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We feature the voices of charities, foundations and public agencies we work with, and share our take on both opportunities and challenges for the voluntary sector.
Recent blog posts
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BlogFrom automation to empathy: AI in Open and Trusting grant-making
Read more: From automation to empathy: AI in Open and Trusting grant-makingOpen and Trusting grant-making is grounded in patience, empathy and kindness. At its heart…
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BlogIVAR marks 25 years: In Words and Pictures
Read more: IVAR marks 25 years: In Words and PicturesTo celebrate IVAR’s 25th birthday, we came together with some of those who have…
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BlogFrom voice to power: Making young people partners in the NHS
Read more: From voice to power: Making young people partners in the NHSYoung people across the country are actively shaping health services in significant ways. They’re…
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BlogWe’re hiring: Interim Director of Research (maternity cover)
Read more: We’re hiring: Interim Director of Research (maternity cover)Location – Home based and London Hours – 3/4 days per week Salary: £60,000…
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We’re hiring: Communications Officer
Read more: We’re hiring: Communications OfficerPart-time / £30,000 / Hybrid role Location – Home based and London Hours –…
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BlogBuilding Brighter Futures: What happens when funders invest in collaboration
Read more: Building Brighter Futures: What happens when funders invest in collaborationWith more children and young people experiencing mental health difficulties and many facing long…
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Blog25 for 25: Team choose charities to celebrate
Read more: 25 for 25: Team choose charities to celebrateOn 2 October, IVAR turned 25. The sector – and the world – are…
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BlogKnow Your Numbers: How Local Action is Preventing Strokes in Cumbria
Read more: Know Your Numbers: How Local Action is Preventing Strokes in Cumbria“What could we do to prevent people having strokes in the first place rather…
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Blog“It was a knock on the door that needed answering” – Why we moved to multi-year grants
Read more: “It was a knock on the door that needed answering” – Why we moved to multi-year grantsFlexible funding is one of the clearest ways funders can show trust in the…
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BlogJane Hatfield Award 2025: Supporting the Next Generation of Researchers
Read more: Jane Hatfield Award 2025: Supporting the Next Generation of ResearchersIVAR is delighted to announce the recipients of the 2025 Jane Hatfield Award, supporting…
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BlogFrom charity advocate to funder convert: The case for flexible funding
Read more: From charity advocate to funder convert: The case for flexible fundingThe evidence is clear: flexible funding – unrestricted grants, multi-year commitments – enables charities…
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BlogEngaging under-11s in youth voice: Learning from experts
Read more: Engaging under-11s in youth voice: Learning from experts‘Fine.’ We’ve all heard that one word response when asking a child about their…