The document summarizes recent evidence on the emerging impact of the recession on the voluntary and community sector in the UK. It finds that around 30% of organizations have seen funding fall due to the recession based on surveys. Confidence levels in the sector have also declined significantly. While demand for services is expected to rise, many organizations do not feel they can meet this rising demand due to concerns over future funding. The impact is expected to vary between organizations based on factors like income sources, assets, and size.