Guide All about councils and local authorities A brief overview of how councils work in the UK. What does a Local Authority do, and how are they different around the devolved nations…
Guide Bank accounts for groups Information about types of bank accounts for community groups. You need one to get money or grants. This tells you what you need to open…
Guide Creating a space for nature near you If you want to know how to get started in taking over a patch of green space, read this and watch the video from the young people of…
Guide Health and safety for community groups Liability means that you are responsible for something or someone. If someone on your project, or visiting your project, gets hurt, are…
Guide How to contact your MP, MS, MLA or MSP This guide explains how to find your MP and how to get in touch with them.
Guide How to write a press release Basic tips on how to write a press release. What should it look like? How long should it be?
Guide How to run a fundraising event Here are some hints if you are thinking of running a fundraising event. There are some ideas to help you get started.
Guide How to apply for funding What do you need to do when you are thinking of applying for funding. Hints and tips for making an application!
Guide Insurance for local groups What is insurance, why do you need it and how do you get it? This is not formal insurance advice.
Guide Making sure everyone can access your group or project How to make your projects accessible to everyone. Find out what the barriers are and support equal access to your projects.
Guide Reaching people in your community How to get the word out about your group or your project, and connect with people in your community.
Guide Running a group session: how to get started Advice about how to run a group session and facilitate a meeting. What does facilitation mean, and how can you make sure your meetings…
