A think tank and consultancy for the social sector
Who we areNPC is the think tank and consultancy for the social sector.
We help charities, foundations, philanthropists, impact investors, social enterprises, businesses, and the public sector to maximise social impact in the lives of the people they serve.
Join us at out annual conference, NPC Ignites, on 15 October 2024.
Resources & Insights
The youth mental health crisis
We have identified six key areas where funders have the potential to create long-term positive change for children and young people mental health.
Local Needs Databank
The tool that helps you better understand needs and charity work across the UK.
Systems Practice Toolkit
This toolkit will help you understand the nature of the problem you’re facing, design effective solutions, act and work systemically, and learn as you go.
How to embed DEI into your grant-making cycle
A practical guide to becoming a diverse, equitable, and inclusive funder
Centring Lived Experience: a strategic approach for leaders
Step-by-step guidance on how to effectively incorporate insight from lived experience throughout your organisation.
NPC Ignites 2024
NPC's annual conference #NPCIgnites returns for 2024. Join us on 15 October in-person or online for an inspiring day.
On 15 October 2024 at 356 Holloway Road
How to make evaluation more proportionate
This interactive workshop is for charities who want to evaluate their work and measure their impact, but have limited resources.
On 20 November 2024, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm at Zoom
Theory of change in ten steps
This seminar will run through how to develop a theory of change, based on our guidance 'Theory of change in ten steps'.
On 12 November 2024, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm at Zoom
Jonathan Simmons to join NPC as new Chief Executive
We are delighted to announce that Jonathan Simmons will be joining NPC as our new Chief Executive in November.
State of the Sector 2024: where next for charities?
Alice Neild, NPC’s Policy and Communications Officer, shares three key things we learned from our State of the Sector 2024 event.
Doing trusteeship differently
Claire Gordon, shares some key points from the discussion at our latest trusteeship event, exploring innovative governance approaches.
Digital and financial exclusion in the UK: what’s driving it and how can we turn the tide?
NPC Senior Consultant, Claire Gordon, reflects on our research for the Santander Foundation exploring digital and financial exclusion in the UK.
Involving Experts by Experience in awarding funds
Barnwood Trust share what they've learned from giving Experts with lived Experience a genuine voice in awarding funds.
NPC’s Local Needs Databank: the next chapter
In this blog, Sarah Sandford, NPC’s Principal: Data, shares some exciting updates on our Local Needs Databank and how you can get involved.
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