We’re here to help you!

Our development team are here to help you 

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re one of the many remarkable people helping to run a community group, charity, or voluntary organisation in Cambridgeshire. Whether you’re a volunteer juggling multiple roles or a staff member trying to keep everything running smoothly, we know how busy and stretched you can be. That’s why we’re here—to make your life a little easier. 

What We Can Help With 

Running a community group is rewarding, but it can also be overwhelming. From funding applications to volunteer recruitment, governance to safeguarding policies, there’s a lot to think about. Here’s how we can support you: 

Fundraising & Grant Applications 

Need help finding funding or writing a grant application? We can: 

• Point you towards funding opportunities 

• Offer guidance on writing grant applications and developing fundraising ideas 

• If you are a member we can review your applications and offer feedback 

• Help you develop a fundraising strategy that works for your group 

Volunteer Management 

Volunteers are the lifeblood of most groups. We can support you with: 

• Ideas and guidance on recruiting and retaining volunteers 

• Volunteer policies and best practice guidance 

Governance & Trustees 

Good governance is key to a healthy organisation. We offer: 

• Advice on setting up or reviewing your constitution 

• Trustee training and support including creating strategies and business plans 

• Help with roles, responsibilities, and decision-making processes 

Policies & Procedures 

From safeguarding to data protection, we can help you stay compliant by: 

• Providing policy templates 

• Reviewing your existing documents 

• Offering guidance tailored to your group’s size and activities 

Networking opportunities 

If you would like to connect with other groups tackling similar issues and to share experiences, we can help with that too.  We run networking sessions for groups to help you meet with others and build connection and opportunities to collaborate.  You can find out more here. 

Training & Events 

Maybe your staff or volunteers would like some training or would like to attend events to support them with their roles?  We run a mixture of in person and online tutor-run trainings on topics as diverse as safeguarding, utilising social media, community fundraising and business planning – you can find out more here.  We also have a library of short recordings on lots of topics around running a community group that you can watch anytime by logging on here. 

General Advice & Troubleshooting 

Sometimes you just need to talk things through. Whether it’s a quick question or a complex issue, we’re happy to help. 

How to Get in Touch 

Contact us on enquiries@cambridgecvs.org.uk or call us on 07935649805