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Marketing on a Charity Budget: Where Should You Spend Your Money?

For many churches, charities and community organisations, marketing can feel like a balancing act. You know it's important to communicate effectively, attract supporters, engage beneficiaries and raise awareness, but with limited resources, it can be difficult to know where to invest your budget for the greatest impact.The good news is that effective marketing isn't necessarily about spending more. It's about spending wisely.Start With Your ObjectivesBefore investing in a new website, social med...

Utility Aid NCT

Utility Aid is the UK’s largest energy broker for the voluntary sector, working with over 4,500 organisations and counting. As well as helping to secure new contracts at the best possible cost, we can also retrieve any money you have been overcharged on your energy bills. Through our invoice validation service, we have recovered over £10m for our charity customers to date. Why should you trust us? • Awarded “Do the Right Thing” Award TELCA 2024 • Awarded the Third-Party Intermedi...

🚪 Doors Open Wednesday for CRE 2026 - Get Your Tickets Today

DOORS OPEN ON WEDNESDAY! The UK's Leading Event For Church Leaders & Christian Ministry 14th October: 10:00am-5:00pm  |  15th October: 10:00am-4:30pm Sandown Park, Esher, Surrey Why Visit the Church Resources Exhibition 2026? CRE is the UK’s leading event for church leaders, ministry teams, and anyone passionate about strengthening their church and community. CRE is the only place you can discover hundreds of exhibitors offering resources for worship, mission, yout...

Deal of the week - 50% The Enemy Within

0ofThose has partnered with the Christian Supply Chain Buying Group (CSCBG) to offer an exclusive extra 10% discount for CRNet and CSCBG members. Even better, this stacks on top of existing website deals and bulk offers—helping churches, ministries, and individuals stretch their budgets even further.Perfect for church groups, outreach, or simply stocking up on a trusted resource.How It WorksVisit our CSCBG partner page for 10ofThose by clicking on the image above.Click through t...

Ends tonight: free delivery on all orders

The clock is ticking on our free delivery offer. Make the most of it before midnight and enjoy extra value on your order....

STILL SETTLING FOR ORDINARY COFFEE?

Give your visitors, staff and volunteers something better. Whether you're serving coffee after a Sunday service, during meetings, at events or throughout the working week, Carita Coffee can help you find a better solution for your hot drinks. From ethically sourced coffee and award-winning blends to tea, hot chocolate, machines, equipment and disposables, Carita can provide virtually everything you need from one supplier. And as a CSC Buying Group member, you can access exclusive member discou...

Save up to 20% on Olympia tableware

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NISBETS Autumn Sale has landed! Up to 40% off

Autumn Deals Have ArrivedGet more for less with seasonal savings on hospitality essentials, available for a limited time.Please click on the image above to shop all the deals...

Are You Involved in Christian Residential Ministry? We’d Love Your Help

Christian residential experiences play an important role in the life of churches, Christian organisations, children and young people across the UK. Now there’s an opportunity to help demonstrate just how significant that ministry is. CRNet (Christian Residential Network) is carrying out research to build a clearer picture of the scale of Christian residential ministry across the UK, and we’d love your organisation to be part of it. You do not need to be a CRNet member to take part. In fact, ...

The Utility Aid National Charity Tender For Energy Is still Open

As organisations continue to navigate financial pressures and unpredictable energy markets, collective purchasing is providing a smarter way to secure greater cost certainty.Utility Aid's National Charity Tender (NCT) brings charities, schools, churches and other non-domestic organisations together to benefit from combined buying power, helping participants access competitive energy prices and reduce exposure to market volatility. The latest framework has now been extended into a fourth year, gi...

Fellowes are Banner's Ergonomics Month Sponsor

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MITRE LINEN Free delivery is back - but not for long

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10ofThose - SIGN UPS ARE LIVE - 10Day 2026

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⏰ Just 2 weeks to go until CRE!

Please click on the image for full information.If you’re a CSCBG member planning to attend the Church Resources Exhibition, we hope you have a fantastic visit and make the most of everything on offer.And remember, whether you’re looking for new suppliers, comparing costs or simply want to see if you could be getting better value, the CSC Buying Group is here to help with your purchasing needs....

The Right to Work changes are now in effect.

From today, employers need to be aware of the latest updates to the Right to Work scheme and what they could mean for their recruitment processes.If you haven't had a chance to explore the new guidance yet, we've got you covered.Our sister company, TrustID, has put together a practical guide explaining the key changes, who's affected, and what employers should be doing next.As an OfDIA-registered Right to Work Digital Verification Service Provider (DVSP), TrustID powers all of our Digital Right ...

"A VAT break on electricity for charities, starting now"

From 1 October 2026, VAT on some electricity supplies drops from 5% to 0% for six months.If your charity already pays the reduced 5% rate, usually because you use electricity for non-business charitable work, this change applies to you. You don't need to do anything. Your supplier will bill you at 0% VAT for the full six months.Not sure which rate you pay? This is a good time to check. Utility Aid is here to support you and is offering an online bill checking service for free. We'll go through y...

Is Your Accommodation Ready for 2026? Your Bed & Mattress Checklist

If your organisation provides guest, residential or overnight accommodation, how often do you stop and take a proper look at the condition of your beds and mattresses? Beds are easy to overlook when they are still functional. But tired mattresses, damaged frames and inconsistent room standards can gradually creep in, potentially affecting comfort, appearance and the overall experience you provide.No that summer 2026 is over, now could be the perfect opportunity to take stock. CSC Buying Group s...

10 Ways Churches Overspend on Office Supplies and How to Stop It

When looking for ways to reduce church running costs, office supplies probably aren't the first thing that spring to mind. A box of pens here, a printer cartridge there, some paper, cleaning products or stationery for the church office. Individually, none of these purchases may seem particularly significant. But over the course of a year, small inefficiencies can add up. For churches, charities and Christian organisations working hard to make every pound count, taking a more organised approach ...

Why Cheap Furniture Often Costs More

When budgets are tight, choosing the cheapest furniture can seem like the sensible option. After all, if two chairs or tables appear to do the same job, why pay more?But when it comes to furniture for churches, conference centres, care settings, hospitality venues and other busy organisations, the purchase price is only part of the story.The real question is not simply:“How much does it cost today?”It is:“How much will it cost us over its lifetime?”That is where choosing quality contract...

♻️ How to Reduce Waste Costs Without Changing Your Operations

Reducing costs doesn’t always mean changing the way your organisation operates. Sometimes, it simply means making sure you’re not paying more than you need to. Waste management is a great example. For many organisations, waste collection is one of those necessary services that can quietly continue month after month without being reviewed. But are you getting the right service at the right price? Are there additional charges hidden within your current arrangements? And could you be recycling...

Tomorrow at 10:00am! ⏰

There's still time to join our free webinar on the upcoming Right to Work changes.If you're responsible for Right to Work compliance, don't miss this opportunity to understand:→ The latest Home Office guidance→ Who's now in scope→ What you need to do before 1 October📅 Tomorrow | 10:00amRegister now via the link: HERE...

Month-end deals: up to 50% off Buffalo appliances

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Limited-time sale: up to 30% off bedding, towels and linen

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10ofThose Deal of the week - Buy One Get One Free - Harvest evangelism!

10ofThose has partnered with the Christian Supply Chain Buying Group (CSCBG) to offer an exclusive extra 10% discount for CRNet and CSCBG members. Even better, this stacks on top of existing website deals and bulk offers—helping churches, ministries, and individuals stretch their budgets even further.Perfect for church groups, outreach, or simply stocking up on a trusted resource.How It WorksVisit our CSCBG partner page for 10ofThose by clicking on the image above.Click through ...

iPhone 18 Pro: ready for the heavy lifting

nterested in the new iPhone 18 Pro range? Simply complete the contact form via the link above or email the CSC Buying Group at buy@cscbg.org.uk One of our SCG team members will contact you to discuss the available options and help you place your order....