Charity and VCS support Charities That specialise in Umbrella bodies

VAR provides support services to the voluntary and community groups/organisations within the borough. This is provided by the following: a volunteer centre, developing and facilitating networks and collaborative working, undertakes policy analysis and research, lobbies on behalf of the sector, runs a membership scheme, develop and manage several bespoke projects. VAR is a membership based org.

GMCVO works to increase economic and social inclusion in Greater Manchester through effective collaborations and supporting other organisations to achieve their goals. We support voluntary organisations and social enterprises to understand the operating environment, to gain social investment and we test new approaches. We provide investment and are a lead body for networks & partnership projects.

The Bridge Renewal Trust delivers practical ways that people can live healthier, long and fulfilling lives thus playing our part in reducing health inequalities and building healthier, safer and stronger communities in Haringey. We work to empower our diverse communities and promote mental health and wellbeing, community safety, local giving and a stronger voluntary sector.

1. Pastoral community work and chaplaincy work - Voluntary servicewithin the Church and local community, chaplaincy ministry in prisons,hospitals and hospices.2. Ministry within Social Services teams - Work with Social Services andagencies within the voluntary sector.3. Residential care services for our elderly Sisters at St Euphrasia?s CareHome, Blackley, Manchester.

Working together to develop a diverse, strong and effective voluntary and community sector in Bolton.Current work includes:- Group Development- Small Grants Administration on behalf of Bolton Council- Promotion of Volunteering Opportunities- Community Engagement in Health- Forums: Health & Social Care; Volunteering; Voluntary & Community Sector- Training Programme- The Bolton Hub

Linking the public, corporate and voluntary sectors for the benefit of the community.

The Charity encourages, supports and develops groups and organisations involved in voluntary action. It promotes new initiatives which tackle social exclusion and economic disadvantage and works to establish partnerships between the public, private and voluntary sectors.

The VCS Alliance covers Bradford District and Craven, and has been developed by the local Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) to become an equal partner in the Integrated Care System, alongside with other key local health, social care and support providers.

Swansea CVS exists to promote, support and develop the Third Sector in Swansea to maximise its potential for:- engaging, involving and empowering the public as active citizens; contributing to policies and strategies which shape the design and implementation of public services; and delivering quality service (alone or in partnership with others) for the benefit of the wider community.

Voluntary Action Leeds is the Council for Voluntary Service in Leeds. For 60 years we have been providing innovative and direct support, services and specialist advice to hundreds of voluntary and community groups, enabling them to carry out their work across Leeds

To act as an umbrella organisation to the voluntary sector in Colchester and the neighbourhood.To promote voluntary action and participation through its networks, newsletter, information and services including a Community Accounts Service, Transport and Shopmobility Scheme.

Umbrella organisation to support voluntary and community organsations

As the global campaigning voice for consumers, we are building a powerful international consumer movement to help protect and empower consumers everywhere. We promote the voluntary sector for the public benefit by supporting and promoting consumer rights and work on key issues such as consumer education, consumer policies, climate change and promoting proper regulation of products and services.

Comprehensive training & support servicesStrategic PartnerNetwork Co-ordinationAssist recoveryIncubator support/ develop new organisationsMeeting & conference facilitiesEnsure voluntary sector presence in cityAdminister Personal Charitable Trusts & support charitable giving by individualsAccess sources of grants / administer grant-making programmes

Our mission is to enable the development of stable, thriving communities with the capacity to plan and manage lasting improvements to their quality of life.Our vision is of a strong and pro-active community and voluntary sector improving the lives of people in Lincolnshire.

CBCS acts as an umbrella organisation for voluntary run childcare. CBCS operates some childcare services direct - these include out of school care, playgroup provision and creche facilities - as well as a toy library service and payroll facilities for member childcare groups.

BSWN supports BME and other marginal community organisations in the South West. Its vision and mission are to promote and advocate on behalf of the BME and other marginal Voluntary and Community Sector organisations (BVCS). To strengthen the BVCS by increasing influence in policy arenas, developing the capacity, providing support, facilitating skills and knowledge sharing across the sector.

Volunteer Cornwall is a charity dedicated to building social capital and developing the wellbeing of individuals and communities in Cornwall. It does this by working in collaboration with a wide range of organisations to promote and support active citizenship and voluntary action covering the emotional, social, environmental and economic needs and opportunities in Cornwall.

FEE acts as an umbrella organisation for NGOs in different countries that are implementing the FEE programmes nationally. FEE is mainly active through its five environmental education programmes: Blue Flag, Eco-Schools, Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE), Learning about Forests (LEAF) and Green Key. FEE operates worldwide and currently has 92 member organisations (NGOs) in 76 countries.

To provide a place of worship for the multi-ethnic community of Muslims in London and Britain.To propagate and extend the teachings and the message of Islam as a compassionate religion encompassing all schools of thought and in total compliance with the law of the land. To establish liaison and work with Government, voluntary sector, local authority, statutory bodies, and other agencies.

The role of Hull CVS is to support the sustainable development of voluntary and communtiy groups and volunteering in Hull and its neighbourhood. To this end it brings organisations together to share information and good practice; promotes the value of the voluntary sector and of volunteering; supports the development of new groups; provides services to organisations; provides representation.

Supporting and resourcing the voluntary and community sector in Sutton, Surrey.

Community Alliance Broxbourne and East Herts provides a range of capacity-building services to the voluntary and community sector in Broxbourne and East Herts, including training, funding advice, newsletters and e-bulletins, networking opportunities and signposting to local resources.

DCF is privileged to be working alongside people who are motivated by wanting to make a difference across Devon.We use our knowledge of local needs and the voluntary sector to manage the distribution of funds to achieve sustainable outcomes, awarding financial and other support on behalf of our partners and donors.In this way we address disadvantage and achieve inspiring change in our communities.

World Obesity is an umbrella organisation for national obesity associations and comprises 52 member associations, representing 56 countries. The main aim of the charity is to improve global health by promoting the understanding of obesity and weight-related diseases through scientific research and dialogue, while encouraging the development of effective policies for prevention and management.