In
Thornhill there are hundreds of people who give up their
time every week or month to make a difference in the community.
At Thornhill Plus You we rely on Thornhill residents to
take part in the regeneration of Thornhill as members
of our Board, working groups and project steering groups,
completing regular Thornhill Voice questionnaires, volunteering
with events and projects and taking part in consultation
so that we know we are making the changes that local people
want. All of these people make an invaluable contribution
to our aim of making Thornhill a fun and enjoyable place
where everyone is proud to say they live.
On
this page you can find information on what volunteering
is and why so many people choose to do it, what opportunities
there are for volunteering at Thornhill Plus You, what
opportunities there are for volunteering with community
groups in Thornhill, and where you can find out more information.
Please
get in touch with us if:
- You
would like to have a web page on this site about what
your group does we would love to hear from you and
help you to put one together.
- You
are part of a community group that is not mentioned
on this site – we’d love to hear about
what you do!
- You
have any questions or want more information about
any of the groups mentioned on this site.
Please
contact us using the below contact form
Calling
all volunteers!
Community groups rely on local people devoting their time
and energy to things that they care about. Click
here for more information about volunteering in Thornhill.
Support
for Voluntary and Community Groups in Thornhill
The Community Development Team is here to support voluntary
and community groups in Thornhill. Click
here to see what sorts of things we can help with.
Funding
your projects
Got an idea for a community project? Need some help
with funding? Click
here for information about the Community Chest, the
small grants fund from Thornhill Plus You specifically
for Voluntary and Community Groups in Thornhill.
Training
We are lucky enough to have organizations in Southampton
that specifically work to train and equip volunteers and
community groups.
Southampton Voluntary Services
- Southampton Voluntary Services (SVS) is the umbrella
organisation in Southampton providing voluntary &
community groups working in Southampton with independent
support and an independent voice. This involves
their development, promoting inter-group co-operation,
encouraging good practice and working with volunteers,
representing their views to statutory bodies, and providing
vital support services.
www.southamptonvs.org.uk
023 8022 8291
Training for Work In Communities Southampton
(TWICS) - The TWICS primary aim is the promotion
of, and training in, Community Development Work.
We: deliver good quality training that is enjoyable, inclusive
and experiential - based on the values and practice principles
of Community Development Work; offer
recognised accreditation for learning where appropriate
and develop progression routes to qualification in Community
Development Work; provide information, advice and guidance
on training relevant to groups and individuals in their
communities; support and develop community networks; influence
regional and national policies and debates about involving
and developing communities.
www.twics.org.uk
023 8067 1111
