Developing, supporting and promoting local
voluntary action.
LDAs typically offer a range of help, information, advice and practical support,
including:
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help
for groups getting started (e.g. writing constitutions, registering as a
charity, roles of committee members)
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low
cost services (e.g. meeting rooms, photocopying, duplicating, faxing,
laminating)
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access
to the Internet and other computing equipment (e.g. picture scanner, desk top
publishing)
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library
of helpful information
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support
with budgeting and book keeping
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help
in recruiting and keeping volunteers
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payroll
service and Give As You Earn
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range
of low cost training courses
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advice
on identifying and applying for funds
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regular
newsletters and mailings
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putting
your group in touch with other networks and forums
LDAs differ in the range of services on offer, depending on the resources
available e.g. some have staff who can go out to visit groups, some support
groups but not individuals, some have full time funding advisers.
LDAs in urban areas are usually Councils
for Voluntary Service (CVSs), while those in rural areas are Rural Community
Councils (RCCs).
Click here
for contact details of LDAs in the North East of England.
