SociaLink has observed cost of living and other social-economic and political factors are affecting the environment in which social and community sector not-for-profit organisations operate. There are reports of reduced income from donations or fund-raising, uncertainty about whether Government contracts will be renewed, and increases in demand for services as people struggle with the cost of living, especially in relation to basic needs like food and housing.
We decided to ask organisations in the Western Bay of Plenty sector what they were experiencing regarding income, Government contracts, the demand for services, community needs and the impact of funding changes on clients and community (see Appendix 1 for more information about the survey and method).
In July 2024, we sent out an on-line survey to our newsletter subscribers, organisations who had previously engaged with us, and also made it available through our social media platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn).
Read the FULL REPORT here
Read the SUMMARY here