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Building Resilience and Sustainability - Charity Tips

The King's Fund has an older, yet excellent article on leading to build resilience.Click on the image below for more information....

Welcome to Mobile May 2024!

Mobile May Week 1In May we are focusing on how we can help your business Be More Mobile. Stay connected with us on all of our social platforms and please get in touch if you would like to know more about our services and how we can help YOU.Contact the CSC Buying Group by e-mail at buy@cscbg.org.uk  or by telephone at 01908 668953They will connect you to a member of the SCG team directly, and they will gladly help you out with all of your mobile and connectivity needs....

Latest Tradepoint offers

CSC Buying Group members receive a 10% discount across the full range in B&Q and Tradepoint. This is on top of any special offers or discounts.Sign up for CSCBG membership HEREOnce you have signed up for membership please sign up HERE  to obtain a Tradepoint discount card.Excludes delivery, gift cards, concessions, clearance, Amazon products, supplier quoted and selected made to measure products. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other voucher or customer discount card.We...

Discover our best sellers: customer favorites inside!

Mitre Linen has over 65 years of expertise within the linen and soft furnishing market, with a reputation of offering a selection of quality with reliable service for retreat, conference, outdoor centres, schools, colleges and care. Their products include: Bedding, Duvets, Towels, Pillows, Linen, soft furnishings, Mattresses, Toppers & Protectors. Bedroom & Bathroom accessories, Student Packs, Soft Furnishings. So everythinh you needCSC Buying Group members have acces to specially negoti...

Standalone battery storage systems offer a viable alternative.

Great article for those that:• Cannot afford the high upfront cost of solar PV panels or other renewable technology (such as a wind turbine for home)• Don’t have the practical means to install renewable technology (lack of roof space for those living in flats, etc.)Standalone systems offer a viable alternative.Click on the image above ☝ for the full atricle....

Economic Outlook

The UK economy has begun to recover so we hope to see a modest improvement in the fundraising environment, with slow recovery restarting in the remainder of the year but not full recovery until 2025 or possibly even 2026.  Click on the image below 👇 for more information....

Are you going to the Big Church Festival.

Are you going to the Big Church Festival and need to buy new camping equipment or update your existing equipment.  Then Equipment Outdoors can help you.CSC Buying Group members, that's both organisations and individuals working for this organisation have access to a 12.5% discount with Equipment Outdoors.Full details can be found on the Equipment Outdoors page in the members area of the web site which can be access 👉 HERETo become a CSC Buying Group member and start saving now ...

Need to get your Screfix purchase sharpish?

Click on the iamge above ☝ for full details.CSC Buying Group Members can get discounts from Screwfix for your DIY and maintenance jobs. This is for all member organisations of Christian Supply Chain their individual employees and tradespeople ONLY.   Sign up HERE(If you are not already signed-up as a CSC Buying Group member, click HERE to register first)...

Is your School ready for Martyn’s Law?

On Tuesday 7th November 2023, the King's Speech announced The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill - known as Martyn’s Law - will come into effect for 2024. This is the result of tireless campaigning from Figen Murray OBE.The Bill will ensure that security preparedness is delivered consistently across the UK, for better protection of the public.This will affect schools, with government messaging focusing on three areas:➡ Guide: Direct people towards the most appropriate location🔒 Shelt...

Spring offer from Carita Express

To fully benefit from the Caritas' offerings to CSC Buying group members or to learn more about their selection of goods and services, including this offer, please contact the CSC Buying group at buy@cscbg.org.uk...

Happy Mobile May!

At SCG we are offering an exclusive sim deal. 50GB of data for the price of 20GB on 02. Not only offering the best deals for your mobiles but with industry leading customer service too. At SCG we have a 4.9 Trustpilot rating with over 2,000 reviews⭐ . CSC Buying Group memebers to take advantage of this awesome sim deal and experience our top-class customer service contact the CSC Buying Group at buy@cscbg.org.uk or call 01908 664958 and they will arrange to connect you with a dedicated account...

Banner - Old Technology Removal and Recycling

Did you know Banner can help you with the removal of your old technology in a responsible and compliant way that helps you meet your sustainability goals? We work directly with the leading suppliers to bring your business the most innovative technology products and solutions.With options available such as technology trade-ins, secure data removal, and recycling of redundant devices, Banner offers an excellent account management service to minimise your workload and provide a consolidated service...

Breaking down your Utility Bills

Energy bills can appear to be overwhelming if you aren’t sure what you’re looking at. They can be filled with technical jargon and numbers that can be difficult to decipher. Yet, for charities and not-for-profit organisations, comprehending these bills is crucial. Not only for financial management but also for ensuring that every penny is directed towards their causes.A thorough understanding of energy bills empowers organisations to make informed decisions regarding energy usage and procure...

Olympia Designs, you can truly take your food presentation to the next level.

Your choice of tableware helps to create anticipation within your guests as to the culinary and dining experience they are about to experience. When you choose crockery from Olympia Designs, you can truly take your food presentation to the next level.From nature-inspired colourways to contemporary finishes, their patterns help to bring out the very best in your food and create dining experiences that guests won’t forget in a hurry. And now it comes in 2 new styles - Denim and Luna.The Denim ra...

Latest Buying Group News

The latest issue of the CSC Buying Group News 1st -30th April 24 is now avilable in the members area.Click here to sign up as a new member and start saving now...

Reliability and efficiency in the kitchen are a number one priority

Choose an electric hob you can trust to deliver cost savings without compromise. The Buffalo 600 Series countertop induction hob is a fantastic solution for professional kitchens looking to reduce energy bills without compromising on reliability or output.Designed for everyday performance, the induction hob features four heavy duty cooking zones with 11 power levels each, giving you the precision to boil, fry, simmer and sauté with accuracy. The hob also features a boost function, providing eve...

KINGSWAY ELECTRICAL - APRIL OFFER For Scottish residents only Reminder.

If you're in the market for an EV charger, you need to see our April offer: Hypervolt 3.0 EV charger, fully fitted from £999*Find the full details HERE*Terms & Conditions. The sale price of from £999 runs from 1st April 2024 to 30th April 2024, only available to domestic properties within Scotland. Subject to home suitability survey and extras requested....

INCEPTION - Managed Print & IT Services

OUR VALUESWhy Work With Us?All devices and solutions proposed are user friendly easy to use and allow your business to focus on its business focusAll solutions and devices proposed give you full control using built in user codes auditing for print, copy and scan.All our Staff have been trained in GDPR and all Solutions provided and IT work completed are complaint. All print devices contain a ‘Locked Print’ service for sensitive information.All devices contain Encryption on hard drives Printe...

British made furniture for education & community spaces

GOPAK is renowned for the quality of their products and the dedication and devotion of their team to offer furniture for a variety of applications.Products: Office Furniture, Workplace Consultancy, Space Planning, DSE Assessment, Ergonomic Solutions, Project Management. All at specially negotiated discounted pricing exclusive to CSC Buying Group members.To find out more click on the GOAPK logo above ☝....

The Charity Sector Outlook is Deteriorating

Comparatively speaking, fundraising during the peak of Covid might now be reasonably described as the ‘Good Old Days’.  The metrics below are 2 of the 100+ tracking metrics from the 9 dashboards in our new Microsoft data extraction tool, created with pro bono support from the OR Society, built by Sujith and funded by the GSR Foundation.  In Sep 2023, our £1bn Funding Cuts report, suggested that the Government cuts may well derail the fragile recovery we were trackin...

This month, Easipc is proud to celebrate a brilliant 15 years of business. 🏆

So much has happened since, both within the business and in the wider world. Enjoy our retrospective as we reflect on our growth supporting Northamptonshire’s education community and beyond. 👏...

Are you Camping this Spring or Summer.

Are you planning on going camping this spring or summer.  Perhaps you are going to one of the Christian events like New Wine, The CVM Gathering or your planning a trip with your Church Youth Group.Whatever, your camping equipment needs then Equipment Outdoors are here to help.They provide a fantastic discount to CSC  Buying group members. Full details are available on the Equipment Outdoors page in the members area of the CSC Buying Group website. Click on the image below for informati...

Utility Aid - Energy Saving Tip

This is bonkers but true!This is due to the digital clock using power 24/7 and the microwave only heating food for short bursts...

2024 Contract Furniture Catalogue is available now

Click on the above ☝ image for catalogue details.Click on the image below 👇 for more information about ACE Furniture and how they can help CSC Buying Group members....

Banner provides extensive cleaning and hygiene solutions that cater for you and the people in your business.

Our experts provide training, support and data-led insights to help optimise the performance of our products. Our tailored solutions help your business maintain workplace cleanliness, which is crucial for providing a healthy, efficient and productive environment. A clean workspace provides many benefits, including:- Boosted productivity - Occupational safety - Higher employee satisfaction - Improved mental health - Reduced absenteeism - A more professional image To find out more HERE...