Champions for Children 2025

We’re thrilled to be part of The Big Give’s Champions for Children match funding campaign this year!

From Tuesday 3rd June to Tuesday 17th June, every donation made will be doubled, thanks to match funding from The Childhood Trust and our wonderful supporters.

One donation. Double the impact.

How Does it Work?

Champions for Children supports charities tackling child poverty across London. During the campaign, every pound you give is matched–doubling your impact.

Our target is to raise £6,225 in donations, which will be doubled to £12,500 thanks to pledges from our supporters and The Childhood Trust!

  • Donate £10 → We receive £20
  • Donate £50 → We receive £100 

With your support, we can continue providing life-changing early intervention mentoring to over 340 Little Londoners this year.

How Can You Help?

1. Donate

Every pound you give will be doubled. No matter the size, your donation will go twice as far for the children who need it most. 

Donate here: https://donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05WS000002IZpOYAW  

2. Share

Help us spread the word! Share our Instagram and LinkedIn posts, stories, and photos to help us reach even more people. Share our donation link with your networks and spread our message! 

3. Fundraise

Get creative! Host a bake sale, organise a coffee morning, or take on a two-week challenge such as running. Whatever you do, we’re here to support you.

Learn more about Champions for Children 

Thank you 

Your support means everything to us–and to the children we work with. We couldn’t do this without you. 

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Covenant Urged to Address ‘Breakdown in Trust’ Between Charities & Government

Charities are calling on the forthcoming Civil Society Covenant to tackle the “significant breakdown in trust” between the sector and the government. Read more here.

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DSC: Fundraising & AI Tips

Five things fundraisers should be thinking about right now

There are plenty of fundraising innovations going on right now, but often times rediscovering or reinventing tried and tested techniques can work well too. Here are five things fundraisers should be thinking about right now from Jay Kennedy, DSC’s Director of Policy and Research. Take a look here.

AI & grants fundraising

Ben Wittenberg, Director of Development and Delivery at DSC, looks at the use of AI in funding applications, listing some useful plus points as well as some things to watch out for. Take a look here.

 

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Fundraising Regulator: Introducing the New Code of Fundraising Practice

Our big news this month is we have published the new Code of Fundraising Practice (the code). This marks the end of our two year review to update the code and make sure it reflects evolving fundraising practices. The new code is a clearer, more streamlined and modern approach to fundraising regulation while ensuring existing public protections remain in place. You can read our blog from Suzanne McCarthy, Chair of our Standards Committee, on the changes the new code brings and how they promote public protection, accountability and excellence in fundraising. 

There will be a six month transition period before the new code comes into effect on 1 November 2025. This will give you time to review your processes and implement any changes. You can find out more below about the steps you can take to start preparing for the new code, and the additional support and guidance available. 

The new Code of Fundraising Practice has been published to reflect modern fundraising practices and will come into effect from 1 November 2025. The new code is available in both English and Welsh. 

Fundraising organisations should review the new code and support guides on our website and begin preparing to ensure compliance. 

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Dying Matters Week – 05-11.05.25: Events in the Borough

Please see below the events taking place next week in the borough, organised by local community matrons, in support of ‘Dying Matters Week’

The local community matron team are hosting a ‘Dying Matters’ event in Hammersmith & Fulham on 7th May 2025, spanning three locations: Parkview Centres for Health, King Street, and Parsons Green from 10am to 4pm.

This year, 5th–11th May 2025 marks Dying Matters Week, with 7th May 2025 dedicated as National Advance Care Plan (ACP) Day. The theme of this year’s Dying Matters Campaign is The Culture of Dying Matters. Together, we aim to help our community feel more comfortable discussing dying in ways that are meaningful to them.

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Majority of Women & Girls’ Charities Saw Rise in Demand over Past year, Report Finds

A survey of more than 200 women and girls’ charities and organisations – carried out by the think tank Pro Bono Economics and commissioned by Rosa, the UK fund for women and girls – found that 91% of respondents reported an increased demand for their services over the past year. Read more on Third Sector here.

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New Charity Commission Board Members Revealed

The government has appointed new members to the Charity Commission’s board. The solicitor Tasnim Khalid and digital transformation leader Alan Mather will take up their posts on the regulator’s board from 23 April, filling two existing vacancies. Read more here.

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Five Things Fundraisers Should be Thinking about Right Now

In an increasingly challenging financial environment for charities, it’s important to consider every opportunity and technique that could give your charity the edge. Read more here.

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Fundraising Regulator Launches Digital Fundraising Badge

The Fundraising Regulator has launched a digital fundraising badge, which allows charities and other organisations to link directly to their entry on the regulator’s directory. Read more here.

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Hold the Date: National Co-production Week Celebration Event 2025

Join us for our annual celebration of the National Co-production Week, hosted by Co-production Matters H&F. This event brings together Disabled residents, council officers, councillors, and community organisations who are working collaboratively to transform local services.

This year’s theme is “Co-production and Independent Living”

In our event, we will explore how we can build the council’s vision for independent living into current and future co-production work, all underpinned by the Social Model of Disability which focuses on removing the barriers for Disabled residents, working towards greater choice, control, and inclusion.

Date: Wednesday 2nd July 2025
Time: 4:00-7:00 PM
Place: Irish Cultural Centre, 5 Black’s Road, Hammersmith W6 9DT

The registration link is already available, so feel free to sign up early.

Light refreshments will be provided. There will be British Sign Language (BSL) interpreters and a palantypist at the event. The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please let us know about your access needs: send us an email to coproduction@lbhf.gov.uk or send a text to 07823 535 858.

Together, we’re making Hammersmith & Fulham the most accessible and inclusive borough in the country!

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