Charity staff face burnout amid 'triple crisis'

Charity leaders in Oxfordshire are voicing concerns about staff burnout amid a "triple crisis" of increased demand, fundraising challenges, and rising costs. The sector is facing pressure to address critical issues like mental health, homelessness, and poverty, with charities stepping in to fill gaps left by government support. A call for sustainable funding and increased support for charity workers is emphasized to avoid organizations going under, ultimately impacting vulnerable communities that rely on their services. The government's Civil Society Covenant aims to improve the relationship between civil society groups and the government, acknowledging the challenges faced by charities in recent years.