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Get the support you need

Are you involved in running a community group or organisation in Somerset? Perhaps you’re looking for funding, need more volunteers, or don’t know what structure is right for you? Our team of advisers is here to help.

Starting a new group can be exciting and rewarding

If you have an idea that will make a difference in your community, our experienced team of advisers can answer your questions and support you to bring it to life.

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Growing your group

Once you’ve chosen your organisational structure, there will be more to consider. We’ve put together a useful checklist for you to work through on your own, or with the help of one of our expert advisers.

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Jenny’s advice and support was invaluable as we prepared a constitution, navigated the Charity Commission registration process, recruited trustees, applied for funds and set up the new Local Pantry.

- West Somerset Food Cupboard

Funding advice

If you’re involved in a Somerset-based not-for-profit group, organisation, or project, we can offer a range of support including a fundraising health check, bid reviews, and a fully searchable list of funding opportunities.

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The Funding Team reviewed one of our bids and provided great feedback and have since signposted us to several funding opportunities resulting in a successful bid to provide us with a community gardener for 18 months.

- The Red Brick Building Company, Glastonbury

Volunteer service

We offer information and support for voluntary and community organisations who involve volunteers. We also run the volunteering website, Spark a Change, inspiring people to get involved and make a difference in their communities.

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Spark a Change has helped us recruit many wonderful volunteers, enabling us to keep our project beneficiaries safe, and our sessions engaging and vibrant.

- Zak Gratton, Project Officer, Somerset Green Pathways for Life

Safeguarding

Everybody has a role to play in ensuring that anyone who comes into contact with your organisation feels safe and respected. If you need support with your safeguarding policies and procedures we can help.

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