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The Big Future - survey for young people

02 Jun, 2026by Julie GibsonConsultation

The Children's Commissioner, Dame Rachel de Souza, has launched her latest survey - The Big Future, to give children a real say in the changes that are needed to ensure that childhood is a time of flourishing and growth. 

Measuring the Value of the Sector

02 Jun, 2026by Clare FianderCase Study, North Norfolk, Reports & Evidence, Support for organisations and communities

The voluntary, community, and social enterprise sector is really diverse, and the thing that unites us is that we are all founded and centred on doing good – whatever our objects.  A huge challenge with this is demonstrating to other sectors (and sometimes ourselves) the value of what we do.  

Turn Everyday Online Shopping into Unrestricted Funding for Your Organisation

02 Jun, 2026by Julie GibsonFunding

Over £2.2 million has recently been paid out to organisations using easyfundraising, thanks to donations from retailers when people shop online. 

A lesson from history – Enclosures and Poor’s Lands in Norfolk

21 May, 2026by Steve NunnEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Heritage, Knowledge Base, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities

More than 480 Poor’s Lands or Poor’s Allotments still exist across Norfolk today, and they help with grants for household repairs and appliances, education, hospital transport and financial support. 

Safeguarding Training

14 May, 2026by Caitlin MackayTraining

We are holding safeguarding training on Wednesday 9th September 2026.

Trustee Training

11 May, 2026by Julie GibsonTraining

Our two hour Trustee training session provides Trustees of Norfolk organisations with a better understanding of their roles and responsibilities.

Why conflicts of interest matter for charities

29 Apr, 2026by Julie GibsonInformation, advice and guidance

A new blog from the Charity Commission for England and Wales highlights the growing risks of unmanaged conflicts of interest in charities. While conflicts are common, failing to properly identify and manage them can lead to financial loss, reputational damage, and regulatory action. The Commission stresses that trustees must be proactive; declaring conflicts, keeping clear records, and following proper procedures, to protect both their charity and public trust.

Stronger partnerships key to unlocking rural affordable housing

28 Apr, 2026by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Housing

Access to affordable housing remains one of the biggest challenges facing rural communities. New insights highlight how stronger partnerships between organisations, communities, and housing providers are helping to unlock solutions, while reinforcing the vital role of Rural Housing Enablers in making schemes happen on the ground.

New Government Plan Focuses on Stronger, More Cohesive Communities

27 Apr, 2026by Julie GibsonEditorial, Comment and Opinion

The UK Government has published a new policy paper, Protecting What Matters: Towards a more confident, cohesive and resilient United Kingdom, setting out its vision for a fair, tolerant and resilient society.

Contact us for all your Funding needs

24 Apr, 2026by Julie GibsonFunding

Our funding search service is now back up and running. Following the closure of the previous funding portal, we’ve secured a new provider and can once again help members find suitable funding opportunities, with access to up-to-date information on a wide range of grants and social investment options.

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