Feeling Connected

We believe that everyone can help to tackle loneliness and isolation - and by joining forces, we can support each other to make a difference. The Feeling Connected Family is made up of all kinds of amazing people, groups and organisations from across Chesterfield and NE Derbyshire - all connected by our passion for creating opportunities for connection and belonging in our communities.

Project intro

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What we do

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Funding

Funding to help cover the costs of setting up and running your group, activity, event or project Super simple to apply for! (We can help you complete the short form if you need it) We can also help you access further funding once you've started

Workshops

Workshops to build confidence, skills and connections. Learning, sharing, supporting and connecting is at the core of all our free workshops. The Loneliness: Making a Difference Workshops are open to anyone with a personal or professional interest in tackling loneliness and isolation. The Learning Together Workshops are for new or existing organisers (and anyone with an idea for a community based group, event or project) as well as any supporters who can help them move forward.

FC Social

Our Feeling Connected Socials are informal, in person get-togethers for anyone interested or active in the community. Whether you're new to the Feeling Connected Family and want to make new connections, or have been with us for a while or simply want to find out what's happening across Chesterfield and NE Derbyshire, these events are free and open to anyone.

Volunteering

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Guides & Resources

Help with the tricky bits like rules and regulations - made simple and relevant for informal organisers. We discuss what you might need as part of your mentoring. Or you can ask about them at one of our Learning Together Workshops. Note that our guides are specifically tailored for informal initiatives and may not be appropriate for formalised groups/organisations.

Support

Individual support, advice, guidance and encouragement from one of our experienced Development Workers Tailored support to find what works for you, your initiative and your community! From developing your ideas to reaching out to your neighbours, to all the other stuff that might have you stuck as you get going - we're here to support you every step of the way. Our individual mentoring service is usually for informal organisers but we may be able to support you if you're newly constituted or in the early stages of setting up or running your initiative.

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How It Works

01 Share your vision

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02 Set request & timeline

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03 Book

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04 Use this space

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Our Mission

Derbyshire Voluntary Action has launched a new brand and website. This change reflects not just how we’ve grown, but how we want to be seen: clear, connected, and committed to making a difference. With a stronger platform and a clearer voice, 

we’re ready to help people help their community.