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…
A recent report from Warbox has revealed a troubling truth about charity websites – they’re falling short when it comes to user experience. Featured in Charity Times, the findings revealed that the charity sector ranks among the worst for online experiences – with an average website performance score of just 78 (anything between 50-89 needs…
Mobile giving now leads online donations. Discover why optimising for mobile and digital wallets boosts charity fundraising and donor conversions.
The UK government is shaking things up with data protection laws and a big change is on the horizon: the introduction of the soft opt-in for charity email marketing. This would be a real boost for supporter engagement.
The PCI DSS v4.0 compliance deadline is fast approaching, and charities handling online donations must act now to meet stricter security requirements. These changes aim to protect donor data, prevent fraud, and strengthen payment security.
We’ve had some cracking webinars taking place this year! To get hold of the link and passcode for any of the following, drop us a line at hello@godonate.digital!
goDonate's Online Donations December Insights Report provides Christmas fundraising tips for charities to help boost fundraising.
