Join us at this year’s Large Charities' Conference, an essential event for nonprofit finance professionals dedicated to advancing their missions.
Designed specifically for large charities, this conference offers a valuable platform to connect with peers, exchange best practices, and explore innovative approaches to delivering greater social impact. Key topics include leading finance teams through organisational restructuring, building long-term financial sustainability, and harnessing the potential of AI.
Hear from leading experts, gain practical insights you can apply immediately, and collaborate with fellow professionals to address the sector’s most pressing challenges.
When and where?
- Thursday 24th September
- 09:00-14:00
- Location: Mills & Reeve, 24 King William Street, London EC4R 9AT
How do I book?
Book below. You'll receive updated event information approximately one week prior to the event date.
About CFG events and membership
Becoming a CFG member gives you access to exclusive benefits including event discounts, so find out more about CFG Membership before you book. Association of Independent Museums members can register for free CFG membership through our partnership.
CFG events, training and members' meetings can count towards your continuous professional development (CPD), and this event could provide you with three hours of CPD. For more details contact your association or email events@cfg.org.uk.
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08:30 - 09:00 |
Registration and Breakfast |
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09:00 – 09:05 |
Chair’s Welcome and Introduction |
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09:05 – 09:50 |
Session 1 – Building financial resilience in an increasingly complex funding landscape This session will explore how organisations can assess the true cost of contracts, manage restricted funding, reduce dependence on a small number of income sources, and build greater financial resilience. Through practical examples and peer discussion, delegates will examine common pitfalls, emerging commissioning trends, and strategies for creating a sustainable funding mix that supports both mission delivery and long-term organisational health. |
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09:50 – 10:00 |
COFFEE BREAK |
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10:00 – 10:45 |
Session 2 – Panel Discussion – AI for Good? How to manage risk and maximise impact in charities This panel will explore how artificial intelligence is transforming charity work, from improving operational efficiency to reshaping service delivery and supporter engagement. Experts will discuss practical applications of AI, alongside the risks it introduces around data protection, ethics, and governance. Panellists will examine the potential impact of AI on income generation, including fundraising and cost efficiencies, and how organisations can balance innovation with mission, ensuring AI enhances outcomes without compromising human centred support. Shakie Kawuyu, Consulting Director, RSM UK |
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10:45 – 11:00 |
COFFEE BREAK |
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11:00 – 11:45 |
Session 3 – Leading a finance team through a restructure during a time of financial constraints This session will share learnings from leading a finance team through an organisational restructure and maintaining business continuity with reduced headcount. The speaker will reflect on the challenges of balancing team wellbeing with the need to sustain essential operations. Speaker will also share experiences in attracting and retaining talent in a resource constrained environment and working effectively with volunteers. The session will draw on the positive impacts of a Finance Improvement Programme focused on continuous improvement alongside a broader change programme driving larger-scale transformation. Sarah Love, Deputy CFO – Finance Operations, Oxfam GB Rohan Hewavisenti, Chief Financial Officer, Amnesty International |
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11:45 – 12:00 |
Address from the host and Chair’s summary |
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12:00 – 14:00 |
Networking lunch |
24/09/2026
09:00 - 14:00
Mills & Reeve
3.00 CPD Approved