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
Recent governance news, resources, research, events and more
Find out if your organisation is eligible for new funding up to £75,000
Learn how new banking rules will affect your charity or voluntary organisation
The Rt Hon Lisa Nandy MP shares support for the voluntary sector in the wake of riots and unrest across England
We share key findings from a new report that highlights the digital barriers stopping many disabled adults from fully participating in volunteering
A round-up of the key conversations and takeaways from the Labour Party Conference
NCVO's governance consultant Mo Wiltshire shares highlights from the Charity Commission’s recent research into trustee confidence
Baroness Delyth Morgan was confirmed as NCVO's new president. Two new trustees, Ruth Marvel and Louise Posocco, were also appointed
Published annually by NCVO, the Almanac is the definitive publication on the state of the voluntary sector. Widely cited by the media, it is used extensively by sector leaders, policy makers, journalists and academics.
A survey of the voluntary sector
Our round-up of the new Labour government’s spending plans and what they mean for charities and communities
How to request and process DBS checks
Guidance on what checks you need to complete for people working overseas
Guidance on additional information you need to consider when carrying out DBS checks for trustees
Steps you need to take to keep data safe once DBS checks have been carried out
Guidance on what to do if a staff member or volunteer has a criminal record
Find out about whistleblowing, and the policies your organisation should have in place.
Questions you might ask yourself if you're thinking of raising a concern.
Find out about different types of concerns and ways they can be reported.
Find out why it's useful to stay up to date with safeguarding terminology
Find definitions of some of the most common safeguarding terminology