WHAT WE DO
The Elischer Foundation supports individuals who have already demonstrated they have a talent for fundraising and have the drive and ambition to be the next generation of sector leaders.
We provide a bespoke mentoring programme which supplements and complements the training and support individuals may already access via their fundraising or fundraising related roles.
Mentees join the programme at a stage where they can demonstrate continuing success and achievement and are most likely already leading one or more areas of fundraising.
Some of our wonderful mentors
WHO DO WE HELP?
Our aim is to work with talented and skilled individuals who are motivated and read to work hard on developing their leadership styles and skills and who..
are ambitious and show commitment to a long term career in the sector
want to build on existing success and knowledge to accelerate a career towards executive and organisational leadership
are innovative and prepared to be bold and challenge the norm
have an eye on trends and opportunities
demonstrate the drive to develop professionally
have the capability to unlock their full potential as leaders
OUR PROGRAMME IN NUMBERS
Since we started the TEF mentorship programme we've had...
52
MENTORS - PAST AND CURRENT
105
MENTEES COMPLETING THE PROGRAMME
14
COUNTRIES IN WHICH WE HAVE SUPPORTED MENTEES
100%
OF PARTICIPANTS SAYING THEY WOULD RECOMMEND THE PROGRAMME
MEET THE TRUSTEES
The Elischer Foundation is governed by a board of trustees who direct its aims and work.
MEET THE TEAM
The day to day running is undertaken by the Foundation Director and Operations Coordinator who manage the application processes, liaises with mentors and mentees and run the day to day operations.
Laura Swan
Director
Laura brings over 20 years experience of visionary, creative, solutions-focused thinking in organisational strategy and fundraising for a range of charities. In her leadership role at TEF, she leads on organisation strategy and programme development. Working alongside our Trustees, she is developing powerful partnerships and an exciting strategic direction for the Foundation. Laura is an especially passionate advocate for the wellbeing and professional development of high performing leaders.
Claire Edwards
Programme and Engagement Manager
Claire plays a crucial role in supporting the key day-to-day running of The Elischer Foundation functions and programmes including mentor and mentee support; programme content, webinars and learning days.
We are a small but tightly run (part-time) team and always mindful of our limited capacity. Working behind Claire and Laura (TEF Director), we're grateful to have a small support team assisting with various technical, web & admin duties when we need more hands on deck!