We help voluntary and community groups to grow, connect and thrive.
You can see our five areas of support in Solihull at a glance.
Community Development team
Our Community Development team offers advice, guidance, practical help and support to individual and VCFSE organisations.
- Strategic resource enabler and bridge-builder across systems
- ABCD approach to connecting community assets
- Community navigation linking statutory services and VCFSE around early help
- Grassroots and borough-wide engagement including faith and community groups
- Unlocking extra funding to strengthen local initiatives
Infrastructure Support
Development support and advice for groups and organisations with Warwickshire and Solihull Community and Voluntary Action (CAVA).
- Tailored 1:1 business support to drive sustainability and growth
- Borough-wide support that builds lasting capacity
- Sector voices are heard and actively represented
- Collaborative working with visible networking opportunities
Community Infrastructure
Colebridge Trust is a registered charity and recognised as the community development trust for North Solihull.
- Place-based approach prioritising early help and prevention
- Community-led delivery in the North Locality
- In-depth understanding of local assets, strengths, and needs
- Support for high-quality services through collaboration and partnerships
Youth Sector Partnership
Youth Opportunities (YO) Solihull supports the local VCFSE organisations working with children and young people.
- Support for VCFSE services focused on children and young people
- Workforce development through training, qualifications, and peer support
- Collaborative funding access to strengthen the sector
- Champion youth issues and influence policy and practice
Free and low-cost support and training
How to find free or affordable training, support, and resources for the voluntary and community sector.
Free and low-cost support and training
Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) Funding
In partnership with CAVA (Warwickshire and Solihull Community & Voluntary Action), we’re making it easier than ever to find funding that fits your needs.