Find out about our services, the way we operate and how we champion voluntary action
We’re the membership community for charities, voluntary organisations and community groups in England
Find out how we can support you, from support for small charities and training to consultancy and corporate relations
We offer a range of training courses designed to help you do what you do best
This flexible, interactive course will help you understand your duties as a trustee and support you to run your charity effectively so you can make a bigger difference
A practical four-month programme for emerging charity leaders who are on their way to leading organisations
Learn about the mindset, knowledge and connections that emerging leaders need to guide the sector into the 2030s
We know small charities make a big impact with limited resource - that's why we're here to help
Ask our practical support team any question about the setting up or running of your charity or voluntary organisation.
Policy and insight manager Sam Mercadante considers the implications of the Autumn Statement for charities
Latest updates on our influencing work, government policy and funding announcements
Research exploring the volunteering experiences and perspectives of people from the global majority
The latest resources, events and training to help your organisation with its impact and evaluation
The latest volunteering news, resources and dates for your diary
New inclusion and campaigning resources, a chance to help shape investment principles, and dates for your diary
It is with much love and respect that we pay tribute to our colleague and friend, Michelle Curtis, who passed away unexpectedly in November.
How charities can harness the power of our collective voice in 2024
Resources, events, support and information on the big issues affecting small charities
Latest updates on our influencing work, government policy and funding announcements
Guidance to help your board learn about the rules on automatic disqualification, who this applies to and applying for waivers.
The rules on the automatic disqualification of trustees and senior managers.
Learn what's included on trustee disqualification in the Charities Act 2016.
What the board, trustees and senior manages can do in the event of trustee disqualification.
Learn about how you can develop trustee skills
Learn about the types of changes you can make to your governing document and the related rules
Use this series of pages as an introduction to begin the process of reflecting on equality, diversity and inclusion on your board
What is equality, diversity and inclusion?
It’s important for boards to understand why they should actively consider and create the right cultural environment for individuals from marginalised and minoritised backgrounds to become trustees.
How to approach diversity at board level