News and blogs
Keep up with the latest news affecting small and local charities and views from our expert teams and partners.
Selected articles
Research project: What is the distinct role and value of by-and-for organisations?
08 August 2023
We discuss our plans for researching by-and-for organisations, and the opportunities and challenges of this new research project
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The consequences of our failure on Refugees
19 June 2023
Today is the start of Small Charity Week and Refugee Week so I thought it would be good to highlight the work of small charities on one of the toughest issues.
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How do we prioritise what we do when we can’t reach everyone?
03 March 2023
It’s the existential question all charity leaders face. Or should
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COVID-19 has left many of us re-examining what we do
07 December 2022
But funders do appear to be better prepared to respond the cost-of-living crisis than before the COVID-19 pandemic
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Local charities are there for people when public provision fails
19 October 2022
A visit to a community chaplaincy has demonstrated some of the difficult work those at the sharp end are doing
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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