# Guide for funders in assessing capacity of grant recipients

- Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/2007/09/25/guide-funders-assessing-capacity-grant-recipients/
- Published: 2007-09-25T23:00:00+01:00
- Author: Howard Lake

The Association of Charitable Foundations (ACF) together with The UK Workforce Hub
and Governance Hub have produced a new publication to help funders assess the organisational
capacity of charities and voluntary groups.
“Is it seaworthy? Assessing and funding
the capacity of voluntary and community organisations” details some “quick and easy
steps” that funders can take to make sure that their grants are invested wisely 
in organisations that can use them effectively in delivering services or projects.

The guide also emphasises the importance of funding governance, planning and human
resources. Without adequate funding, these areas of charity management could hinder
or restrict the effectiveness of the grant.

The report can be downloaded at no charge from the Workforce Hub, or purchased from
NCVO for £5.

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