Capacity building

Artificial intelligence is already changing the way organisations work, and the VCSE sector is no exception. But whilst interest in AI is growing rapidly, many smaller charities and community organisations still lack the confidence, knowledge and support needed to use these tools safely and effectively.

Our spring/summer training programme is designed with NAVCA members in mind: practical, relevant and affordable support that reflects the realities of your work. Find out more here.

Reputation is built through what an organisation does, how it behaves, and how it communicates. For VCSE organisations, this includes how we work with communities, support staff and volunteers, deliver services and engage with partners and funders. In this blog, we explore more about what reputational risk means, and how you can protect yourself.

We know that trustees understand that strengthening financial resilience is crucial - yet many are exploring social investment for the first time, and want trusted guidance to build their confidence. Our latest blog with Good Finance helps you get started on learning more about social investment.

Access Insurance (Chartered Insurance Brokers to the third sector) have created a guide for NAVCA members on contractual liability. It’s designed to help senior decision-makers spot contract clauses that could leave charities with costs their insurance won’t cover.

In early 2024, NAVCA partnered with Cadent Gas to deliver the Centres for Warmth Fund – building on the existing network of warm spaces and community hubs across the country. Working through NAVCA members, the programme has invested in trusted local organisations to increase capacity, strengthen resilience, and connect communities with vital advice and resources.