ACEVO recommends is a monthly blog that curates noteworthy resources, content, and events pertinent to sector leaders.
Charity Well survey
Five years after the release of the UK charity sector’s first-ever wellbeing research for fundraisers, the landmark Charity Well 2025 study is now live. This new research seeks to explore the wellbeing of charity professionals across all roles and specialisms, aiming to uncover critical insights and provide comparisons to the original findings from 2019. Take part.
COP29 outcomes
The 29th annual UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) sought to accelerate global efforts to address climate change, with a particular focus on climate finance for developing countries. Read CAFA’s report that unpacks the outcomes from COP and the key takeaways.
Charity tech leaders survey
Each year Smartdesc conducts a Charity Technology Leaders survey to listen to you, the leaders in this sector, and understand your priorities around IT for the year ahead. They identify common themes and trends and share this back in the form of a report. Take part.
Applications now open for Small Charity Week match funding campaign
During the campaign, which will run from 23-30 June 2025, public donations will be doubled by Global’s Make Some Noise, through Big Give’s match funding model, thanks to the generosity of Champion funders, including the players of People’s Postcode Lottery. This means each pound donated goes twice as far in empowering small charities in their mission. Charities with an annual income between £5,000 and £1 million are eligible to apply for match funding, helping them to raise vital funds and maximise their impact. Applications close Wednesday 2 April.
Health charities: take part in a survey of your support needs
If you are working for a third sector organisation with a focus on health in the UK, this survey by Pilotlight/Costello Medical is for you. Together, they want to understand the organisational, strategic and scientific needs of charities and social enterprises focusing on health. This information will help Costello Medical and Pilotlight provide more meaningful, high-impact pro bono support to health-focussed non-profits, whilst encouraging other organisations to provide the same. Take part
The SMK Annual Campaigner Survey results are in
The SMK Annual Campaigner Survey reveals a shift in mood among campaigners. While there is broad recognition of improved access and engagement with the new government, initial optimism has given way to a more measured ‘wait and see’ approach – with many reserving judgment on how much real change will be delivered.
Volunteers’ Week returns this year
Volunteers’ Week has always been about celebrating the amazing people who support charities and organisations across the UK. In 2024, 14.2 million volunteers gave their time, contributing £4.6 billion to the economy. This year marks the 41st celebration of Volunteers’ Week, taking place from 2-8 June, continuing the tradition of recognising the invaluable impact volunteers make. Learn more about Volunteers’ Week and how you can get involved.
Charity Digital Skills Report survey
This survey is a powerful tool for change, influencing funding and support for charities like yours to move forward with digital. No technical knowledge required! Although it helps if you are familiar with your organisation’s digital work and plans. You can consult with colleagues, make it a team exercise or do it alone. Take the survey.
VCSE Barometer Survey wave nine report
As the financial year-end approaches, the ninth wave of the quarterly Barometer highlights how employment policy changes are impacting the sector amidst rising costs, increasing demand, and uncertainty in funding streams. Findings present a mixed picture: medium and large organisations feel the greatest impact but may also be better positioned to handle these challenges. Read the report.
Do charity CEOs need to be more vocal?
Charity CEOs face challenges in standing up for their cause and the sector, but we need them to do so to strengthen the relationship of the sector with the general public. Journalists can provide that link between the sector and the public and they appreciate charity CEOs who are bold. CEOs can and should step up to the task. Read the blog by nfp Research.
