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#Charity #managers – don’t miss your chance to connect with peers, expand your network, and gain practical tools for managing people under pressure.

We're coming together online on Thursday 5 March. Register for the Charity Management Conference here: www.dsc.org.uk/event/the-ch...

From actors to athletes: Five celebrity charities on Funds Online

Jess Threlfall explores how celebrity-led grant-makers use their wealth and influence to create meaningful social impact through philanthropy.

Take a look here: fundsonline.org.uk/from-actors-...

#Funding #Fundraising

New guidance to assist charities under threat of attack - Directory of Social Change A toxic atmosphere of racism, xenophobia and far-right political activity in Britain is sadly translating into increased threats and attacks on charity staff, volunteers, trustees and beneficiaries. T...

New guidance to assist charities under threat of attack

Our new article by Jay Kennedy highlights the new Charity Commission guidance, urging trustees and leaders to report incidents and strengthen safeguards.

#Charity #Trustees - take a look at the new guidance: www.dsc.org.uk/content/new-...

📣Your next fundraising conference!

At Fundraising Now 2026 on Thursday, 5 February, we'll be focusing on how charities can diversify their income in 2026.

Find out more and register here: www.dsc.org.uk/event/fundra...

#Charity #Fundraising

Anti-racism toolkit for charities published following reports of staff abuse

The Directory of Social Change (@dsc-charity.bsky.social) has published a handbook offering advice to charities on how to respond to incidents of racism and xenophobia

Charities against hate - How to respond to racism - Directory of Social Change The UK is experiencing an unacceptable rise in racist, xenophobic and sectarian hate. Extremist groups, and in some cases politicians, are targeting racialised people and marginalised communities with racist language and narratives, violence, threats, intimidation and harassment. This is also directly affecting charities and voluntary organisations, targeting the people charities serve, charity leaders, staff, and […]

Must read: Directory of Social Change has published a free resource to support charities in the face of rising hate and racism. The guide offers practical steps to protect your people and communities, plan strategically, and stand together against hate. Download here: https://bit.ly/4hL6cbu

Celebrate #TrusteesWeek early this year!

#Trustees: Take a look at our upcoming Governance Conference!

This year’s Good Governance Matters Conference, on Thursday 23 October, is here to help you turn challenges into clarity and make your board a stronger, more supportive force for good.

Register here today: www.dsc.org.uk/event/its-a-...

Front cover of it’s a battle on the board book

Charity people: What book should trustees read to better understand the trustee role?

I like Debra Allcock Tyler book “It’s a Battle on the Board”, particularly re interpersonal relationships, emotional intelligence + meeting charity objectives @dsc-charity.bsky.social

Any other recommendations?

📣New special episode of the Charity Questions Podcast!

As we celebrate over 50 years of DSC, Cathy sits down with Debra for an unfiltered conversation on the state of women in leadership and the radical ways DSC has defied convention.

Listen here: www.dsc.org.uk/content/char...

#leadership

Grants Unlocked 2025 - Online conference on Thursday 18 September 2025 - Directory of Social Change Securing grants is more competitive than ever, with increasing demand for funding and shifting priorities from grant-makers. To succeed, charities must refine their approaches, tell compelling stories...

I am speaking at the next @dsc-charity.bsky.social online conference on 'Measuring and Reporting Impact'.

I'm going to try and make it as practical as possible so people walk away with some actionable insights.

Pre-questions also welcome!

Details here: www.dsc.org.uk/event/grants...

📣 NEW #funding guide

The Directory of Grant-Making Trusts 2026/27 is ready to pre-order!

With this guide, you'll have access to key information on over 2,000 grant-makers, each with the potential to give at least £50,000 per year.

Learn more here: www.dsc.org.uk/publication/...

Business and Strategic Planning – for voluntary organisations - Directory of Social Change Pre-order – Published January 2026 Do you know where your charity is going, and how to get there? Good, well-structured planning is essential for every organisation if you want to achieve your goals. ...

I’d forgotten how good this book from @dsc-charity.bsky.social is.

🙋What can happen if you don’t have a strategy?*

📌 You become funder led
📌 You turn into a collection of projects

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In our latest article, sector journalist and author Tania Mason reflects on a surprising discovery about the charity Missing People, and what it reveals about the wider gap between what charities do and what the public thinks they do.

Take a look here: www.dsc.org.uk/content/publ...

#Charity

You might be surprised by what you find in the new Directory of Grant Making Trusts...

For example, did you know that the Boris Karloff Foundation supports charitable organisations, the performing arts, and even... cricket!

Pre-order your copy here: www.dsc.org.uk/publication/...

Social Media for voluntary organisations - Directory of Social Change Published April 2025 Social Media for voluntary organisations is a realistic and easy-to-follow guide to planning, implementing and evaluating a social media strategy. It will help you craft engaging campaigns and posts that get shared across networks, amplifying your message, increasing your reach and building your community. Who should buy this book? Aimed at small […]

@dsc-charity.bsky.social‬ has recently launched a social media guide for voluntary organisations. Whether you’re looking to enhance your social media strategy, boost engagement and reach, or are just getting started, their practical and accessible guide is an essential read:https://bit.ly/4nZuIbH

Thanks for sharing!!

📣Charity HR and Legal Updates 📣

Our new conference brings together HR and legal professionals in the charity sector to discuss key challenges and trends. Don’t miss insights on compliance, workforce strategies, and legal updates that matter most.

Register here: www.dsc.org.uk/event/the-ch...

🧵 I was a panelist at the #Charity #AI #Conference yesterday, hosted by the ‪@dsc-charity.bsky.social‬.

One recurring question: What’s the true environmental cost of all this AI? ⚡️

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📣NEW article on #charity cost-cutting strategies by Uday Thakkar

In this article, Uday promotes a strategic approach to cost control that is proactive and policy-driven, grounded in a culture of diligence and continuous assessment.

Take a look here: www.dsc.org.uk/content/char...

Last chance to book the Charity AI Conference!

Digital Skills Festival 2025 Social Media Strategy for Charities Wednesday 16 July - Thursday 17 July Cursor hand icon

There's only ONE WEEK to go until our Digital Skills Festival 2025 🚀

Join us online next Wednesday and Thursday for two power-packed days of expert insights on levelling up your charity's social media strategy!

Tickets start from £126:
mediatrust.org/events/digit...

📣 #Grants #Fundraising Conference

Want to stay ahead in a competitive funding landscape?

Grant Unlocked 2025 is a new DSC conference designed to equip you with the latest strategies, skills, and insights to enhance your grant fundraising success.

Register here: www.dsc.org.uk/event/grants...

Business and Strategic Planning – for voluntary organisations - Directory of Social Change Pre-order – Published January 2026 Do you know where your charity is going, and how to get there? Good, well-structured planning is essential for every organisation if you want to achieve your goals. ...

Business and Strategic Planning – for voluntary organisations
www.dsc.org.uk/publication/...

Richer Lives: Why Rich People Give - Directory of Social Change Until this ground-breaking book, little was understood about philanthropy. Now, in one detailed volume, you have everything you need to begin a fundraising strategy targeting even the wealthiest giver...

Rich Expectations – why rich people give
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The Directory of Grant Making Trusts 2026/27 - Directory of Social Change With this guide, you'll have access to key information on about 2,000 grant-makers, each with the potential to give around £50,000 or more per year. Now in its 26th edition, the UK's best-selling guid...

The Directory of Grant Making Trusts 2026/27 – 29th edition NEW EDITION
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New publications at a glance - July to December 2025 - Directory of Social Change The Directory of Grant Making Trusts 2026/27 – 29th edition NEW EDITION The bestselling and long-standing guide to grant-making charities in the UK. Published in September, for more details and to pre...

#Charity #Books

Plan your summer and autumn reading now by viewing our forthcoming range of new publications.

All titles are out in the coming months but you can get ahead and pre-order them now!

Take a look here or view them in the thread below: www.dsc.org.uk/content/new-...

📣Charity AI Conference

We're hosting a dedicated AI Conference for the charity sector on Thursday 17 July, designed to help you explore how to use #AI strategically, responsibly, and ethically.

Register today: www.dsc.org.uk/event/the-ch...

#CharitySector #Charities

📣Legal and HR conference for charities

This conference will explore key HR and legal challenges facing charities in 2025, including workplace culture, data protection, redundancies, sexual harassment, mergers, and risk management.

Register here today: www.dsc.org.uk/event/the-ch...

Throwback to this article by Gabby, our comms officer:

"I worry the (charity) sector risks stagnation when it comes to diversity, not for lack of awareness, but because the why often gets overlooked and therefore true action fails to take place."

Take a look: www.dsc.org.uk/content/juli...