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Giving Tuesday 2026 falls on Tuesday 1 December. This UK guide covers the eight-step campaign playbook for small charities, Gift Aid declaration capture, matched giving, peer-to-peer fundraising, and channel tactics for email and social, all in one place, free with Zeffy.

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Raffles are one of the quickest ways for UK charities, PTAs, village halls and community groups to raise funds. This step-by-step guide covers the legal framework under the Gambling Act 2005, how to register a small society lottery with your local council, what must appear on your tickets, and how to promote and close your raffle correctly, all in plain English, with links to the relevant Gambling Commission and HMRC guidance.

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GoFundMe is one of the world's biggest crowdfunding platforms, but UK charities and not-for-profits have a different set of needs: Gift Aid handling, Fundraising Regulator alignment, and the option of a platform that genuinely keeps 100% of every £1 raised. This guide compares the best GoFundMe alternatives for UK charities in 2026, with real fees in £ and an honest take on Gift Aid, the JustGiving tip prompt, and what a registered charity actually needs from a fundraising platform.

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Every pound you lose to ticketing fees is a pound off your mission. This guide compares the seven best Eventbrite alternatives for UK charities in 2026, with honest fees, real UK examples, and a clear verdict on which platform suits your events.

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Zeffy is free for charities because donors can choose to add a voluntary contribution at checkout. No platform fee, no transaction fee, no credit card fee. Ever. This article explains how the model works, why it is different from the tip prompts UK donors distrust, and what it means for Gift Aid and your fundraising stack.

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Zeffy is the only 100% free fundraising platform for charities. How does Zeffy work? Our Help Centre is here to help answer all your FAQs.

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Looking for smart ways to raise money at school? Discover 95 ideas that students love. Keep 100% of what you raise with Zeffy's zero-fee fundraising tools.

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Swamped & under-resourced? This guide to corporate grants is built for small nonprofits ready to land real funding, without 10-page proposals.

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Get a free, copy-and-paste nonprofit CEO job description template. Includes key responsibilities, qualifications, salary data by org size, and a small nonprofit CEO template.

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Explore how Stripe for nonprofits works, uncover fee details, and application steps for nonprofit discounts, and compare top alternatives to maximize your fundraising efforts.

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Thinking about using Square for your nonprofit? See how its fees stack up and why many small nonprofits are switching to a 100% free alternative.

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Losing money to donation fees? PayPal takes 1.99% + $0.49 per gift. That’s thousands your nonprofit could be using elsewhere. Use our free calculator to see what you’re losing, and how to stop it.

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Compare the 16 best accredited grant writing certification programs — from free online courses to university credentials. Find options by cost, format, and experience level.

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Compare 8 fundraising sites side by side — fees, features, and real user reviews. Find the best fit for your nonprofit or personal fundraiser, including the only 100% free option.

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Elevate your Giving Tuesday campaign with our tips on creating impactful social media posts for nonprofit fundraising success.

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Stop losing time and donations to piecemeal tools. Discover the 10 best event fundraising platforms, including Zeffy, the only all-in-one, zero-fee solution for grassroots nonprofits.

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Need help running your next event? Use our ultimate nonprofit event planning guide — plus free checklist and templates — to get started.

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Running a fundraiser on a tight budget and short on time? Discover 50+ simple, low-cost event ideas used by real grassroots nonprofits—and learn how to keep 100% of the donations you raise.

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Grassroots nonprofit? Discover proven strategies to secure corporate sponsorships even with limited resources.

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Grab the nonprofit basics on Google Ad Grants. Learn how Google Ad Grants for nonprofits work, eligibility requirements, and tips to maximize results.

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First golf fundraiser? No problem. Learn how to plan a charity golf tournament in 10 simple steps, add 25+ revenue ideas, and run it all on a zero-fee platform—no golf experience needed.

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New to fundraising? This complete 8-step guide helps nonprofits plan events with confidence. Download your free planning kit and discover how to boost donations—without hidden fees.

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