Connected, Resilient, Impactful: Funding and Fundraising in 2025 and Beyond
9:40 AM - 10:15 AM
Monday, November 24, 2025
In a sector shaped by economic uncertainty, shifting donor and applicant expectations, and rapid technological change, how are leading organisations adapting their funding and fundraising strategies? This mainstage panel brings together voices from across the nonprofit and education sectors to explore how funding and fundraising are evolving, and how we can stay ahead of the curve. We will discuss how organisations are diversifying income streams and grant portfolios, embracing AI and automation, and breaking down data silos to build more connected, efficient, and impactful operations. With insights from leaders who are navigating these changes in real time, this session will offer practical takeaways and strategic inspiration for the future of funding and fundraising.
Location
Presenters
Emma Douglas - World Land Trust
Sarah Howes - University Of Southampton
Tristan O'Dwyer - Blackbaud
Rachel Nelmes - The Henry Smith Foundation
Lord Jim Knight