An updated cost-benefit analysis of Place2Be's 1:1 counselling service in primary schools. Read more
The History of Pro Bono Economics Read more
This new PBE study for the Law Family Commission on Civil Society is the most comprehensive review of the social sector’s interactions with policymakers ever conducted. Read more
The latest PBE study for the Law Family Commission on Civil Society looks at how falling participation in philanthropy, a decline in average giving by the wealthiest, and persistently unclaimed Gift Aid have combined to create a three-fold ‘giving gap’. Read more
An analysis of the economic benefits of the Career Ready programme based on its impact on A-level attainment. Read more
We are looking for an Economist to join the Pro Bono Economics (PBE) team. This is an exciting opportunity for an economist to apply their knowledge and expertise to a range of interesting projects in the third sector. Read more
High levels of inflation are set to persist for some time. This briefing, in partnership with CAF, sets out the challenges for charities' staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, donors and finances. Read more
Ahead of the arrival of a new government led by Liz Truss, this latest analysis for the Law Family Commission on Civil Society calls for greater engagement between government advisory groups and the social sector. Read more
Impact analysis of Royal National Children's Springboard Foundation bursary programme. Read more
New PBE research for the Law Family Commission on Civil Society analysing the size of the pay gap between the charity sector and the rest of the economy. Read more
How can charities influence, engage with and make the most out of their relationships with Conservative MPs? Read more
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New research assessing the cost of foundation funding applications Read more
An analysis of spending on early and late intervention services for children and young people in England over the last decade. Read more
New figures from the Bank of England show significant uncertainty for both charities and businesses alongside pay and recruitment strains. Read more
How can charities influence, engage with and make the most out of their relationships with Labour MPs? Read more
Boosting collaboration between the government and the philanthropy sector is essential to growing charitable giving. Read more
This research provides a cost-benefit analysis of The Artis Foundation’s programme, which works with children and teachers to bring creativity to the classroom by using the performing arts. Read more
How can charities influence, engage with and make the most out of their relationships with local councillors? Read more
Nicole Sykes, Director of Policy and Communications at PBE, discusses the fundamental role charities play in providing vital public services. Read more
This report provides an analysis of the potential impact of Time to Shine by The Rank Foundation on the charities that take part in the programme. Read more
This research for Our Time provides an analysis of the economic impact of children raised by a parent who has mental health difficulties. Read more
Using our interactive map, discover where in the country council groups and political parties are setting out the most ambitious agenda for the social sector in 2022's local elections. Read more
Pro Bono Economics worked with West London Zone to examine the potential economic outcomes of their programme of support for children facing multiple disadvantages in west London. Read more
Boosting charity productivity is an overlooked opportunity in the campaign to tackle the UK’s productivity problem. Both charities and policymakers have a shared interest in doing so. Read more
How can charities influence, engage with and make the most out of their relationships with civil servants? Read more