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Have you read our blog? ‘Labour’s Landslide: What the new government means for charities and non-profits’. It goes through some of the policies and promises that could impact charities. “It's been reported that 242 MPs in the Labour government have experience in the charity sector, ranging from employees, volunteers and fundraisers. There are also eight members of the cabinet that have worked in charities as opposed to the Conservative government’s cabinet of which only two members had worked in charities, according to an article by Pro Bono Economics.” Read more on our website. #thecharityspark #labourgovernment #charityimpact #newgovernment

While the myth that #LegacyAdministration is just about thanking and banking may have been debunked (or has it?), the breadth of the role remains a mystery to many #Fundraisers and senior managers. Legacy consultant Duane Saunders looks at why raising internal awareness of legacy administration within charities is crucial for optimising #LegacyIncome.    👉 Read the article here https://lnkd.in/eEd96T7W   #LegacyAdmin #Fundraising #Charities

📊 Charity legacy income is estimated to have reached £4.1bn in the year 2023/24 — just a 1.3% increase on the previous year but still remaining above the £4bn level. This is estimated based on this year’s #LegacyMonitor, our annual benchmarking research programme, which gathers data from over 80 charities, accounting for almost 50% of the charity legacy market. If you didn’t manage to join our Annual Public Webinar earlier this month, you can watch it here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e8hPrZMa Caroline Waters, Kath Horsley and Doug Clow take you through the findings of the Legacy Monitor and provide a forecast of what the legacy sector can expect to see in the years ahead. #LegacyFundraising #CharitySector #Fundraising #LearningAndDevelopment

This is really important strategically for our sector. #Charitable #Grantmakers by themselves won't be able to shoulder the demand entirely. Rectifying the dire state of #LocalGovernment finances but also improving #Corporate giving and #Philanthropy, getting it higher up the policy agenda has to be part of the solution in my opinion. Also getting the #DormantAssets actually deployed to communities via #CommunityWealthFund(s).

💰 Unpacking the implications of the UK Spring Budget for charities! From cultural project funds to VAT threshold tweaks, delve into our article for insights on how the budget aims to ease the burden on charitable organisations ⬇️ #BudgetAnalysis #CharitySector #SpringBudget

The charity sector isn’t a single, uniform entity; rather, it’s a vast and intricate tapestry of diverse organisations, each playing a vital role in the well-being of many. Consequently, the regulations governing charities are intricate and multifaceted. This is where Xeinadin shines as a beacon of value for this sector. Find out more here: https://sowo.kr/0BctLDmz #Charities #TrustedAdvisors #Specialists

Charitable giving can have a significant impact on your community and even your financial future? Celebrate #InternationalDayofCharity by donating to your favorite charity today! #WealthManagement #CharitableGiving #FinancialAdvisor #Austin #Texas

📉 Small Charities Feeling the Squeeze Public donations now make up just 25% of income for small charities, down from 54% in 2020/21. With 73% lacking a primary income source, many are relying heavily on grants and limited funding. Read the latest UK Civil Society Almanac for more insights. #CharityChallenges #SupportSmallCharities #Fundraising

📈Amid a serious decline in funding - from government, local authorities and individual donations - grants from charitable foundations are one of the few funding streams that has remained stable during a time of increased demand for charities. Emily Harle's analysis in Third Sector explores how this demand is shifting upstream and the impact it is having on grantmakers. https://lnkd.in/em7qTbv6 🔍𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬: 1. 📊 Surge in applications: Association of Charitable Foundations members report staggering increases in application volumes – ranging from 30% to an overwhelming 100%. 2. ⚖️ Capacity constraints: grantmakers face the delicate balance of managing this surge, usually with a very small staff team, while maintaining fair, effective evaluation processes. 3. 🔄 Adaptive responses from funders: - Increasing funding allocations - Restructuring grant programmes to better align with charities' needs - Streamlining decision-making processes - Reducing administrative burden on applicants 4. ⏸️ Temporary Pauses: Some grantmakers have had to temporarily suspend new applications while implementing these essential changes. At Association of Charitable Foundations we emphasise the importance of collaboration between funders. When grantmakers consider pausing their programmes, we encourage dialogue with other funders to understand the ecosystem-wide impact of such decisions. #CharitableFunding #Philanthropy #NonprofitSector #GrantMaking #SocialImpact 

It's tough out there! Charities are under incredible strain after years of cuts and austerity that have caused them to be needed more than ever by their communities. It is a perfect storm. More need. More red tape. More legislation Higher prices Less funding from All sources as funders, individuals, businesses struggle with the same issues And governments make cuts which cause more problems Charities pick up the pieces of the mess they make The announcement of the closure of Zoes Place in Liverpool is another example of the challenges the sector faces. Hundreds of charities are closing and vital services lost. Many charity staff are burning out, becoming ill or giving up in desperation and exhaustion. It is not bad management. It is unprecedented times. There has never been a greater need for people to give and support their local charities. Give without expecting lots of the charity's time. Give without tieing up the money to projects which means they can't pay staff or bills. Offering time is great but doesn't pay the bills. Regular, unrestricted giving, even in small amounts is like gold dust. Together we can make a difference.