An online interactive course for anyone who works in the charity, social enterprise or voluntary sector that needs to demonstrate the value and outcome of their work. Tuesday, 1 Apr 2025, 1000-1330 Read more, or to book your place see the DSC website. Read more »
Wandsworth is supporting refugees, migrants and people with a migrant background to start or develop their business ideas. Priority will be given to Wandsworth residents, but anyone can apply to particpate in this free programme. For more details about the free programme check out the QR code below. Read more »
The Business and Intellectual PRoperty Centre (BIPC) Masterclass Programme offers vital support to business founders nationwide. Whether you’re an existing business looking to step up or someone that is thinking about starting up a business, join their series of in-person workshops. Topics covered include: The next set of courses run from April through May 2025. See this link for more details and too book your place. Read more »
If your Charity is now leasing or hiring out space, what do you need to know about VAT, Regulations and the Law. This event is going to be held on Wednesday 7th May at the London offices of the Ethical Property Company from 5pm onwards. You can register for free here. Read more »
This is an interesting note on risk, performance and financial stability, even if you’re not interested in racing. See the CFO website for the article. Read more »
Camden GivingSupport volunteering, participatory funding, and resident decision-making. They focus on residents, small organisations, and schools in Camden (London). Grants of up to £2,000 are provided for innovative ideas. See the website for more details and information on how to apply. Gatwick Airport Community TrustLook at projects that benefit communities affected by Gatwick Airport operations in Sussex, Surrey, and Kent. Emphasis is placed on young people, the arts, sporting facilities, and the elderly. Grants typically range from £1,000 to £5,000. See the website for more details and information on how to apply. National Grid Community Grant ProgrammeCommunity-based initiatives delivering social, Read more »
Friend of Red Ochre, Arcade, is seeking funding for a community kitchen and wheelchair-accessible gallery in Southwark. Aviva Community Fund is matched funding, so every pound you pledge will be doubled! See The Aviva Community Fund for more details. Read more »
Uday, in his capacity as a former trustee of the Association of Chairs, has co-authored this guide to financial leadership in small charities. Uday has drawn on over thirty years experience as a Chartered Accountant, management consultant and charity trustee to contribute to this practical guide. You can download the document here. Read more »
Congratulations to friend of Red Ochre, MAGIC AI Mirror. They have made Time Magazine’s annual list of the 200 Best Inventions in the World. One of only 3 British companies to do so. See Time Magazine for more details. Read more »
We sent 371 people in the UK on a work experience programme to teach English for three months in Seville, Spain and Lisbon, Portugal. After many years, adventures and particpants, this programme has now unfortunately come to an end. Watch this video to hear from partipcants and Martin. A massive thanks to Martin for leading on this ambitious programme. Without you this would not have happened. Read more »
Red Ochre will soon be moving office from Borough to Bermondsey. This sounds a long way, but we will only be a couple of minutes walk from the south end of Tower Bridge. From early November w/c 4th our address will be 82 Tanner Street London SE1 3GN. Other contact details will remain the same. Read more »
Friend of Red Ochre, Esin Akan, the award-winning designer renowned for her luxury handbags, has launched her latest creation, the 6-in-1 Wimbledon Olive Leather Handbag, on Kickstarter. Within just three days, the campaign exceeded its funding goal by 300%, reflecting the growing demand for sustainable, versatile, and affordable luxury bags. Crafted from plant-based olive leather, the Wimbledon bag merges exceptional craftsmanship with eco-conscious materials, catering to the modern woman’s need for style and functionality across all occasions. The Kickstarter campaign runs until 25th November, offering backers a unique chance to purchase the bag at an exclusive price. Kickstarter Campaign Link: Read more »
Social Impact Investment Fund for Cambs and Peterborough – now open!The Social Impact Investment Fund (SIIF) is a £2.375 million fund dedicated to supporting charities and social enterprises in the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough region. Funded by the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA) and managed by Allia, this innovative programme provides capital grants and loans to social and third sector organisations.Read more and register your expression of interest here. The Carmela and Ronnie Pignatelli Foundation, Inspiring Impactful ChangeThe Foundation’s key aim is to support those most vulnerable in the UK, Africa, Asia and Latin America. Education and fighting poverty and Read more »
Friend of Red Ochre, Esin Akan, is launching a range of ethical, sustainable and desirable Olive Leather Bags. The material is luxurious, plant-based, and biodegradable! It’s an innovative hardwearing material that looks and feels like leather, and not plastic as many “faux” leather alternatives tend to. These guilt-free luxury bags are suprisingly affordable as they don’t come with the large markups of other brands. The range is multi-purpose and designed for the modern and conscious urbanite. You can learn more (and get a big discount) at the Esin Akan pre-sale website. Read more »
The Fletchers Foundation supports people who have seen their lives completely changed following a serious, catastrophic injury or illness. See this link for more information. The Proud To Pitch In fund is open throughout the year and offer grants of up to £4,000 to grassroots and community sports clubs across the United Kingdom. Grants will be distributed regularly throughout the year. To be eligible for funding, projects must be lom m mmmmkcated in the United Kingdom and project beneficiaries must be aged 18 or over. See this link for more information. The Snyder Foundation awards grants annually to registered charities Read more »
