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The lowdown on Omaze

Omaze has raised an o-mazing £15m for UK-based charities, including @RSPCA, @ the British Heart Foundation, @ Teenage Cancer Trust, and @ The Prince’s Trust, since 2020.

Want to benefit from their next Million Pound House Draw? Find out how in our latest blog post.

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The value of fundraising lotteries

According to Mintel’s latest Lotteries Market Report, consumer spending on raffles and lotteries reached a record-breaking £4.2bn in 2022/23. And it’s estimated to rise to £9.4bn by 2029.

The numbers say it all. Lotteries are weathering the economic downturn, making them a valuable fundraising opportunity for charities.

Are you taking advantage?

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Top tips for first-time interviewers

Interview anxiety is a real thing.

But while there’s tons of advice out there for candidates, there’s very little for first-time interviewers.

If you’re a newbie interviewer, read on, as this post covers everything you need to know to nail the interview and find the right person for the job.

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Government urged to act over threat to small charities

In a letter to the PM, representatives from 900 small charities urged the PM to recognise the vital role they play in communities across the country and invest in the sector.

Did it have any effect?

Read on to find out.

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The rise of the charity shop

In 2022, fifty retail stores closed every day across the UK, and it’s a similar story this year. But one shop is bucking the trend – the charity shop.

Read on to find out why charity shops are thriving and how they're evolving to survive in the digital age.

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Introducing Microsoft Disability Answer Desk

If you have a disability, you’re probably aware of Microsoft’s suite of accessible products and tools, but did you know they have a dedicated Disability Answer Desk?

Find out how Microsoft’s assistive technology experts can help you with your accessibility conundrums in our latest blog post.

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