A 2021 Christmas Message from Emma Willder

A 2021 Christmas Message from Emma Willder

Who would have thought that when I recorded my message this time last year, that 12 months on we would still be in the pandemic and we’d still be feeling the effects of that.  I know I certainly didn’t.  I don’t know about you, but I have...
Supporting Small Charities This Festive Season

Supporting Small Charities This Festive Season

The past 12-18 months have certainly been challenging, and the charity sector has not been left unscathed from the effects of COVID19. With demand for charity services at an all-time high and continuing to grow, we know that many smaller charities often feel added...
Charity Management vs. Charity Governance

Charity Management vs. Charity Governance

For small to medium-sized charities, governance and management can be two big grey areas with many misunderstandings as to what these two functions include and mean to individuals and teams, especially as your charity begins to grow.   We like to summarise...
Effective Leadership in the Charity Sector

Effective Leadership in the Charity Sector

Guest post by Fran Ferris-Ockwell There is an ongoing challenge in the charity sector around recruiting and retaining the best leadership talent. The sector is gifted with some of the most talented, ethical, and driven people in the workforce. These are people who are...
VAT & Property – Welcome to the Minefield!

VAT & Property – Welcome to the Minefield!

Guest post by Les Howard of vatadvice.org VAT and property can be an expensive combination! The good news is that charities can benefit from VAT reliefs in relation to property transactions. These reliefs are welcome but are subject to various conditions and...