I completely agree that it's too common for large organisations in the charity sector to take over contracts from small, community-led groups. This undermines the unique value these smaller organisations, driven by lived experience, bring. It's time for the government and stakeholders to recognise their importance and provide them with more leadership and representation opportunities. These grassroots organisations do the hard work and achieve the results, yet larger entities often take the credit and financial gains. Supporting and empowering small, lived experience organisations is crucial for fostering genuine community engagement and impactful services.
Regional Manager at Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales
Today I heard yet another story of a large charity parachuting in and taking the contract of a small, local, user and community led charity.
When will public services recognise the value of smaller, people centred and user led organisations and not just number on a piece of paper.
I see this ever day in my work, but today has been particularly difficult to hear.
Some may disagree with me but the system is very broken.
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