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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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BlogGet the basics right: 10 actions to improve charities’ funding experience
Read more: Get the basics right: 10 actions to improve charities’ funding experienceWe ask funders to implement 10 actions that charities agree would make a difference…
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PublicationGet the basics right: Findings from the Funding Experience Survey
Read more: Get the basics right: Findings from the Funding Experience SurveyThrough the Funding Experience Survey, more than 1,200 charities shared what they feel are…
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PublicationWhat is open and trusting reporting, and why does it matter?
Read more: What is open and trusting reporting, and why does it matter?In this framing paper we: Explore the purpose of grant reporting Make the case…
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Blog6 things The Tudor Trust learned from Wellbeing Grants
Read more: 6 things The Tudor Trust learned from Wellbeing GrantsGuest post from Annie Salter of The Tudor Trust explores the approach and learning…
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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…
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PublicationLook after yourself and your families first
Read more: Look after yourself and your families firstIn this briefing, we summarise how charity leaders are experiencing and navigating the current…
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PublicationThe holy grail of funding
Read more: The holy grail of fundingThrough the voices of trustees and senior staff from 12 trusts and foundations, we…
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BlogUnrestricted funding: Where does it go and what difference does it make?
Read more: Unrestricted funding: Where does it go and what difference does it make?Hannah shares The Blue Thread foundation’s approach to offering unrestricted funding.
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BlogThis is what applying for funding feels like
Read more: This is what applying for funding feels like22 charities share their experiences of applying for funding – and the five things…
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PublicationTowards more flexible funding
Read more: Towards more flexible fundingThis briefing shares reflections and ideas for action from the first round of Community…
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BlogHaving meaningful conversations about your funding approach
Read more: Having meaningful conversations about your funding approachThe Shears Foundation have signed up to our eight commitments for open and trusting…