Expert charity advice and opinions

Why we need to make it easier to give across borders

The crisis in Ukraine has captured global attention – and people have responded with a deep desire to help refugees and support the charities delivering aid on the front lines. Yet the war layers on top of other ongoing global crises, including the Covid-19 pandemic, natural disasters, and conflicts in other regions. Read on to find out why we need to make it easier to give across borders.

What more can funders to do to help in Ukraine?

Despite the months-long build up, the full Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 and the many scenes of devastation have shocked the world. In just the first few months, the UN estimated that 10 million civilians fled from their homes, including 3.5 million who have sought refuge in other countries. Beyond the initial outpouring of generosity, many are now asking what more can be done. Here are some considerations for philanthropists wanting to do more.

Measuring the social impact of community-led housing - why it matters and where to start

CAF Venturesome has supported community-led housing schemes since 2008, and as a social investor, we evaluate the potential social impact of a scheme as part of its funding application.  Our blog talks about why measuring social impact matters and where to start.

Opportunities for social investment over the next decade

As CAF Venturesome reflects on making social investments for 20 years, Holger Westphely takes a look at the findings of The Commission on Social Investment’s recent report into the social investment market.  

Read CAF Venturesome's response to it here.