Knowledge and Insight - Charities

Alison Lowe, Touchstone’s CEO and Darren De Souza, Community Health Development Manager talk about the Touchstone Loves Food initiative, the charity’s open and trusting culture, and the power of really listening.  

Many charities have shown inspiring levels of innovation and fortitude during the COVID-19 crisis. We reflect on some of the key factors that could help organisations build resilience and adapt for the future.

James Banks, Chief Executive of London Funders, talks about the fortitude of civil society, passionately committed funders, and how the pandemic has paved the way for a more collaborative and resilient funding partnership. 

Fiona McAuslan of Getting on Board tells the story of how one charity’s journey to a more diverse board has led to transformational change.

Just a Drop’s Head of Fundraising and Communications Brendan Hanlon reflects on the importance of acting quickly, being open to new opportunities and always personalising appeals.

RSABI’s CEO Nina Clancy and David Leggat, Chair of the board of trustees, talk about the benefits of engaging with and recruiting younger people to the board.

​The 2021 Charity Awards took place virtually on 10 June and were a great success. Rathbones is proud to have been the Overall Awards Partner of this annual event since 2018 and we were delighted that the ceremony could continue this year with the same exceptional standards as usual.

Equity selection – how to identify winners and avoid a permanent loss of capital

Should charities employ an income-only or total return approach?