Get support from Community First Yorkshire

Our experienced team provides advice, guidance and training for trustees, employees and management committees.

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Securing funding
and planning for the
future is vital.

Get support

We help voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) groups to grow and thrive. Our experienced team provides advice, guidance and training for trustees, employees and management committees. We are here to strengthen organisations across North Yorkshire, ensuring they have the skills and confidence to deliver effective services and make a lasting difference.

For a quick introduction to our work, hear from development officer, Nicky Ruddick, in this short video.

We can help you:

Become ‘funding ready’, find suitable funds to apply for and write a strong application
Understand governance structure, registration and compliance
Engage with your community and deliver effective services
Improve your business planning and financial management
Develop your policies and good safeguarding practices
Strengthen your social media and marketing activities
Recruit and manage new volunteers, including attracting new trustees
Train your team to help strengthen your board, secure funding, be confident in your safeguarding practices and promote your cause. Bespoke training can be arranged on request.

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Support in North Yorkshire

If you’re a voluntary or community organisation or a social enterprise in North Yorkshire there is a wealth of support and advice that we can offer you.

Support in North Yorkshire

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Rural support

We support rural communities across North Yorkshire with practical advice, trusted guidance and a strong voice to help communities prepare, adapt and thrive.

Explore rural support