In this day and age, social media is key for connecting with audiences on a closer level. With multiple platforms to choose from, there...

Supporting the environment has thankfully become a priority for most organisations across the globe. Yet, a special mention must be made...

Whether it be a project, programme or policy - assessing impact is essential. Why? Because it is crucial for service design,...

Wellbeing encompasses a mix of emotional, physical and social factors. The latter is what links to social wellbeing, which plays a...

In this blog, we will show you what’s included in a fundraising development plan, and how to write one to better manage your next event.

Financial management is something that all organisations must carefully consider. With charities in particular, many underestimate the...

For nonprofits, fundraising is key to secure financial stability. While fundraisers are all about creating fun experiences to support a...

It’s no secret that charities are subject to a wide range of rules and regulations. It’s vital to understand these, so that your charity...

More than any other sector, charities are subject to tight financial regulations. If you want to be successful in the third sector,...

Seeking funding for community projects is always a challenge. Often, external funding is what keeps the lights on for community groups....

The basic goal of any charity, non-profit or third-sector organisation is to bring about some kind of change. This might be at the level...

Sarah Johnston, Principal Consultant at S3 Solutions shares some thoughts on developing business cases for clients.... The five-case...

One of the biggest challenges for any third sector organisation is writing charity tenders. Tendering is a complex process, with high...

Charities and non-profits often rely on donors to carry out their work. This means finding, engaging, and retaining the right people to...

For charities of any kind, grants are not just a reward for your hard work, they are an incentive to keep making positive change. Without...

Fundraising events play a major role in supporting and sustaining not for profit organisations. Without these, the important work done by...

Luckily, there are so many funding opportunities available for charities to take advantage of. From trusts to the government - there’s...

When it comes to spreading the good word about your charity’s work, every little helps. Especially if raising money is the goal. The only...

Knowing how to write a proposal for charity funding is one of the most important skills for any third sector professional. Securing...

Whether it be to remember a loved one or address a social need, setting up a charitable organisation is one of the most rewarding...

The social enterprise business model has set itself apart from others. Its motives are similar to those who want to drive profits, and...

The not-for-profit business model is unique. Most traditional businesses strive to make a profit for their owners. Instead, a...

Welcome to the first S3 Solutions blog on our newly launched website - it only took us 6 months to pull it all together! We struggled in...

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