We help the charity sector achieve the greatest impact
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Support individuals and organisations
Our team of charity experts works directly with individuals and organisations in the charity sector to improve the impact they have on their chosen causes. And we publish free charity research, insights and resources on topics like theory of change and measuring social impact so that others can benefit.
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Challenge and inspire the charity sector
We challenge, inspire and help the charity sector to do the best it can. We bring our charity research, insights and expertise to the key issues it faces, highlight best practice, and bring people together to find solutions.
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Create the conditions for impact
We know that the charity sector needs the right conditions to help it achieve change—the right policy, the right infrastructure, the right funding. So, we’re working to make this happen.
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DCMS appoints NPC to lead evaluation and learning for Building Connections Fund
We're pleased to announce we'll be leading a consortium of evaluation and learning providers for the Building Connections Fund—an £11.5m investment to tackle loneliness, funded by the UK Government, the Big Lottery Fund and the Co-op Foundation.
Tackling the homelessness crisis: Why and how you should fund systemically
Homelessness is a problem which has grown massively in the last decade. It is attracting more attention as it becomes more visible on our streets, but is a complex issue that goes far beyond rough sleeping. Here we set homelessness in it's correct context, as a problem caused
Looking back on 2018
As 2018 draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to take a step back and reflect on the last 12 months. This year has featured some big challenges. Find out how we responded to some of the complex issues of 2018.
Stories and numbers: Choosing what impact data to collect
Exploring what’s the best balance to reach between quantitative and qualitative data.
Our pledge on place and the future of the social sector
Our commitment, signed by charities, funders and infrastructure bodies to work in a way that emphasises place as a positive way to achieve the changes we are all working towards.
Make it count: Why impact matters in user involvement
Involving users in shaping services and strategies is increasingly considered to be both the right and most effective way for the social sector and charities to work. This paper argues for a greater focus in the social sector on what user involvement aims to achieve and evidencing its effectiveness.
Data visualisation: What’s it all about?
This seminar explores how communicating the story of your data can influence how well your audiences engages with the findings, and how much can be learnt from them.
Creating a theory of change: An introduction for charities
This one day training with talk you through implementing a clear and robust theory of change that can help to develop and refine your strategy.
NPC welcomes new Minister for Sport and Civil Society, Mims Davies
On the 5th of November 2018 Mims Davies was made Minister for Sport and Civil Society. Here NPC CEO Dan Corry welcomes her to the role and suggests some priorities to make her time in the role a success.
We have a team of around 35 staff, offering a range of industry knowledge and proficiency. Learn about their skills, experience, background and current work on everything from theory of change to philanthropy impact.
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