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DSC Relaunch #EverybodyBenefits Campaign

DSC say they are dissapointed with the government’s support package for charities, but still pushing desperately for the help we all need. They’re wrestling with the implications of what’s been announced and looking at the gaps that leaves, and will be back arguing the case for more help after the Easter weekend.

In the meantime, they’re relaunching our #EverybodyBenefits campaign. There’s no better time to show government, journalists, and everybody else that the work charities do is critical to society. It’s not an add-on or something we can do without, everything we do is connected to making the world a better place – and #EverybodyBenefits from that!

Read more and get involved here.

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In Kind Direct: New, Donated, Consumer Goods to Charities, Not-for-Profit’s & Social Enterprises

Is the UK charity connecting manufacturers and retailers of goods like household essentials to charitable organisations (not just registered charities). Organisations can register for free, and access huge savings on the In Kind Direct online catalogue. This includes toilet roll, hand wash, cleaning and laundry supplies, period products, mother & baby supplies, indoor activities and toiletries. You can give products to the people you support or use them to keep running your services. Find out more here, or email Charlotte, Head of Charity Partnerships

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DSC: We’re Still Fighting for Sector Support

This could be a pivotal week in the #EveryDayCounts campaign efforts to get a swift, substantial and simple emergency government funding package for charities and voluntary organisations.

We’re still pushing government for a Resilience Fund to get charities through the next few months.

There was some excellent media coverage over the weekend, with the Telegraph and the Independent newspapers talking about the importance of charitable services in these difficult times and the need for Treasury support.

We may be getting closer to a deal but it’s a difficult process and there’s nothing concrete on the table yet – so please keep writing to your MPs and publicising your story!  

You can also tell Parliament’s DCMS Select Committee what’s happening to you and the people you serve – they’re asking for evidence about the impact of COVID19 on charities until 16 April.

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West London Business ‘Talk at Ten’ Webcasts – FREE Recap of The First Five!

Since the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic, WLB has been regularly convening a range of experts to address the various issues confronting business in West London. ‘Talk at Ten’ webcasts bring WLB CEO Andrew Dakers and guests together in our virtual studio to tackle the toughest topics of our time.

By popular demand, we’re now opening up our archive of the first five episodes ‘Talk at Ten’ for FREE viewing.

EPISODE 1: HR & People
Hear from HR professionals, as well as businesses in the manufacturing and events sectors, on the challenges of managing significant business change. Play >>

EPISODE 2: Public Sector Emergency Response
We discuss the Local authority, parliamentary, NHS and Police response to coronavirus in West London. Play >>

EPISODE 3: Finance
The third West London Business ‘Talk at Ten’ looks at financing your business through Coronavirus. Play >>

EPISODE 4: Leading & Coaching Virtual Teams
We look at the challenges and opportunities of home-working through the Coronvirus pandemic. Play >>

EPISODE 5: The Food Industry Response
We explore how food businesses – including those based in and around Park Royal – are adapting to the latest challenges. Play >>

Tuesday 7 April, 10am: West London Webcast ‘Talk at Ten’: Coronavirus – How your business can support the West London community
In this programme we will be looking at the various actions taken by businesses in West London and beyond – and how you can get involved. Register for the webcast: just £9 for WLB members* and £14 for non-members. BOOK NOW

 

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Using K&C Libraries Online

Following the Government’s announcement on Friday 20 March all libraries in the borough have closed until further notice. We have also cancelled all library events and activities and extended due dates for all borrowed items, so you will not be charged overdue fees.

We look forward to welcoming you back to the library in due course but in the meantime, we have a fantastic online library to offer you – newspapers, journals, comics, books, audiobooks, language-learning platform and dictionaries, reference materials for students and much more – all available to you remotely, from home, with just your library card.

Don’t have a library card? Don’t worry – you can join online and use the resources straight away with the registration number you get when you fill the form.

For some of them you need to download an app, while others are available by simply entering your library membership number  – just click through the links provided in this newsletter and you will be guided to whatever is of interest.

If you run into difficulties, email libraries@rbkc.gov.uk and we’ll do our best to help.

 

 

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Supporting your Skeleton Crew

If you’ve taken the difficult decision to furlough staff, it’s going to be a long way from business as usual. Read our top tips for working effectively and supporting the staff who are still working.

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Energise with Free PE Sessions from Home for The Kids (& Adults!)

The Body Coach, Joe Wicks, is holding daily online PE sessions for children nationwide, and he’s giving all profits straight to the NHS. Read the Guardian article here or go straight to his Youtube channel here.

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Wellbeing Tips from Mind

The Head of Workplace Wellbeing at Mind has put together some tips for line managers about how they can support their team’s wellbeing as well as their own while working remotely or from home. Read on.

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Mr Motivator Links up with Charity for Daily Workout Fundraiser on Facebook

St Barnabas has recruited the fitness expert to host workouts on Facebook to help improve people’s health during social isolation at home and to raise money for patient support. Learn more

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