Helping people and causes make a lasting difference
Hull CVS is the central resource and partner to the charitable sector in Hull.
Hull CVS are here for you every step of the way. From that initial idea for good that you want to take forward, to attracting funding and volunteers for your cause.
We can help you incorporate your cause into a charity or other appropriate legal structure; ensure you have all the governance and policies in place to enable you to attract larger pots of funding; and help you employ staff and provide you with payroll support. We can even provide you with low cost office accommodation at our two city centre buildings; provide your staff and volunteers with core training and skills development; and help you promote your service and evidence your impact.
We are the only organisation in Hull and the surrounding area that provides this comprehensive package of support that grows with you as your cause grows.
Hull CVS supports local Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations and groups by providing them with expert knowledge and advice.
Whether it’s starting a group, developing a constitution and policies, or volunteer recruitment, we provide everything you need to make a difference in local communities.
In partnership with FORUM, we deliver the Hull Sector Connect service, providing free advice, information and support to local organisations.
Hull City Council provides free access to a free funding search tool for VCSE organisations.
Hull CVS manage various grants to support local organisations in receiving the funding needed to make an even greater difference within local communities.
Our training programme provides local community groups and organisations access to all relevant training in one easy to access location.
Hull CVS offers a budget-friendly, high quality payroll service to help alleviate the stress of arranging payroll for your paid staff.
The Hull CVS team is made up of individuals who bring over four decades worth of experience of working in the private, public and VCSE sectors, in the areas of finance, management, commissioning, marketing and business development.
Whether it’s for a small meeting or large conference, our exceptional facilities at Centre 88 on Saner Street and The Strand on Beverley Road are well equipped to meet your needs.
Hull CVS is able to provide low cost office accommodation at two central locations, both of which are within easy reach of Hull City centre’s amenities and transport interchange.
Running an organisation isn’t just about getting the right place or the right location, it’s about having the systems in place to support the efficiency, functionality and safety of your premises.
Hull CVS are licensed to run the only accredited Volunteer Centre in Hull; providing a one-stop-shop to ensure individuals and organisations get the support they need.
In partnership with the HEY Smile Foundation, we also deliver the Time2Volunteer platform and partnership; giving organisations and volunteers everything they need to make a difference in the communities they know and love.
Developing local communities is at the heart of everything we do. The community programmes that we deliver are focused on initiatives that empower local communities and support people to live more independently.
As the consumer champion for health and social care, Healthwatch makes sure NHS leaders and other decision makers hear your voice and feedback.
Our Direct Payments team can help you navigate through the process of receiving this social care support and employing a personal assistant.
Hull CVS manage various grants to support local organisations in receiving the funding needed to make an even greater difference within local communities.
Food partnerships are multi-stakeholder collaborations that aim to transform local food systems by addressing health, environmental, and social issues
Health Captains brings together volunteer programmes supporting individuals in accessing health care services or managing their recovery.
Each day, our staff work hard to deliver for our service users, whether it be through our Volunteer Centre, various professional services or the community programmes that we deliver.
The below testimonials are to demonstrate our commitment to quality and to share how our teams embody the values held at Hull CVS.
