Volunteer Centres (VCs)

Councils for Voluntary Services (CVSs) and Volunteer Centres (VCs) are the two main types of infrastructure support organisations that exist to support frontline voluntary, community and social enterprise sectors in London.

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The map contains the locations of all the CVS’s and Volunteer Centres across the city, as well as some other infrastructure organisations.

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What is a Volunteer Centre?

Volunteer Centres (VCs) are the ‘go to’ places for volunteering locally. In London, they are borough-based and usually work with local people and organisations. In most, but not all boroughs, the Volunteer Centre is a part of the local CVS but retains a separate focus for volunteering.

VC Impact Report

Take a look at the London CVS Network’s first ever impact report, which highlights the vital role of local infrastructure in connecting, supporting, promoting and representing London’s voluntary and community sector.

Read the latest impact report from the London VC Network.

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London Plus facilitates the pan-London CVS Directors’ Network, chaired by Tony Wong (Hackney CVS). The network meets quarterly. This provides a forum for collaboration, peer support and the sharing of insights.

What does a Volunteer Centre do?

Connects

Links local voluntary, community, and faith organisations with public and private sector organisations.
Brings together local charities and community groups through networks and forums, subsequently encouraging collaboration.

Supports

Links local voluntary, community, and faith organisations with public and private sector organisations.
Brings together local charities and community groups through networks and forums, subsequently encouraging collaboration.

Promotes

Links local voluntary, community, and faith organisations with public and private sector organisations.
Brings together local charities and community groups through networks and forums, subsequently encouraging collaboration.

Represents

Links local voluntary, community, and faith organisations with public and private sector organisations.
Brings together local charities and community groups through networks and forums, subsequently encouraging collaboration.

Map of Infrastructure Organisations