Funding and finance

NCVO's Sustainable Funding Project was established in 2000 to provide pioneering tools, training, consultancy and resources that encourage and enable voluntary and community organisations to develop and implement a sustainable income strategy.

• Find out more about the sustainable funding approach

This section has a wealth of information, guidance and advice to help you to develop sustainable funding and good financial management. We offer support and advice about:

• different streams of funding and income
• financial management
• financial planning

We have also grouped all of our tools and resources together if you know what you are looking for.

If you are new to the idea of sustainable funding, then try our first steps page.

We have produced a range of tools, guides and training packages designed specifically for infrastructure organisations. 

See our dedicated section support for infrastructure.

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Bespoke support

We offer consultancy support on funding and finance. With our colleagues across NCVO we'll work with you to implement a sustainable funding strategy in your organisation.

Get in touch to find out how we can work with your organisation email sfp@ncvo-vol.org.uk or call 020 7520 2519.

NCVO member benefits

NCVO Members Quick Guide to ... Writing a Fantastic Funding Bid

Writing a funding bid is a time-consuming business and, with more organisations chasing shrinking sources of support, it’s important to get it right first time. This guide offers expert advice on making the best possible application including essential dos and don’ts and signposts to support that’s available.

Download your free copy from our members area. (You'll need to be logged in to view)

Free Sustainable Funding for Trustees guide for all NCVO members

Sustainability is one of the biggest challenges faced by trustees and staff in voluntary and community sector organisations.  Written by Peter Dyer and Anne Moynihan this guide sets out clear and accessible guidance to support trustees in their roles and responsibilities for financial sustainability.

Sustainable Funding for Trustees is available exclusively for NCVO members.

Download your free copy from our members area. (You'll need to be logged in to view)

Find out more about NCVO membership.

Our Sustainable Funding Beacons

Six infrastructure organisations will be our strategic partners during 2010 – 2012, helping us to equip local voluntary and community sector organisations with the skills, knowledge and tools to implement a sustainable funding approach.
Find out who are strategic partners are.

More information

Use the search box at the top right of this page or take a look through our Sustainable Funding Project index - our guide to the top content and sections in the funding and finance section of the website.