Stronger together
As the lead ‘infrastructure’ body for the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector in Somerset, we support collaboration, strengthen its voice and influence, and advocate on its behalf.
The collaborative and partnership opportunities provided by Spark Somerset are invaluable, particularly amidst rising demand for voluntary sector services and more challenging commissioning prospects.
Partnerships and networks
Our team are embedded in their local communities, where they offer support and facilitate forums that bring organisations together to discuss the big issues.
This insight enables us to facilitate strategic collaboration among various organisations to set direction and make decisions.
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Engagement and collaboration
We support communication and collaboration within and between sectors.
Key to this is the Somerset VCFSE Assembly, a space where challenges can be shared, solutions found, and public sector colleagues can engage.
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Voice and influence
We speak as the trusted voice of the sector, helping to ensure it is heard and gets the resources it needs.
As an ‘honest broker’ for the sector, we are proud to advocate on its behalf.
Support for groups
We offer a range of advice and guidance to groups, empowering them with the skills, knowledge and confidence to deliver effective and sustainable services.
Research and reports
By collecting and analysing data from VCFSE organisations, partners and commissioners, we can gain a better understanding of the sector's impact and needs, and inform the development of targeted services and support.
Somerset is a very special place with loads of amazing people doing fantastic work for their communities. We’re very grateful for the time and honesty of experiences that participants shared throughout the research.
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