Other Support for Voluntary Sector
Within Perth and Kinross a variety of support is provided by Perth and Kinross Associations of Voluntary Services (PKAVS), which is a local infrastructure and charity.
PKAVS have a number of projects however the projects which provide support directly to local groups and organisations are:
Council of Voluntary Service Perth & Kinross (CVSP&K)
CVSP&K provides information, advice and support to voluntary groups on a range of issues including governance and management, organisational development, funding opportunities and charitable status. The small staff team:
- Provide 'business' support to the voluntary and community sector
- Represent the sector at national and local government levels
- Provide training and consultancy for voluntary and community groups on a range of issues
- Help access funding for new and existing groups
- Promote and support the sector.
To find out more or discuss your organisation's needs, contact:
Council of Voluntary Service Perth & Kinross
The Gateway
North Methven Street
Perth & Kinross Council
Tel: 01738 452212
Website: www.pkavs.org.uk
Volunteer Centre Perth & Kinross (VCP&K)
In the current economic climate, more and more people of all ages, abilities and cultural backgrounds are getting involved in volunteering within their communities. The Volunteer Centre is in contact with hundreds of organisations and will help to find the right volunteer for the right volunteering opportunity. To discuss local opportunities, or just to find out a little more about volunteering, telephone 01738 452226/7. Email: volunteercentre@pkavs.org.uk
Volunteering not only helps to offer their time and energy to improve the quality of life for others but the volunteer also experiences many benefits including the:
- Building and development of new skills
- Opportunity to meet new people
- Opportunity to share their skills to benefit others
- Help gain valuable voluntary work experience
