Voluntary and community sector

Third Sector Strategy and Action Plan (June 2007)
This plan outlines how we can involve the third sector, including voluntary and community organisations, in our policy and delivery agenda.

This area of the website looks at the vital role that the voluntary and community sector has to play in the Every Child Matters: Change for Children programme. It also provides information and resources for the voluntary and community sector.

Background
An overview of the role of the voluntary and community sector.
National compact
Details about the agreement to improve partnership working between government and the voluntary and community sector.
Children, Young People and Families Grant programme
Information and details of the administration of this grant, which funds voluntary organisations to help improve the lives of children and young people.

Further documents

Working with Voluntary and Community Organisations to Deliver Change for Children and Young People

Engaging the Voluntary and Community Sectors in Children's Trusts