Membership

Why Join?

Derbyshire Dales CVS is a member-led organisation supporting charities, community groups and social enterprises across the Derbyshire Dales. By joining, you help strengthen the local voluntary sector — and you benefit from a supportive network, practical resources and a stronger collective voice.

Membership Options

Full Membership

For voluntary and community organisations working in the Derbyshire Dales whose aims align with ours.

Associate Membership

For organisations outside the Dales (voluntary, statutory or commercial) and for individuals who support our work.

Member Benefits

 Learn, Connect & Grow

  • Access to our full programme of training, networking sessions and funding workshops
  • Invitations to flagship events including the Annual Funding Fair

 Have Your Voice Heard

  • Opportunities to take part in member surveys
  • Input into our Members Forum to help shape our future work

 Tailored Support

  • Grant research and application support
  • Governance advice
  • Access to policy templates and development support

 Sector Representation

  • We represent members within the local VCFSE sector
  • We act on your behalf with local authority and statutory partners

 Practical Savings

  • Low‑cost photocopying and laminating
  • Free loan of display boards
  • Affordable room hire and discounted equipment hire

Members also benefit from our involvement with:

Joining is Easy — and Free!

Send an email to enquiries@ddcvs.org.uk to request a link to our application form.
Membership applications are reviewed at the next Trustee Board meeting (no more than 8 weeks away).  Once the Board have reviewed your application, we’ll be in touch.

Board Meeting Dates 2026/27

  • 22 July 2026
  • 16 September 2026
  • 18 November 2026
  • 20 January 2027
  • 24 March 2027
  • 19 May 2027

 Thanks for considering joining DDCVS – we look forward to hearing from you!