About CAVS

CAVS is a CVS (Council for Voluntary Services)
CVS operate throughout the UK and although varied in the work they do there are 5 core functions as set out by the National Association of CVS’s they are as follows:
What Services do CAVS provide?
Based on the core functions CAVS provide support and backup to local voluntary groups though:
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 contact us on 01268 638416 or office@cavscastlepoint.org.uk.
What is the cost of Services to CAVS Member groups?
PHOTOCOPYING 3p - A4 single sided / 5p – A4 double sided / 5p – A3 single sided / 8p - A3 double sided
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?
Yes, CAVS can help the community with…
CAVS is governed by its charitable objectives as laid out within their Governing Document.
The CAVS Team
| Chair: |
| Barry McCarthy |
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Vice Chair: |
| Paul Norton-Ashley |
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Treasurer: |
| Ian Dudley |
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Chief Executive: |
| Helen Robinson |
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Head of Development: |
| Michaela White |
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Head of Volunteering: |
| Robert Gray |
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Administrator: |
| Marie Turner |
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Training Co-ordinator: |
| Tessa Wales |
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Trustees: |
| Daisy Humphreys |
| Diane Welsh |
| Ciaran Egan |
| John Downer |
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Co-opted Member: |
| Andrew Hurrell |
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Advisors to Trustees: |
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Cllr Beverley Egan -
(Castle Point Borough Council) |
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Cllr Pam Challis (Castle Point Borough Council) |
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Cllr Tony Belford (Castle Point Borough Council) |
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Volunteers: |
| Tyrells Volunteers |
| Joan Batcher |
| Pauline Grove |
| Biddy Hide |
| Norma Mizon |
| Margaret O'Regan |
| Rita Strand |
| June Newberry |
| Fiona Parker |
| Judy Harris |
| Doreen Barlow |
| Stella Stocks |
| Janet Solecki |
| Jo Edgell |
| Sheila Horrocks |
| CAVS Office Volunteers |
| Colin Andrews |
| Liz Coleman |
| Karen Lawrie |
| Community IT Project |
| Ken Payne |
| Val Lee |
| Dave Crosby |
| Gary Smith |
| Sarah Dalton |
| Carol Smith |
| Collette Johnson |
| Uniting the Ages |
| Geoff Howlett |
| Margaret Brix |
| Bob Gabe |
| Margaret Gabe |