Rozia specialises in research, evaluation, impact measurement and data assessment
Shehnaaz specialises in impact practice and theory of change
Valeska specialises in inclusive evaluation and training
Anne can help you find practical ways to strengthen your governance and respond to change
Lev specialises in building consortia, partnerships and strategic collaborations of all kinds
Peter provides interim leadership and organisational development support
Gethyn specialises in helping charities to develop their business, capture their impact and enhance their volunteer programmes
Somanah specialises in capacity strengthening and organisational development, including training, and coaching.
At a time of crisis, charities want and need to be able to give their all to supporting people who need it most. They cannot do that if they have to suspend their work or close altogether.
Volunteering rates have remained stable over the last few years. In 2018/19, 22% of people regularly volunteered with a group, club or organisation. While the pandemic is unlikely to influence the overall numbers of people volunteering in the UK, we will
Whatever your reasons for considering closure, you’re likely to have legal responsibilities to follow
Steps you need to take before closing your organisation
Depending on your route to closure and your legal structure, you may have different legal duties and wider responsibilities
Once the decision has been made to close, you’ll need to decide who to inform and how to inform them
Key financial steps your need to take when closing your organisation
Your duty of care to staff, volunteers and beneficiaries should be at the top of any closure plans
Closing an organisation will require courage and commitment from an organisation’s leadership
Guidance on refusing donations, communicating with donors, and returning donations