Small Charity Week 2024: A Crucial Event for Small Charities

Trustees Unlimited proudly supports Small Charity Week 2024, scheduled from June 24 to June 28. This essential week celebrates and empowers small charities across the UK. Organised by the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO), the event aims to provide small charities with vital resources, foster connections, and highlight their significant impact on communities.

Objectives of Small Charity Week 2024

1. Empowerment through Education: The week features workshops and webinars offering practical support and training to small charities. Topics include digital record management, investment strategies, grant application writing, and energy management (NCVO).
2. Fostering Connections: Small Charity Week provides opportunities for charities to connect, share experiences, and learn from each other. This peer-to-peer interaction is crucial for building a resilient and collaborative sector (Small Charity Week).
3. Amplifying Voices: By championing the work of small charities, the event aims to amplify their voices and showcase their contributions to society. This includes leveraging media, social platforms, and public engagement to raise awareness and drive change (NCVO).
4. Policy and Campaigning: The week will focus on collective efforts to address policy issues and campaign for broader recognition and support for small charities. This approach is essential for driving systemic change and ensuring the sector’s sustainability (Small Charity Week).

How You Can Get Involved

• Participate in Events: Engage in the various free events throughout the week. These sessions offer valuable insights and practical advice on topics relevant to small charities.
• Host and Register Events: If your organisation is planning an event during Small Charity Week, register it on the official website to reach a wider audience.
• Spread the Word: Use your networks and platforms to promote Small Charity Week. Share updates, stories, and calls to action to help amplify the campaign’s message.
• Special Membership Offer: Small charities with an annual turnover of £50,000 or less can join NCVO for free throughout June 2024 using the discount code NCVOSCW50 (NCVO).

Highlighted Events

Some of the notable events include:

• Digital Records Management Workshop: Explore the importance of digital records and how they can support organisational priorities (NCVO).
• Investment Strategies Webinar: Learn about creating investment policies and managing cash funds (NCVO).
• Introduction to Bid Writing: Improve your grant application success rates with expert guidance (NCVO).
• Energy Management Webinar: Discover ways to save on utilities and manage energy use effectively (NCVO).

Small Charity Week 2024 is an essential event for small charities, providing a platform for learning, sharing, and advocating for change. Trustees Unlimited encourages all small charities to participate and make the most of the opportunities presented during this week. For more information and to get involved, visit the Small Charity Week website.