Mon, 04 Aug 2025

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 Global issues cause islands' charities tough times

Rising prices, global instability and Donald Trump's policies are among issues faced, leaders say.

* Charities in the Channel Islands face financial uncertainty and extra fundraising challenges due to international events outside their control.
* Issues include: + Cost of living crisis + Global instability + Donald Trump's second-term policies, including reduced tax incentives for charitable donations
* Robert Surcouf, deputy chair of the Association of Jersey Charities, says charities need to be "quick on their feet" to withstand challenges.
* Channel Islands Air Search (CIAS) faces rising costs and a need to update its aircraft's software systems at an additional £70,000.
* The charity is also affected by corporate donors turning away from traditional charitable causes due to environmental concerns.
* President Trump's policies are having a "butterfly effect" on charities globally, with some US-based charitable giving being influenced by his views.
* A recent budget bill introduced by President Trump could reduce donations by $7bn (£5.2bn) over 10 years.
* Charities are being advised to be agile and adapt to changing circumstances, rather than relying on traditional funding sources.
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