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Social enterprises ”to shape Britain following financial crisis”

admin — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:33:32 +0000

Social enterprises will play a crucial part in the future of Britain. Liam Byrne, cabinet office minister, claims that as the economic crisis rumbles on, those operating in such a third sector role will be vital in helping the nation get back on its feet, not only in an economic sense, but also with regards to [...]

Grants ”required to monitor charity effectiveness”

admin — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:29:58 +0000

Charities need financial assistance to help monitor the effectiveness of their work. The recently-published How Are You Getting On? report from New Philanthropy Capital (NPC) reveals that although many grant providers for those operating in the third sector ask for information on their performance, more than a third do not provide funding to allow them to [...]

Futurebuilders ”to offer merger forum for charities”

admin — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:45:25 +0000

Futurebuilders England has announced details of a service targeting charities. Moves by the firm will see it post a page on its website where those third sector organisations considering merging with other bodies can leave their contact details on a forum for interested network partners to get in touch. Gill Nunn, market development director for Futurebuilders England, [...]

Charity infrastructure funding recipients revealed

admin — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:20:18 +0000

A number of local infrastructure organisations have received funding with which to improve their services. The National Association for Voluntary and Community Action (Navca) has revealed the 12 bodies that will benefit from a share of Capacitybuilders” £25,000 Network Support Grants, aimed at helping support those working in the third sector as the downturn continues. Among those [...]

NCVO calls for Budget investment in third sector

admin — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:19:06 +0000

Alistair Darling should use the Budget to give further assistance to the third sector. Such is the assertion of the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO), which claims that the chancellor of the Exchequer should plough some £50 million into the proposed Social Investment Bank. And in making such an investment, the council states that those working [...]

IoF looks to boost payroll donation rates

admin — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 12:25:11 +0000

The Institute of Fundraising (IoF) has unveiled steps intended to boost levels of payroll donations. In an action plan released by the organisation, common service standards for all payroll giving agencies is set to be introduced, while the statutory framework within which such organisations operate will be reviewed. Furthermore, the institute will attempt to gain a commitment [...]

Government grant commended

admin — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:20:17 +0000

A recently-announced government fund has been commended by those working in the third sector. In a grant worth a total of £750,000, charities will receive cash to help support innovative campaigning methods which look to support those from marginalised sections of society. Something that may be likely to improve the skills framework of numerous organisations, Ian Leggett, [...]

Experimental investment models ”rising in popularity”

admin — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:01:45 +0000

Charities are increasingly looking towards experimental investment models. A ThirdSector.co.uk article reveals that an increasing number of those working in the third sector are incorporating mission-connected investments - where money is placed into assets which actively further an organisation’’s cause as well as offering a return - and other investing vehicles into their portfolios. Pointing out that [...]

Eyesight charities form network partner links

admin — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:17:53 +0000

Two charities have announced they are to work closer together to help improve services for blind people. Moves by the RNIB and Action for Blind People have seen the two organisations enter a formal partnership which will see the former take responsibility for nationwide service provision, while the latter will manage local services. Such links as network [...]

Third sector groups invited to apply for community talent funding

admin — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 15:07:03 +0000

Those working in the third sector are being invited to form links with network partners in a bid to help unlock talent within local communities. In a multimillion pound scheme unveiled by community secretary Hazel Blears, charities are being called on to join forces with their local authority and secondary school establishments - as well as [...]