The Charity Commission has recently updated their COVID-19 guidance for charities. This includes changes to our approach to filing extensions for annual returns, and updates to guidance on charity meetings and insolvency provisions. Find out more here
Category: Publications
NCVO: ‘Involving Volunteers’ Guide
‘Involving volunteers’ content for step-by-step guidance on managing volunteers. Full of practical tips and resources, our guidance can help you give your volunteers the best possible experience and make the most of the skills they bring. view guides
Updates from our ‘Let’s Talk’ networking meeting
Thank you to all those who attended the first Let’s Talk Network and contributing to the discussions. To ensure you are part of this exciting networking opportunity going forward you can register your interest completing our Let’s Talk Feedback Form If you were unable to join us, here are some notes and discussions from … Continue reading Updates from our ‘Let’s Talk’ networking meeting
Anxiety UK supports Carers Week
It's National Carers Week, Anxiety UK are celebrating by giving all their lovely followers a FREE copy of Caregivers guide to anxiety. Download your copy here: http://ow.ly/idfF50EW6O5 Information about the Guide Written by our CEO Nicky, the guide is the first of its kind in the UK, and offers information and advice to individuals supporting … Continue reading Anxiety UK supports Carers Week
The Art of Storytelling and the Science of Fundraising
A new article from Charity Digital looks at how an effective and emotive narrative is one of the essentials needed in your fundraising toolkit. From demonstrating your impact to cross generational communications, Charity Digital have put forward simple ideas to help change and innovate your processes. view article here
NCVO VOLUNTEERS’ WEEK 2021: A time to say thanks at an important Crossroad for Volunteering
Article Source: NCVO Read the latest governance news, including new trustee recruitment guidance, announcement of the Charities Bill and thoughts on returning to offices Governance Round up May 2021 The impact of the pandemic on the volunteering landscape has been extraordinary. There have been big shifts in how people are volunteering, what they’re doing, and … Continue reading NCVO VOLUNTEERS’ WEEK 2021: A time to say thanks at an important Crossroad for Volunteering
BATIAS Independent Advocacy receives The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service
BATIAS Independent Advocacy, a charity based in Grays have been honoured with The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest award a voluntary group can receive in the UK. BATIAS provides independent advocacy for people with learning disabilities, supporting them to make choices about their life and helping them to learn new skills. We enable … Continue reading BATIAS Independent Advocacy receives The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service
New Reports published by Healthwatch Thurrock
Healthwatch Thurrock have recently released new reports, please see below to find out more and view. Mental Health Covid Report Healthwatch Thurrock conducted a survey to reflect the experiences of residents during the Covid-19 lockdown periods and the effects this has had on their Health and Mental Wellbeing. Coronavirus Report Healthwatch Thurrock conducted a survey … Continue reading New Reports published by Healthwatch Thurrock
Thurrock Play Network re-opens today!
14/04/2021 We are very excited to be welcoming the public back through our doors this Wednesday and as a special Thank You we are offering any NEW members a little gift! If you sign up to become a member during the months of April and May 2021 you will receive a voucher to redeem a … Continue reading Thurrock Play Network re-opens today!
This week’s helpful resources for Charities
Are you a charity or social enterprise navigating relationships with your funders during Covid-19? You may find Good Finance UK’s new guide created with Big Society Cap helpful view here Are you a 'lockdown Trustee'? NCVO has some great tips on how to make being a new Board member an advantage view here Advice for … Continue reading This week’s helpful resources for Charities