Charites United | A Collaboration with Voluntary Norfolk

Charities United is a community-led programme bringing together 40+ local charities, community groups, and changemakers from across Norfolk.

About the Partnership

Charities United was started by brilliant people working within Norfolk’s charity sector and has since grown into a quarterly initiative now led by Norfolk Chambers in collaboration with Voluntary Norfolk.

Through regular events, practical conversations, and a strong sense of community, we bring people together to explore real challenges, find shared solutions, and lift each other up.

“We’re proud to now co-host Charities united with the brilliance of Voluntary Norfolk. Together we want to support, signpost and raise the profile of Norfolk charities.”

Haze Carver, NCoC Charities United Lead

“Voluntary Norfolk and The Norfolk Chambers of Commerce are continuing the legacy of bringing Charities together under the umbrella of Charities United”

Emma Smith, Voluntary Norfolk’s Charities United Lead

Together, we’re stronger. Charities United exists to help our sector feel seen, supported, and connected. By joining forces, Voluntary Norfolk and Norfolk Chambers are creating even more space for charity voices to thrive and be heard.

Upcoming Events

Our next Charities United session is:

View our full list of events here

Our events are open to:

Charity leaders, staff, and volunteers
Community organisers and social enterprises
Anyone working for good across Norfolk

What to Expect

Inspiring charity spotlights
Practical tools and takeaways
Peer-led conversations
Open Q&A and shared experiences
Friendly networking and support

These sessions are open, inclusive, and designed to meet you where you are. Whether you’re leading a small local CIC or part of a national organisation, you’re welcome here.

Get Involved

Would you like to share your story, speak at a future session, or co-host with us? We’d love to hear from you. Email [email protected]

From Voluntary Norfolk:

VCSE Infrastructure Support – we provide advice, training, resources and networking opportunities for hundreds of community groups, charities and social enterprises via our Empowering Communities partnership and have a specialist support service, Momentum, for groups working with children and young people.

Delivery of Commissioned Services – we work in partnership with organisations in the voluntary, public and health sectors to deliver health and wellbeing services, including Carers Matter Norfolk, Young Carers Matter, Norfolk Community Health & Care, East Coast Community Healthcare, Community Support Service, Non-Emergency Patient Transport and Brighter Futures.

Community Building Initiatives – we lead innovative and dynamic community building initiatives like Freshly Greated, which bring people together through the arts, in some of the more deprived parts of Great Yarmouth and Gorleston.

Volunteering for All – we encourage and enable people to use their time, skills and talents to find meaningful and enjoyable volunteering roles across the County via our Get InVOLved Norfolk platform. We also partner with Norfolk Adult Learning to offer the Volunteer Passport.

Providing HR, Coaching, Mediation, Payroll and DBS checks through our social enterprise CBR Business Solutions. Our professional support services provide excellent customer service and generate vital income to support the work of our charity.

From Norfolk Chambers:

Whether you’re looking to raise your profile, build meaningful connections, or access expert resources, Norfolk Chambers membership is the support you need to succeed.

Whether you’re looking to connect with peers, learn something new, or build a new partnership, you’re warmly welcome.

Please note: Our events are prioritised for charities and community groups. Businesses and organisations offering services to the charity sector are welcome to express interest, but may be placed on a waiting list depending on capacity.