Charity and VCS support Charities That specialise in Umbrella bodies

Services for carers include advocacy, counselling, carer support groups, applying for grants, complementary therapies, training, referrals, information giving, future planning, mediation and support.Services are delivered in the way that best suits the individual carer. We also advance education concerning carers among the public, and among private, statutory and voluntary sector organsiations.

MEMBERSHIP ORGANISATION FOR THE COMMUNITY/VOLUNTARY SECTOR WORKING WITH CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE (0-25) IN THE LONDON BOROUGH OF BARNET

The promotion of social entrepreneurship and support for social entrepreneurs in the UK and worldwide, plus the creation and support of new projects run which are by young people for young people to address their needs and concerns.

The objectives of the charity are to promote the benefit of the community in the London Borough of Hackney by the promotion, support and development of voluntary services in the advancement of education, the protection of health and the relief of poverty, distress and sickness.

Local Infrastructure Organisation providing services to frontline VCS groups in Organisational Development and volunteering. Projects include: Weekend Care, engagement projects with adults of working age or with a learning disability, Quality For Health, Regional Voices, Molly and Bill (Active Care Homes) and capacity building for the NHS.

Provision of advice and support to voluntary organisations in the Cardiff area.

Tackling inequalities relating to health, wellbeing, inclusion, poverty, employment and skills in Solihull and surrounding areas (Birmingham & Warwickshire).To promote the voluntary sector for the public benefit in Solihull by building the capacity of voluntary sector organisations and providing them with the necessary support, information and services.

To provide a unique, quality service which supports, represents and helps develop third sector organisations and volunteering in the County Borough of Merthyr Tydfil

Our main areas of activity are the provision of advice and support services for the voluntary and community sector; outreach work with community groups and individuals; assistance and advice services for volunteers; health and well-being initiatives for disadvantaged and/or isolated people; assistance for local communities in developing initiatives that help to sustain their communities.

The object of Resource for London is to benefit the public by the promotion and improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of charitable organisations. Its principal activity is to operate a resource centre for charities, providing them with office accommodation, conference rooms, meeting rooms and other facilities at an affordable rent.

To promote any charitable purposes for the benefit of the community in the Borough Of Slough and local areas.

To meet un-served social needs in South Somerset, Mendip and Sedgemoor by providing high quality support to voluntary and community sector organisations and, where appropriate, through direct provision of services.

Footprints in the Community exists to assist with the relief of poverty in Redcar and Cleveland. This may be through emergency food provision (Redcar Area Foodbank), assistance with baby equipment, referral to counselling, befriending and general help, or various other activities. Footprints in the Community is the umbrella organisation under which projects will be formed to help local people

Promote a range of support servicesIdentify views and represent them to decision makers Provide a Volunteer CentreProvide a funding service and range of training courses Establishment of effective partnerships Promote the voluntary sector in planning service developmentSupport for carers and individualsProvide a range of services and activities for the Community programmes

OCVA is the main umbrella body for voluntary and community groups in Oxfordshire. We aim to enable a diverse voluntary and community sector to flourish. We do this by providing advice, information and training, acting as advocates and representatives, and building partnerships.

THE PROMOTION OF THE VOLUNTARY SECTOR IN THE WANDSWORTH AREA FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC.

to reach the most vulnerable in the community journeying with them to unlock their potentialpartnering with Statutory & voluntary sector to provide the most coherent and effective service

The Young Brent Foundation [YBF] is a membership, infrastructure support organisation, focused on Brent youngpeople, supporting the VCS, not-for-profit and social enterprises and has five headline priorities Venue Bank, SmallGrants, revenue generation for the sector and capacity support to ensure contract / grant readiness and collaboration and networking to develop cross sector working.

The activities of Tower Hamlets Council forVoluntary Service include:One to one development work; training; information sharing; dissemination of best practice; policy briefings and responses to consultation; developing strategic partnerships; supporting partnerships and consortia; events and seminars; supporting forums and networks;advocacy, voice and representation.

Encourages individuals and organisations to work in partnership to build stronger, safer and better communities - under the banners of Reaching People and CIP ( Communities in Partnership). Supports, involves and enables individuals, communities and organisations to influence and improve, planning and delivery of services. Provides services for the VCS to develop and improve.

We provide professional and practical support to organisations working within the voluntary and community sector in Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole and Dorset. We want to see these communities healthy, diverse, vibrant and flourishing. Our mission is to empower the voluntary sector, enable volunteering and involve communities. We believe that together, we CAN make a difference.

Supporting the voluntary and community sector in Buckinghamshire and to act as the Rural Community Council for Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes

Advice/Information on charity registration, organisational development; human resources, volunteering.Training - Chairing, Minute Taking, Roles & Responsibilities of Charity Trustees; funding applicationsFinance - setting up financial systems, SORP, PAYEPartnership workingVolunteering ++Â++º+-ª recruiting volunteers; becoming a volunteer; volunteering opportunities; interviewing volunteers

Ealing and Hounslow CVS provides a wide range of support services for voluntary and community groups in the London Boroughs of Ealing and Hounslow, including funding advice, help with recruiting volunteers, information on voluntary sector developments and good practice, and training. It incorporates Ealing Volunteer Centre and Hounslow Volunteer Centre.

Young Kensington and Chelsea Foundation (YKCF) is an independent voluntary membership organisation for all providers delivering services for the benefit of children and young people in the Royal Borough, set up by the voluntary sector for the voluntary sector and with the support and endorsement of the Local Authority.