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4 Challenges Facing Social Enterprises

As of this year, there are 4,335 social enterprises in Ireland, constituting a vibrant and growing sector that brings significant added valued on an economical, societal and environmental level. At the same time, some key challenges undermine the potential of social enterprises and the collective strength of the sector. Here are some key takeaways regarding […]

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6 Steps to Kickstart your Corporate Partnership

Getting started on your corporate partnership journey can seem daunting. It is important to step back and evaluate your goals, approach and realistic timelines so your entire team are on the same page. Here are 6 tips to kickstart your corporate partnership: 1. Be clear on your corporate partnership goal If you are planning on […]

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Nonprofit Talent Trends: Q1 2023

The latest data from 2into3’s Nonprofit Talent Trends shows a slight drop in both the number of organisations and the number of roles being advertised in the first three months of the year. A 9% drop was noted for both: 245 roles (down from 269) and 176 organisations (down from 193) year-on-year.  Subsector Activity  Activity […]

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3 Reasons to Hire an External Facilitator

Running effective workshops and meetings is about so much more than gathering people in the same place, at the same time. If you are bringing people together, it’s important to make that time investment count – and all the more so when the stakes are high. Bringing in an independent expert facilitator to design and […]

What is a trustee of a charity?

What is a Trustee of a Charity?

Charity trustees are the people who ultimately exercise control over, and are legally responsible for, a charity. If the charity is a company, these people may also be known as directors or board members. The charities regulator provides this definition, and you can see the full guidance here. Being a trustee on a successful and […]

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Community Centres Investment Fund

If you’re a New Build Community Centre seeking funding, you may be eligible to apply to the Community Centres Investment Fund for up to €6,000,000. ‘Our Shared Future’ commits to the introduction of a capital grants programme for the New Builds of community centres with objectives to: Assist voluntary and community organisations and local authorities […]

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5 Ways to Create a High Performing Partnerships Team

When commencing the planning process for a strategic corporate partnership, it is crucial to create a partnership culture within your organisation. Including other team members in the process will help work towards your partnership vision, empower new ideas and encourage shared resources. Furthermore, placing the right people in your partnerships team will create a broader […]

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3 Qualities That Make an Effective Fundraiser

“Donors don’t give to institutions. They invest in ideas and people in whom they believe.” – G.T Smith   The image of a fundraiser may take several forms, depending on your definition. Fundraising is extremely broad, covering areas such as direct marketing, individual giving, corporate partnerships, trust and foundations, legacies, events and more. Each of […]

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The Importance of Open Feedback in Exit Interviews

Most employment terms will have a clause that sets out how a resignation can be dealt with. This will most likely include an exit interview or meeting. This is not a tick-boxing exercise. Some organisations see probation reviews and exit interviews as an administrative exercise, or a time waster. However, they are some of the […]

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4 Key Ways Corporates Can Maximise the ‘S’ in ESG

Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) is a framework designed to be embedded into an organisation’s strategy. As stakeholder attitudes develop over time, adopting and abiding by such principles is becoming a key consideration for corporates. With social value becoming an increasing part of organisations’ ‘licence to operate’, corporates are beginning to look at the ‘S’ as […]