by Graeme | Jun 20, 2023 | capacity, case study, collaboration, impact, Lasting Impact, systems
The power of collaborative learning and commissioning Future Pathways recently invited us to facilitate a six-month Action Learning Programme, involving delivery partner organisations and Future Pathways’ team members. Here is the learning that emerged: an example of...
by Graeme | Apr 24, 2023 | capacity, case study, sustainability
How can funders best support charities? Is funding enough or should they provide capacity building support? It might seem a no-brainer: ‘Give us the money’, as Bob Geldof famously said. But every time I’ve reviewed a funding programme, the call from charities has been...
by Graeme | Apr 20, 2023 | capacity, case study, collaboration, income, strategy
Action Together are an infrastructure organisation with a belief in the power of collective activity. By investing in local capacity, they actively enhance the sustainability of the sector they serve. In Rochdale, this included working with us to provide support for...
by Graeme | Apr 19, 2023 | capacity, case study, collaboration, sustainability
A guest blog from Gordon Henry, Cumbria CVS. For many in the not-for-profit sector in Cumbria the last 10 years have been difficult to navigate through. The excitement of working together to “do things differently and to do different things” creates opportunities but...
by Graeme | Mar 22, 2023 | capabilities, case study, collaboration, Lasting Impact
As one of the best-known funders in Scotland, Corra Foundation’s mission is to make a difference to the lives of people and communities, by encouraging positive change, opportunities, fairness and growth of aspirations. As part of their work, Corra Foundation...
