Episode 1. Navigating Complexities of Children's Hospice Fundraising, Vicky Smith, Director of Income Generation Acorn's Children's Hospice

About this episode

Vicky Smith discusses her journey in children's hospice fundraising and the challenges and strategies involved.

Charity Stories from Night Owl Philanthropy Podcast Summary In this episode of the Night Owl Philanthropy podcast, Dean Jones speaks with Vicky Smith, the Executive Director of Income Generation at Acorns Children's Hospice. Vicky shares her personal journey into the charitable sector, driven by a desire to make a positive impact on people's lives. She discusses the unique challenges faced by children's hospices, the importance of community support, and the innovative strategies being employed to raise funds. Vicky emphasises the need for emotional resilience in fundraising and the critical role of retail operations in generating income for the charity. The conversation highlights the interconnectedness of various sectors and the importance of collaboration in achieving philanthropic goals. In this conversation, Vicky Smith discusses the challenges and rewards of leading a children's hospice, emphasising the importance of resilience, peer support, and effective leadership. She shares insights on the evolving landscape of hospice care, the necessity of collaboration, and the role of government in supporting these services. Vicky also highlights innovative strategies for…

People in this episode

Host: Dean Jones

Guest: Vicky Smith

Topics covered

• children's hospice
• fundraising
• community support
• emotional resilience
• collaboration

Keywords

• charity
• philanthropy
• income generation
• retail operations
• hospice care

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Navigating Complexities of Children's Hospice Fundraising, Night Owl Philanthropy, The Role of Acorns Children's Hospice, Understanding Children's Hospice Care

Places: Birmingham

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