We champion the work of small and local charities and raise awareness of the challenges they face with influencers and policymakers. Drawing from the relationships we build and the evidence we gather we push for changes to policy and practice to help charities thrive and to address the root causes and consequences of complex social issues.
projects to influence criminal justice and welfare systems to improve local infrastructure
benefitting 15 organisations and partnerships
calls for evidence and consultations in 2021
The Transform programme gave us the tools to run a successful campaign. The training and support from Lloyds Bank Foundation helped us develop a strategy and Theory of Change, breaking down what we want to achieve and how to do it.
We’re raising the profile of small charities and addressing the challenges they face
We’re investing in new approaches, campaigns and research to improve policy and practice for people affected by domestic and sexual abuse
We’re helping to shape a more effective criminal justice system through our funding and engagement with government
We’re pushing for changes to improve our welfare system as welfare reforms drive up demand for small and local charities
Our programme worked with partners to combat increased isolation among older people and a lack of affordable rental accommodation for younger people
Our research is designed to build an evidence base to champion small charities, determining the true impact they make to our local communities.
Young women in contact with the criminal justice system are too often ignored, misunderstood, or misrepresented. Overlooked in policy, little is known about their experiences and there is limited specialist provision. Responses to challenges they face often come too late or can be re-traumatising. Lloyds’ funding has allowed us to shine a light on young women’s experiences whilst in contact with the criminal justice system, continuing to advocate for gender- and age-informed policy and practice into 2021.
