Resources, free events, support and guidance on the big issues affecting small charities
Learn about what support is available for managing energy costs and being energy efficient
Why team working is especially important in voluntary organisations
Find out how climate change could impact charities and why charities should consider divestment
Simple explanations for key terms on climate change, the environment and finances
Answers to frequently asked questions about fossil fuel divestment
Learn about what divestment is and the aims and impacts of divesting from fossil fuels
Charity representatives tell us their priorities ahead of next year’s general election
This round-up will help you to stay informed about our influencing work, and any government policy and funding announcements. For news related to what’s happening in parliament, see our regular inside track round-up.
An update on our influencing work, government policy and funding announcements
An update on our influencing work, government policy and funding announcements
An update on our influencing work, government policy and funding announcements
Latest updates on our influencing work, government policy and funding announcements
A new research briefing published today and authored by the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) examines the government’s policy response to volunteering in England, and its impact, during the covid-19 pandemic.
The Charity Commission expects organisations to know that their money is coming from somewhere reputable. This guidance explains what you can take.
How to make the most of volunteers while ensuring they don’t become workers or employees
Questions you might ask yourself if you're thinking of raising a concern.
How grant makers can contribute to better safeguarding practice
Guide to welcoming and training new volunteers
Use this page to make sure you’re meeting your data protection responsibilities.
A sample family leave policy, designed for small charities and voluntary organisations
How to support your staff to take part in volunteering opportunities
Guidance on making a provisional offer of employment and conducting checks
How to set a salary structure and reward staff with fair and competitive pay