Expertise in local communities, fundraising, volunteering and more. Helping charities to improve the lives of people in Runnymede, Spelthorne and Surrey Heath🌟
VSNS has remained at the heart of local communities, bringing people together, supporting those in need, and creating lasting change through volunteering, for 30 years, growing into:
- 8,000 volunteers
- 2,000 partner organisations
- £60 million in social value
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The first stop on our summer tour starts tomorrow as we set up stall at Shepperton Village Fair.
This is our chance to get out into the community to promote volunteering. We're a friendly bunch so do come and say hello!
Our 2026 volunteer awards in Spelthorne and Runnymede are a wrap ! More photos and details to follow across all channels . Congratulations and wow! Volunteers are amazing
Looking at legacy fundraising as part of your fundraising strategy? June's fundraising newsletter explores new research into legacy fundraising.
Don't miss out on the latest fundraising news, training and funds: createsend.com/t/t-80A39C638…
Our next Charity Networking Event is coming up this Friday 12 June at @Enterprise Egham!
Fancy a 5-minute slot to share your work? Email alison@voluntarysupport.org.uk to book a slot.
🔗 Join us: tinyurl.com/34cptjpx
📍 Find us tomorrow at Egham Market from 10am onwards
If you're thinking of volunteering but not sure where to start, then come and chat to us. There are lots of ways you can support your local community!
A huge thank you to @bigyellowss for their kind donation of storage space at their Staines centre.
Donations-in-kind like this make a huge difference to charities like us, and will help while we look at options for our services and team, aligning with changes in West Surrey.
📍 Find us tomorrow at Chertsey Library, 10:30am–12noon!
Curious about volunteering but not sure where to start? Or worried you don't have enough time? Come and chat to Clair - we have opportunities to suit everyone!
Tamzin has been volunteering at Families Thriving Together for six months, helping with fundraising, events and promotion.
Tamzin told us, “I just like helping people, and knowing that people are being helped by me."
Read Tamzin's story: voluntarysupport.org.uk/youn…
It's Volunteers’ Week this week - from 1 June until 7 June - and time to celebrate all things volunteering!
Join us in thanking all the volunteers who make such a difference in our communities in North West Surrey every day. Thank you for all that you do.
How is your charity doing on EDI? It's worth asking honestly. Strong EDI practice builds trust, improves outcomes and makes your organisation more resilient. We've pulled together some practical next steps to help 👇
🔗 voluntarysupport.org.uk/how-…
Our latest newsletter for everyone in the third sector looks back over our 30 years in North West Surrey! Plus there's a round up of the latest news, training and events coming up this summer: createsend.com/t/t-6299538DF…
VSNS has remained at the heart of local communities, bringing people together, supporting those in need, and creating lasting change through volunteering, for 30 years, growing into:
- 8,000 volunteers
- 2,000 partner organisations
- £60 million in social value
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Behind these figures are real people with real stories and moments of kindness that have strengthened our community.
Thank you to everyone who has been and continues to be part of this journey over the last 30 years. Together, let's change the world for the better.
Not sure where to start with your wellbeing? 🤔
Take our quick quiz to find your “social prescription” and see what support could work for you.
It only takes a minute ⏱️
Try it now by clicking here orlo.uk/Dd87W
A huge thank you to Pam Bacon from @BBCCiN for joining our Meet the Funder session this week! Great to see so many local groups finding it helpful.
BBC Children in Need funds vital support for children and young people facing mental health, poverty and family challenges. 💛
📅 Our next Charity Networking Event is on 12 June at Enterprise Egham!
This year we're giving the floor to local VCSE groups. Fancy a 5-minute slot to share your work? Email alison@voluntarysupport.org.uk to book a slot.
🔗 Join us and make connections: tinyurl.com/34cptjpx
Good governance is the essential foundation to running your charity successfully 👍
Brush up on the 7 decision-making principles👇
gov.uk/government/publicatio…
ALT Guidance: Decision-making for charity trustees