The National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF) has moved its London office to the NCVO Society Building near King’s Cross Station.
NLCF has downsized from its previous London office in Westminster since relocating from Plow Place near Chancery Lane in 2021.
A spokesperson for NLCF told Civil Society that the new building is smaller and will ensure “significant annual rent savings for the organization.”
The grantmaker said it wanted to reduce its carbon footprint with the move, and said in its latest report that office occupancy remained low as staff continued to work from home.
NLCF also said it hoped to incorporate its London office, which it shares with Bond, Refugee Action and the Lloyds Bank of England and Wales Foundation, within its voluntary sector.
The funder’s Birmingham office at Apex House, Edgbaston, is its registered address and central location.
Aiming for net zero by 2030
NLCF Chief Executive David Knott said the relocation of the London office will help NLCF achieve its mission to be net zero by 2030.
He said NLCF’s values are aligned with those of NCVO, which is also committed to reducing environmental impact through energy and waste reduction.
Mr Knott said: “We continue to prioritize flexible working and how we can continue to further reduce our footprint, while providing opportunities for teams to come together and connect.” Ta.
NLCF has reduced its carbon emissions by 52% since 2020, Knott said.
Sara Vibert, chief executive of umbrella organization NCVO, said: “We are delighted that NLCF has joined the other fantastic organizations working at the Society Building’s Voluntary Sector Hub.
“We are working hard to support and encourage greater collaboration and partnership across the voluntary sector, which is why the steps the National Lottery Community Fund is taking to bring us even closer to and more responsive to our communities. It’s great to hear.
“We are also very proud of the fact that our sustainability efforts at Society Building are helping others achieve their goals.”