Welcome to Hunts Forum
Hunts Forum of Voluntary Organisations is an independent, non-profit making registered charity based in Huntingdon, Cambs.
The charity was established in 1994 formed by a coalition of local voluntary organisations and run by an elected committee of voluntary sector representatives.
We act as an umbrella body to support our members, and other voluntary and community organisations through the supply of information, advice and training:
- Information & Advice: We provide fundraising advice and guidance, ensuring quality bids are submitted to a variety of sources. Assist in organisational health checks and trustee health checks, aiding organisations to develop (from setting up a group and the legal requirements), identify strengths, weakness and supports in a changing environment.
- Training: We deliver quality training which supports organisations, enabling them to develop their capacity and efficiency. From small organisations who wish to become a registered charity to a larger registered charities who want to review their processes. Topics covered include: Employment Law, Data Protection, Social Media, Effective Supervision, Roles & Responsibilities of Trustees, Equality & Diversity, Big Lottery Programmes.
Hunts Forum represents the diverse views of local groups and organisations to agencies, statutory bodies and the general public. We promote two-way communications and advocate effective partnerships: attending a wide range of events on their behalf.
Hunts Forum is also a member of the Local Stategic Partnership supporting the voluntary sector through relevant involvement in the decision making process. We work in close partnership with:
- Huntingdonshire District Council
- NHS Cambridgeshire
- Cambridgeshire County Council
- Cambridgeshire Voluntary Sector (and other CVS’s)
Hunts Forum is currently working on a specific project in response to the Localism Bill and the NHS reforms, particularly around GP commissioning. This project will enable the VCS in Huntingdonshire to have up-to-date information and to be represented at forums, ensuring that they are not excluded from any of the changes.