The funding freeze: What is going on?

Welcome to the latest episode of 4Impact, the charity podcast, where we tackle pressing issues in the charity sector. Join Felicia Willow, the Mary Poppins of the charity sector, and her co-host, Chris Pitt from the Benefact Group, as they delve into the challenges of the current funding freeze impacting charities across the board.

In this episode, we explore why major funders are pausing or altering their funding distributions, leaving many charities grappling with uncertainty and pressure. Insights are provided by key guests, including Jo Jeffrey, who has meticulously catalogued the changes in grantmakers' approaches, Anand Shukla, CEO at the Henry Smith Charity, who shares their thoughtful strategy transition, and Helen Gray, Trust Director for the Benefact Trust, who discusses strategies for minimizing disruptions.

Listen in as we discuss the systemic issues at play, the responsibility of funders, and strategic approaches to navigate this complex funding landscape.