We’re proud to work alongside some amazing volunteers, charities and community groups. This short film is just a snapshot for their incredible contribution locally, and a small way of saying a huge thank you. Read more
We understand the vaccination programme is essential to beat covid and save lives. CAN are working with our partners in the NHS and Public Health to reach out and help people make a more informed choice about getting their jab. Read more
This is an exciting opportunity to join us and play your part in history by protecting the community and saving lives. Read more
CAN exists to support organisations that are making a difference in the local community, whether they're charities, small groups or voluntary organisations... Read more
We want to see communities that are healthy, diverse, vibrant and flourishing. We work in partnership to make that happen through EMPOWERING the voluntary sector to survive and thrive, by providing expertise, support, development opportunities and training. We ENABLE volunteering through our Volunteering Hub, helping everyone to play an active role in their community, and we INVOLVE communities by helping to create conditions where everyone’s voice is valued and heard by facilitating great local networking and communication.
We are proud members of NAVCA, our national membership body, and hold their quality mark (seen as an exemplar holder), and NCVO who unite to champion the remarkable role of charities and volunteers.
We provide professional and practical advice to help build and grow charities and community organisations. Help on offer: One to one expert advice and guidance; High quality training; Help for organisations work collaboratively and share resources.
We support and champion volunteers to promote the incredible value of volunteering, We also provide a platform for promoting volunteering opportunities and sharing good practice – our volunteering hub.
The voluntary sector makes an amazing difference to the local community, and we believe it deserves a bigger voice. We provide a network for connecting organisations and speak up on behalf of our sector.
A fresh approach to helping people stay safe and well at home by connecting them with local community support. Read more
“Invaluable” young people’s charity is named CAN’s Christmas Community Hero as they get set to take part in the Christchurch Living Advent Calendar. Read more
A scheme which makes it easy for people to donate money to support local people experiencing homelessness, is being expanded in the run up to Christmas. Read more
Marie and Sara of Pandolfo Funding Assist will lead this FREE webinar covering: Understanding individual giving, Donor recruitment, Donor development. Read more
Marie and Sara of Pandolfo Funding Assist will lead this FREE webinar covering: Understanding, Planning, Maintaining relationships and evaluating impact, Major pitfalls and drawbacks. Read more
CAN is working in partnership with local and national organisations to give you the opportunity to hear first-hand how you could generate income for your group. These free, live online sessions will be followed by a Q&A. Read more