Membership of VCAT is open to:

• Voluntary and Community Organisations
• Individuals
• Statutory Sector Service Departments
• Private Sector Organisations

that work for the benefit of the community in Trafford and the surrounding area.

Organisations are not eligible for membership if they are party political in their aims and objectives, or, are by constitution or practice, opposed to the values of VCAT and its equal opportunities policies.
 
Membership is FREE and is graded according to the level of service we provide:

• Full member 
• Associate Member
• Database Member

To join please downlad the VCAT Membership Pack by clicking here and return it either by email or to the address below.

VCAT
Park House
73 Northenden Road
Sale
M33 2DG
Tel: 0161 973 5741
Fax: 0161 905 2414

If you cannot download the electronic version call us to request a paper copy.


MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

Advice and Information on a range of topics - constitutional, management, finance, marketing, fund-raising, signposting, starting new groups, local issues
VCAT News We publish a newsletter six times a year - full of information and news on funding and resources, legislation, practical help and local issues
VCAT e-bulletin Members can subscribe to our regular e-bulletins to receive information updates between newsletters
Statutory Consultation VCAT represents the collective interests of Trafford’s Voluntary and Community Sector in a variety of Public Sector partnerships
Funding Searches VCAT supports groups searching the Greater Manchester Funding Portal www.gmfunding.net
Training VCAT is one of the largest providers of voluntary sector training in Greater Manchester
Networking VCAT offers a range of events and meetings for groups working in related fields across Trafford. These meetings feature presentations from partner organisations and contribute to the development of services and activities within Trafford
Meeting Rooms Members can book rooms at Park House at a reduced rate. Screens, projectors, flipcharts and an IT Suite can also be hired
Influence Members have the right to influence the policy and running of VCAT
Publicity Members can advertise job vacancies, training opportunities and other events on our website, in our newsletters and bulletins or through our networks and forums

To find out more about any of this call 0161 973 5741