For our first event of the year, we are partnering with SCVO to host a panel session at The Gathering 2025!

The funding landscape for voluntary sector organisations is tough and getting tougher. Funders are experiencing a significant increase in applications for grants to the point that some are needing to take a pause in grant making or take longer to make decisions. Chaired by SCVO's Honorary President Maureen McGinn, this conversation will look at how funders and the sector can work together to make sure important work continues. Hear the experience of voluntary organisations in finding funds alongside the experience of funders. 

The session will include practical tips for voluntary sector organisations to consider right now to achieve successful funding applications.

Florence Burke and Neil Ritch from SGM Members BBC Children in Need and The National Lottery Community Fund will be part of the panel.

Booking required: Shared pain? Navigating the current funding climate together