What charities are doing, what is changing around them, and what actually helps.
Stories from UK charities, practical guidance for the people running them, and news from across the sector. Everything here is free to read, with no subscription and nothing held back for members.
If your charity appeals for a specific thing, you must use the donations for that thing. Raise more than you need, and you cannot simply spend the difference elsewhere. Fall short, and your starting point is that donors are entitled…
Every year on 5 September, people across the globe mark the International Day of Charity. It’s a moment to celebrate compassion, generosity and solidarity. The day was officially declared by the United Nations in 2012 to honour the passing of…
Running a small charity in the UK has never been tougher. Between keeping up with Charity Commission rules, chasing funding, and actually doing the work you set out to do, many charity leaders feel like they’re drowning. It’s no wonder…
Today, as we mark World Humanitarian Day, it’s worth pausing to reflect on what drives ordinary people to do extraordinary things. Across the globe, millions of individuals, many of them volunteers just like those reading this, are working tirelessly to…
Setting up a charity is one of the most rewarding things you can do to create a long-lasting impact, but it’s not always straightforward. You may be driven by passion, lived experience, or a gap you’ve witnessed in your community.…
Charities work hard to support communities, however, many face significant challenges that make their work difficult. From financial constraints to staffing shortages, nonprofit organisations often rely on volunteers to fill critical gaps. By stepping up to help, volunteers play a…
Have you ever considered volunteering but are unsure if it’s worth your time? Many people want to help but wonder if it makes a difference. Here’s the truth, volunteering changes lives, including your own. From boosting your mental health to…