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.
Innovating
At NPC we create, develop, and test new ideas
We don’t believe in change for change’s sake, but if we’re serious about creating positive social change then we all need to get out of our comfort zones and adapt.
See how we innovateImproving
At NPC we can help you improve your work so you can focus on the people you serve
We provide the tools and resources to enable charities and funders to work as efficiently and effectively as possible, making best use of their funding.
Explore how we can help youInfluencing
At NPC we use our data, voice and convening power to advocate for the sector
We work with policy makers and sector leaders to advocate for the right policies and regulation to enable charities to do their best work for the people who need them.
See how we influenceConsulting
NPC's team of experts can help
Making a positive difference isn’t easy. Whether you’re a charity or funder, social enterprise or philanthropist, private sector or public sector body, our team of charity experts can help.
See how we can helpResources & Insights
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.
Theory of change in ten steps
Our ten step handbook to creating a theory of change is built on many years of developing them for charities and funders.
Centring Lived Experience: a strategic approach for leaders
Step-by-step guidance on how to effectively incorporate insight from lived experience throughout your organisation.
Is good impact practice associated with strong impact performance?
Why impact investors and the impact investment industry need better and more transparent data.
How to embed DEI into your grant-making cycle
A practical guide to becoming a diverse, equitable, and inclusive funder
Building blocks of growth
How civil society can improve health and education in a community and, in doing so, contribute directly to local prosperity and economic growth.
Theory of change for funders
Join us to explore how a theory of change process can aid funders in being as impactful as possible.
On 8 May 2024, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm at Zoom
A strategic approach to centring lived experience
This seminar will help charities explore how to take a more strategic approach to centring lived experience across their work.
On 12 September 2024, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm at Zoom
Is quantitative evaluation right for your charity?
This in-person workshop will review a range of quantitative evaluation methods and provide guidance to help you make a considered decision about your next steps.
On 12 June 2024, 9:15 am – 12:00 pm at 93 Great Suffolk Street
What’s next for Conservative thinking on civil society?
This event will help charities and funders to better understand current Conservative views on civil society and what it means for them.
On 16 May 2024, 10:30 am – 11:30 am at Zoom
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.
How can civic society prepare for the next Parliament?
Engaging with mission-led government and building relationships with potential new MPs across parties - including thinking about how to re-engage the right.
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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