Entries by Carita Magnani

Meet DSC’s Wellbeing Team

“Due to rising demand and pressure, a high proportion of charity workers suffer from burnout because of work. However, preventative actions can be put into place to avoid this and improve retention…” Read more here.

£10 tickets for ‘The Purist’ at The Kiln!

The Kiln have allocated £10 tickets for The Purist, a high energy comedy featuring DJ sets, rap battles and unforgettable beats: Lamont, a legendary emcee and Mr Bugz, a hall-of-fame DJ, have been winding up their Musical Theatre loving neighbour Gerry for as long as they can remember. But when two aspiring rappers, Nancy and […]

Funding to Support Not-for-Profit LGBT+ Organisations (England)

Not-for-profit organisations led by and for under-represented groups within the LGBT+ community in England can apply for a share of £500,000 in funding to help them stay well-resourced, sustainable and resilient. The LGBT+ Futures: Equity Fund will award grants of up to £25,000 to intersectional organisations working with D/deaf, Disabled, Neurodivergent LGBT+ people; LGBTQIA+ Women; […]

Funding for Charity Building Projects (London)

Registered charities and exempt bodies in London planning building refurbishment projects of less than £200,000 can apply for grants of between £5,000 and £10,000. The building work can include general refurbishments or a specific scheme; repairs; creating disabled access; or fulfilling of Health and Safety requirements or fire protection. The funding is being provided through […]

Transitional Safeguarding: Reducing the Risk of Harm & Exploitation Online Training, 30.01.2025, 09:30-12:30

Bridging the gaps between Children and Adult Services is essential to safeguard young people, reducing the risk of harm and exploitation. Learn how to overcome cliff edges that leave children unprotected upon entering legal adulthood. How to ensure we’re delivering the right support for different needs? This Transitional Safeguarding: Reducing the Risks of Harm and […]

Funding to Enable Disadvantaged Young People Reach their Potential (UK)

Registered charities (including Schools registered as charities for young people with disabilities) that work with disadvantaged children under 25 can apply for funding of up to £10,000. Of particular interest are projects that provide opportunities for disadvantaged children and young people to fulfil their potential and educational activities that develop learning, motivation and skills. Projects […]

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Chancellor’s Autumn Budget Statement: Make Your Voice Heard

The chancellor’s autumn budget statement announced changes that will potentially have a devastating impact on the charity and voluntary sector. It is estimated that the sector’s total increased cost of employer National Insurance Contributions will be £1.4bn per year. Charities are already in a dire situation, struggling to juggle the soaring demand for their services, […]

Trustees Week: 04-08.11.24

Celebrate Trustees’ Week by empowering your Board with our best-selling governance book, It’s a Battle on the Board. Authored by Debra Allcock Tyler, this essential guide blends leadership theory with practical insights and real-life examples. Key topics include: Understanding your role as a trustee Collaborating effectively with fellow trustees and the CEO Navigating information and […]