Local Help

To help community groups in the Borough, you will find links to local support below. 

Action Hampshire

Action Hampshire  provides information and support on a range of areas from funding to governance.

We recognise the importance of access to good quality advice around governance for community organisations. To ensure that charitable groups within the Borough can tap into the most effective advice, information and training, we have allocated funding to provide those community organisations in need of support:

1. One year's membership to Action Hampshire. This membership gives the applicant access to:

• A membership platform to assist networking and enable members to seek the experience of other members.
• Bi-monthly themed members' events, in addition to ad hoc sessions where need has been identified.
• Promotion and support of members across social media channels.
• Members' newsletter and information sheets, including details of funding opportunities.

2. Specialist tailored support and advice to resolve particularly complex concerns.

The application form and further information on eligibility can be found with the links below:

• Eligibility 
• Action Hampshire Application Form
• Membership Fees

Community First

Community First offers specialist information and support to local community groups, social enterprises and charities through membership  to their organisation. They offer a Virtual Office  where member organisations can find a number of resources and toolkits enabling groups to self-help.  

Hampshire CVS Network

Hampshire CVS Network  supports the Voluntary, Community & Social Enterprise sector with

• Training
• Partnerships and collaborations
• Practical support
• Volunteering

Community Buildings Network Meetings

These meetings are for Managers and Trustees of community centres and village halls within the Borough of Fareham. They provide an opportunity to get the latest important information for community buildings, ask questions and seek advice from professionals, and also network with people who share the aspiration to make their centre the best it can be for the community.

The last Community Building Network Meeting was held on Wednesday 11th October and the next will take place at the Genesis Centre, Locks Heath on Tuesday 23rd April at 10:30am.