About CAVS

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CAVS is a CVS (Council for Voluntary Services)

CVS operate throughout the UK and although services vary between organisations they follow five core functions as set out by the National Association of Voluntary and Community Action (NAVCA). The core functions to the local voluntary and community sector are as follows:

  • Services and support
  • Co-ordination
  • Representation
  • Development Work
  • Strategic Partnerships


    • What Services do CAVS provide?

    Based on the core functions CAVS provide support and backup to local voluntary groups though:

  • Funding Service
  • Photocopying
  • Laminating
  • Typing/Posters/Leaflets
  • Information & Database
  • Equipment/Book loan
  • Training
  • Distributing information
  • Exhibitions
  • Development of new projects
  • Networking
  • Volunteer Recruitment


    • Can CAVS help with recruiting Volunteers?

    In addition to the CVS core functions, CAVS assists with the recruitment of volunteers for local groups. If you would like more information on how CAVS can help you please contact our office on 01268 638416.

    CAVS have put together a useful guide to Recruiting and Supporting Volunteers. If you would like a copy please telephone or email us.

    Can all Voluntary or Community groups use CAVS Services?

    Yes, providing they cover the Castle Point area. Certain services are cheaper for CAVS member groups. Membership costs £8.50 per year. If you are thinking of starting a new group in the Castle Point area CAVS membership is free for your first year of operation.

    If you would like to receive a copy of our guide Running an Effective Voluntary Group please telephone or email us.

    What is the cost of Services to CAVS Member groups?

    PHOTOCOPYING (Mono)3p - A4 single sided / 5p – A4 double sided / 5p – A3 single sided / 8p - A3 double sided

    Colour copying is also available - contact us for more details

    LAMINATING 40p - A4 / 30p – A5/ 25p - ID Size

    TYPING 50p per A4 page

    LEAFLET DESIGN/POSTERS Price negotiable dependent on size & colour.

    TRAINING Prices vary

    EQUIPMENT/BOOK LOAN Free

    NEWSLETTERS Free including advertisements placed.

    These facilities are available to non-members at an increased rate.

    Can CAVS help the Public?

    We are able to provide details of local community organisations (e.g. older people's clubs, sports clubs etc, youth groups etc)

    Our Community Breakfasts are open to everyone who is interested to learn more about their local community.

    Anyone looking to volunteer can find assistance at our Volunteer Centre.

    Families can benefit from services provided by the Children's Centres.

    Contact our office for more details.

    CAVS is governed by its charitable objectives as laid out within their Governing Document.

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