Many charities will welcome the government’s measures to ease the impact of rising living costs. However, we still have concerns about the rising costs of running a charity. We’re working with many of you to find ways to address this.
Our event, held on 15 June, focused on the impact of rising energy and workforce costs. Charities are concerned about rising energy and fuel costs, as well as the cost of covid testing.
We’re also working with other charities to understand the implications of rising costs for volunteer drivers, and whether the government should review the approved mileage allowance payment rate.
We’re working with other infrastructure bodies to ask the government to support the sector through these challenges – for example, by encouraging giving and uplifting grants and contracts.
There are several practical things organisations can do to reduce costs, such as submitting regular meter readings or getting a smart meter and implementing a salary exchange programme. Our trusted suppliers Utility Aid and Lucas Fettes can support NCVO members to take these steps.
Complete our short survey by 24 June to tell us how rising costs are impacting your charity.