Benefits of Membership
By becoming a member of DVSC your organisation will:
- Have the right to be fully involved in planning the work of the Council
- Have free advice on issues which are of concern to the voluntary sector
- Have the opportunity to meet with other organisations with similar interests
- Receive invitations to courses/conferences, appropriate to your organisation, which are organised by DVSC and other organisations at a reduced fee
- Receive a free copy of each publication of the bi-monthly "Volunteer in Denbighshire" giving up to date information of interest to voluntary organisations in Denbighshire
- Receive an invitation to DVSC's AGM and be entitled to vote
Services provided by the Council include:
Information:
- On voluntary activity in the area
- On local statutory agencies
- On local facilities, venues, sources of equipment
- In a bi-monthly newsletter providing information relevant to the voluntary sector
Funding advice and information:
- Details of available sources/computerised Funderfinder service/how to complete an application
- Training courses/information seminars
Organising/Signposting low cost training courses:
- Topics include: accounting/book keeping (SORPS), working with volunteers, management and legal issues, committee skills, volunteering, equality issues, administration skills etc.
Management and legal advice:
- Charity law/roles and responsibilities of trustees/constitutions
- Financial management and accounting procedures and requirements
- Staff recruitment and terms and conditions of employment
- Employment law
- Managing volunteers
- Equal opportunities
- Insurance matters
- Welsh language schemes
Representation and joint working:
- Identifying issues of concern to member organisations
- Representing these concerns to decision makers and working together to achieve effective outcomes
- Ensuring effective voluntary sector involvement in joint planning
Voluntary Sector Initiatives:
- Setting up projects to meet gaps in services
Volunteering:
- Volunteer bureau service/recruiting and placing volunteers
Practical Services:
- Typing/Photocopying/Printing
- Payroll
- Translation
DVSC Membership Form - 2011-2012