Third sector organisations are facing increased financial pressures heightened as demand for services maintains its sharp incline and reductions in government funding continue, according to new research.
Ulster Bank and CO3 3rd Sector Index
Shortfall in essential skills as service demand surges for third sector
Funding concerns and better terms and conditions elsewhere are key factors leading to employees leaving the third sector, creating skills shortages at a time of rising demand, a new report reveals.
Cash flow pressures, recruitment difficulties and uncertainty for 3rd sector
Cash flow pressures, recruitment difficulties and uncertainty linked to Northern Ireland’s political situation are significantly impacting on the third sector’s ability to deliver key services, a new report reveals.
Support amongst 3rd sector leaders for charity shop rating proposals
The Ulster Bank & CO3 3rd Sector Index for Q4 2016 is released today.
It is a barometer of Northern Ireland’s third sector, involving a quarterly survey of CO3 members who include the leaders of some of Northern Ireland’s largest charities and social enterprises through to small community groups. Continue reading