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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · 2d

As our Executive Director, Saskia Konynenburg, says in the piece:

"Charities are being targeted because of what they stand for and who they support."

Charities must be able to carry out their vital work without fear or intimidation. Read her full quote below.

NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · 2d

Yesterday's story in @theguardian.com reveals the impact of toxic rhetoric around immigration and marginalised communities. It's leading to threats targeted at charities.

We have signed the @equallyours.bsky.social letter to the PM urging him to challenge this.

theguardian.com/politics/202...

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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · 7d

Every year, charities miss out on £560m in unclaimed Gift Aid tax relief.

When you #TickTheBox, charities can do so much more! On #GiftAidAwarenessDay let's celebrate all the amazing charities and the supporters who help them maximize their impact!

NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · 7d

Volunteers are at the heart of charities, yet numbers are at a record low.

Volunteering is a great way for people to share their skills with causes they care about. And research shows that it’s not only good for the charity, and the volunteer, but also the employer.

Civil Society @civilsociety.bsky.social · 8d

The government has no plans to introduce paid statutory volunteering leave, despite a charity-led campaign to do so

Government resists charities’ calls to introduce paid statutory volunteering leave

www.civilsociety.co.uk

NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · 10d

Right now, vital organisations are being targeted because of what they stand for and who they support. At least two groups supporting UK asylum seekers have already closed their offices after credible threats to their safety.

www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · 13d

Read our full statement - www.ncvo.org.uk/news-and-ins...

NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · 13d

We are deeply shocked by the terrorist attack at Heaton Park Synagogue in Manchester yesterday. Our condolences go to all those affected. This tragedy is a stark reminder that rising extremism threatens communities, social cohesion, and the charities that support them.

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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · 15d

Yesterday marked our final day at #Lab25, and in this video our head of membership and engagement, Hollie Banu, reflects on some key moments.

If your charity has an income under £30k, you can apply for free NCVO membership.

Find out more: ncvo.org.uk/get-involved...

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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · 15d

📢 We’re recruiting our next Chair of Trustees.

Working closely with our new CEO, Kate Lee OBE, they will lead our trustee board through a period of transformation, including development of our new long-term strategy.

attenti.co.uk/ncvochair/ho...

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Mark Russell (he/him) @markrusselluk.bsky.social · 16d

Delighted to visit @ncvo.bsky.social stand at the Labour Conference and sign their big board of charity leaders!

Thanks Saskia and Seth and all at NCVO for standing up for the third sector!

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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · 18d

We're proud to be a part of this!

Demos @demos-uk.bsky.social · 18d

We’re delighted that this work has brought together a coalition of actors - including @ncvo.bsky.social, Warm Welcome, @locality.org.uk, We’re Right Here, and @powertochange.org.uk are joining us as we start this work.

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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · 18d

Proud to welcome Spark Inside to our #LabourConference2025 stand today. They help people
in prison build skills, confidence & hope through creative
coaching & mentoring. Here’s Spark Inside CEO
@vickihcardwell.bsky.social with @dawnbutlerbrent.bsky.social

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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · 18d

Delighted that the first signatory to our Change Wall at the Labour Party Conference today is Bridget Phillipson MP, Secretary of State for Education and Minister for Women & Equalities.

#Lab25 #LetsCreateChangeTogether

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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · 18d

We are at the Labour Party conference today, promoting the work charities and voluntary organisations do in ensuring society works for everyone. Visit us on stand D16 to find out how we can create change together!

#Lab25 #LPC2025

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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · 27d

It’s #NationalInclusionWeek (15–21 Sept)!

Everyone has a role in making organisations inclusive and reflective of society’s diversity.

Unsure where to start? Our guidance can help you start to take action.

www.ncvo.org.uk/help-and-gui...

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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · Aug 26

Delays in the rollout of the Local Growth Fund are putting voluntary organisations in Northern Ireland at risk.

@nicva.org’s ‘NI Can’t Wait’ campaign is critical in calling for urgent government action and support.

Third Sector @thirdsector.co.uk · Aug 26

Umbrella body calls for clarity over upcoming fund amid fears for services

Nicva says continued delays in decision-making about how the Local Growth Fund will be managed in Northern Ireland are putting services at risk

www.thirdsector.co.uk

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Association of Medical Research Charities @amrc-uk.bsky.social · Aug 20

Congratulations to @ncvo.bsky.social and @kateleeceo.bsky.social on this appointment – we can’t think of anyone better for the role than a former AMRC charity CEO! We look forward to continuing to work with you in championing the charity sector.

NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · Aug 20

📢 We’re excited to welcome @kateleeceo.bsky.social as our new chief executive this autumn.

With a wealth of experience in the voluntary sector and a track record of championing charities, communities and volunteers, Kate will lead NCVO into its next chapter.

www.ncvo.org.uk/news-and-ins...

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Civil Society @civilsociety.bsky.social · Aug 20

The National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) has appointed Kate Lee as its next chief executive @ncvo.bsky.social

NCVO appoints Kate Lee as next CEO

www.civilsociety.co.uk

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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · Aug 20

📢 We’re excited to welcome @kateleeceo.bsky.social as our new chief executive this autumn.

With a wealth of experience in the voluntary sector and a track record of championing charities, communities and volunteers, Kate will lead NCVO into its next chapter.

www.ncvo.org.uk/news-and-ins...

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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · Aug 14

Evaluation often ends up separate from delivery, making it harder to use when decisions count.

Our lead consultant, Sini Rinne-Kerridge shares how we support charities to build practical, sustainable approaches to self-evaluation.

www.ncvo.org.uk/news-and-ins...

Supporting self-evaluation in charities

Charities want to evaluate their work, but many lack the time or tools. Here's how we're helping organisations build lasting self-evaluation skills.

www.ncvo.org.uk

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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · Aug 14

“The government’s public procurement consultation presents a real opportunity to influence and improve the commissioning and procurement environment for the voluntary sector." - Saskia Konynenburg, NCVO Interim CEO

@saskiaalice.bsky.social

Civil Society @civilsociety.bsky.social · Aug 13

Charities have been asked to share their views on the government’s plans to increase public sector procurement spending with the sector.

Charities asked for views on government’s plans to increase public spending with sector

www.civilsociety.co.uk

NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · Aug 8

The government is consulting on changes to how public bodies buy goods and services.

We’ve published a short news piece summarising the proposals and our next steps.

ncvo.org.uk/news-and-ins...

Complete our short survey by 09.00 on 18 August: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon...

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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · Aug 8

How do you use or share data in your #VCSE organisation? What support do you need?

Take 10 minutes to shape future tools and training.

Survey open until 13 Aug: bit.ly/461vHld

#VoluntarySector

NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · Jul 31

📢The Fundraising Regulator is looking for volunteers to user test draft AI regulatory guidance before it  finalises and publishes it later this year.

Contact [email protected] by 6 August to register your interest.

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NCVO @ncvo.bsky.social · Jul 24

“Our research shows, overall, that charities still face a £1.4bn bill - even with the Employment Allowance increase, placing real and increasing financial pressure on a sector already stretched too thin.” – Saskia Konynenburg, NCVO Executive Director

@saskiaalice.bsky.social

Third Sector @thirdsector.co.uk · Jul 23

The Prime Minister has said it is not the time to offer charities a blanket exemption from the National Insurance hike, in response to questions from MPs

Prime Minister refuses ‘blanket carve-out’ for charities from employer National Insurance hike

Sir Keir Starmer says he does not think it is the time to exempt charities from the uplift

www.thirdsector.co.uk