by Graeme | Mar 21, 2023 | capacity, Lasting Impact, systems
We all know the question. ‘How will you sustain your project’s impact when the funding stops?’ Interestingly, although many funders ask it, most don’t know why. I know, because I’ve asked over 50 of them, one to one or in workshops. Mostly, it seems they ask it...
by Graeme | Mar 14, 2023 | case study, impact, income, Leadership, Making a Lasting Difference, strategy, sustainability
Carers Link East Dunbartonshire are faced with a challenge that so many charities can relate to: when you’re full to capacity, how do you make the space to focus on long-term sustainability? It hasn’t been for the want of trying; the team have attended Lasting...
by Graeme | Mar 14, 2023 | capacity, systems
Update: applications are now closed for this year’s action learning programmes. These are special six-month leadership and organisational development opportunities. Developed by the Lasting Difference team, the programmes offer you protected time and space to:...
by Graeme | Feb 22, 2023 | capabilities, capacity, case study, collaboration, Effectiveness, sustainability
This case study, written for us by outgoing CEO Sarah Van Putten, shares valuable lessons in how a membership organisation can develop the capacity of its members. Befriending Networks are the national intermediary supporting almost 400 befriending...
by Graeme | Feb 22, 2023 | capacity, case study, collaboration
Case study: Sustainable mental health for all The pandemic has had a negative impact on the mental health of people all over the country. But people who already experience inequality have been far more adversely affected. That’s why Mental Health Foundation have...