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Unlock the Power of App Development with Yellow Cherry – Exclusively for CSC Buying Group Members

Helping CSC Buying Group Members Build Bespoke AppsIn today’s digital-first world, having a custom mobile app can transform how you connect with your community, deliver services, and grow your impact. That’s why CSC Buying Group is excited to highlight our partnership with Yellow Cherry—a trusted provider of tailored app development solutions for charities, social enterprises, and mission-driven organisations. Why Your Organisation Might Need an App From managing volunteers and donations t...

Screwfix & 4Lite - Big School Giveaway - ONLY 1 WEEK LEFT!

Hurry! Only one week left to enter out Education Lighting Competition with a huge prize on offer with 4lite 🚨 This is a great opportunity for anyone who supports the education sector with lightning. Details and terms available in the comments👇...

Trimming expenses while perfecting your menu?

Reducing food waste is a must! 💡 Swipe for our top 5 tips and explore further resources of support on Unlock Your Menu! 🍽️ - HERE...

Introducing Our Newest Partner: uCheck

We’re delighted to welcome uCheck to the CSC Buying Group partner family!Who is uCheck?uCheck is one of the UK’s leading providers of online background screening, trusted by over 70,000 organisations nationwide. From DBS checks to Right to Work and Identity Verification, uCheck offers a fast, secure, and fully compliant way to meet your safeguarding obligations.What does this mean for you as a member?✅ Free account registration✅ Exclusive savings — over 40% off DBS checks✅ Results de...

PrintReleaf - You print one, we'll plant one.

Want to make your printing more sustainable? Discover how our partnership with PrintReleaf helps you offset paper usage by reforesting the equivalent amount of trees! Ready to join the green revolution? Check out more details on our website: HERE...

Free Webinar - Managing short-term sickness.

Managing short-term sickness can be one of the trickiest parts of HR, especially when you’re juggling compliance, wellbeing, and business impact.That’s why we’re inviting you to our free webinar on the 17 June at 10am, where our experts will walk you through:What a good absence reporting process looks likeHow to conduct return-to-work interviews that really workUsing fit notes, managing trends and knowing when to escalateYour legal duties around SSP, documentation, and fair handlingIf abse...

Is Your Data Safe? Cybersecurity Lessons You Can’t Ignore

The recent Co-op cyber security incidents have highlighted to many the importance of vigilance against malware, strong passwords and awareness of phishing scams.In today's digital landscape, these attacks lead to huge data breaches and disruptions to internal teams as well as customers.Speak to us about keeping your business safe from cyber attacks, in order to keep your customers' data secure or find out more on our website:💻 - HERE...

“Find the Perfect Christian Retreat Venue — Without the Stress!”

Are you looking for the perfect venue for your Church weekend away, personal retreat, youth group or school trip? Use our venue finder service to do all the hard work for you!...

June Update From Utility Aid - Green Energy Baskets, giving charities more purchasing power!

Rising energy costs are a challenge for many in the voluntary sector, but there is a solution. By joining forces through collective group purchasing, voluntary organisations can access competitive energy rates, simplify procurement, and reduce their carbon footprint.We’re excited to introduce the Green Energy Basket, a collaborative energy initiative designed to combine the energy needs and environmental ambitions of multiple voluntary organisations. By purchasing energy in bulk...

🤩 JUNE New Releases & The £9.99 Sale for one week Only

Support the vital work of Christian Residential Network (CRNet) in championing & promoting Christian residential ministries across the UK — simply by purchasing through 10ofThose via the exclusive CSC Buying Group partner page. Every purchase helps make a difference....

Two essential guides to keep CSC Buying Group members supported this summer

Summer’s here - and with it comes the challenge of keeping teams supported while managing workloads and employee leave.Our Partner Citation has shared two free guides to help you support your people while staying compliant and efficient. These resources are perfect for staying on track and keeping teams thriving during the summer months.Here’s what’s inside:Burnout Guide: Practical steps to manage workloads, prevent burnout, and support mental health.Please click on the image below to down...

Christian Residential Network week of Prayer

Please sign up for the Christian Residential Network week of prayer 2025 - HERE...

Wrap your guests in comfort with our luxurious towels

Save on Quality Hospitality Textiles with Mitre Linen – Exclusive for CSC Buying Group MembersCSC Buying Group members can now enjoy outstanding value and quality by purchasing from Mitre Linen through their exclusive CSC partnership. Mitre Linen is a trusted supplier of high-quality linen, bedding, towels, and soft furnishings, serving the hospitality, education, and care sectors across the UK.By ordering via CSC’s dedicated Mitre Linen member page, members benefit from:Discounts on the ent...

10ofThose Deal of the Week

Click the image above to ☝ view the full details of this week’s special offer from 10ofThose....

Premier Office Supplies - Special Offers

Click the image above to unlock the latest exclusive Premier special offers...

Poor mobile network coverage holding your business back?

Poor mobile network coverage holding your business back? We can help - HEREA dispersed workforce across multiple locations can make it impossible to ensure everyone has coverage on a single mobile network. This results in a lack of productivity, user frustration and unnecessary costs to your business.SCG provides a business mobile solution that allows you to mix connections across multiple networks in a single customer portal.This delivers the best possible coverage to all users ensuring maximum...

Camping This Summer? Save Big with Equipment Outdoors & CSCBG!

Are you going camping this summer? Need new gear to make your trip comfortable and hassle-free?Check out Equipment Outdoors for top-quality camping equipment!CSCBG members get exclusive benefits:Special member discountsExpert advice tailored for camping enthusiastsAccess to trusted, durable gear backed by a community that caresReady to gear up? Visit equipmentoutdoors.co.uk and enjoy your CSCBG member perks today!Learn more about your member advantages here: cscbg.org.uk/equipment-outdoorsFor de...

Screwfix & 4Lite - Big School Giveaway

Help a School or College Win £10,000 in Lighting & Installation Support4lite has teamed up with Screwfix to launch an exciting giveaway – offering up to £10,000 worth of 4lite lighting products and installation support to one deserving School, College, University, Facilities Management company, or Electrical Installer looking to make a real impact.Please spread the word to local schools and colleges that might be interested in applying. It’s a fantastic opportunity to enhance learning ...

New Tradepoint offers from 6th June 2025.

Showrooms summer event including up to 40% off selected kitchen doors when you buy 3 or more, and 40% off selected bathroom products available from 6th June - 1 July...

Our ongoing commitment to sustainability

As part of our ongoing commitment to sustainability and our journey toward becoming net zero, we’re excited to announce the installation of EV chargers at the 1st Waste HQ! ⚡🚗The installation process was quick and seamless, thanks to the fantastic team at South Coast EV & Contracting LtdA big thank you to Alex and Peter, who took care of the setup, gave us a full walkthrough, and assisted with the app installation. They were knowledgeable, friendly, and a pleasure to work with, we’d...

Downtime: The Hidden Cost You Can't Afford

When your systems go down, productivity grinds to a halt, customers are inconvenienced and revenue disappears.For small businesses, even an hour of IT downtime can be costly. Internet failures, cyberattacks and outdated or unsupported technology are all problems that waste time and cost a business money. According to a recent survey, carried out by Samsung, small and medium-sized businesses in the UK are losing up to £300,000, a year, as a result. See the details - HEREBut it doesn’t hav...

NOW LIVE: up to 35% off appliances!

Open an account with Nisbets through the CSC Buying Group to enjoy exclusive savings and access to regular special offers. Please click the Nisbets logo above for more information....

Master holiday leave management with our free guide

With summer just around the corner, now’s the time to get on top of holiday leave. Our Partner Citation has put together this expert free guide on handling holiday leave, it is packed with expert advice to help you manage requests fairly, stay legally compliant, and support employee wellbeing.It covers:- Holiday entitlement rules- Managing conflicting requests- Carry-over rules and legal obligationsDon’t let holiday admin become a headache – download your free copy today.DOWNLOAD HEREWith ...

Charities Network Newsletter

Issue 31 is available now.Cyberattacks now cost UK charities millions each year, and with high-profile attacks on retailers making headlines recently, it’s become more important than ever to be vigilant about the risks and know what measures you have or need to have in place.Please click on the image above for the full article....

The overlooked value of water in food supply chains

Water is essential to food production, yet its critical role is often underestimated. Bidfood's latest blog post delves into the hidden water embedded in our food supply chains and the growing challenges of water scarcity. Discover how climate change, glacier loss, and global demand are impacting water resources, and learn about initiatives like WRAP’s Water Roadmap and partnerships with One Water that aim to promote sustainable water management.Please click on the image above to read more....