A timely reminder of the agency we do have through spheres of influence We can decide, today, to run a meeting in a more open and inclusive way. We can bring curiosity and kindness to a routine interaction with family, friends, and coworkers. We can commit to more equitable practice in the contracts we offer and the…
Co-production in grant making Learning from an interesting experiment in Middlesbrough UK’s largest community funder to put community power at the heart of funding in England The National Lottery Community Fund’s latest plans put community agency, power and control at the heart of its funding in England. This is the latest step in embedding the…
Autumn budget 2024 – initial IFS response Reflections on the Budget. The last parliament, including a pandemic and cost of living crisis, saw per capita disposable household income rise by just 0.3% per year. But the forecast for the current parliament suggests that it will be the second worst on record for household incomes. Beating…
Where are we now on the impact journey? Interesting thoughts from the outgoing CEO of NPC on impact . Creative Corridors: Connecting clusters to unleash potential Government is backing proposals to establish ‘creative corridors’ across the UK following the publication of the Creative Corridors report (RSA/ACE/CPEC). New guidance for VCSE organisations working with councils in…
This week’s diverse selection of inspiration, ideas and creativity. Everything from women in tech to ‘why we take drugs.’
Essential charity finance resources A new resource for charity finance staff (and trustees) with some great checklists and guidance. Options for the 2024 Spending Review and beyond Great briefing paper from IFS in advance of the budget. DSC Language Guidance – Equity, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion An EEDI language guidance document has been released by…
Charity becomes first clinical service provider to permanently implement four-day week After a successful six month pilot Brook (A London-based sexual health charity) has permanently implemented a four day working week without any reduction in pay for its staff. Charity Finance Group: Annual Roundup 2025 Plenty of warning for this one! The meeting will be…
Highly skilled professionals want your work but not your job Fascinating article about the rise of the blended workforce Confusing the pitch with the plan ‘A thriving nonprofit arts organization needs to hold (at least) two competing perspectives at the same time: A purpose-fueled, confident, compelling narrative that it is achieving meaningful things; and a critical,…
Jenny Sealey to receive Outstanding Contribution to British Theatre Award at the UK Theatre Awards 2024 Had to include this in our selection. So proud of Jenny. This is a much deserved recognition for someone who has fought her whole career to change theatre for the better. Benevolent charities report rise in demand as cost-of-living…
Selection box is back! The latest collection of ideas, inspiration and creativity. Everything from a book on delight to still life art.
A bumper selection this week as we are about to take our summer break. As ever, lots of variation – radical hope, exhibitions, work practices and more.
This week’s selection of ideas, events and things to think about. Everything from large scale textiles to rescue dogs with superpowers.
A slightly different selection this week, given that there is plenty of other things to focus our attention. in the UK. Here are some art places and artists we love from England and overseas (as people may be travelling this summer).