Empower
We empower the voluntary sector to survive and thrive, by providing expertise, support, development opportunities and training.
Our ‘Empower the Voluntary Sector’ team will:
- improve quality and governance of VCS organisations
- support growth and sustainability of VCS organisations
- sustain and develop CAN as a strong umbrella infrastructure charity
Running a voluntary or community group can be very rewarding, but there’s a lot of legal and good practice to keep on top of. We offer general and bespoke advice to help you run your group effectively and efficiently, so it creates as much good for the local community as possible.
On the membership page you will find useful information, links, toolkits and videos aimed at giving you lots of support and useful information. As a full member if you need further help, we’re here to offer bespoke 1-2-1 advice and support, that’s completely free and unlimited.
For groups based in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole please contact Steve Place at steve.place@can100.org or phone 07966 742933
For groups based in the rest of Dorset please contact Bekki Stalker at bekki.stalker@can100.org or phone 07840 854181
Enable
We enable volunteering through our brilliant Volunteering Hub helping everyone to play an active role in their community.
Our enable volunteering team:
- Champion the role of volunteering
- Enable people to volunteer
- Support organisations to promote, recruit, train, induct and provide ongoing support to volunteers
As a member you’ll be able to access lots of free help and advice as well as advertise volunteer vacancies.
Contact us on volunteer@can100.org or phone 01202 466130
Connect
We connect communities by helping to create conditions where everyone’s voice is valued and heard by facilitating great local networking and communication.
Our Connecting communities team:
- Promote & champion the VCS
- Are the point of contact, reference and information for the sector locally. Identifying need and effectively communicating, developing and influencing policy
- Enable effective involvement and codesign of services, through meaningful community connection
As a member we’ll work with you to make this happen. Check out the Member Zone for more information. Or contact us at hello@can100.org or phone 01202 466130
Our members are at the heart of everything we do. We’re a member led charity with our Board of Trustees being predominantly drawn from the local voluntary and community sector.
We’re here to work with you to create environments for community led empowerment by sharing our expertise, knowledge and facilities.
From influencing the development of local services to offering expert advice and support, we’re here to help. We offer practical and professional support to organisations – whether you need guidance on choosing a charity legal structure, vital training for your team, a platform to advertise your volunteer vacancies… or simply want to borrow a projector!
Discover the benefits of Full membership – please click on the videos/image below:
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Affiliate members
You’ll have access to the many benefits of Full membership, but with the following exceptions:
- We can offer only up to five hours in one year, free expert advice and guidance on starting, running and closing your organisation
- We’ll offer you access to training opportunities, project consultations and advertising job vacancies, but there will be a negotiable fee. Please talk to us for more information
- ‘Know Your Stuff’ is only available to Full members
- We’ll welcome you at our AGM, however, voting and standing for election as a Board member is only available to full members.
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