General Support

Here at Bolton CVS, we strive to ensure voluntary, community and social enterprise groups in Bolton can access the best possible funding advice & developmental support services to assist in strengthening their operational effectiveness and ensure they can do what they do best; as well as they possibly can.

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Finding groups and community activities is a wonderful way to engage with like-minded individuals and contribute to the social fabric of your area…

Find out more here.

You can undertake an Initial Health Check to improve the safety, effectiveness and sustainability of your group or organisation.

Find out more here.

Our Funding Team can support you with applying for funding with Bolton CVS or looking for wider funding that’s right for your group.

Find out more here.

Taking on a volunteer can be a complicated process, but we’re here to help. With our support, we can ensure you’re ready to receive volunteers no matter what stage you’re at.

Find out more here.

Social Value is all about the impact your group is having on the community and how you showcase that, and we’re here to make sure you’re showcasing your work in the most effective way possible.

Find out more here.

Having a sound legal structure and the correct procedures in place for your organisation is vital, and we can support you in ensuring best practice throughout your organisation.

Find out more about Governance.

Find out more about Safeguarding here.

Whether you’re holding an event or need advice on creating your own social media platforms, we can advertise your services and support you on your digital journey.

Achieve the Bolton Mark (Community) – an opportunity to demonstrate that your organisation has achieved a set of universally recognised best practice standards.

Find out more here.

Bolton CVS is now working in partnership with funding website easyfundraising to enable our groups to access a new unrestricted funding source.

Offering an easy, continuous, and accessible fundraising option, easyfundraising enables organisations to raise money to support themselves and the wider community through online shopping.

Find out more and begin your easyfundraising journey here.

In June of 2023, we hosted a meet the funder with Becky from easyfundraising – you can view a recording of this session here, and you can access the slides provided during the session here.

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Warm wishes to you from the Bolton CVS team

We know the festive period and New Year can be difficult. Here is some information of support available over this period should you, or someone you know, need it. More information can be found in the ‘Find a Group’ function on our website and across our social media platforms.

If you’re feeling depressed or lonely this Christmas, don’t suffer in silence.
There are plenty of helplines available for support: