Blog posts
Looking for colour, context and perspective about the work of The National Lottery Community Fund, its impact on communities and topics currently in the news? It’s all here. This blog will explain, explore, showcase and examine the ways in which civil society, and as a result the sector, is changing. Read about what people in communities across the UK and sector thought leaders have to say and form your own opinion.
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Supporting children to enjoy the best start in life – learning from A Better Start
1 August, 2025
Richard Newson (National Children’s Bureau) discusses how the learning from A Better Start was presented at a key summit ahead of the Government’s new Best Start in Life strategy. Read more
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Richard Newson
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Media and Communications Manager at the National Children’s Bureau
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- Insight
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Building on a decade of A Better Start
1 August, 2025
Matt Riddell, Funding Manager at The National Lottery Community Fund, shares his reflections on more than ten years of A Better Start. Read more -
Unlocking systemic change led by communities: the Solidarity Fund
3 June, 2025
Ali Torabi, Head of Funding Development, shares details of the Solidarity Fund launching in June – and how it has been shaped by community feedback Read more -
Changing systems within the Solidarity Fund: what we mean and why it matters
3 June, 2025
Systems change is about making systems fairer - creating structures that work better for everyone. Read more -
Accountability and lived experience within the Solidarity Fund: what we mean and why it matters
3 June, 2025
Lived experience leadership is about creating spaces where those most affected by injustice have real influence over how work is designed and delivered. Read more -
Strengthening solidarity: what we mean and why it matters
3 June, 2025
Practising solidarity means supporting each other, building trust, and creating spaces where those most affected by inequality can lead the way in shaping solutions. Read more -
Organising for change within the Solidarity Fund: what we mean and why it matters
3 June, 2025
Building power within communities is central to our mission. But what exactly do we mean by building power, and why is it so crucial? Read more -
Building knowledge within the Solidarity Fund: what we mean and why it matters
3 June, 2025
The Solidarity Fund prioritises funding organisations that build and share knowledge in ways that help make systems fairer. Read more -
Working together for a bigger impact: our new partnering approach
27 May, 2025
We’re launching a new way to partner with The National Lottery Community Fund and build a stronger, fairer society Read more -
A moment of reflection – one year into our corporate plan
21 May, 2025
12 months on from our corporate plan launch we reflect on what we’ve already achieved and where we’re focusing our efforts. Read more
