COMMUNITY MATTERS

Community Matters represents the largest network of community organisations in the UK serving over 1,200 members. At a time where communities are being presented with tough challenges, we aim to create environments in which they can thrive. To find out more about their membership please click here

 We offer a number of programmes and services designed to support them and the people they serve:

Advice and Legal Services 

Designed in a comprehensive and easy to use manner we offer expert guidance on all aspects of running a community organisation. Call 0845 847 4253 from 09.30 to 13.00 on Mondays and Thursdays to speak to an adviser or contact them online.

Community Assets
Need to hire space for a meeting or conference? Want to promote your premises to hundreds of people? Visit MyCommunitySpace – the only premises resource designed specifically for the community and voluntary sector. You can also find free advice and support on running and maintaining a community building.

Training and Consultancy

Use our bespoke training and consultancy programmes which encompass building and personalising a range of online advice and resources as well as one-to-one support on a variety of topics.

Children and Young People

If you would like to improve or increase the amount of engagement you have with children and young people take a look at our Youth Engagement Toolkit.  The youth policy work we carry out is testament to the fact we believe children and young people are an integral part of our vision for active and sustainable communities.

Quality Standards

Use our unique in-house approach VISIBLE Communities™ used to promote quality and best practice in the community sector which includes two tools - the VISIBLE Accredited Standards and the preVISIBLE Review. Find out more about these here…

Business Planning and Funding 
We can help you with funding and sustainability, by appraising funding bids and business plans. Get in touch if you would like an initial consultation.