Working at Spark means constant exposure to inspiring and innovative companies working in the for-impact sector. Instead of keeping that knowledge and the associated feel-good feelings to ourselves, we’re keen to share pertinent insights that could benefit the social...
I was recently talking with a colleague about how it’s time that we, as a sector, revolutionise our approach to impact measurement. This got me thinking about another component of the for-purpose sector that might benefit from being shaken up a little:...
I was recently talking with a colleague about how it’s time that we, as a sector, revolutionise our approach to impact measurement. This got me thinking about another component of the for-purpose sector that might benefit from being shaken up a little:...
In March 2017 we polled Australia’s top NFPs on their funding strategies, gaining valuable insight into how we can help the sector become more sustainable. The results demonstrated clear trends. Very few NFP organisations have explored alternative funding...
NFPs of all sizes are doing their best to survive and thrive in this new permanent funding landscape. For some, it’s about taking new risks, for others it’s about fundamental change. For both it might feel like a bit of a gamble. Keeping a seat at the table is forcing...
Earlier this year we developed the ’10 Question Business Model Diagnostic’ to provide NFPs with insight and goals. We’ve found that NFP orgs typically fit into 4 typologies: Walking Dead, Living on the Edge, Comfortable and Heroes. Walking Dead...
