Resources

There is a huge amount of information available to charities and community groups online. Sometimes the difficult bit is knowing what applies to your organisation, what you can trust and what to do next.

At VAAC, our main offer is free, one-to-one advice tailored to your organisation and your circumstances. We can help you think through a problem, understand your options and decide on the right next step.

It is free to join VAAC, and members can access our advice and support, training, information, networking and wider opportunities.

Trusted Websites

NCVO – National Council for Voluntary Organisations

Practical guidance on running a charity or voluntary organisation, including governance, funding, volunteering, managing people, strategy and finance.

Visit NCVO

NAVCA – National Association for Voluntary and Community Action

The national network for local voluntary-sector infrastructure organisations like VAAC. It shares information, resources and good practice about supporting strong local charities, communities and partnerships.

Visit NAVCA

The Charity Commission

The regulator for charities in England and Wales. This is the place to go for official guidance on trustee responsibilities, governance, managing money, safeguarding and meeting your legal duties.

Visit the Charity Commission

Charity Excellence

A wide range of free practical tools for charities and community organisations, including funding searches, templates, checklists, governance resources and organisational health checks.

Visit Charity Excellence

CAST – Centre for the Acceleration of Social Technology

CAST helps charities and social-purpose organisations make better use of digital technology and AI. Its resources include practical guides, tools and learning designed specifically for the social sector.

Visit CAST

Resource Centre

A Brighton-based organisation with excellent plain-English guidance for small charities and community groups. Resources cover topics including starting a group, managing money, fundraising, running meetings and organising activities.

Visit the Resource Centre

Not sure where to start?

You don’t need to work it out on your own. If you are a voluntary or community organisation working in Arun or Chichester, joining VAAC is free.

Talk to us about what you are trying to do, where you are stuck or what support you need, and we can help you find a way forward.

Enquire about free VAAC membership today and find out how we can support you.

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