We're pleased to announce our continuing growth with the introduction of two new members to our leadership team; experts Scott Gray and Vanessa Cartwright as Non-Executive Directors. Scott is the Founder of Graytide, a consultancy specialising in payment value creation. He brings more than 25 years’ experience and expertise in payments and technology to the…
We're delighted to announce the appointment of Derek Hill into the role of Director of Partnerships and Growth. Derek joins goDonate with more than 15 years’ experience in charity partnerships, digital fundraising and tech for good, across leading platforms and charities including JustGiving, Farewill, NSPCC and Save The Children. Most recently, he was Head of…
As charities look ahead to 2026, one thing is becoming increasingly clear: the answer to improving online donations isn’t simply to spend more, push harder, or shout louder. Digital fundraising has matured. Supporters have matured with it. And many of the tactics that once drove growth now risk doing the opposite — creating noise, fatigue,…
The Autumn Budget landed at a pivotal moment for UK charities. Demand is rising, operating costs are increasing and donor confidence is fragile. Some measures, like changes to welfare support, may ease the immediate pressure on families and communities. Others – including tax changes affecting higher earners and ongoing pressure on household budgets – could…
It’s the season of ghosts, ghouls, and glowing pumpkins — but for many UK charities, the biggest fright doesn’t come from haunted houses. It comes from cyber threats targeting online donations, charity websites, and supporter data. With more donors giving online than ever, charity website security and safe donation forms are critical to protecting your…
Half of UK adults now regularly use mobile payments — a clear signal that digital giving habits are accelerating. According to BBC News, 50% of adults in the UK now use mobile payment services like Apple Pay or Google Pay at least once a month, up from 34% in 2023. This shift is reshaping not just how we shop, but how we donate.
Recently, our CEO Vicky from goDonate attended a thought-provoking session hosted by Gravity In. Joining fellow professionals from the fintech and payments industries they delved into the emerging world of Agentic AI. While the technological developments discussed were at the cutting edge of innovation, it was the potential impact beyond commercial use that sparked the…
As digital donations continue to rise, so too does the interest of those with malicious intent. As naturally more trusted organisations, charities are increasingly attractive online targets for fraudsters. These 'bad actors' seek to exploit their online fundraising efforts for illegal gains. From card testing scams to phishing schemes, fraud in the donation space is…
Back in February, we spotlighted the soft opt‑in amendment in our blog. As of 11 June 2025, that amendment has officially passed through Parliament and nears Royal Assent, marking a new era for email fundraising for UK charities. Thanks to lobbying from the Data & Marketing Association (DMA), Chartered Institute of Fundraising (CIOF), Fundraising Regulator,…
We were delighted to return to this year’s CIOF Fundraising Convention with our exhibition stand, and to reconnect in person with so many fundraisers, charity leaders, and digital teams to talk all things online giving. Across two lively days, we had some really engaging conversations about how charities are approaching digital fundraising – from optimising…
