Alexander Stevenson
@alsteve.bsky.social
Finding freelancers for charities at Blume.life
@blumelife.bsky.social
@blumelife.bsky.social
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Podcast alert: @barelycivilsociety.bsky.social joined Lucinda and Emily to discuss #Freelancing in the sector, using research undertaken here at Blume.
What are your thoughts? Lifeblood, luxury or symptom of hard times?
podfollow.com/thirdsector/...
| @alsteve.bsky.social |
What are your thoughts? Lifeblood, luxury or symptom of hard times?
podfollow.com/thirdsector/...
| @alsteve.bsky.social |
Third Sector: Charity consultants: sector lifeblood, luxury, or symptom of tough times?
Lucinda Rouse and Emily Burt are joined by the civil society consultant Alex Evans to talk about the role of freelancers in the charity workforce.They discuss the findings of a survey by the f...
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October 13, 2025 at 9:13 AM
Podcast alert: @barelycivilsociety.bsky.social joined Lucinda and Emily to discuss #Freelancing in the sector, using research undertaken here at Blume.
What are your thoughts? Lifeblood, luxury or symptom of hard times?
podfollow.com/thirdsector/...
| @alsteve.bsky.social |
What are your thoughts? Lifeblood, luxury or symptom of hard times?
podfollow.com/thirdsector/...
| @alsteve.bsky.social |
Reposted by Alexander Stevenson
☀️ Throughout the summer, we’ve been sharing throwbacks to our favourite Blumer-made content!
Today, it's an insight piece from Blume's Founder, @alsteve.bsky.social, where he shares his three top tips from his time as a treasurer! 💷💷💷
▶️ blume.life/blog/trustee...
#Charity #SmallCharity
Today, it's an insight piece from Blume's Founder, @alsteve.bsky.social, where he shares his three top tips from his time as a treasurer! 💷💷💷
▶️ blume.life/blog/trustee...
#Charity #SmallCharity
August 22, 2025 at 7:59 AM
☀️ Throughout the summer, we’ve been sharing throwbacks to our favourite Blumer-made content!
Today, it's an insight piece from Blume's Founder, @alsteve.bsky.social, where he shares his three top tips from his time as a treasurer! 💷💷💷
▶️ blume.life/blog/trustee...
#Charity #SmallCharity
Today, it's an insight piece from Blume's Founder, @alsteve.bsky.social, where he shares his three top tips from his time as a treasurer! 💷💷💷
▶️ blume.life/blog/trustee...
#Charity #SmallCharity
A bit of woo-woo, ha ha and bish-bash-bosh all in one free 30 minute webinar. Join us!
🔥 We're excited to announce that the brilliant Felix Riley is hosting our next free charity webinar!
It's time to ignite your creativity: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ignite-ima... 🔥🔥🔥
Let's conquer our #charity challenges with creativity!
| @alsteve.bsky.social |
It's time to ignite your creativity: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ignite-ima... 🔥🔥🔥
Let's conquer our #charity challenges with creativity!
| @alsteve.bsky.social |
June 27, 2025 at 12:12 PM
A bit of woo-woo, ha ha and bish-bash-bosh all in one free 30 minute webinar. Join us!
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We're running our #CharityExcellence annual Volunteer and Staff Motivation and Salary Survey, and this year including what benefits people most want. Please help us to help everyone by completing it and sharing it with others. www.surveymonkey.com/r/6YV526R
June 19, 2025 at 8:26 AM
We're running our #CharityExcellence annual Volunteer and Staff Motivation and Salary Survey, and this year including what benefits people most want. Please help us to help everyone by completing it and sharing it with others. www.surveymonkey.com/r/6YV526R
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🤔 We often have many questions about money.
We've brought in freelancer trainer Jane Curtis to answer your questions...
The session will explore the often-unconscious relationship #freelancers have with #money, how it shapes their business decisions.
▶️ www.eventbrite.com/e/freelancin...
We've brought in freelancer trainer Jane Curtis to answer your questions...
The session will explore the often-unconscious relationship #freelancers have with #money, how it shapes their business decisions.
▶️ www.eventbrite.com/e/freelancin...
Freelancing and money – how your money story risks sabotaging your success
"How much should I charge?" and "Should I work for free?" are top freelancer FAQs! Jane Curtis is here to grow your relationship with money.
www.eventbrite.com
June 12, 2025 at 7:20 AM
🤔 We often have many questions about money.
We've brought in freelancer trainer Jane Curtis to answer your questions...
The session will explore the often-unconscious relationship #freelancers have with #money, how it shapes their business decisions.
▶️ www.eventbrite.com/e/freelancin...
We've brought in freelancer trainer Jane Curtis to answer your questions...
The session will explore the often-unconscious relationship #freelancers have with #money, how it shapes their business decisions.
▶️ www.eventbrite.com/e/freelancin...
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🥳 It's here! Our super popular webinar – Punchy PR for Tiny Teams: youtu.be/02oAw6sOp0w?...
Over 200 #charities joined the 30-minute session with brilliant Blumer Nicole. Watch and follow her three simple steps to success:
🧡 Strategy
🧡 Channels
🧡 Story
#SmallCharity #PR #Charity
Over 200 #charities joined the 30-minute session with brilliant Blumer Nicole. Watch and follow her three simple steps to success:
🧡 Strategy
🧡 Channels
🧡 Story
#SmallCharity #PR #Charity
Punchy PR for Tiny Teams. How small charities can make the most of PR.
YouTube video by Blume | Experienced Freelancers for Charities
youtu.be
May 28, 2025 at 7:51 AM
🥳 It's here! Our super popular webinar – Punchy PR for Tiny Teams: youtu.be/02oAw6sOp0w?...
Over 200 #charities joined the 30-minute session with brilliant Blumer Nicole. Watch and follow her three simple steps to success:
🧡 Strategy
🧡 Channels
🧡 Story
#SmallCharity #PR #Charity
Over 200 #charities joined the 30-minute session with brilliant Blumer Nicole. Watch and follow her three simple steps to success:
🧡 Strategy
🧡 Channels
🧡 Story
#SmallCharity #PR #Charity
Reposted by Alexander Stevenson
🧡 You asked, we listened! We've upgraded our livestreaming capacity and opened up extra spaces for Nicole Martin's sell-out event:
🍂 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1303974596...
Over 200 charities are now registered, make sure you don't miss out!
| @alsteve.bsky.social |
🍂 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1303974596...
Over 200 charities are now registered, make sure you don't miss out!
| @alsteve.bsky.social |
Punchy PR for Tiny Teams. How small charities can make the most of PR.
In this webinar, Nicole Martin will uncover how small charities with tiny comms teams can pack a punch in the world of PR.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
May 12, 2025 at 8:28 AM
🧡 You asked, we listened! We've upgraded our livestreaming capacity and opened up extra spaces for Nicole Martin's sell-out event:
🍂 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1303974596...
Over 200 charities are now registered, make sure you don't miss out!
| @alsteve.bsky.social |
🍂 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1303974596...
Over 200 charities are now registered, make sure you don't miss out!
| @alsteve.bsky.social |
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This week, we bring you Tuesday thoughts. And, sticking with the 'T' theme, we thought we'd 'throw back' to @alsteve.bsky.social post from the start of the year – How #charity chairs can use #freelancers.
📙 Keep reading: blume.life/blog/how-cha...
We'd be keen to hear your thoughts, too...👇
📙 Keep reading: blume.life/blog/how-cha...
We'd be keen to hear your thoughts, too...👇
May 6, 2025 at 7:55 AM
This week, we bring you Tuesday thoughts. And, sticking with the 'T' theme, we thought we'd 'throw back' to @alsteve.bsky.social post from the start of the year – How #charity chairs can use #freelancers.
📙 Keep reading: blume.life/blog/how-cha...
We'd be keen to hear your thoughts, too...👇
📙 Keep reading: blume.life/blog/how-cha...
We'd be keen to hear your thoughts, too...👇
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😥Leading a small #charity is tough right now. You don’t have to navigate it alone.
We've teamed up with the brilliant Blumer @leahselinger.bsky.social to deliver another iteration of her highly acclaimed charity #CEO course, Building #Income Resilience.
▶️ blume.life/blog/ceo-tra...
We've teamed up with the brilliant Blumer @leahselinger.bsky.social to deliver another iteration of her highly acclaimed charity #CEO course, Building #Income Resilience.
▶️ blume.life/blog/ceo-tra...
March 19, 2025 at 10:14 AM
😥Leading a small #charity is tough right now. You don’t have to navigate it alone.
We've teamed up with the brilliant Blumer @leahselinger.bsky.social to deliver another iteration of her highly acclaimed charity #CEO course, Building #Income Resilience.
▶️ blume.life/blog/ceo-tra...
We've teamed up with the brilliant Blumer @leahselinger.bsky.social to deliver another iteration of her highly acclaimed charity #CEO course, Building #Income Resilience.
▶️ blume.life/blog/ceo-tra...
Last chance to sign up for this. We kick off at 10
🚨 Exciting webinar! Whose strategy is it anyway? 🤔
▶️ bit.ly/42ZJmYr 📅 14/03
Could this be the next big game show? 🏆
Charity boards and CEOs battle it out to determine who is responsible for setting strategic direction!
We've called on Andy Martin, CEO of @firetail.bsky.social, to find out!
▶️ bit.ly/42ZJmYr 📅 14/03
Could this be the next big game show? 🏆
Charity boards and CEOs battle it out to determine who is responsible for setting strategic direction!
We've called on Andy Martin, CEO of @firetail.bsky.social, to find out!
March 14, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Last chance to sign up for this. We kick off at 10
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AI & Compliance for UK Charities: A New Era! A free event at Microsoft London on 27 March, from 1pm to 4pm. This event is primarily aimed at larger charities. Book your free ticket now. www.exquitech.com/activities/a...
March 11, 2025 at 12:59 PM
AI & Compliance for UK Charities: A New Era! A free event at Microsoft London on 27 March, from 1pm to 4pm. This event is primarily aimed at larger charities. Book your free ticket now. www.exquitech.com/activities/a...
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Blumers have been busy carrying out a fascinating array of projects in February.
No project is too big or too small. From a couple of hours to an interim role - we have the right people for you!
👋 Reach out to @alsteve.bsky.social to find out more.
#Freelancer #Charity #SmallCharity
No project is too big or too small. From a couple of hours to an interim role - we have the right people for you!
👋 Reach out to @alsteve.bsky.social to find out more.
#Freelancer #Charity #SmallCharity
March 10, 2025 at 9:04 AM
Blumers have been busy carrying out a fascinating array of projects in February.
No project is too big or too small. From a couple of hours to an interim role - we have the right people for you!
👋 Reach out to @alsteve.bsky.social to find out more.
#Freelancer #Charity #SmallCharity
No project is too big or too small. From a couple of hours to an interim role - we have the right people for you!
👋 Reach out to @alsteve.bsky.social to find out more.
#Freelancer #Charity #SmallCharity
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This week's Monday musing sees @alsteve.bsky.social explore three ways #Charity Chairs can use #Freelancers.🧡
Don't forget! 👀
📢Bring Your Charity Chair to Work Day! 🪑
📅 14/03 | 🕙 10:00 AM | 💻 Online (Zoom)
▶️ bit.ly/42ZJmYr
Hosted by:
🍂 @andrewmartin.bsky.social - @firetail.bsky.social 🔥
Don't forget! 👀
📢Bring Your Charity Chair to Work Day! 🪑
📅 14/03 | 🕙 10:00 AM | 💻 Online (Zoom)
▶️ bit.ly/42ZJmYr
Hosted by:
🍂 @andrewmartin.bsky.social - @firetail.bsky.social 🔥
March 3, 2025 at 9:48 AM
This week's Monday musing sees @alsteve.bsky.social explore three ways #Charity Chairs can use #Freelancers.🧡
Don't forget! 👀
📢Bring Your Charity Chair to Work Day! 🪑
📅 14/03 | 🕙 10:00 AM | 💻 Online (Zoom)
▶️ bit.ly/42ZJmYr
Hosted by:
🍂 @andrewmartin.bsky.social - @firetail.bsky.social 🔥
Don't forget! 👀
📢Bring Your Charity Chair to Work Day! 🪑
📅 14/03 | 🕙 10:00 AM | 💻 Online (Zoom)
▶️ bit.ly/42ZJmYr
Hosted by:
🍂 @andrewmartin.bsky.social - @firetail.bsky.social 🔥
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Our Monday musing takes a deep dive into Rob's article 'How charity CEOs can get the most out of their Board'.✍
With 8 years as a CEO and 16 years as a Trustee with multiple different charities, here are his recommendations
📙 bit.ly/4blzWIX
#SmallCharity #CharityCEO #Charity #Trustee
With 8 years as a CEO and 16 years as a Trustee with multiple different charities, here are his recommendations
📙 bit.ly/4blzWIX
#SmallCharity #CharityCEO #Charity #Trustee
February 24, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Our Monday musing takes a deep dive into Rob's article 'How charity CEOs can get the most out of their Board'.✍
With 8 years as a CEO and 16 years as a Trustee with multiple different charities, here are his recommendations
📙 bit.ly/4blzWIX
#SmallCharity #CharityCEO #Charity #Trustee
With 8 years as a CEO and 16 years as a Trustee with multiple different charities, here are his recommendations
📙 bit.ly/4blzWIX
#SmallCharity #CharityCEO #Charity #Trustee
Reposted by Alexander Stevenson
🚨 Exciting webinar! Whose strategy is it anyway? 🤔
▶️ bit.ly/42ZJmYr 📅 14/03
Could this be the next big game show? 🏆
Charity boards and CEOs battle it out to determine who is responsible for setting strategic direction!
We've called on Andy Martin, CEO of @firetail.bsky.social, to find out!
▶️ bit.ly/42ZJmYr 📅 14/03
Could this be the next big game show? 🏆
Charity boards and CEOs battle it out to determine who is responsible for setting strategic direction!
We've called on Andy Martin, CEO of @firetail.bsky.social, to find out!
February 14, 2025 at 2:21 PM
🚨 Exciting webinar! Whose strategy is it anyway? 🤔
▶️ bit.ly/42ZJmYr 📅 14/03
Could this be the next big game show? 🏆
Charity boards and CEOs battle it out to determine who is responsible for setting strategic direction!
We've called on Andy Martin, CEO of @firetail.bsky.social, to find out!
▶️ bit.ly/42ZJmYr 📅 14/03
Could this be the next big game show? 🏆
Charity boards and CEOs battle it out to determine who is responsible for setting strategic direction!
We've called on Andy Martin, CEO of @firetail.bsky.social, to find out!
Reposted by Alexander Stevenson
2025 started with some big projects for our Blumers. Including...
🍂 An independent examination
🍂 Fundraising strategy
🍂 LOTS of Bid-writing
🍂 Fundraising admin
🍂 General admin
No project is too big or too small.
Connect with @alsteve.bsky.social to find out more...
#Charity #Freelancer
🍂 An independent examination
🍂 Fundraising strategy
🍂 LOTS of Bid-writing
🍂 Fundraising admin
🍂 General admin
No project is too big or too small.
Connect with @alsteve.bsky.social to find out more...
#Charity #Freelancer
February 13, 2025 at 9:53 AM
2025 started with some big projects for our Blumers. Including...
🍂 An independent examination
🍂 Fundraising strategy
🍂 LOTS of Bid-writing
🍂 Fundraising admin
🍂 General admin
No project is too big or too small.
Connect with @alsteve.bsky.social to find out more...
#Charity #Freelancer
🍂 An independent examination
🍂 Fundraising strategy
🍂 LOTS of Bid-writing
🍂 Fundraising admin
🍂 General admin
No project is too big or too small.
Connect with @alsteve.bsky.social to find out more...
#Charity #Freelancer
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Thank you, Jo Coulson, for providing a testimonial for our brilliant Blumer, Richard C, who recently undertook a financial audit for @thyroiduk.bsky.social.
Thank you, Jo, it's been a pleasure to support the wonderful work of your charity.
#Testimonal #Charity #TestimonalTuesday
Thank you, Jo, it's been a pleasure to support the wonderful work of your charity.
#Testimonal #Charity #TestimonalTuesday
February 11, 2025 at 8:06 AM
Thank you, Jo Coulson, for providing a testimonial for our brilliant Blumer, Richard C, who recently undertook a financial audit for @thyroiduk.bsky.social.
Thank you, Jo, it's been a pleasure to support the wonderful work of your charity.
#Testimonal #Charity #TestimonalTuesday
Thank you, Jo, it's been a pleasure to support the wonderful work of your charity.
#Testimonal #Charity #TestimonalTuesday
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This week's Monday musing is an epic throwback! Brilliant Blumer Nicola shares her thoughts on how to find a freelancer that fits! 🦄🦄🦄
💡 You can connect with Nicola and find the good stuff in the comments 👇
@nicolaupton.bsky.social
#Freelancer #FreelancerLife #SmallCharity #CharityCEO #Charity
💡 You can connect with Nicola and find the good stuff in the comments 👇
@nicolaupton.bsky.social
#Freelancer #FreelancerLife #SmallCharity #CharityCEO #Charity
February 10, 2025 at 9:58 AM
This week's Monday musing is an epic throwback! Brilliant Blumer Nicola shares her thoughts on how to find a freelancer that fits! 🦄🦄🦄
💡 You can connect with Nicola and find the good stuff in the comments 👇
@nicolaupton.bsky.social
#Freelancer #FreelancerLife #SmallCharity #CharityCEO #Charity
💡 You can connect with Nicola and find the good stuff in the comments 👇
@nicolaupton.bsky.social
#Freelancer #FreelancerLife #SmallCharity #CharityCEO #Charity
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🙌 It's here! On-demand: Be ready to hop into spring: How small charities can bloom with freelancers 🐇
▶️ youtu.be/hIKv3nlqH_A?...
Grab a coffee and press play! ☕
We had great questions from #charity CEOs and #Freelancers
Thank you, @charityexcellence.bsky.social, for sharing your insights!🧡
▶️ youtu.be/hIKv3nlqH_A?...
Grab a coffee and press play! ☕
We had great questions from #charity CEOs and #Freelancers
Thank you, @charityexcellence.bsky.social, for sharing your insights!🧡
How small charities bloom with freelancers | Charity Excellence and Blume
YouTube video by Blume | Experienced Freelancers for Charities
youtu.be
February 4, 2025 at 11:04 AM
🙌 It's here! On-demand: Be ready to hop into spring: How small charities can bloom with freelancers 🐇
▶️ youtu.be/hIKv3nlqH_A?...
Grab a coffee and press play! ☕
We had great questions from #charity CEOs and #Freelancers
Thank you, @charityexcellence.bsky.social, for sharing your insights!🧡
▶️ youtu.be/hIKv3nlqH_A?...
Grab a coffee and press play! ☕
We had great questions from #charity CEOs and #Freelancers
Thank you, @charityexcellence.bsky.social, for sharing your insights!🧡
Reposted by Alexander Stevenson
A Monday musing from brilliant Blumer Chris. ✍ 📙
"There’s no single blueprint for being a good client. But, as with many things in life, it revolves around being a good human being..."
👋 Meet Chris: blume.life/profiles/1533
💡 Read his article: bit.ly/4glUOAV
#SmallCharity #CharityCEO #Charity
"There’s no single blueprint for being a good client. But, as with many things in life, it revolves around being a good human being..."
👋 Meet Chris: blume.life/profiles/1533
💡 Read his article: bit.ly/4glUOAV
#SmallCharity #CharityCEO #Charity
January 20, 2025 at 9:58 AM
A Monday musing from brilliant Blumer Chris. ✍ 📙
"There’s no single blueprint for being a good client. But, as with many things in life, it revolves around being a good human being..."
👋 Meet Chris: blume.life/profiles/1533
💡 Read his article: bit.ly/4glUOAV
#SmallCharity #CharityCEO #Charity
"There’s no single blueprint for being a good client. But, as with many things in life, it revolves around being a good human being..."
👋 Meet Chris: blume.life/profiles/1533
💡 Read his article: bit.ly/4glUOAV
#SmallCharity #CharityCEO #Charity
Reposted by Alexander Stevenson
🥶 It may be cold outside, but all signs point to spring! 🌸
Join @charityexcellence.bsky.social and @alsteve.bsky.social (and over 100 charities) as they explore how your #charity can bloom using #freelancers!
Spaces are filling quickly, so don't miss out: www.eventbrite.com/e/be-ready-t...
Join @charityexcellence.bsky.social and @alsteve.bsky.social (and over 100 charities) as they explore how your #charity can bloom using #freelancers!
Spaces are filling quickly, so don't miss out: www.eventbrite.com/e/be-ready-t...
Be ready to hop into spring: How small charities bloom with freelancers
Get ready to learn how small charities can thrive with the help of freelancers this spring - join us online!
www.eventbrite.com
January 17, 2025 at 9:33 AM
🥶 It may be cold outside, but all signs point to spring! 🌸
Join @charityexcellence.bsky.social and @alsteve.bsky.social (and over 100 charities) as they explore how your #charity can bloom using #freelancers!
Spaces are filling quickly, so don't miss out: www.eventbrite.com/e/be-ready-t...
Join @charityexcellence.bsky.social and @alsteve.bsky.social (and over 100 charities) as they explore how your #charity can bloom using #freelancers!
Spaces are filling quickly, so don't miss out: www.eventbrite.com/e/be-ready-t...
Reposted by Alexander Stevenson
Free webinar - how using a freelancer works, what to use them for, how to get the most out of them and how to find one for your charity. Join Alexander and I on Thursday 30 Jan, 10am to 11am. Book you free ticket now. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/be-ready-t...
January 13, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Free webinar - how using a freelancer works, what to use them for, how to get the most out of them and how to find one for your charity. Join Alexander and I on Thursday 30 Jan, 10am to 11am. Book you free ticket now. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/be-ready-t...
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This should be good on how to link futures work and strategy. We're lucky to have Gemma from RSPCA joining us. All welcome, please register!
We are delighted to be joined by Gemma Hope, Assistant Director of Policy, Advocacy and Evidence at RSPCA, for our second Lunch & Learn webinar next Thursday. Gemma was part of the project team last year as we explored the future of animal wellbeing together.
Register here: https://buff.ly/4gLbeDz
Register here: https://buff.ly/4gLbeDz
January 10, 2025 at 12:53 PM
This should be good on how to link futures work and strategy. We're lucky to have Gemma from RSPCA joining us. All welcome, please register!
Reposted by Alexander Stevenson
It’s been a while but I’ve been prompted to do some #StarterPack admin!
If you work in or around UK charities and you’d like to be added, just let me know!
#Charity folks Part 1 go.bsky.app/7dPWqWQ
#Charities folk Part 2: go.bsky.app/QWpFmRe
Charity folks Part 3: go.bsky.app/U9Thoeg
If you work in or around UK charities and you’d like to be added, just let me know!
#Charity folks Part 1 go.bsky.app/7dPWqWQ
#Charities folk Part 2: go.bsky.app/QWpFmRe
Charity folks Part 3: go.bsky.app/U9Thoeg
January 8, 2025 at 8:35 AM
It’s been a while but I’ve been prompted to do some #StarterPack admin!
If you work in or around UK charities and you’d like to be added, just let me know!
#Charity folks Part 1 go.bsky.app/7dPWqWQ
#Charities folk Part 2: go.bsky.app/QWpFmRe
Charity folks Part 3: go.bsky.app/U9Thoeg
If you work in or around UK charities and you’d like to be added, just let me know!
#Charity folks Part 1 go.bsky.app/7dPWqWQ
#Charities folk Part 2: go.bsky.app/QWpFmRe
Charity folks Part 3: go.bsky.app/U9Thoeg
Reposted by Alexander Stevenson
