Civil Society Involvement

Happy #SocialEnterpriseDay! There are more than 100,000 social enterprises in the UK, contributing £60 billion to the economy and employing around two million people. We are committed in our work to give the 3rd sector a voice nationally. 🗣️

🗞️Great news this week for Charities across the UK's most deprived. They may have access to a share of the £4m Cost-of-Living Fund! Find out if yours is eligible here ⤵️ #costofliving #thirdsector thirdsector.co.uk/charities-…

NEWS 🗞️ The Charity Commission Annual Public Meeting 2023 will take place Nov 15th at 11am - 12.30pm. 📍 The Florrie, Liverpool, L8 4RF It's open to all members of the public and charity representatives who wish to attend in person or join online.⤵️

Exciting news for the #charity sector! 🌟 New £40M Youth Investment Fund grant will empower organizations to make a real impact on #youthdevelopment. 👏 Read more here ⤵️ civilsociety.co.uk/news/char…

🗞️ Government invites charities offering critical services to apply to £71m fund 💰 Applicant charities must offer at least one critical service. See more at⤵️ civilsociety.co.uk/news/gove…

🏊Para Swimming World Championships & @ComIntCare charity have united to change lives! The union will see over 30 people across #GreaterManchester enjoy unique personal development opportunities✨ #ParaSwimming Read more here⤵️ @Para_swimming charitytoday.co.uk/para-swim…

Legacy Futures has announced new support for small charities @talkinglegacies The support is designed for those who want to take their first steps in legacy fundraising, and many are likely to be small or #startup charities. Find out more ⤵️ fundraising.co.uk/2023/06/22…

The first Social Value Annual Report from the @LpoolCityRegion Combined Authority outlines their Social Value impact over the past 12 months and the priorities going forward. Find out more here➡️ lnkd.in/eqfb5ZMF

🗞️Optimism on financial position and recruitment is growing in the charity sector, but economic and social pressures are impacting volunteer retention📈📉 Find out more here⤵️ fundraising.co.uk/2023/06/09…

Are you involved with a health-related charity? Nominations are open for Creative Shootout Charity of the Year 2024 ⤵️ and the winner will receive help with a national campaign! fundraising.co.uk/2023/05/11…

Recently charitable giving has been on the decline in the UK.🔻 @CIOFtweets examines why this is, and how we can grow giving once again. Read more here: bit.ly/3JP4QMm

NEW funding announcements from @DCMS & @LottoGoodCauses Community Fund & other grant makers ☟ Read more here: bit.ly/3LbfLCG

Charities have until 5 April to find an estimated £564mn in unclaimed Gift Aid 🎁 @SwiftaidUk has launched the ‘Great Gift Aid Hunt‘ to encourage charities to make sure they don’t miss out! Find out more here: bit.ly/41sadJB

A quick round up of funding opportunities available around the UK, from RSE’s Personal Research Fellowships, to funding for recycling programmes, and local opportunities ☟ Read more here: fundraising.co.uk/2023/02/13…

The Government has agreed to talks on charity lottery limits following an open letter by the leaders of 100 British charities. They say the limits are depriving them of millions of pounds in much-needed funding. Read more here: bit.ly/3JJmqTx

The England ESF Programme 2014-2020 ‘Project Showcase’ sets out the activities and achievements of over 70 ESF projects across the country, including through films and case studies. Find out more here ⤵️ ow.ly/uhO550M3cpY