbrands’ across the marketplace, how to effectively utilise lotteries in a small charity and how to get heard ‘above the noise’ of other society lotteries.

    David Griffiths, Chief Executive Officer, The Hospice Lottery Partnership

  • 10.15AM - 10.40AM
    Coffee break
    Coffee break
  • 10.40AM - 11.00AM
    State of play

    Do current regulations governing lotteries reflect the importance of this revenue stream, and how does this impact their scope for growth?

    Rachel Ruxton, head of communications, People’s Postcode Lottery

     
  • 11.00AM - 11.30AM
    Where do we go now? Q&A

    Have we reached a saturation point with lotteries, and how can charities implement this as an effective fundraising tool in a digital landscape?

Testimonials

Leoni Padilla

Sue Ryder

Very inspiring speakers

Gemma Leary

Friends of the Elderly

Excellent choice of speakers, great mix of attendees. Very timely subject matter

James Togurt

RNIB

Inspiring! A really great mix of experience from the sector.

Emily Pond

Breast Cancer Now

Really inspiring speakers, lots of enthusiasm and energy early in the morning

Russell Winch

Zoological Society of London

Really enjoyed the learning, a very interesting and diverse group of attendees

 

Prices

Early bird by 14 October
£40*

Standard fee (after 14 October)  
£50*   

*All prices exc VAT 

This event is designed to provide space for charities to debate with other charities. As a result, there are no corporate spaces available and we will withdraw places booked by non-charity delegates. We will issue a refund minus an administration fee of 15%. 

Venue

CIWEM
106-109 Saffron Hill
London
EC1N 8QS

Location map and further information