Rising Stars

Are you a rising star in the fundraising profession?  

We want to showcase the talent of those who joined the fundraising sector in the last 2 years and who will go on to play a big part in progressing our sector. 

The last couple of years have very been difficult for our sector, facing a cost-of living-crisis and still feeling the aftermath of the pandemic. The theme of this year's Fundraising Convention is Fundraising with Purpose.

In these recent challenging times, it has been easy for fundraisers to lose sight of the ‘why’ of their roles: that of the impact on beneficiaries and their role in the wider charity sector. This year’s theme will act as reminder of the reasons fundraisers do what they do. And Fundraising Convention 2025 will provide you with the forum to learn, grow and share with peers, in the knowledge that together we can best serve our causes and communities both now and in the future

We are looking for fundraisers who can demonstrate how they have grown and developed professionally, how they have connected with and supported others and how they have consequently increased impact within their organisation during these difficult times.   

For the successful applicants, we’ll pair you with a mentor who will help you shape your idea and help you develop it into a five-minute presentation to deliver at Fundraising Convention 2025.

The deadline for applications is Monday 18 November.