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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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BlogSparking place-based connections: Learning from The Big Lunch
Read more: Sparking place-based connections: Learning from The Big LunchAs in-person events recommence, communities are refamiliarising themselves with the importance and benefits of…
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BlogFarland Way Big Lunch case study
Read more: Farland Way Big Lunch case studyWe worked alongside Margaret Cunningham who tells their Big Lunch story and helps to…
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BlogMount Pleasant Big Lunch case study
Read more: Mount Pleasant Big Lunch case studyWe worked alongside Leonie Ramondt who tells their Big Lunch story and helps bring…
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Blog‘Like a charity but different’: CIC leaders share their experiences
Read more: ‘Like a charity but different’: CIC leaders share their experiencesResearcher Keeva explores the challenges that many CIC leaders face following a series of…
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PublicationResidents in control
Read more: Residents in controlThrough the Big Local programme, many areas use their funding to deliver grants in their…
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PublicationListening to grantees
Read more: Listening to granteesWe supported the Walcot Foundation to learn more about their grantees’ experiences of their…
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BlogYouth Volunteering in the NHS: Health is based in our communities and young people are part of communities
Read more: Youth Volunteering in the NHS: Health is based in our communities and young people are part of communitiesMarisa shares her reflections with Senior Research Annie about what it takes to set…
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PublicationThe power of youth volunteering
Read more: The power of youth volunteeringSince 2018, 32 NHS Trusts and their respective charities have been welcoming young volunteers…
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PublicationAll working towards reforming UK grant-making
Read more: All working towards reforming UK grant-makingDeep and meaningful reform to UK grant-making is within reach. Reform that resets the…
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Blog5 things we learned from setting up a Health and Wellbeing Alliance in Milton Keynes
Read more: 5 things we learned from setting up a Health and Wellbeing Alliance in Milton KeynesThe Milton Keynes Health and Wellbeing Alliance share what they’ve learned from the experience…
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Blog7 popular publications of 2021 – and what they can teach us for the year ahead
Read more: 7 popular publications of 2021 – and what they can teach us for the year aheadWe spotlight seven popular publications released in 2021, identifying insights, resources, and updates to…
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BlogCharities need greater control over their own spending
Read more: Charities need greater control over their own spendingThroughout the pandemic, charity leaders have told us about the importance and value of…