• Volunteer coordinators network

    We provide practical guidance and support to volunteer coordinators and managers across North Yorkshire.

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Keep up to date

Stay informed with all things volunteering – get our regular network newsletter straight to your inbox.

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Further support

We can provide one-to-one support on governance, funding, policies, volunteer management and operational good practice.

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Discover learning and events that make a difference

Our packed calendar of learning and events can help you grow your skills and boost your organisation’s impact. Explore what’s on and find the sessions that work for you. 

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Contact us

Email us on info@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk or call 01904 704177 to find out more.

Latest volunteering blogs

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VLOG: Meet Stef – championing volunteers across North Yorkshire

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Finding the buzz in volunteering – meet Sarah McCourt

October 30, 2025/by Rachael Gillbanks

Building inclusive and empowering volunteer communities

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Connecting you with other volunteer organisers

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We provide practical guidance and support to volunteer coordinators and managers across North Yorkshire. 

Access support on: 

  • volunteer recruitment and retention 
  • policies and procedures 
  • operational good practice. 

We also run a regular, well-established support network offering the chance to connect with other volunteer coordinators across North Yorkshire. 

Upcoming network meetings

Share your experience of volunteer coordination, learn about new resources and explore topics that matter to you. Members set the agenda. Open to anyone supporting volunteers in North Yorkshire. 

Join us for our next meeting at Northallerton on 4 June, book here.

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New to the network?

Find out why volunteer coordinators and people supporting volunteers from across North Yorkshire have joined. 

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Finance forum

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Community business network

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Community buildings network

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