New Philanthropy Capital has announced a merger with the Beacon Collaborative to increase the effectiveness of philanthropy in the UK.

The two organisations will combine their experience under the NPC brand to focus on growing, promoting and celebrating philanthropy in the impact sector.

The Beacon Collaborative was established in 2019 by philanthropists Cath Dovey CBE and Matthew Bowcock CBE, while NPC was established twenty-two years ago to help grow philanthropy by helping philanthropists understand the impact of their giving.

News of the merger follows the completion of Beacon's initial five-year programme to catalyse growth in philanthropy in the UK in partnership with leading sector bodies.

Beacon’s Philanthropy and Impact Forum and market measurement research will continue under the new format.

“Since 2019, Beacon has been successful in drawing together organisations that support, promote, and celebrate philanthropy," Cath Dovey CBE said.

"Through collaborative working, we have achieved our mission to put the work of the UK’s philanthropy sector on the map for philanthropists, policymakers, and the wider impact community.

"Our sector has a clear plan to drive growth in philanthropy and giving. I am delighted to be working with NPC to build the capacity and capability to turn that plan into action.”

NPC chief executive, Jonathan Simmons added: “Since launching over 20 years ago NPC has supported hundreds of philanthropists as they strive to maximise the impact of their giving.

"We’re excited to be bringing Beacon’s incredible convening and advocacy power together with NPC’s deep knowledge of the UK impact sector.

"Together we can focus on helping strengthen the UK’s vibrant and growing impact community.”

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