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The most recent Good Merger Index report shows that charity mergers are at an all time low, confounding post-pandemic expectations. Given the perfect storm facing many charities, is now the time charities should be thinking about mergers.
Read MoreAs we approach the end of Race Equality Week 2024, this short article reflects on whether charities are doing enough to address race equality in their governance and workforce.
Read MoreThis short article reflects on the implications of the Charity Commission’s recent report on public trust in charities and the role and experience of trustees.
Read MoreThis brief article explore the impact of a charity’s reserves on fundraising and what you can do about it.
Read MoreWishing you a peaceful and restful Christmas and New Year from everyone at Almond Tree strategic Consulting Limited
Read MoreA recent report shows fraud against charities is on the rise and it’s not just the big charities that are being targeted.
Read MoreSince CIOs were brought into being in late 2012, there’s been a trend towards incorporation of existing charities, but is this always the right option to choose?
Read MoreRising demand and falling funding: two reports release within a few days of each other suggest the perfect storm may be brewing for small charities.
Read MoreWe are increasingly being asked to support Community Interest Companies (CICs) to convert into Charitable Incorporated Organisations (CIOs), so we thought a short article on what is involved might be helpful.
Read MoreThere’s lots of advice out there on setting up a new charity, choosing the right legal structure and objects, finding Trustees, opening bank accounts etc, but very little on the challenges you’ll face once the charity is registered. This short articles provides some top tips for making a successful start for a new charity.
Read MoreMany of our small charity clients have never worked with consultants before and we aim to make it as easy as possible for them to do business with us. In collaboration with our associate Ruth Dwight, we have put together 10 top tips for getting the most out of a small consultancy support package.
Read MoreWe’ve long believed that smaller, local charities are the glue that binds communities together and where the sector is at its best in making a positive difference to people’s lives. Two recent reports suggest we’re not alone in that view.
Read MoreMuch of the debate around not-for-profit organisations centres on issues like whether to register as a charity, CIC or some other type of organisation (such as a community benefit society). The option of registering as a Community Amateur Sports Club (CASC) is often overlooked. This short articles provides more information on that option.
Read MoreWhy do charities have such trouble with banks and what can you do about it?
Read MoreThe Charity Commission has published an interim business plan for 2023-24. What might this mean for the future of charity regulation?
Read MoreRecently we have been working with a few clients on employer-supported volunteering, but what is it and why should employers get involved?
Read MoreLegacy giving has been growing relentlessly over the last 30 years and this trend is set to continue with the baby boomer generation now reaching their last phase of life. How can small charities benefit from this source of income?
Read MoreGrants makers are increasingly concerned to ensure good governance in the organisation they support. This article explores what they are on the look out for when assessing grant applications.
Read MoreWhat is virtual volunteering and how could it help your charity or social enterprise?
Read MoreMuch has been said and written about “founder syndrome” in charities and social enterprise but what is it and how can you avoid the problems it can bring?
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