Charity mergers have long been a key strategy for charities, however in 2024 this trend surged as organisations faced inflation-driven costs, funding shortages, and increased public demand. This surge appears to be more than a temporary spike and instead reflects a lasting shift in how charities adapt to ensure sustainability, impact, and long-term effectiveness.
In an article for Charities Management, Jonathan Brinsden and Aimee Peacock discuss the key considerations that charities should have before they enter into a merger.
"A well executed charity merger can provide multiple benefits. By bringing together resources, staff and infrastructure, merging charities often achieve cost savings through economies of scale and elimination of duplicated functions. This can free up resources for frontline services, where impact is most visible and needed."
Jonathan Brinsden
Partner
Read the full article on Charities Management.
