Council For Voluntary Service Arunwide – Supporting Community Action
Who are CVSA?
We are a local organisation that promotes and supports voluntary and community groups in the Arun District.
We help the voluntary sector to develop by supporting existing groups as they grow.
We provide advice and training for new groups as they are set up.
We aim to ensure that the voice of the local voluntary and community sector is heard.
What services do CVSA provide?
Information
- Regular newsletter – The Voice
- Email updates
- Seminars and conferences
- Membership database
- Community Networking Lunches
Training
- Volunteer courses
- Computer and educational courses
Resources
- Grant application forms
- Office equipment
- Seminar rooms
How do I get involved?
We offer an exclusive membership scheme for all local voluntary and community groups.
In exchange for a small annual fee you can benefit from:
- Use of resources such as laminators, photcopiers and display boards
- Access to existing membership database
- Opportunities to set-up and run local projects and partnerships
- Access to volunteers and volunteering opportunities
- Advice and information on how to promote and sustain organisation
What else do CVSA do?
We also run and support several projects and partnerships across the Arun District:
The Arun Volunteer Centre
Specialises in recruiting volunteers and promoting the importance of volunteering in Arun.
Expanding Communities Team
Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Lithuanian and Ukrainian speakers
Health Trainers
A trained team that work with the public to help them to make healthy lifestyle changes
