Reaching clients and supporters efficiently and evidencing the impact of support services is key at a time when funding is tight in the third sector. Online data, technology and digital transformation can revolutionise how charity services are delivered, expanding geographical coverage as well as driving efficiencies in client reach and support. Yet over half of UK charities do not have basic digital skills or believe having a website will help increase funding.
What happens when charities go digital? Common steps, hurdles and ways to make this less painful
What Charity leaders are learning from the tech sector
March 2017
Over 11 million people in the UK still lack Basic Digital Skills Over two thirds of those offline say nothing will motivate them to use the internet Nearly three-quarters of offline consumers don’t believe they’ll save money by being online 30% of people can’t manage […]
February 2017
Today the Government published the long awaited digital strategy, as a Government Transformation Strategy. There’s some good stuff in here about breaking down silos and making sure Government services are integrated, and a brave introduction from Ben Gummer admitting that Government isn’t responsive: “To govern […]
January 2017
Digital Leaders were amongst the many extraordinary people on the 2017 New Year’s Honours list. Maggie Philbin, 2016 DL100 Digital Leader of the Year, was awarded an OBE for services in promoting careers in STEM and Creative Industries. An MBE was awarded to Robin Christopherson of AbilityNet for services […]
December 2016
Today is Local Charities Day and a time for rooftop shouting about their energy, commitment, expertise and the benefits they bring to their communities. These groups are also usually described as small – but only in terms of income rather than impact and reach. To […]
December 2016
Every day thousands of people around the country working in small, local charities are volunteering their time, expertise and goodwill to help improve the lives of others in our communities. On December 16 we will be leading the first ever Local Charities Day, shining a […]
December 2016
Earlier this year I left the world of digital services to join a local charity. It was a big step and a steep learning curve but I was keen to make a difference in Norfolk where I live. The Matthew Project is a charity providing […]
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