Explore how the 2025 Spending Review affects charities – including changes to welfare, school meals, NICs and local government funding.
Limited measures announced, but not enough to ease financial strain on charities.
The government has announced a new initiative designed to support stronger, fairer and more collaborative relationships between charities and local government.
Practical tips on how to find the money you need for your group or charity
Guidance to help you prepare for your first grant application
Guidance to help you decide if applying for a grant is the best option
What you need to apply for a grant
Learn about what a grant fund is and how it works
Guidance on preparing your budget
A review of the voluntary sector's operating environment.
Learn about donating to a voluntary organisation
Learn more about legacy gifts
Learn more about lotteries, prize competitions and free draws
Learn more about major donors
Learn about online donation platforms
Learn more about online charity auctions
Learn more about payroll giving in the voluntary sector
Learn more about telephone fundraising for voluntary organisations
Learn about what fundraising myths exist
Decide if crowdfunding is right for you