It's great to know that these key offerings resonate so well with our members. Learn more about our training and events here: acf.org.uk/acf/ACF/Events… Learn more about our member networks here: acf.org.uk/acf/ACF/Connec…

Great to be with ACF this morning talking about intersectionality and the climate crisis. The excellent NPC research I cited is here: thinknpc.org/resource-hub/e…

If you work for a voluntary organisation, share your thoughts with NCVO and ACEVO - your input is needed to shape the #CivilSocietyCovenant. Learn more 👇 ncvo.org.uk/get-involved/c…

Don’t miss our last #DEI learning event of 2024! In this interactive session for funding practitioners, we'll explore the difference between transparency and accountability, examining tested models that funders can apply in their own context. 👇👇👇 acf.org.uk/Shared_Content…

With world leaders gathering for the #COP29 climate summit, ACF CEO Carol Mack takes a timely look at key insights and practical steps from #ACFLeadersForum24 discussions on how foundations can contribute to the global effort to address climate change: acf.org.uk/acf/Blog/2024/…

The member went on to say that they had found our #StrongerFoundations work (lnkd.in/eypSQ4pC) and Funders Collaborative Hub particularly helpful. Find out more about ACF membership benefits here: lnkd.in/eErcvns4

A new guide for ACF members sets out the main types of funder collaboration, their potential benefits, and tips on overcoming barriers to working with other funders: mailchi.mp/acf/fchnov2024

In our next Housing and homelessness network meeting for members, we'll focus on practical solutions to improve access to affordable, secure housing. Find out more and join the discussion - acf.org.uk/Shared_Content…

Nine considerations for foundations responding to rising demand for funding: acf.org.uk/acf/Blog/2024/…

Explore our Funder Commitment on Climate Change (FCCC): acf.org.uk/FCCC For funder guidance and resources around the cost of living crisis: acf.org.uk/ACF/Research-a… For practical diverse, equitable and inclusive (#DEI) resources: acf.org.uk/ACF/Research--…

#ClimateChange affects every aspect of life – health, housing, education & political stability. ACF’ Carol Mack urges foundations to connect their missions with #ClimateAction & take bold steps towards impact: acf.org.uk/acf/Blog/2024/… #PhilanthropyForClimate

Member network meetings this week: 1. Place-based - strategies for supporting anti-racist community initiatives. Weds, 1pm-3pm 2. Housing and homelessness - actionable solutions for improving access to affordable, secure housing. Thurs, 1pm-3pm Details: acf.org.uk/events

Brilliant session earlier with ACF getting charitable foundations and trusts more aware of community shares, two brilliant presentations from Two Queens and Bramley Baths If you want to find out more, get in touch!

Remember to share your experiences and provide feedback on the draft #CivilSocietyCovenant framework by midday next Thursday, 12 Dec. Together, we can build an agreement between civil society and government that reflects and supports all communities. 👇 ncvo.org.uk/get-involved/c…

We are excited to share two new case studies that showcase how ACF members Social Investment Business and the #HenrySmithCharity use #StrongerFoundations to inform their work around #diversity, #equity and #inclusion Members can view the case studies here: acf.org.uk/ACF/Research-a… #DEI

Have a job to advertise or looking for a new role? Don't wait until January. Get ahead of the competition and explore the ACF jobs board, the only dedicated board for the grant-making and foundation sector in the UK. Members can post jobs for free. 👉 acf.org.uk/jobs

ACF has been proud to be on the project’s steering group over the past 12 months. We are looking forward to the launch of the principles intended to give trustees and charity leaders further clarity and confidence when making decisions about their investments.

An excellent example of funder collaboration led by John Ellerman Foundation In this blog on Funders Collaborative Hub, @SufinaAhmad shares the collaboration’s achievements in environmental conservation in the UK Overseas Territories, and invites other funders to join them: funderscollaborativehub.org.uk/blogs/an-invit…

Our office will be closed from 12pm today until 2 January. Email and social media won’t be monitored during this time. Registration remains open for our 2025 events (acf.org.uk/events), and check out our Jobs board for new foundation roles (acf.org.uk/jobs).