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

VAAC Strategy 2025 - 2030


As a charity ourselves we face the same challenges as our members, and our new strategic priorities are a reflection of both the issues and opportunities facing the local VCSE sector over the next five years.
Please take the opportunity to read our full strategy below.

> VAAC Strategy 2025 -2030

VAAC AGM Celebration and Networking Lunch


Thu 15 October 2026
The Fishbourne Centre, 46 Blackboy Lane, Fishbourne, Chichester PO18 8BE (10.30am – 2pm)
Save the date – further information to follow.

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Upcoming Events

Tue 14 July 2026

2026 Lucy Stone Fundraising - Writing for Impact: How can you make your applications and letters to trusts and foundations stand out?

Online/Virtual

1.00pm - 2.30pm

Writing for funders is a kay part of a fundraisers work ● Do you want to write better letters to funders? ● Are your applications lacking impact? ● Could your case for support stand out more? This session is about how to make your writing and applications clearer and stand out.

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Wed 15 July 2026

Bosham Networking Event

Bosham Village Hall, Walton Lane, Bosham, West Sussex PO18 8QF

11am - 1pm

We’d like to welcome you to our Bosham Networking Event. It’s a great opportunity to meet the VAAC team, connect with others, share what you do and explore opportunities for collaboration.

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Wed 9 September 2026

2026 Lucy Stone Fundraising - Ask Lucy anything about fundraising?

Online/Virtual

10am - 11.30am

Can come with any questions about fundraising and Lucy will do what she can to help you! We can talk about anything! Come and share your success and frustrations, ask questions and let’s learn together!

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