NPC Ignites 2026
Tuesday 13 October 2026, Central London
NPC Ignites returns on 13 October 2026 – a date for anyone committed to the future of the impact economy to have firmly in their calendar.
As the challenges facing the sector grow more complex, so too does the need for sharper thinking, stronger connections, and new approaches. NPC Ignites is designed for exactly this moment, offering a day of insight, challenge and forward-looking discussion to help leaders navigate what’s next and maximise the impact of their work.
Now in its second decade, the event welcomes over 250 senior figures from across charities, foundations, social enterprises and purpose-driven organisations. Expect honest conversations, fresh perspectives, and ideas that challenge the way you think and shape what you do next.
A first look at our speakers!
We’re thrilled to announce the first of our headline speakers for NPC Ignites 2026, bringing together leaders from across the charity, philanthropy, social impact, and finance sectors:
- Kate Lee OBE, CEO at NCVO
- Fiona Spellman, Chief Executive at SHINE
- Kelly Fowler, CEO at Belong Network
- Joshua Meek, Chief Impact Officer at Unity Trust Bank
- Adiva Kalms, Deputy CEO at Prism the Gift Fund
- Michael Stickland, Director of Partnerships & Philanthropy at Macmillan Cancer Support
The day’s proceedings will be chaired by Patricia Hamzahee OBE, NPC’s newest Trustee, with 20 years of work with social enterprises and private capital providers on responsible investment and social impact strategies.
The programme is taking shape, and we’re looking forward to sharing more announcements and session details in the coming months. Watch this space!
Ignites 2026 is proudly supported by our lead sponsors:
With thanks to our sponsors:
Become an event partner
View our sponsorship opportunities and to discuss how we can work together, email us at events@thinkNPC.org or via the contact us page
Bursary places
Bursary places are available for small charities, ethnic minority charities of all sizes, and ethnic minority representatives from charities of all sizes. Bursary spaces are available on a first come, first served basis. Places are currently full, but email us to join the waiting list and we’ll be in touch if a place becomes available.
Accessibility
We are actively working to improve the accessibility of our online and in-person events. As part of our commitment, for all online events we use live closed captions and upload the recordings to YouTube which has the capability to select subtitles. For in-person events we strive to use accessible venues.
Unity Trust Bank
With over 50 years of values led banking, Unity is a proven alternative business banking model that doesn’t put financial return above social or environmental impact. Over half of its lending goes to areas of high deprivation, helping communities thrive where it’s needed most.
Plinth
Plinth is an AI-powered platform that helps organisations deliver, measure, and fund community impact. We empower charities to take control of their data so they can focus on their mission. From one platform, teams manage donors and target the right supporters, track cases and surface risk in real time, and turn qualitative outcomes into clear impact reports. Instead of juggling disconnected tools, organisations get everything they need to run and prove their work in one place. One platform, every need.
Highlights from NPC Ignites 2025
“Incredibly open and accessible, providing tangible action giving power to change”
NPC Ignites 2025 delegate
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