Standing Together for LGBTQ+ Equality
Pride Month and World Suicide Prevention Day remind us of the urgent need to protect LGBTQ+ rights and mental health. With rising hostility, funding cuts, and increasing suicide risk—especially among marginalised groups—organisations like Derbyshire LGBT+ and Stonewall are calling for action, compassion, and political courage to change the narrative.
Exploring Connection: A Quarter in the Befriending Sector
Emma’s recent exploration of the befriending and older people’s charity sector reveals a community full of compassion and innovation. From quality awards and intergenerational campaigns to new partnerships and joyful events, there’s much to celebrate—yet the rising tide of loneliness reminds us that the sector still faces significant challenges.
Behind the Headlines: What’s Happening in the Women’s Support Sector
More than 60 organisations across the UK are calling for urgent action to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). From funding challenges to strategic collaboration, this blog explores the latest developments and what they mean for the future of women’s support services.
Homelessness Sector Under Pressure
Oxfordshire’s decision to cut beds, delays to the no-fault eviction ban, and undercounting of homeless women highlight growing concerns in the UK homelessness sector.
Navigating Change in the Third Sector: Governance Updates, Ethics & Cause for Hope
From digital leadership and ethical storytelling to funding shifts and financial transparency, the third sector is evolving. Read about the challenges charities continue to face.
The List – Keeping up with the Funders
Funding challenges for charities are growing. In this landscape, The List—a free, open-source tool created by Jo Jeffery and now supported by a new website—offers fundraisers a vital lifeline of updates and collaboration. We’re proud to support it as headline sponsor.
Lamplight implements MYCaW® and MYMOP® measures
Lamplight has partnered with Meaningful Measures to integrate MYCaW® and MYMOP® — two NHS-accredited, person-centred outcome tools — into its platform. This collaboration empowers charities and organisations to capture meaningful data that reflects individual wellbeing and medical outcomes, all within their existing case-work systems.
Mental Health Services Under Pressure: Challenges and Change in the Sector
The UK’s mental health sector is under increasing pressure, with long waiting lists, funding cuts, and major organisational changes. Do new strategies and initiatives offer hope for it’s future?
The Hidden Backbone: Recognising and Supporting Unpaid Carers
Unpaid Carers in the UK play a vital yet often invisible role, supporting loved ones through illness, disability, and ageing. Despite saving the government billions annually, many face emotional strain, financial hardship, and limited access to support. This blog explores the realities of caring, the gaps in policy, and the urgent need for recognition and respite.
Sector Spotlight: Women’s Support Organisations
This quarter’s spotlight on the Women’s Support sector highlights powerful storytelling, award-winning youth work, and strategic funding for grassroots organisations. From documentaries to conferences, the sector continues to connect, empower, and advocate for change.
Behind the Scenes: What’s Happening in the Infrastructure Sector?
This quarter, Lewis explored the often-overlooked world of infrastructure organisations—those that support the charity sector from behind the scenes. From funding uncertainty to new umbrella bodies, here’s what he found.
Homelessness Sector: Funding, Frustrations & Fresh Solutions
Rusel shares key updates from the homelessness sector — from new government funding and innovative housing solutions to policy changes affecting veterans and disabled individuals. Discover how councils, charities, and campaigners are responding to the evolving challenges of homelessness across the UK.