In this edition, Sandy Chidley, senior consultant, spotlights opportunities in impact and evaluation and shares useful evaluation resources and training opportunities
How NCVO's independent governance review is helping us live up to our values and the Charity Governance Code we helped create
Sarah Vibert, NCVO CEO, responds to the Autumn Statement
Highlights from our 2022 annual general meeting
Charities hit hardest by spiralling energy costs are facing a cliff edge of support unless the government continues subsidising bills past March 2023
Our latest update on what’s happening in Westminster that might impact charities. This month sees a new government, with plenty for charities to think about.
Five ways you can support staff through the cost of living crisis when resources are limited
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.
As Volunteers' Week 2023 draws to a close, the Minister for Civil Society looks back on the week and shares his thoughts
Reflections on the recent Charity Commission board appointments along with updates and upcoming events
Volunteering consultant Helen Tourle shares the latest volunteering news, updates, events and training
We share findings from our latest national survey on the volunteer experience
Our latest update on what’s happening in Westminster and how it might impact charities
Charity representatives tell us their priorities ahead of next year’s general election
NCVO launches campaign to encourage charities to consider divestment
Volunteering consultant Helen Tourle shares volunteering news and dates for your diary
Resources, free events, support and information on the big issues affecting small charities
An update on our influencing work, government policy and funding announcements
Find out what makes charity finance different and how to plan appropriately
Internal controls are the things you do to help manage the risk of an error or a fraud
How to be aware of the risk factors relating to fraud and take steps to protect your organisation.
The difference between audits and independent examinations and how to prepare for both
The basic principles of bookkeeping are the same for charities as for other organisations, you just need to be aware of the slightly different emphasis and the need to keep restricted funds separate.
Guidance on creating a financial strategy and what you need to include
A pre-built spreadsheet that calculates your income percentages when you input your current funding and future targets
How to create budgets, cashflow forecasts and understanding the cashflow process
Learn about what budgets and cashflow forecasts are and how to write a budget