The “third” sector refers to the part of Jersey’s economy that comprises non-profit-making organisations and associations. This includes registered charities, voluntary and community groups, social enterprises and other non-profit organisations and housing associations. It is called the “third” sector because the first and second sectors are the public and private sectors respectively.
As islanders, many of us have experienced first hand the central role the third sector plays in our society and community. But what does this add up to? What do we know about the sector as a whole? How big is the contribution it makes? What are the priority challenges and opportunities facing the sector? What does the sector need to ensure it’s fit for the future?
To answer these questions, in summer 2024, PwC Channel Islands were commissioned to produce this report by the Jersey Community Foundation in collaboration with partners including Jersey Overseas Aid and the Jersey Community Partnership.
The report provides a detailed analysis of the vital role that charities, non-profits, and community organisations play in benefiting the island's residents and government.
What type of organisation do you represent?
In 2023, how many paid staff did your organisation employ including, zero hour, fixed-term, seasonal or permanent contracts staff? - Jersey
In 2023, how many paid staff did your organisation employ including, zero hour, fixed-term, seasonal or permanent contracts staff? - Jersey
In 2023, how many unpaid volunteers did your organisation have?
In 2023, how many unpaid volunteers did your organisation have?
Please estimate the proportion of your 2023 income in pounds (£) from each of the following sources:
Which of the following best describes your organisation's free reserves?
Earned income from trading: Please estimate the breakdown of your earned income from trading based on the type of revenue generation in pounds (£).
Gifts and donations: Please estimate the breakdown of your Gifts and donations income based on the size of each donation. (Please ensure these sum to 100% of your donation funding)
What percentage of your costs to deliver public services are covered by the Government of Jersey contract(s) itself? Please also include contracts or service level agreements with other publicly funded bodies, such as parishes and other arms length organisations.
Long-term contracts: Please estimate a breakdown of your income generated from long-term contracts, between public versus private sector entities (£).
How frequently, if at all, does your organisation engage with elected members / politicians? Frequency of Engagement
How frequently, if at all, does your organisation engage with elected members / politicians? Impact of Efforts
How frequently, if at all, does your organisation engage with public policy makers? Frequency of engagement
How frequently, if at all, does your organisation engage withpublic policy makers? Impact of Efforts
Which types of collaborative projects do you engage in?
Do you share resources with other third sector organisations?