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Membership

Why Become a Member?

High Peak Community and Voluntary Support (CVS) exist to support, encourage, and promote a strong and sustainable voluntary and community sector across the High Peak.

By becoming a member, your charity, voluntary organisation, or community group gains access to expert advice, practical guidance, training, and networking opportunities designed to help you grow, thrive, and reach your full potential.

Whether you are just starting out or are an established organisation, our membership provides accessible, tailored support — from governance and funding advice to training, promotion, and local network connections.

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Who can become a Full Member or supporter of High Peak CVS?

Full Membership is open to all voluntary and community organisations working within the High Peak including:

Businesses and individuals who share our commitment to empowering local communities can join us as a Corporate Partner or supporter. 

What does a Full Member Receive?

Click each + below to find out the benefits.

  • Guidance on setting up your group, including appropriate structures and legal requirements
  • Support to write constitutions and governing documents
  • Advice on governance, policies, procedures, and compliance
  • Guidance on insurance and setting up a bank account
  • Support to find suitable venues

We help members identify and access funding opportunities through:

  • Regular funding e-newsletters and email funding alerts
  • Bespoke funding searches where appropriate
  • Support and guidance when completing funding applications
  • Support with organisational growth and development
  • Advice on changes to legal structure, including charity registration where appropriate
  • Introductions to other CVS members to share knowledge, experience, and best practice
  • Opportunities to advertise paid job vacancies and volunteer roles
  • Promotion of your organisation through our e-newsletter and social media channels
  • Support with press releases and communications
  • Opportunities to link with Corporate and statutory services
  • Opportunity to attend and vote at our Annual AGM (one vote per group)

"This £10 is the best our charity has spent. So much support and a huge font of information."

If you would like to become a member of High Peak CVS you can register online or contact us for further information.

Basic Membership

£ 0
  • Our new website at your fingertips with all the latest information and information including funding opportunities
  • Invited to our annual AGM (non-voter)
  • Subscription to our e-newsletter and other news updates
  • Use of general funding information on our website
  • Maximum 30-min telephone advice and guidance around group development or funding.

Full Membership

£ 10 Minimum £10
Annual payment
  • Access to ‘members only’ resources on our website to support the effective running of your organisation.
  • Invite and vote at our Annual AGM (1 vote per group).
  • Guidance documents and useful templates
  • Support in identifying appropriate funding and grant opportunities for your group and helping you through the process.
  • Advice on identifying the need for your group and defining your objectives
  • Training, advice and mentoring for general group governance and sustainability.
  • Certificate and digital members badge to use on your material to show our partnership.
  • Advertise paid job vacancies and volunteer opportunities on our website and newsletter.
  • Advice and support setting up a new group
  • Introductions to other members to share knowledge and resources.
  • Promote your organisation and services via our regular e-newsletter and social media accounts.
  • Support with press releases and communications to share your news and achievements.
  • Access to our Corporate Partners to support you with services, training, volunteering and other fundraising

What Our Participants say