Guidance on all aspects of collaboration, from mergers to working with local compacts
An introduction to working with other organisations, including getting started and key stages
Learn about the key stages of collaboration and what they mean for your organisation
Collaborative working, also known as joint or partnership working, covers a variety of ways that two or more organisations can work together
Decide whether collaboration will help you achieve your aims by learning about the potential benefits and risks
A checklist of questions to help you decide whether to work collaboratively on a given project.
Tips to help voluntary organisations collaborate effectively with the right partners
This page explains the different ways that voluntary organisations may collaborate in order to bid for and deliver a commissioned contract
Different ways of working collaboratively with other organisations
Guidance to help you decide whether working in partnership is right for your organisation
Many charities want to evaluate their impact but lack time or confidence. This blog shares how we support practical, sustainable approaches to self-evaluation.
NCVO announces the appointment of Kate Lee OBE as its new chief executive, joining at a crucial moment for the voluntary sector.
A statement from Kate Lee OBE, our chief executive, on the recent attacks in Manchester.
We know from speaking to our members about the increased need for sector support and solidarity in times of division and racial hatred.
Members came together for our 2025 AGM to reflect on the past year, hear from our leadership team, and welcome our new treasurer and chief executive.
A refreshed Charity Governance Code gives clearer guidance for charity boards on leadership, decision making and inclusion.
Our latest Governance in Focus report reveals that charity boards are improving how they govern but still have work to do on inclusion and culture.
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