One million lives in communities across Ireland have been impacted by Rethink Ireland. The phenomenal work of Deirdre Mortell and her team, donors and awardees has culminated in a €109 Million fund, built over seven years. 👏 At a recent celebration with donors and awardee organisations, Rethink Ireland launched a report that documents the transformative impact this fund will have. This report documents that the €109 Million fund has: ✅ Reached over one million people ✅ Launched 58 funds ✅ Backed 448 innovative projects ✅ Supported 137,134 learners ✅ Created 998 jobs in the non-profit sector, supporting 3,309 people into employment Rethink Ireland is bringing systems change through groundbreaking social innovation in cities, towns and communities across Ireland. In four core areas of Education, Health, Green Transition and Social Enterprise. Learn more here https://rethinkireland.ie/ #SocialImpact #SocialInnovation #SustainableIreland #RethinkIreland
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How can funders support social mobility? 📈 In this roundtable, community organizations tackled the biggest challenges and strongest interventions for upward mobility, and identified funder interventions that could help move the needle. Like most social issues, it's a complicated web to untangle, from self-belief to career support to reimagining school curricula. Report coming soon, but one thing was clear: We have to tackle this issue systemically if we want to see results. Thanks as always to Westminster Foundation for trusting me and Charly Young MBE to facilitate ✨
Yesterday we held roundtables in #Chester and #Westminster, to explore the themes #Aspirations and #SocialMobility, which are central to empowering young people to reach their potential. 🚀 Throughout 2024, we’re hosting roundtables on our funding areas as part of our strategy refresh. Key themes from our discussions included: 🌟External events such as Covid-19 and the cost-of-living crisis have limited young people’s aspirations and social mobility opportunities. 🌟Embedding career guidance and work experience opportunities into the curriculum is crucial. We need to prioritise and create space for these interventions in schools. 🌟Social mobility charities with aligned objectives are delivering separately, there is an opportunity to increase impact through more collaboration, shared learning and joint funding applications. Thank you to our facilitators Charly Young MBE and Christen Brandt, and to all the charity representatives for their valuable insights and for supporting marginalised young people into good work. Sinead Buckley Rhian Thomas Sarah Devonport Helen Mann Phil West Emma Hooper Victoria Lindop Felicity Halstead Jenni Tomblin MSc Anna Morris Russell Findlay Sue Riley FRSA Richard Rigby Anthony Brown Andrea Thomson Morris Selena O'Donnell Kate Farley Lorna Shields Diane Aplin Lynsey Whitley MInstF (dip) Bethan Cooper Dr Brendan King ⚧️📚Olivier Le Quellec Abbie Kirk Kate Brown Kimberly G. Fiona Griffith Julie Ellis
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I read a brilliant (and still relevant) article this week, back from 2019 by Tom Neill-Eagle that’s titled “46% of grants cost more than they’re worth." How on earth can we have a grant funding industry, where almost half the donations (revenue) are costing more to process than the grant itself? That is totally bonkers! It actually makes me angry - given the need in our communities. But, having been active in this space for a number of years, I can believe it. Through ActionFunder we are offering a better, easier and cheaper way of grant funding. A way that reduces costs, admin burden and sees more money go – transparently – to the communities that need it most. The outcome = more impact. And more value. No-brainer, right? Wrong. I’m going to be brutally honest. I think much of the grant giving world is stuck in old processes and entrenched in admin-heavy ways. But why? 1. Distributing grants isn’t as easy as it sounds. It definitely needs oversight and processes. 2. Change is never easy. 3. People giving out grants have probably the best jobs in the world. They have quasi god-like status deciding who gets funds and when. There is huge power in that role. Why would they want to change? Where’s the incentive? The truth is that there isn’t much incentive. But, by not changing, grant givers are dis-serving the very communities they should be supporting. It’s about the communities, not the funders. We’re on a mission to re-balance the industry dynamics. To stop non-profits from spending a third of their time (£900m pa in the UK) filling in forms for grants, so they can focus on what they do best – changing lives & communities. We see a world where grant giving is transparent, quick, effective and impactful. Time to change and unblock this mess. Join us if you agree. PS - This is a feisty article. I’d welcome your comments. #GrantMakingUK #CommunityFundingUK #TechForGoodUK #CorporateGiving #UKFunding #CommunityGrants #ActionFunder #UKCharities
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🌟 Assessing the Impact of Village Development Programs! 🌟 We recently visited several villages and communities to understand the development projects implemented and their profound impact on people's lives. 💼✨ Our approach? It was informal yet impactful, reflecting the community's spirit. We used the following methods to collect data for a comprehensive assessment. Scroll till the end to learn more!💪🚀 If you want to learn more about what we do? Explore our website! https://lnkd.in/eyQAWhzk #impactassessment #villagedevelopment #communities #communityleaders #innovation #humancenteredapproaches #nonprofits #drivingchange #socialimpact
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Transform support raising in 45 days! Learn the best from the best, elevate skills, build bonds, and secure funding—no ifs, ands, or buts! #SupportRaising #MinistryFunding #Empowerment #FundraisingSuccess #SkillDevelopment #CommunityBuilding #ImpactfulConnections #RaiseSupportWithConfidence
The 45-day challenge was created to help those who wanted to revolutionize their support raising. Join us as we elevate our skills, forge lasting relationships, and get funded before the summer—no ifs, ands, or buts about it! #SupportRaising #support raising #MinistryFunding #FaithBasedInitiative #Nonprofitsupportraising #ChristianMinistry #MissionSupport #Stewardship
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#Nonprofits make an indispensable contribution to our society. However, HR challenges often severely impact their important work. With consulting firm Impact46, the Personio Foundation spoke to +1,100 nonprofits from 115 countries across 5 continents to understand their challenges and strategies for success. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/dP2WpYq9
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💬 Do you #KnowYourFunders? Today’s AwardedGrants.AU carousel takes a deep dive into the Department of Health & Aged Care’s Social Support #grants awarded in the last 12 months. 📊 Explore the projects funded, the trends shaping social support, and how these grants are impacting communities across Australia. 📌 Follow us for regular updates and insights on grant opportunities and funding outcomes. 💬 Interested in learning more? Comment below and sign up for a free trial to discover funding opportunities for your organisation! #SocialSupport #KnowYourFunders #Grants #AwardedGrantsAU #HealthFunding #CommunitySupport #GovernmentGrants #FundingInsights #NonProfitFunding
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📢 Voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations (VCSEs) are under increasing pressure, not least due to the unpredictability and short term nature of the funding environment, recruitment issues and skills gaps. Our first interim evaluation report for The National Lottery Community Fund explores the Dormant Assets NI Phase 1 Grant Programme. The programme sought to build the capacity, resilience and sustainability of the VCSE sector in Northern Ireland. So, what can we learn about what works? Six key themes were identified for building the capacity, resilience and sustainability of VCSEs: - Diversification of income sources - Strategic operational and financial planning - Staff/volunteer recruitment and training - Developing leadership and management capabilities - Partnership working - Demonstrating impact and social value. Read more in the first interim evaluation report 👉 https://lnkd.in/eD3M6NCn #ThirdSector #voluntary #charities #socialenterprise #communitysector #NorthernIreland NICVA (Northern Ireland Council for Voluntary Action), Social Enterprise UK, NCVO, Charity Commission for Northern Ireland, Department of Finance, Reclaim Fund Ltd, Kate Beggs
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How to Measure the Impact of Your Organization and Prove its Value Discover effective strategies to measure your organization's impact and demonstrate its value to donors, stakeholders, and the community. Learn how to showcase the significance of your work and make a compelling case for its importance. #MeasuringImpact #ProvingValue #NonprofitSuccess #OrganizationalImpact #DemonstratingValue #ImpactMeasurement #DonorEngagement #StakeholderRelations #CommunitySupport #NonprofitManagement
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It’s #NationalNonProfitDay. Today we want to shout out the 1,420+ third sector organisations delivering vital services across South Lanarkshire. Despite facing significant challenges, these organisations continue to have a profound impact on our communities. It’s important that we recognise their value and work together to ensure they have the resources necessary to not just survive - but thrive. Read more in the #KeepTheBeatAlive Impact Report: https://bit.ly/3Ks8b4M
