From microloans to social impact bonds, charities are thinking more about the consequences of their investments, writes Rosie Niven, a freelance journalist.
The Olympics and the jubilee helped neighbours to meet, but digital technology can help continue a sharing of interests and activities, believes Annika Small, chief executive of the Nominet Trust.
Peter Lewis, chief executive of the Institute of Fundraising, reflects on his first year in the role and outlines the challenges for fundraisers in the future.
In order to understand the donor experience, try donating to your charity on your website and it will be an eye-opening experience, says fundraising expert Pamela Grow.