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Four ways we're transforming fundraising campaigns through subcontracting - the Zen way.

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At Zen Fundraising, we believe in empowering agencies to grow and make a lasting impact. Subcontracting is a proven strategy that enables campaigns to expand regional coverage and bring more quality fundraisers to the cause. This approach enhances agency results and boosts brand recognition and impact for the charities they represent.

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What is Subcontracting in Fundraising?

Subcontracting in fundraising involves partnering with established organisations and new agencies with F2F experience to deliver high-quality campaigns. For agencies that partner with us, this means access to expert training, KPIs, data-driven insights and some of the UK's most impactful causes, such as Action Medical Research and ActionAid, without the upfront investment or infrastructure of going it alone.


We're proud to offer subcontracting partnerships tailored to eliminate barriers and promote transparency. We aim to ensure everyone, from fundraisers to charities, achieves success.

Why subcontracting works

Running campaigns independently often requires juggling multiple hats: recruitment, training, compliance, and day-to-day logistics. By partnering with Zen, businesses can focus on what they do best - fundraising - while we handle the operational complexities. This means more time engaging donors and less time caught up in administration.


Cash flow is a priority, especially for small fundraising businesses looking to grow. Zen is committed to supporting agencies and small businesses by paying invoices in as little as four days. With no bonds or clawbacks, our prompt and reliable payments ensure your team is swiftly rewarded for their hard work, and you can reinvest in your team and operations.


Quality-first Fundraising

Our ethos is rooted in transparency, respect and meaningful connections with donors. We prioritise the highest compliance standards, offering twice-weekly new starter training sessions to ensure alignment with best practices. Additionally, our regular Inspire training sessions keep fundraisers refreshed and up to date, empowering them to represent charities with confidence and pride. Our commitment to ethics and quality ensures campaigns excel and your team feels inspired and fully supported as brand ambassadors.


Zen's charity portfolio includes some of the UK's most trusted organisations, from environmental heroes like WWF to life-changing children's charities like SOS Children's Villages. Partnering with us means connecting with causes that inspire and motivate fundraisers.


Why Choose Zen?

With over two decades of experience in face-to-face fundraising, we've crafted a model that delivers results by redefining industry standards with our innovative approaches. Two standout features are our Recurring Card Payment system, which significantly reduces donor attrition for more reliable outcomes and our investment in cutting-edge CACI InSite software.

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InSite integrates advanced spatial and demographic data with AI-driven predictive models, enabling us to identify high-quality donors and target the right areas for fundraising. This sophisticated location intelligence platform has transformed our site selection process, ensuring campaigns are strategically positioned for maximum impact.


Subcontracting with Zen is a partnership. Our KPI reporting, industry-leading training, regular strategy meetings and additional services such as accountancy and recruitment allow us to help you achieve consistent success. Our collaborative approach ensures you're never navigating challenges alone.


What's next?

This is just the beginning of our subcontracting series. Over the coming months, we'll go deeper into topics like:

  • Tips for scaling your agency through subcontracting.

  • How to maintain excellent compliance throughout the supply chain

  • Real success stories from our subcontracting partners.


We're passionate about how the right support and structure, implemented effectively, drives agencies to excel and achieve meaningful results. If you're an agency considering subcontracting or a charity looking to understand the benefits, Zen is here to help you grow and prosper.





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