Welcome

Hull CVS Group is a multi-specialist organisation and encompasses the individual charitable and community organisations Hull CVS, Meeting New Horizons CIC and Rainbow Nursery Ltd.

Hull CVS as the parent organisation, is a registered charity that supports the development and sustainability of local charities and causes, as well as leading on volunteering development for Hull and delivering a range of projects to support local residents and communities. Our subsidiary arm, Meeting New Horizons also delivers a range of community projects but within the wider Yorkshire and Humber region. The addition of Rainbow Nursery to our Group has seen us extend our support to local residents through the delivery of high quality, community focussed early years provision.

Our core aim is to assist in the betterment of local communities through supporting other VCSE organisations working in the community, and by being involved in the design and delivery of new local support groups and programmes.

Sector Support

Hull CVS supports local Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations and groups by providing them with expert knowledge and advice.

Whether it’s starting a group, developing a constitution and policies, or volunteer recruitment, we provide everything you need to make a difference in local communities.

Training

Our training programme provides local organisations and community groups access to all relevant training in one easy to access location.

Networks

As part of the wider support Hull CVS offer, we assist VCSE groups in identifying possible partnerships and networks that they can be involved with.

Sector Connect Hull

In-partnership with FORUM, we deliver the Hull Sector Connect service, providing free advice, guidance, information and support to local organisations.

Volunteering

Hull CVS are licensed to run the only accredited Volunteer Centre in Hull; providing a one-stop-shop to ensure individuals and organisations get the information, advice and support they need.

In partnership with the HEY Smile Foundation, we also deliver the Time2Volunteer platform and partnership; giving organisations and volunteers everything they need to make a difference in the communities they know and love.

Volunteer Centre

Whether you're an individual, organisation or business looking to make a difference, our accredited Volunteer Centre is there to support you into the world of volunteering.

Join Time2Volunteer

If you're looking to start your next volunteering journey or recruit volunteers, as an all-in-one platform, there's never been a better Time2Volunteer.

300+ Opportunities

With an ever-increasing number of volunteering opportunities, Time2Volunteer is the go to place for volunteers to easily find their next opportunity.

Funding and Grants

At Hull CVS we deliver a number of grants programmes open to local groups, as well as offering advice and signposting to other available funding.

We also can support local business and initiatives who want to offer funding to the community by way of a grants programme.

Funding

Trying to find what funding opportunities are out there? We regularly update our website with opportunities available to make finding funding that little bit easier.

Our Grants

Hull CVS manages various grants, with funding available for new and established organisations to help them build and support local communities.

Grant Support

Our Grants Support Service can advise on how to meet funding requirements and offer critical friend support to improve chances of a successful outcome.

Professional Services

From supporting you with salary payments and meeting HMRC regulations to streamlining your operations, Hull CVS has a range of services to simplify your day-to-day activities and maximise your outputs.

Payroll Preparation

Our Payroll Preparation Service assists local voluntary organisations with all aspects of salary payments and HM Revenue and Customs regulations.

Sector Consultancy

Our in house team can provide a range of tailored support in the areas of finance, grants programmes, evaluation, and general management.

Digital Solutions

Hull CVS provides bespoke and cost-effective web design and hosting packages to support organisations to move closer to their fullest potential.

Facilities

Hull CVS supports local organisations by providing access to our high-quality facilities and through sharing our extensive knowledge of facilities management.

Office Accommodation

Hull CVS is able to provide low cost office accommodation within easy reach of Hull City centre’s amenities and transport interchange.

Room Hire

Whether it's short or long term, our affordable and high-quality facilities are just a stone-throw away from Hull's city centre.

Facilities Management

Effective facilities management contributes to the success of your organisation and maximises its potential for the future to come.

Community Programmes

Developing local communities is at the heart of everything we do. The community programmes that we deliver are focused on initiatives that empower local communities and support people to live more independently.

Healthwatch Hull

As the consumer champion for health and social care, Healthwatch makes sure NHS leaders and other decision makers hear your voice and feedback to improve care.

Health Captains

Health Captains brings together volunteer programmes that support individuals either in accessing health care services or managing their recovery and condition.

Direct Payments

Our Direct Payments team can help you navigate through the process of receiving this social care support and employing a Personal Assistant.

News and Information

Whether its events, news or local consultations, Hull CVS ensures you remain up to date of important local information.

Vacancies

Whether you're looking for a new role or have vacancies to advertise, you can find everything you need in our dedicated vacancies page.

Newsletters

Our regular free newsletter shares important information and updates as well as upcoming opportunities and vacancies.

News and Events

Our News and Events page collates a wealth of information relevant to local voluntary organisations and communities.

Our Wider Family

We are not just Hull CVS! The Hull CVS Group also incorporates our subsidiary arms Meeting New Horizons, Rainbow Nursery and Rainbow Pre-School.

Meeting New Horizons

MNH delivers a range of community projects across the wider Yorkshire and Humber region, including extending our delivery of Healthwatch in to further areas.

Rainbow Nursery

Based on Chanterland’s Avenue in Hull, our homely inspired nursery provides full day care provision for children aged from 6 weeks to 5 years.

Rainbow Pre School

Based on Newland Avenue in Hull, our dedicated Pre School provides children from age 3 to 5 with that next step to their education development.

Our Funders