IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Tuesday 22nd July 2014
Please note the computers systems at Voluntary Action Coventry are currently not working, this includes our emails. The problem started yesterday.  

If you have emailed us in the last couple of days we will not have received it. If your enquiry is urgent please telephone 024 7622 0381 instead. 

Apologies for any inconvenience caused.  

The launch of Coventry 4 Good took place at 4 Bull Yard, Coventry City Centre 14th July 2014 and saw the Lord Mayor, Councillor Hazel Noonan officially declare Coventry to be a 4 Good city - the only one in the Midlands.

Coventry 4 Good has been developed as a recognisable brand to promote the work of local voluntary and community groups and to encourage local people and businesses to help them.  

Please click here  to read more. 

VAC Member Poll Results

17th June 2014 

The results are in from our latest VAC Member Poll, please see below. 

Are volunteers vital to the effective functioning of your organisation?
Yes 90%
No 10% 

About us

Voluntary Action Coventry is a local infrastructure organisation that supports the voluntary and community sector in the city. Founded in 1957, it is a registered charity and company limited by guarantee. Membership of Voluntary Action Coventry is open to all voluntary and community groups within the City.

We offer a range of services & activities that support the vibrant & diverse Third sector in Coventry. We seek new projects and participate in initiatives that compliment & enhance the achievement of our core aims & that meet the needs of our members.

Membership of Voluntary Action Coventry is free.

Mission Statement

Voluntary Action Coventry is an advocate for voluntary and community groups, helping to develop effective and diverse communities in the City. Through the provision of support, training and information, we promote good practice and encourage social inclusion. We promote, facilitate and develop volunteering in Coventry and recognise the contribution of individuals and volunteers to communities.

Core values

• To tackle inequality, discrimination and social exclusion.
• To support diversity and promote cohesion within the City's communities.
• To be a vibrant, dynamic, learning organisation that values the contribution of all its staff and members.
• To promote the real value and positive impact of volunteering.
• To be an independent, credible, high profile listening organisation that provides leadership and advocacy for the Voluntary and Community sector in the city.

For more information on Voluntary Action Coventry download the Core Services Leaflet, Venue Hire and Services brochure, 2013-16 Business Plan and 2012/13 Annual Review below.