A lifetime of impact, a career in fundraising.
We are the Chartered Institute of Fundraising, the membership body for UK fundraising. We are a charity representing and championing the work of individual fundraisers, charities, and their partners. We believe fundraising can be the most rewarding of careers, full of contribution and achievement.
NEW: Nominations are open for the 2026 National Fundraising Awards!
The National Fundraising Awards is your chance to celebrate and recognise the creativity, dedication, and innovation that transforms lives and communities.
With 12 categories to choose from, including the exciting new Fundraising Leader of the Year category, entries are completely free and you can submit nominations in more than one category.
Join the Chartered Institute of Fundraising and become part of an active community of fundraising all across the UK. We are here to support you throughout your career.
We are proud to support fundraisers at all stages of their career, from entry level to director roles. We provide world-leading professional development opportunities to continuously enhance knowledge, skills and behavioural capability in the charity sector. We also support fundraisers to find their next step on the career ladder with our jobs board.