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Volunteer Manager Resources

 Involving Volunteers Toolkit

Our Involving Volunteers Toolkit are designed to help and support groups but if you have any queries please don’t hesitate to get in touch for help and support.

Factsheet 1 – Planning for your Volunteers Factsheet 2 – Getting ready for Volunteers Factsheet 3 – Recruiting your Volunteers
Factsheet 4 – Choosing the right Volunteers Factsheet 5 – Supporting your Volunteers Factsheet 6 – Challenging situations

Trustee Guide

Whether you’re a seasoned trustee or stepping into the role for the first time, the Charity Commission’s 5-minute guides are an excellent resource to help you understand your responsibilities and feel confident in supporting your charity effectively.

These concise guides provide a clear and accessible overview of the key aspects of charity governance, forming a ‘core syllabus’ that every trustee should know.

Stay informed and ensure you’re making the right decisions for your organisation!

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 How to Diversify your Trustees

We’ve created a simple guide to help you diversify your board. It covers key steps like clarifying your goals, advertising strategically, and fostering an inclusive board culture.

Click the button below to explore our guide and take the first steps toward a more diverse and inclusive trustee board!

Please note: Click on the guide to zoom in and enlarge the text for easier reading.

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 National Lottery Community Fund – Grants for volunteer projects

The National Lottery Community Fund offers several grant programmes. For volunteer-related projects, consider:

  • National Lottery Awards for All (£300 – £20,000) – Ideal for small projects, including volunteer training and engagement.
  • Reaching Communities (£20,001+) – For larger projects that involve volunteers supporting communities.
  • Partnerships Fund (£20,001+) – Supports projects that involve multiple organisations working together, including volunteer-led initiatives.
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Charity Worker and Volunteer Discounts

Charity Worker Discounts offers exclusive deals, cashback, and vouchers for those working or volunteering in the charity sector. Whether you’re a fundraiser, researcher, administrator, or any role in between, you’re eligible for these discounts if you:

  • Work for a charity organisation
  • Volunteer with a charity
  • Are part of fundraising staff
  • Work in office-based charity roles

Please note: Bury VCFA is not affiliated with Charity Worker Discounts.

Charity Worker Discounts