About us
The National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) is the largest umbrella body for the voluntary and community sector in England. We give voice and support to civil society.
NCVO believes passionately in the voluntary and community sector. This is a sector with the power to transform the lives of people and communities for the better.
Our vision and mission
NCVO's vision is of a society in which people are inspired to make a positive difference to their communities.
- NCVO's vision, mission and values
- NCVO's vision for the future: Civil Society: a framework for action.
Our work
NCVO represents and promotes the interests of the sector
The focus of our work is around the four key themes set out in our Civil Society agenda: wellbeing, social cohesion, climate change and financial security. Find out more about our policy and research work.
NCVO also provides support and advice to the voluntary and community sector, through:
- advice and support webpages
- other web resources
- consultancy service
- publications
- training and events
- social media sites like Twitter and YouTube
- a Helpdesk for NCVO members
- our blogs
Membership
Join a community of over 8,000 like minded voluntary organisations working for and supporting Civil Society.
Find out more about member benefits and how to join.
From the Dogs Trust to Rainbows Children's Hospice, see the variety of our members: list of NCVO members.
How we are run
Learn about our Governance and our Trustee board.
Find out what we do at NCVO regarding the environment.
Find out what we do at NCVO regarding the environment.
NCVO Annual reports
- Annual Report and Accounts 2010/11 (PDF 482 KB)
- Past reports
Our history
Founded in 1919, we are the largest umbrella body for the voluntary and community sector in England with sister councils in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Read about our history.
