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Why do people give?The one where we discuss what donors tell us about why they give with Amber NathanHave you ever wondered what really makes people give to charity – and why they sometimes stop? Well, we’ve got the answers for you in today’s episode of Two Ps on a Pod!Together with Giles Pegram CBE, I’m interviewing Bluefrog’s Head of Research, Amber Nathan who has spent much of the last twenty years interviewing thousands of donors worldwide. This conversation is packed full of insights that will transform your fundraising strategy.Here’s what you’ll learn:• The real emotional drivers that move the most valuable donors to give. • Why...
2025-01-271h 01
Forbidden HistoryRoyal Rebel: The Life of Princess MargaretIn this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we take a look at the life of Princess Margaret, Queen Elizabeth II’s younger sister. Known for her beauty, style and glamorous lifestyle, Margaret was an intriguing figure who broke the royal mould and was often deemed the ‘rebellious royal’.Cast List:Dr. Tracy Borman: Royal Historian & Chief Curator at Historic Royal PalacesHallie Rubenhold: Author & HistorianJames Sherwood: Author & BroadcasterTony McMahon: Author & HistorianDominic Selwood: Author & HistorianChristopher Warwick: Princess Margaret’s Author...
2025-01-2146 minWhy do people give?The second part of our Regular Giving discussionIf you’re looking for deeper insights into what’s working (and what’s not) in regular giving, Giles Pegram and I are back with Part Two of our deep dive into all things RG on this new episode of Two Ps on a Pod.Here’s what we’re covering today:Stewardship & Upgrades – How and when to upgrade regular givers, and by how much.Mid-Value Giving & Membership Programmes – The pros, cons, and how to build RG portfolios effectively.1% Attrition Challenge – Can we realistically achieve this? What about face-to-face recruitment?Mystery Giving & Cancellation Pro...
2025-01-1555 minWhy do people give?Why has Relationship Fundraising Failed? With Ken BurnettI'm back with another episode of Two Ps on a Pod with Giles Pegram CBE, and one of my favourite fundraisers, Ken Burnett. In today's episode you'll hear that we chat about the brand-new edition of Ken’s fantastic book on donor-centred fundraising, Relationship Fundraising.You'll hear that we don't tell Ken how brilliant the book is (it is brilliant). Instead, we look critically at why Relationship Fundraising has failed! After all, there are very few significant charities that practice it today.Despite evidence supporting Relationship Fundraising as the sole long-term strategy guaranteed to bo...
2024-09-171h 00Why do people give?Interview with Sir Peter Wanless, CEO of NSPCCI’m pleased to be able to share Episode 2 of 'Two Ps on a Pod' with Giles Pegram CBE, where we had an incredible conversation with Sir Peter Wanless of NSPCC. We dug deep into the world of fundraising from the unique perspective of a CEO.🎙️ This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for insider tips on engaging your CEO with your fundraising mission. Did you know Sir Peter dedicates about 40% of his time to fundraising? He’s even sold some of his favorite shirts and abseiled down buildings for the cause!Key topics include:
2024-07-011h 02Why do people give?The introduction to Two Ps on a PodI've got something special for you today!Over the past few years, I've recorded several Why Do People Give? podcasts with Giles Pegram CBE, which have always been well recieved. We've typically discussed specific issues affecting the sector, such as COVID-19 and the cost-of-living crisis, providing insights and recommendations for fundraisers.However, we both had thoughts about bringing other voices to your attention, both within and outside the sector. So, we've created a new video podcast on YouTube – but you can also listen to the audio here.It's called Two Ps on a Po...
2024-06-171h 01
Charity Questions by DSCCharity Questions Podcast - 2x07Charity Questions is back! after a little break, we continue with our monthly podcast episodes! On this one, we have the privilege to chat with Giles Pegram, a fundraising consultant with three decades of experience as a Fundraising Director.
2024-03-1520 min
Why do people give?The missing £5 billion one with Giles PegramOver the last month, I've shared a series of videos on LinkedIn looking at the reasons behind the fact that since 2005 we've seen individual giving income shrink – in real terms – by £5 billion. I'm joined today by fundraising consultant, Giles Pegram where we dig into the reasons behind this decline and make a few suggestions about what we have to do as a sector if we want to turn things around.
2024-03-0754 min
CharityChatE271 - Fundraising First Principles With Giles Pegram CBEIn this episode we speak with friend of the show, Giles Pegram CBE, about fundraising, how it may or may not be changing, and some fundraising first principles that we can all benefit from keeping in mind. Giles is a seasoned fundraiser with heaps of expertise and it was great to catchup up with him again.
2024-02-1123 min
Fundraising Bright Spots50. More ways to create an AMAZING experience for your supporters - Richard TurnerIf you’d like tangible examples and wise principles to help deliver successful fundraising during the pandemic, I hope you’re going to find this episode really helpful. It’s the second part of an interview with a brilliant fundraiser named Richard Turner, who shares highlights from a new piece of research carried out by the Chartered Institute of Fundraising’s Supporter Experience group. Over recent months, Richard and his colleagues in the group, Giles Pegram and Angela Cluff have studied charities that have been achieving fundraising success this year by giving their supporters a great experience. They’ve just publi...
2021-01-1225 minFundraising Bright Spots45. Richard Turner – How to create fabulous experiences for your supportersIf you’re looking for sound principles and real examples to help you deliver successful fundraising during the pandemic, I hope you’re going to find this episode really helpful. Because this time I’m sharing the first part of an interview with a hugely experienced fundraiser named Richard Turner, who shares his highlights from an inspiring new piece of research carried out by the Chartered Institute of Fundraising’s Supporter Experience group. Over recent months, Richard and his colleagues in the group, Angela Cluff and Giles Pegram have searched out charities that have been achieving fundraising success this year by...
2020-12-0131 min
Why do people give?Why do people give? The supporter experience podcast with Giles Pegram.It’s been a while, but I’ve moved away from video back to the podcast for another great chat with Giles Pegram.Giles joined me to share his thoughts about what fundraisers should be doing to prepare for 2021. But most importantly, he spoke about a great new project that has produced some essential reading for us all – Fundraising in The Time of Covid-19, recently published by the Chartered Institute of Fundraising’s Supporter Experience special interest group. Giles and I met about ten days ago, but because of pressure of work, I’ve only just been a...
2020-11-2442 minCharityChatE115 - Project X With Giles Pegram CBEWhat is Project X and how can it help charities to engage with their supporters to achieve more for their beneficiaries? How can charities keep their head above water during the Covid-19 pandemic and find ways of growing their work now and in the future? In this episode we speak to friend of the show, Giles Pegram CBE about all this and more.
2020-11-1530 min
Four Minutes in FundraisingBonus: Crisis FundraisingIn today's episode, renowned Fundraiser, Giles Pegram, reminds us that "fundraising is not about money, its about important work that needs to be done". In this super inspiring conversation with Carol, he also shares his three top tips for raising funds during a crisis and what you should be telling your donors now.
2020-06-2204 minCharityChatE84 -Relationship Building With Nick Burne & Giles Pegram CBEIn this week's episode we speak to Nick Burne about how charities can and should be approaching virtual events on Facebook to support their fundraisers to maximise their giving. We then talk to Giles Pegram CBE about what charities can be doing to engage with their supporters to ensure that they have the best experience possible and what impact this will have on their cause during this difficult time.
2020-04-1254 minWhy do people give?The Coronavirus special with Giles PegramThis is unprecedented territory for fundraisers. Few of us will have experienced anything like this.To help people gets their immediate response into place - before planning commences for the medium to long-term – I thought it would be useful to record a conversation with Giles Pegram. Giles featured in episode one of Why Do People Give? and with 30 years experience of fundraising as Appeals Director at the NSPCC, he is as good a resource as any.Things are changing on a daily basis. What we need to do today will not be the same as ye...
2020-03-1949 minWhy do people give?The Mid-Level one with Angela CluffThis is a must-listen for anyone interested in mid-level donors. It's actually a must-listen for everyone, but particularly for those with mid-level donors within their remit.Angela Cluff started out her career at the British Heart Foundation before moving to the NSPCC where she was Head of Major Donor Development. She then became joint head of the Full Stop Campaign and Giles Pegram's deputy. As well as being the Vice-Chair of Oxfam GB, Angela now works as a consultant. There are so many highlights here that it's hard to single any out. It really is a...
2020-03-021h 03CharityChatE79 - The Donor Experience With Giles Pegram CBEWhat is the Donor Experience and why is it important that charities understand and embrace it? We ask this and more in our conversation with highly acclaimed fundraiser and consultant Giles Pegram CBE.
2020-03-0129 minWhy do people give?The one with Giles PegramGiles is one of the most successful fundraisers I know. He dramatically changed the fortunes of the NSPCC over the course of three decades, taking them from an income of under £5 million with reserves that would keep them going for just two months to an organisation with a huge national reach and an income of over 140 million a year.You'll find out how he achieved this as he shares his thoughts on how to appoint and work with agencies, how to run successful capital campaigns, the importance of thanking, how he led his team, his thoughts about w...
2019-12-021h 22CharityChatE56 - CEOs and Fundraising With Giles Pegram CBEWhat is the role of the CEO when it comes to fundraising? How can Fundraising Directors work with their CEO to deliver on fundraising for their beneficiaries. In this episode we speak to Giles Pegram CBE about this and more.
2019-04-2124 minCharityChatE52 - Fundraising Genesis With Dr. Kiki KoutmeridouFor small charities looking to develop their fundraising, or new charities hoping to raise funds for their work, what are the starting points that will bring fundraising success? In this episode we speak to Giles Pegram CBE about all this and more.
2019-02-2436 minCharityChatE29 - The Full Stop campaignHow do charities run hugely successful fundraising campaigns - we asked Giles Pegram CBE, architect of the NSPCCs hugely successful 'Full Stop campaign'.
2018-04-1527 min