Running a community building can be daunting and it can be hard to know where to get all the right information from. That’s why RVA has put together its Community Buildings Support, containing the relevant information to get your committee on track. You can chose all or any of the products we offer, which are free of charge for Reading voluntary and community groups. (There is a nominal charge for trustee training to cover materials).
The following services covered by Earley Charity funding…
Trustee Training
RVA runs regular Trustee Training, which covers trustee duties and liability, trustee roles, your organisation’s structure, constitution, reporting requirements and organisational policies. The training highlights key focus areas and gives you the confidence to manage your organisation effectively.
Business planning support
One on one support to help identify your group’s aims and priorities to enable you to prepare a business plan with clear objectives and measures to highlight your focus for the coming year.
Policy development
Support and templates to help you develop a range of policies, including how to manage the way you work with staff, oversee safeguarding and protect the data you collect.
Community Buildings Forum
The opportunity to work with, and learn from, managers of other local community buildings. Benefits could include sharing of knowledge, peer support, sharing buildings and receiving guidance on practical and legal considerations, as well as hearing from RBC property team and commercial agents on available assets. See our events page for upcoming dates.
Click here to access slides and resources shared at the Community Buildings Forum on 30 April 2024
RVA Safe and Sound
RVA’s governance mark can help identify any gaps in your groups policies and procedures and support is provided to fill those gaps. The mark consists of a self-assessment and an optional consultation to help identify where improvements can be made and how to achieve the full mark.
Incorporation
Assistance to incorporate as a company or Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO). This protects trustees from certain areas of financial liability and helps give you the confidence to govern your organisation.
If you are interested in any of our Community Buildings services all you need to do is get in touch, just email advice@rva.org.uk.