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The Big Society is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for charities
By John Copps.
On 1 March 2011.
Today's NCVO Annual Conference, the largest gathering of third sector leaders in the UK, asks 'what does the Big Society mean for charities?'
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Having the ambition to close down
By Angela Kail.
On 28 February 2011.
Recently big charities have been receiving a lot of criticism that they are empire builders only concerned with building themselves up.
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Who’s to blame for charity cuts?
By Angela Kail.
On 17 February 2011.
The cuts to violence against women charities have grown so severe that one chief executive, Denise Marshall of Eaves, handed back her OBE.
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How trustees can help out in hard times
By Clare Yeowart.
On 11 February 2011.
We all know that public spending cuts are having a huge impact on charities with many having to re-consider their options in order to keep the lights on.
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The Big Society: no cheque enclosed
By John Copps.
On 11 February 2011.
Judging from recent events, you might have wondered whether ‘Big Society’ are the two most ugly words. in the English language.
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To collaborate or compete?
By Belinda Vernon.
On 8 February 2011.
Competition for funding is driving charities to compete more, but positive outcomes often require collaboration amongst organisations, not competition.
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Beware the quick fix
By Matt van Poortvliet.
On 1 February 2011.
Fairbridge is notable for its long-term support, but as costs are cut, it is exactly this type of long-term support that is threatened. Why does this matter?
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