In October 2023, cross-sector partners came together to explore how to develop a joined-up approach to funding in Glasgow, using the Open and Trusting commitments as a starting point for their conversation. There was huge interest in this approach and 34 people attended from 20 different organisations and public agencies.
The workshop revealed that many funders were keen to commit to the principles of Open & Trusting with examples of good practices already happening in some cases.
This case study focuses on how Glasgow City Council’s adoption of the Open and Trusting Grant-making programme has helped them begin discussions around developing a Glasgow Funding Charter and provided the opportunity to discuss collectively with both funders and funded organisations on how to move forward developing a shared vision in relation to grant-making.
Find more resources for taking an open and trusting approach in public agencies by visiting www.ivar.org.uk/open-and-trusting-for-public-agencies
