Charities Aid Foundation (CAF)

We're excited to share our 20th annual UK Giving report, which sheds light on the story of charitable giving last year. From a record-breaking total to the emergence of 1 million ‘Super Givers,' this year's report highlights the generosity of the British public amidst challenging financial pressures. However, a concerning trend remains: while overall donations have reached a new high, we’re relying on a smaller group of regular givers, and the real value of donations eroded by inflation. The findings underscore the importance of sustaining and expanding the culture of giving to ensure the resilience of our charitable sector. Dive into the full UK Giving Report: https://lnkd.in/e9WX-Z_P #UKGiving #Philanthropy

AI is a tool with the potential to create real change in the charity sector 🤖 However, our recent research revealed there are misconceptions about what AI is - and isn’t - with people often citing examples of bad technology such as frustrating supermarket self-checkouts. Understanding and overcoming these perceptions is important to harnessing AI's potential. So for charities, clear communication and education about AI can help to ensure that your community is informed, engaged, and supportive of these advancements. Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21wJbea

CAF Bank has been proud to participate the Smart Futures Programme since its inception with The Chartered Banker Institute and EY Foundation The initiative gets great feedback from the students and I’m keen to thank them in return, because every year we get to work with inspiring young people who always make us think about some aspect of our organisation and our customer experience in a new and insightful way. Good luck to all of this year’s cohort! #banking #careersinbanking

Looking to improve your understanding of risk management for your charity? Unsure where to start or want to enhance your knowledge? Join Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) Bank's upcoming webinar "Is risk management just common sense?" on May 16th at 12PM (BST). Our Senior Risk Management Consultant, Scott Crichton, along with Richard Hunt, Director of Customer and Lending at CAF Bank, and Laurence Begley, Director of Health & Safety Services at AHR Consultants, will guide you through key topics including: • Understanding risk and why charities should maintain a risk register • The critical role trustees play in fostering a risk-aware culture • Implementing the 3 pillars of defensibility to address risks effectively • Practical documentation to support your risk management efforts Also, don't miss the opportunity to participate in the Q&A session at the end, where you can submit questions to the presenters! Register now for an insightful event: https://lnkd.in/drQuc7pv #riskmanagement #charity #trustee #insurance #webinar

An incredible 75% of adults supported charities in 2023, translating to more than 40 million people making a difference across the UK. From donating money and goods to sponsoring, volunteering, and fundraising, our #UKGivingReport highlights how, even in challenging times, we come together to support causes we care about. For more insights on giving trends in the UK, read the full UK Giving report: https://brnw.ch/21wJ7AS #UKGiving #Philanthropy #Charity

Hard-pressed charities are missing out on much-needed income as fewer employees are donating through Payroll Giving, our research has found. The latest data shows: ➡️ The number of employees using Payroll Giving has fallen by 13% since 2020 ➡️ There are now only 516,000 employees giving via this method, out of 30 million people on PAYE who could be eligible Despite the decline, our Payroll Giving policy briefing highlights clear opportunities to turn this downward trend around. Download the briefing: https://brnw.ch/21wJ4MA #PayrollGiving #Philanthropy

We're extremely proud to collaborate with AstraZeneca on the Powering Breast Cancer Progress grant programme which aims to improve care for patients regardless of who they are, or where they live 🎗️    Applications are open to charitable and non-profit organisations involved in the care and support of patients with breast cancer. Learn more ⬇

We’re delighted that CAF Bank has been commended in the ‘Best Charity Banking Provider’ category at the Business Moneyfacts Awards 2024. These awards recognise the outstanding efforts of the UK's top business banking and finance providers. We're proud of this recognition for the CAF Bank team, who always make sure our charity customers remain at the heart of what they do. #CAFBank #BankingWithPurpose #BMFAwards Business Moneyfacts Magazine Moneyfacts Group plc

CAF Bank were thrilled to join another group of students as they explore the dynamic career paths in banking and develop essential skills, through our work with the EY Foundation & The Chartered Banker Institute Smart Futures programme. This impactful initiative offers two weeks of paid work experience and business skills training to young people from low-income families, supporting them to understand how the banking sector operates and make meaningful connections within the industry. #CareersInBanking

Effectively implementing AI goes beyond acquiring technology; it also relies on the backing of your stakeholders. At CAF, we recognise the pivotal role of support from both our staff and donors in this 🤝 To help other charities on this journey, we've identified the key considerations for integrating AI with a human-first approach. Learn more in our blog: https://brnw.ch/21wITzR #AI #CharityAI #AIForCharities #Charities #ArtficialIntelligence