As we approach the most wonderful time of the year (Halloween, of course), Research Officer Tapinder Sidhu reflects on two charity campaigns she has noticed which really get in the spirit of things (pun intended).

In this week's blog, Joe Saxton reflects on the language that charities have created as their own. He argues that while this language can sometimes be appropriate, it can at times be confusing and off-putting when talking to their supporters.

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.

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.

Since it's been a prominent and reoccurring theme in the media, nfpSynergy were interested in exploring MPs’ attitudes towards charities beginning to acknowledge and address institutional and structural racism. Tapinder draws on evidence from recent events and telling data from our research which shows Conservative MPs are far less receptive to these charity actions. She touches on why this may be and what charities can expect.

"Why would you get involved with our bureaucratic funder in order to fund your social action or your change?”
This question was asked by a participant in our Spring 2021 research with leaders in the grantmaking sector. It introduces our blog for this week, which summarises what this audience perceive as the biggest challenges currently facing this sector, and their outlook on the future.

Has pride month become a branded holiday for UK companies and organisations to commercialise awareness instead of taking real action to support the LGBT+ community? This week's blog reflects on the real meaning of pride, how brands use their colours and provides tips to charity brands that want to support the movement.