The Chartered Institute of Fundraising North West – Conference 2025 was another incredible event that brought together so many passionate and inspiring individuals from across the not-for-profit sector. This is the third year we have attended and supported this event. Wild Thang was proud to attend as Gold Sponsors and showcase our role as trusted branding supply partners, highlighting how creative branded clothing, merchandise, and print can support fundraising efforts and help organisations leave a genuinely lasting and ethical impression. The atmosphere was full of energy, collaboration, and ideas, reflecting just how innovative, resilient and determined the fundraising community continues to be, our team genuinely left feeling completely inspired.
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For us, the conference was the perfect opportunity to connect with organisations of all sizes and demonstrate how branded solutions can make a real difference to fundraising campaigns. From small community groups to larger charities, we shared insights into how impactful branded merchandise can be, whether through world class campaign clothing, uniforms, event t-shirts, sustainable print solutions, or creative corporate and promotional giveaways. It was a fantastic reminder that fundraising is not just about raising money, but also about firstly making a difference in so many people's lives, building positive awareness, creating engagement, celebrating individual personal commitment and inspiring supporters through memorable experiences.
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Sustainability and ESG commitments remained a big focus for Wild Thang throughout the event, and it was a real highlight to discuss our journey becoming one of the most certified companies in our sector across the UK, including sharing our most recent milestone of becoming B Corp certified. We were able to showcase how branded solutions can be delivered with Lower- Eco impact products and services, proving that creativity, quality, and responsibility can go hand in hand. Our conversations emphasised that fundraising with purpose isn’t just a trend, but a vital part of building trust and long-term impact in the sector. These commitments are embedded within The Wild Thang Way, and they guide everything from our sustainable supply chain to our award-winning creative solutions.
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We also want to give a huge thank you to the Chartered Institute of Fundraising North West team, volunteers, supporters & sponsors that included: Charity People, BMc Azzurri, Woods Valldata, The Sapphire Running Zone, Donorflex, Give A Little, for delivering such a valuable event once again. Their hard work in bringing together fundraisers, suppliers, and experts made for a day filled with learning, networking, and meaningful discussions. The warm welcome and enthusiasm from attendees at our stand truly made the experience so rewarding, and we are incredibly proud to have played a role as Gold Sponsors in contributing to the success of the day. It's organisations like this that have helped inspire Wild Thang to place ESG at the centre of our own culture. Did you know that out of 5 million businesses in the UK, we are one of only 2,640 that are B Corp certified, a true testament to our commitment to using business as a force for good.
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Looking ahead, Wild Thang is excited to continue building stronger, more meaningful partnerships and supporting the amazing work of fundraisers across the region and beyond. We remain committed to providing creative branded solutions that not only meet campaign needs but also help tell a story with purpose and responsibility. Guided by our ESG principles and sustainability pledge, together we can continue to make a real difference in the sector, and we are already looking forward to the next year to so we can connect, collaborate, and support the fundraising community in its vital work. We’re proud to be a trusted branding supply partner to many charities, foundations and CIC’s protecting clients' brand reputation and mitigating their supply chain risks, while making a genuine, measurable ESG difference.
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See below some handy links that include The Chartered Institute of Fundraising website, our in-depth long-term sustainability pledge, B Corp milestone moment and dedicated accreditation/certification web page to showcase our industry integrity & case studies to help you get inspired. If you ever have a requirement for one of our services, Wild Thang is here to help with expert advice, simply get in touch!
If your brand’s ready to break the mould with creative merchandise, branded apparel or printed collateral that turns heads and drives results, we’d love to show you what’s possible and become your trusted branding supply partner. Get in touch and let’s create something unforgettable.