Voluntary Action Arun & Chichester

Promoting and supporting
Charities and Community Groups
Across Arun and Chichester

Promoting and supporting
Charities and Community Groups
Across Arun and Chichester

Our vision is to see a thriving, inclusive and strong VCSE sector that unites, supports, inspires, and empowers individuals and communities driving transformative change towards an equitable society.

Latest from VAAC

Trustees' Week 3 - 7 November 2025

The time of year when we celebrate the amazing contribution made by trustees for their charities and recognise the difference they make.
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> Find out about this week's range of events and access free guidance and resources

West Sussex Links Training Digest

The latest edition of the West Sussex Training Links is now available to view

> West Sussex Links Training Digest

Are you part of a charity or community group in Arun or Chichester?

At voluntary Action Arun & Chichester (VAAC), our vision is simple – to see a thriving, inclusive and strong voluntary and community sector (VCSE) that inspires and empowers people to create positive change.
We’re to help local organisations flourish. Membership is free for all charities and community groups delivering services in Arun & Chichester. Together, we can make our communities stronger, fairer, and more connected.

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Upcoming Events

Tue 4 November 2025

Lucy Stone Trustee Training - Fundraising: Where can Trustees Start?

Online

6pm - 7.30pm

Lucy Stone from No Stone Unturned Fundraising will lead this session, during which we will consider: What are the different fundraising options open to you? How do you know which options are right for your organisation? What are the practical first steps you can take to diversify your income? How as a trustee can you support everyone in the organisation to help with fundraising?

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Thu 6 November 2025

Charity Governance, Finance and Resilience: 15 questions trustees should ask

Online, Zoom

6pm - 7.30pm

In this session, VAAC Finance Manager, Ailsa Burkimsher will talk you through and provide some practical tips on implementing the Charity Commission's guidance, ‘Charity governance, finance and resilience: 15 questions trustees should ask’. The course is suitable for Charity Trustees, Charity CEOs and Charity Finance staff.

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Wed 12 November 2025

Chichester City Council Community Forum - Unlocking the Power of AI for the Voluntary Sector

The Council House, North Street, Chichester, PO19 1LQ

10am - 12.30pm

Join us at Chichester City Council Community Forum for a free, AI-focused training session designed for local charities, community groups and voluntary organisations. Hear from Mary Kemp (AI Potential) as she introduces the potential of AI to support your organisation, from streamlining operations to boosting community impact. Includes case studies from other charities and a relaxed, jargon-free Q&A session. After the presentation, stay for informal networking. Chat with our team about how social media and digital platforms can enhance your work. A great opportunity to share ideas and connect with others in the voluntary sector.

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