News and blogs

Press release: Lloyds Bank Foundation launches new strategy

06 October 2022

The Foundation pledges half of its core funding to charities led by Black, Asian and minority ethnic and disabled communities

Spiralling inflation leaves charities facing tough dilemmas

08 August 2022

The sector’s primary responsibility is to those we serve – many of whom will be at the sharpest end of the cost-of-living crisis

Why we support charities working with refugees and asylum seekers

27 July 2022

As is the case across the range of issues we fund, people seeking asylum or those who have been granted refugee status face significant challenges in our society that impact their life chances.

Working together to shape an effective and preventative approach to ending homelessness in Great Yarmouth.

08 June 2022

Should small charity missions prioritise spread or depth?

06 June 2022

Small organisations that have thrived during the pandemic may find themselves weighing up the choice of expanding services or keeping a local focus

Press Release: Universal Credit deductions drive people further into debt

11 May 2022

Our new report brings together a range of evidence and research to highlight the issue and present a case for reform.

Celebrating the life and legacy of the Small Charities Coalition

07 April 2022

There is something about small charities that large organisations, from any sector, simply can’t replicate

We must support refugee charities in the face of a hostile environment

24 February 2022

The Nationalities and Borders Bill has exacerbated already challenging conditions for small organisations.

Charities will need to design a 'booster' to help people through the festive period and beyond

20 December 2021

In 2022 we must support staff who are under intense pressure but also reconnect with those we serve and continue to support our deep and meaningful sector relationships

On caring enough, faith and connection

04 November 2021

Faith is not just central to the work of some charities, but one of the reasons people are willing to come through their doors