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.
Getting the support of your trustees and establishing good governing principles
How to embed safeguarding at every level of your organisation
What are safeguarding reports and how can trustees work with them?
Find out about a lead trustee for safeguarding's role and responsibilities
Find organisations that can help you plan and review your safeguarding work
What the Charity Commission expects you to do, and the main areas of activity to focus on
What you need to apply for a grant
Understand what insurance your organisation needs if it involves volunteers