As we approach what has been called the most depressing day of the year, this week's blog looks into how mental health and wellbeing charities are changing the narratives surrounding "Blue Monday" to make it a more positive day and to encourage the British public to speak more about mental health.

Our blog this week highlights three key findings from our latest charity survey with individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, including faviourite charity causes, levels of trust in charities and other institutions, and whether charities are seen as supporters of the LGBTQ+ community.

The fourth in our series of reports on the impact of Covid-19 on charities, this weeks blog summarises our findings from 20 interviews conducted in May/June with charities of varied sizes and sectors on their experience of the pandemic, as well as hopes and fears for the future.

Last year, we released our ‘Going Viral’ report, exploring the initial response to the Covid-19 outbreak by charities. This is the second year of Covid-19, and it was time to revisit and delve into the experiences of charities in the sector again to take a longer-term perspective on the pandemic and its impact on the sector.

Did you know that Hispanic Heritage Month takes place each year from the 15th of September to the 15th of October? In lieu of this occasion, our Research and Administrative Officer Alison Forero has prepared a blog reflecting on some of the challenges faced by the charity sector in Colombia, her home country.

Found yourself feeling disheartened by unwavering brand awareness measures? This weeks blog discusses our tool, the Charity Brand Evaluator, which aims to look beyond awareness and reveals other dimensions of a charity brand such as personality, visibility and differentiation. 

By the end of 2020, we found 1 in 4 people were concerned about their own mental health. Bringing these numbers to life, a member of the nfpSynergy team shares their experience of poor mental health during the pandemic.

This blog provides a snapshot of five Covid-19 related findings to come out of our latest Charity Sector Insight Research.

Did you know that Sunday 8th August is International Cat Day? In lieu (or mew) of this special occasion, we've prepared an extra special bonus blog exploring the myriad of ways that cat owners differ (or don't) from the general public, based on 15+ years of surveys with the general public.

nfpSynergy’s research about public and professional attitudes to Covid 19, the economy and the impact on charities.