Session: Mind the Gap: Co-Creating a Fundraising Data Foundation

Calling all fundraisers – this is a session you won’t want to miss.

We know that data can often feel like the missing link in our work - something we all know we need, but can struggle to access, analyse or action. 

That’s why, this year, Charities Institute Ireland commissioned brand new research to get to the heart of what’s really happening with fundraising data in our sector.

For the first time, we now have a baseline: a clear picture of where we stand - how we’re performing, what challenges we’re facing, and where the opportunities lie when it comes to using data to drive fundraising success.

Whether your organisation is just starting out on its data journey or already investing in data capacity and strategy, the findings from this research will resonate. It’s packed with real-world insights, drawn from both numbers and narratives, and highlights the bold ambition of fundraisers across Ireland navigating a rapidly changing landscape.

This is more than just a report - it’s a foundation. One that fundraisers, leadership teams and boards can use to make smarter decisions and advocate for stronger support. It’s also the first step in building something bigger: a sector-wide understanding of what good data practice looks like and how we can collectively raise the bar.

Your voice has helped shape this work - and now, we’re inviting you to be part of what comes next.

Join Jane Trenamen and Cian Murphy for this first reveal of the findings, connect with your peers, and help us shape the future of data-informed fundraising in Ireland. With your continued involvement, we’ll go deeper into performance metrics, KPIs, and the tools that really make a difference.

Jane Trenamen

Jane founded The HX Consultancy in 2023 - a culmination of a 25 year career with insight and social impact at its heart. The boutique consultancy specialises in leadership, professional development, supporter insight and experience.  Jane has held a range of senior leadership and trustee roles in the nonprofit sector in organisations large and small, at different stages in maturity, in diverse parts of the sector.

Before that, she spent a decade working in insights and customer experience in the automotive, telco and design sectors.  This has informed her data driven approach to successful fundraising, from an operational to strategic level.  She gets her kicks from driving supporter centric, data-driven fundraising strategies that challenge internal silos, leverage technology and empower employees. 

Jane moderates the Fundraising Director’s Network and the Data Intelligence Network on behalf of Cii.  She is also an active mentor and a Non Executive Director of Common Purpose Ireland.