Donna Okell

*** 2024 GRANT FUNDING NOW OPEN *** Cornwall Women's Fund is now accepting applications for our 2024 grant funding! We aim to support community projects in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly supporting women’s mental health. For this round of funding projects with a focus on perinatal mental health will be given preferential consideration. In 2021, we worked with a team from Oxford University that undertook in-depth research into the needs of women and girls across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. They considered existing research where it was available and interviewed charity and community leaders, and women from across the county to get a true picture of what really mattered to them and which areas it was difficult to find funding for. One of the 4 key areas in their report “Understanding what matters to women and girls in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly” was women and girls mental health, identifying a particular lack of support for those accessing perinatal mental health services. Our Members have voted the area of Women and Girls Mental Health for our 2024 grant funding and we are now accepting applications. Grants range from £500 to a maximum of £1,000 Our grants are administered by Cornwall Community Foundation and you can find more information and details of how to apply here: https://lnkd.in/e_ECFKh4 #funding #grant #cornwall #womenandgirls #mentalhealth #givingcircle

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*** 2024 GRANT FUNDING NOW OPEN *** Cornwall Women's Fund is now accepting applications for our 2024 grant funding! We aim to support community projects in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly supporting women’s mental health. For this round of funding projects with a focus on perinatal mental health will be given preferential consideration. In 2021, a team from Oxford University undertook in-depth research into the needs of women and girls across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. They considered existing research where it was available and interviewed charity and community leaders, and women from across the county to get a true picture of what really mattered to them and which areas it was difficult to find funding for. (Read the report here: https://bit.ly/3QLpgdv) One of the 4 key areas in their report “Understanding what matters to women and girls in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly” was women and girls mental health, identifying a particular lack of support for those accessing perinatal mental health services. Our Members have voted the area of Women and Girls Mental Health for our 2024 grant funding and we are now accepting applications. Grants range from £500 to a maximum of £1,000 Our grants are administered by Cornwall Community Foundation and you can find more information and details of how to apply here: https://lnkd.in/gY3Ryzy

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A perfect example. 👀 For funders to show fundraisers a little insight into their grant making. Well done to The Robertson Trust who today told us: ❓How many grants they had made. 🕣 The timeframe in which they were awarded. 💫 The success rate. 🏆 And a breakdown of how the money was awarded by theme, type and location. Here's the link - https://lnkd.in/en9qpFxe If you have any similar examples you would like to share, comment below.👇🏻 ♻️ And if you want other Funders to see this post for inspiration, hit the repost button. #philanthropy #funders #fundraisers

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NEW EPISODE - In the latest episode of the ‘This Is The North’ Podcast, and the second episode in our mini mayoral series, join me in a thought-provoking conversation with Guy Renner-Thompson, Northumberland County Councillor and Conservative Party Candidate for the upcoming North East Mayoral Elections. In this episode, Guy discusses his deep-rooted connection to the North East and shares his vision for a vibrant and prosperous future. Learn about his strategic plans to leverage the new Devolution Deal, aiming to bring more power and resources closer to our communities. Episode Highlights: Background & Roots: Discover Guy's personal and professional journey in the North East. Vision for Mayor: What drives Guy’s candidacy and his key pledges to remove systemic barriers. Industrial Revival: Strategies for reenergising the North East’s historic industrial sectors. Educational Enhancement: Guy's initiatives in improving education as a cornerstone for regional growth. Green Energy & Economic Zones: Exploring the impact and opportunities of new economic policies. To 🎧 listen check out the links to the episode in the comments box 👇 🗳️ Election Day Reminder: Mark your calendars for 2 May 2024. Ensure you're registered to vote by 16 April 2024 at 11:59 pm to have your say in shaping the future of the North East.   If you're passionate about societal change, politics and regional development, this is a must-listen! 🌍   👉 Subscribe now and be part of our journey to empower our communities for a brighter, more equitable future.   🎧 Listen, engage, and connect.   👤 Host: Alison Dunn 👤 Guest: Guy Renner-Thompson   This podcast was recorded and produced by Purpose Made, dedicated to powering societal change through knowledge sharing.   #ThisIsTheNorth #NorthEast #MayoralElections #Politics #Podcast #Devolution 

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There is no Green Agenda I missed this rousing blog from Fraser Stewart last year - thanks to Association of Charitable Foundations for bringing it to my attention. Includes the phrase: "...the idea that “net zero” will automatically make all of us worse off or must inevitably penalise the working classes might just be the most arse-achingly infuriating myth we tell ourselves today." #Economy #Climate #JustTransition #Sustainability #NetZero #ElectionYear https://lnkd.in/eFu6waja

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🌟 Exciting Opportunity for Young Entrepreneurs in Wales! 🌟 Are you a budding entrepreneur aged 18-30 in Wales? Community Foundation Wales has a grant for you! 🚀 🔍 What is SWEF? Our SWEF Fund provides business grants of up to £2,000 to young entrepreneurs who meet the following criteria: - Aged between 18 and 30 - Living in Wales - Operating their business for no more than 2 years OR in the development/pilot stage, having conducted market research and expecting to start trading soon - Lacking easy access to other sources of finance 💡 How Can You Use the Grant? The SWEF grant can be used for various purposes, including: - Investing in equipment to boost revenues - Enhancing production capabilities based on proven demand - Purchasing materials or stock for a new product line - Creating prototypes (excluding app development costs) - Building a website or booking system - Funding training opportunities - Supporting product development Richard Selby MBE DL, Business Insider, Business in Focus, Michael O'Toole, The Prince's Trust, Philip Jones - please share this opportunity with your network. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Apply now and take your business to new heights. 📈💼 #SWEF #BusinessGrants #Entrepreneurship #Wales #YoungPeople #Funding # Grants

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Feels like an important one for all of us to take notice of and act upon. When The Diversity Forum first undertook research on social investment, it found that the social investment world's primary challenges lay in class and socio-economic background as much as ethnicity or sex. I think research coming out soon will probably confirm that. We include some aspects of this in Social Investment Business reporting - but only relating to our team currently (25 members of current team report that neither of their parents went to university - which is the measure we use - which is just over 1/3 of workforce). Looking at senior leadership, board and investment committees in more depth (& acting on what we find) should be part of our contribution to changing the status quo.

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At Northamptonshire Community Foundation we're developing our strategic philanthropy to ensure our grant making on behalf of donors is not just about crisis and immediate response to community needs but funding of preventative projects. The earlier people get the crucial help and support they need, the more likely we are to help avert more serious issues later on in their life journey. The challenge for funders is of course if you fund preventative work, how can you prove the impact of what never happened? The answer to me is simple: by reporting the stories of change where people can inform charities and groups about what has gone well in their lives. Not every impact measurement has to be a number or data quantification. #prevention #grantmaking #upstreaming

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Some great practical advice here from Gill Pipkin about bid writing. Well worth a read!

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This article featured in the Asian Impact Management Review last year. In this piece, I explore the power of data-driven insights and staff training in revolutionising after-care support for elderly patients. This is really the beautiful part where impact measurement and management converge and you get to see the tangible results from looking at what the data is telling you in real-time. I believe it is possible for every organisation to make impact matter within everything they do, and that's why I do this work. Read the full article https://lnkd.in/eEYGFJeP #SocialImpact #ImpactMeasurement #ImpactManagement

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How much could your business benefit from offering an apprenticeship?

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What are the small things which could revolutionise the charity board room? How about: 🙂 Paying trustee out-of-pocket expenses (e.g. travel to meetings) as standard 🙂 Recruiting trustees openly 🙂 The expectation that trustees should get some training (and then helping them to get it) 🙂 Good inductions 🙂 Having trustee terms and using them religiously 🙂 Chairs equipping excellent contributions from trustees 🙂 Positively welcoming debate Common sense? But are they common practice...? For those interested in this topic, we have a free webinar on Monday 24th June for Small Charities Week to discuss the small changes which might make the difference between an engaged and effective board and one which, well, isn't... Jumara Stone, Shaminder Rai and Catherine Hemingway will talk about the changes they made on their boards, and me, Colette Harrison and Laura Lowther will talk about how small changes can make boards (and volunteering as a trustee) more interesting, engaging and inclusive. Event details in the comments.

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*** ONLINE TRUSTEE TRAINING COURSE *** I am pleased to announce the return of Public Leaders Appointments Trustee Training 'Understanding and Strengthening Governance' Whether you are new to being a Trustee and are wanting to learn more about the role and what you should be doing, or if you have been a Trustee for some time and want a refresh and update, then this course is for you. You will go away equipped with the tools, knowledge and confidence needed to make an effective contribution to your Board. We will be learning about the role of being a charity Trustee, both the legal and formal governance responsibilities, and also the inter-personal aspects of working with fellow Trustees, and staff. The training will involve teaching, as well as interaction and opportunities to share your own experience and explore case studies. This will take place online over two sessions: - Thursday 19th September 2024 – 10am – 12.30pm - Thursday 26th September 2024 – 10am – 12.30pm The number of places on this course are limited to ensure that these are fully interactive sessions, so please book early to avoid disappointment. Tickets are £100 + Eventbrite booking fee (includes both sessions) Booking via the link below. #trustee #chair #charity #charityboard #cic #socialenterprise #training #trusteetraining #onlinetraining #governance

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A far more rounded suggestion which I believe many schools in the sector could get their heads around. 33k jobs are estimated at risk if the number of pupils expected to leave the sector are realised - 18k of those are operational staff. Let's not forget that many schools are significant employers in their local areas so this policy isn't just worrying for parents trying to afford fees, it's worrying for all those of us who are working in the sector. #vatonschoolfees #independentschools #labourpolicy

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*** CALLING ALL SENIOR MARKETING LEADERS !!! *** please share in your network Opportunity to join The Children's Society Board of Trustees - and/or sign up for a new Marketing Advisory Group (bringing your expertise in Brand/Marketing/PR) We've embarked on a remarkably exciting journey to change the game for children in our country - preparing to launch the biggest campaign in our 140+year history as we set out to overturn the damaging decline in children's wellbeing. To achieve this mission, we've got some big marketing problems to solve - like, how we reposition public understanding of the challenges teenagers are facing in this decade; or how to inspire a new generation to join with The Children's Society to deliver our transformative mission. So we're searching for a senior marketing professional to join our Board of Trustees to support our governance of this mission; as well as introducing a new advisory group to work alongside both trustees and the staff team on our plans. We're particularly keen to hear from anyone with an in-depth understanding of one or more of the following: - Brand, marketing, social and consumer PR, content, and earned media - Integrated marketing, brand advertising, and response campaigns, particularly multi-year campaigns - Brand building and marketing strategy, whether with household or challenger brands - Technology, innovation and digital innovation within the above contexts - Agency / client relationships and optimising output from either side. If this sounds like you, or you'd like to find out more, click here: https://lnkd.in/emFFbtXJ AND IF YOU CAN SHARE THIS SEARCH WITH YOUR NETWORK, WE WOULD BE VERY GRATEFUL! #marketing #brand #PR #leadership #trustee #governance #charity #youngpeople

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