A Good Call

In response to a survey, which had over 100 responses, it was found that:

• Three quarters of respondents do currently use the telephone as part of their fundraising strategies − 74%.
• The most common use of the telephone in fundraising, used by 85% of respondents, is for welcome calls and relationship building/stewardship (excluding specific financial asks).
• While 68% of respondents felt confident in their understanding of the regulatory environment, a significant number indicated a lack of confidence regarding GDPR and PECR.

The report provides information and advice on how the telephone can be used in a range of ways to have great conversations with supporters, and aims to give organisations the confidence to make the most of the telephone as a way of connecting with supporters. It also debunks some common myths about telephone fundraising and helps charities to navigate the regulatory and legislative requirements and overcome any barriers they might have to use the telephone effectively.

Read The Institute of Fundraising - A Good Call: Using the Telephone for Successful Fundraising