The Charity Show

In Ep.3 of The Charity Show, hosts Tim Beynon and Piers Townley explore the power of small charities and volunteers, as well as bringing you the latest inspiring stories and insights from the third sector. Tim shares the exciting news that The Fire Fighters Charity has received Royal patronage from King Charles, continuing a legacy of Royal support. Meanwhile, Piers celebrates a milestone for The Brain Tumour Charity, which has raised £1 million through its partnership with retail giant Wickes. Our special guest this week is Sarah White, Chief Executive of Supershoes, a creative and volunteer-driven charity that crafts custom-designed shoes for children undergoing cancer treatment. Sarah discusses the charity's journey from a simple act of kindness to a national organisation, the importance of volunteer artists, the mighty power of small charities and the impact of personalised gifts on children's wellbeing. We also honour the incredible legacy of Rob Burrow, whose advocacy and fundraising for motor neurone disease (MND) has left an indelible mark, culminating in the groundbreaking of the Rob Burrow Centre for MND. Additionally, Piers highlights the charitable arm of the Chelsea Flower Show, Project Giving Back, which provides UK charities with the opportunity to showcase their work through beautiful garden displays. Finally, we celebrate our Superstars of the Week: Nihar Kandakar, a dedicated volunteer for The Wolfpack Project, and Shilpa Sheddev, who bravely skydived for Leukaemia UK. Join us for these heartwarming stories and discover how you can get involved and make a difference in the charity sector. Get in touch with the show - Send us a message: https://tr.ee/OvwtI-oDvJ - Email us: thecharityshowpod@gmail.com - Send us a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecharityshow/message - Answer our episode question on Spotify - Check out our episode poll on Spotify Chapters (00:00) Introduction (00:53) Welcome to the show (04:01) Coming up (08:33) This week's news: Rob Burrow and Chelsea Flower Show (11:36) Project Giving Back (15:20) Supershoes (16:26) Welcome Sarah, CEO of Supershoes (19:22) Early days of Supershoes (20:51) Supershoes' volunteer model (31:02) The power of being a small charity (34:51) Working with partners (39:33) The future of Supershoes (42:05) Advice to others (43:19) This week's Superstars (46:36) Coming soon Featured Charities: - The Fire Fighters Charity: https://www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/ - The Brain Tumour Charity: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/ - Supershoes: https://www.supershoes.org.uk/ - Leukaemia UK: https://www.leukaemiauk.org.uk/ - The Wolfpack Project: https://www.thewolfpackproject.org.uk/ - Project Giving Back: https://www.givingback.org.uk/ - Leeds Hospitals Charity https://www.leedshospitalscharity.org.uk/ - Motor Neurone Disease Association https://www.mndassociation.org/ - Bowel Research UK https://www.bowelresearchuk.org/ - Young Lives vs Cancer https://www.younglivesvscancer.org.uk/ Full episode transcript: - Read here: https://thecharityshowtranscripts.blogspot.com/2024/06/episode-3-full-transcript.html --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecharityshow/message

In this enlightening episode of The Charity Show, join hosts Tim Beynon and Piers Townley as they delve into the transformative world of charity rebranding with guest Richard Jane, Director of External Affairs at Brainkind. Richard shares the intricate journey the charity has taken from The Disabilities Trust to Brainkind, revealing the strategic decisions needed to rebrand, the importance of stakeholder engagement, and the balancing act between honouring legacy and embracing a new identity. Find out how a rebrand can redefine an organisation's trajectory, the crucial role of staff and beneficiaries in the process, and why sometimes, the cost of not rebranding might outweigh the investment. Richard's insights are a treasure trove for any charity considering a rebrand, offering a candid look at the challenges and triumphs of such a significant transition. Plus, we celebrate the extraordinary efforts of fundraisers, from nine-year-old Arthur Middleton's mountainous challenge to 107-year-old Joan Willett's inspiring walk, proving that passion for a cause knows no age. Tune in for these heartwarming stories and learn how you too can nominate a superstar fundraiser or volunteer for our next episode. Your input is always welcome; share your charity's achievements or suggest topics for us to explore. Follow The Charity Show on your favorite podcast platform, leave a review to help us reach more listeners, and become an integral part of a community that's dedicated to making a difference. Get in touch with the show ⁠Send us a message⁠: ⁠https://tr.ee/OvwtI-oDvJ⁠ Email us: ⁠thecharityshowpod@gmail.com⁠ Send us a voice message: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecharityshow/message⁠ Answer our episode question on Spotify Check out our episode poll on Spotify Episode Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (00:53) Welcome to episode two (02:20) Mental Health Awareness Week (03:46) Coming up (07:09) If you were a brand... (09:13) Jelly Babies and Help for Heroes (11:36) Rebranding - Richard Jane, Brainkind (14:52) Introducing Brainkind (17:51) Why rebrand from The Disabilities Trust? (19:51) Consulting with staff and beneficiaries (25:49) Sticking points along the way (28:05) Rollout (30:16) Working with an agency (33:12) Impact of the rebrand (37:35) Advice for others (38:57) Superstars of the week (45:08) Coming soon Featured Charities: The Fire Fighters Charity: ⁠https://www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/⁠ The Brain Tumour Charity: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/ British Heart Foundation: https://www.bhf.org.uk/ Brainkind: https://www.brainkind.org/ Help for Heroes: https://www.helpforheroes.org.uk/ Mental Health Foundation: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/ Horatio's Garden: https://www.horatiosgarden.org.uk/ Full episode transcript: Read here: https://thecharityshowtranscripts.blogspot.com/2024/05/episode-2-full-transcript.html --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecharityshow/message

Join us for the premiere episode of The Charity Show, where longstanding charity comms professionals Tim Beynon and Piers Townley dive deep into the heart of charity innovation and inspiration. In this inaugural journey, we explore the audacious beginnings of new charities amidst global upheaval, with special guest Alex Staniforth, the co-founder of Mind Over Mountains. Alex shares his personal struggles with mental health and how his passion for the great outdoors inspired the creation of an organisation that blends nature's healing power with professional mental health support. Discover the ingenious PR stunts that are making waves, like the Oddballs Foundation's cheeky shadow play on Westminster Bridge, and learn how Age UK is helping new staff understand the elderly's mobility challenges with a gerontologic test suit. We also shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes of charity, from marathon runners in outlandish costumes to a 7-year-old boy's brave ascent of Mount Snowdon. Plus, we'll unpack the strategies charities are employing to navigate the challenging waters of the third sector. Whether you're a charity veteran or a newcomer eager to make a difference, The Charity Show is your biweekly dose of inspiration, insight, and involvement. Follow us on your favorite podcast platform, and become part of the conversation by sharing your stories and questions. Together, let's make every episode a step towards a better world. Get in touch with the show Send us a message: https://tr.ee/OvwtI-oDvJ Email us: thecharityshowpod@gmail.com Send us a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecharityshow/message Answer our episode question on Spotify Check out our episode poll 📋 Episode Chapters (00:00) Welcome to the show (01:16) Coming up in this episode (02:04) A genius campaign, involving a bridge! (04:27) Empathising with those you support through tech (08:27) Alex Staniforth - Welcome to the show (12:10) The inspiration behind Mind Over Mountains (16:48) New charity admin (19:11) How is the charity funded now? (21:52) The difference made by a Chief Exec (23:36) Taking a step back (25:46) Looking to the future for Mind Over Mountains (28:02) Raising half a million pounds (31:50) Stars of the show - Amazing fundraisers and volunteers (39:18) Get in touch with the show Charities featured in this episode: The Fire Fighters Charity: https://www.firefighterscharity.org.uk/ The Brain Tumour Charity: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/ Mind Over Mountains: https://www.mindovermountains.org.uk/ Project 500: https://www.mindovermountains.org.uk/project-500/ The Running Charity: https://www.therunningcharity.org/ Sandblast: http://www.sandblast-arts.org/ Make-A-Wish Foundation: https://www.make-a-wish.org.uk/ Oddballs Foundation: https://www.myoddballs.com/pages/charity Full transcript Read here: https://thecharityshowtranscripts.blogspot.com/2024/04/episode-1-full-transcript.html --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecharityshow/message

Hosts Tim and Piers explain what The Charity Show is all about and how you can be a part of it, whatever your role in the third sector. Follow us on your usual podcast platform today, so you don't miss an episode. Check out our website: The Charity Show --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecharityshow/message