VODA Membership

North Tyneside VODA (Voluntary Organisations Development Agency) offers membership to voluntary, community, and social enterprise organisations operating in North Tyneside. As a VODA member, you gain access to a supportive network and a wide range of benefits that help your organisation to thrive:

1. A Strong Voice: Shape local decision-making and strengthen the collective voice of the VCSE sector.
2. Networking and Events: Free access to network meetings, forums and events to share knowledge and build partnerships.
3. Guidance and Support: Free advice on governance, funding, volunteering, and organisational development.
4. Funding Updates: Regular funding news and opportunities through our e-bulletin.
5. Job Advertising: Free promotion of job vacancies via the VODA e-bulletin.
6. Meeting and Desk Hire: One free two-hour meeting room hire per year, plus ongoing discounted desk hire.
7. Podcasting: Two free podcast recording sessions (including equipment).
8. Networking and Collaboration Opportunities: Invitations to join local networks and partnerships such as the Mental Health Alliance and the North Tyneside Volunteer Network, access our quarterly VCSE Networking and VCSE Leaders Forum, and to take part in collaborative initiatives that strengthen the VCSE sector.
9. VODA VCSE Awards: VODA members can nominate their organisation, volunteers, young volunteers and trustees for our annual VCSE Awards, celebrating outstanding contribution and impact across North Tyneside’s voluntary and community sector.