Community Networking Sessions
Frome Town Council are hosting networking sessions for anyone who works in the VCFSE sector in Frome and the surrounding villages. Each session will be held at the Town Hall and have a different theme to be explored together as well as an opportunity to network and build connections. Ruth Knagg will be on hand until 1pm for anyone that is interested in advice on fundraising and organisation structure/sustainability.
- Thursday 5th September 10am – 12pm: Volunteer recruitment and retention
- Monday 14th October 10am-12pm: Community engagement including all voices
- Thursday 21st November 10am-12pm: Measuring impact and evidence
Sessions are free to attend but please book using the links above.
Support for groups
Monthly drop-in sessions with local fundraiser Ruth Knagg. These sessions are designed for community groups and organisations who are looking for support or advice on any topic. They will be particularly helpful for established groups who are undergoing transition or changing circumstances. Ruth has a wealth of experience in the VCSFE arena and will call upon her expertise both locally and in the wider charity arena to offer support and guidance, or a friendly ear. She may not have all the answers but will certainly be able to point you in the right direction or link you to the most appropriate resources. If you are unable to make any of these drop-in sessions, or you have a very specific concern, you can email Ruth directly at ruthknagg@outlook.com to arrange a one-to-one appointment.
Session times
- Monday 9th September, 7pm to 9pm (Archangel)
- Monday 14th October, 7pm to 9pm (Archangel)
- Monday 11th November, 7pm to 9pm (Archangel)
- Monday 9th December, 7pm to 9pm (Archangel)
Support from organisations
Here are links to organisations that provide training, support and advice to volunteer, community groups and small charities on everything from how to set up, to applying for grants. SPARK Somerset is a local organisation.
https://www.sparksomerset.org.uk/how-can-we-help
https://www.ukcommunityfoundations.org
https://mycommunity.org.uk/crisis-response
https://can100.org/support-and-advice
Resources
The Resource Centre has templates and guidelines for building policies, constitutions and similar necessary documents.
Local Rotary Groups
