Entries by Carita Magnani

Charities Consider Permanent Four-Day Week Switch after Trial ‘Success’

‘Charities that took part in the world’s largest four-day week trial have said they are now considering making the change to working patterns permanent. The initiative, which was piloted in the UK between June and December 2022 by 61 organisations with around 2,900 workers, published its results today. Around seven charities piloted the scheme, whereby employees […]

23/02/2023 by

Funding to Support Disabled & Disadvantaged Children (UK)

Grants of up to £5,000 are available to registered charities to fund equipment and services to support disabled and disadvantaged children under the age of 13 across the UK. The Toy Trust fund helps disadvantaged children and their families to alleviate suffering; support children through awful experiences; encourage achievement through adversity; purchase vital equipment; provide […]

21/02/2023 by

Training for the NHS

View Westminster Insight’s popular range of NHS events and training courses below. We are delighted to offer a discount of 20% off all events booked before Thursday 23rd February. Group discounts are also available. You’ll receive a discount of 25% if you book 5 places or more.  Our events are CPD certified. You will receive a personalised attendance certificate stating the number of learning […]

21/02/2023 by

Carers Hubs Caseworker Required

Join Carers Network to be part of our well stablished Carers Hubs and work with the rest of the Team providing unpaid adult carers with individual support plans tailored to their needs, as well as developing relationships with partner organisations to raise awareness of carers’ rights and needs. We are looking for someone who is […]

14/02/2023 by

End of Life Carers Support Worker Required

Join Carers Network to be part of our well stablished End of Life Carers Project and work with the Project Manager providing unpaid adult carers with individual support plans tailored to their needs, as well as developing relationships with partner organisations to raise awareness of carers’ rights and needs. We are looking for someone who […]

14/02/2023 by

State of the Sector Survey

This is a moment of rapid change for the whole sector, as the cost-of-living bites and service demands rise. Completing this independent survey by experts at Pro Bono Economics and Nottingham Trent University’s National VCSE Data and Insights Observatory is essential. By taking part, you will help inform government, media, and many others, of the […]

14/02/2023 by
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Fundraising for Core Vs Project Costs, Sue Spiller, Sobus CEO

A useful article from https://nonprofitgrowth.co.uk Trust fundraising for core costs is one of the biggest challenges for trust and grants fundraisers out there. Firstly, there are a lot of trusts out there that are offering core support, though this may have decreased due to Pandemic. During the first two years of their Covid-19 response, many […]

09/02/2023 by

Cost of Living Crisis – Charity Excellence Update, Sue Spiller, Sobus CEO

A useful article from Charity Excellence on the impact of the Cost of Living crisis on UK charities.  You can find more on their website https://www.charityexcellence.co.uk/ There are no major changes to our previous forecast, as the crisis appears to be following our modelling predictions.    Good News.  There has been some hopeful economic news, […]

09/02/2023 by

Bikeworks: Cycle Taxi with a Difference!

Residents of Hammersmith and Kensington can enjoy Bikeworks ‘cycle taxi with a difference’. The perfect vehicle for tackling loneliness. This completely free service operating across North London, allows up to three passengers to enjoy gentle exercise and fresh air while making journeys in their neighbourhood in a social group- it has been proven to be beneficial for physical and mental […]

07/02/2023 by

February Half-Term FREE Activities & Food – Book Now!

Click here for a list of organisations (in alphabetical order) that will be working throughout the February Half-Term (Monday 13th – Saturday 18th February), to deliver free activities and food to children and young people. Each provider has provided further information on how you can book a space for your child(ren).

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