Make a lasting difference in Hampshire

We strengthen and sustain the VCSE sector and local communities, enabling collaboration and action that creates healthy, fair and inclusive places to live. As Hampshire’s county-wide Local Infrastructure Organisation (LIO) we provide support for charities in Basingstoke, community groups in the New Forest, social enterprises in Southampton, village halls in Fareham, and everyone in between.

Our member network is central to Action Hampshire’s history, governance and future. Members bring vital insight into the experiences, challenges and ambitions of VCSE organisations, helping to shape how we support the sector across Hampshire. To remove barriers, widen engagement, and ensure our offer continues to reflect the changing needs of the VCSE sector, Action Hampshire will subsidise membership until 2027/2028 – so it’s completely free to join!

Contact The Membership & Sector Support Team

  • Kevin Sawers

    Community Projects Specialist

  • Emilia Pettersen-Janes

    Community Projects Assistant

  • Alex Robertson

    Communications Lead

  • Matthew Winnington

    Community Projects Officer

  • Alison Bridge

    Community Projects Officer

Membership benefits

Members have exclusive access to a range of benefits, fitting into four key areas: networking, amplification, information, and community.

Networking

  • Peer learning and networking opportunities, online and in person to help you connect and learn from others
  • Online Breakfast Club sessions with Nicky our CEO
  • Early bird invitation to our AGM & Changemaker Awards
  • Members-only message board to share ideas and challenges and connect with peers – coming soon

Amplification

  • We promote members’ work across our communications channels
  • Nominate your organisation as Member of the Month for a spotlight in our newsletter and social media
  • Upload your up-and-coming events to our online calendar
  • Discount to advertise job vacancies on our Jobs Board

Information

  • Member only training sessions – including introductory sessions to: bid writing, social media, coaching, impact measurement, governance, finance and more!
  • Access to member only content and resources on the member area of our website – coming soon

Community

By joining our member network, you’ll help to strengthen the voice, resilience and impact of Hampshire’s VCSE sector.

How to become a member

Membership of Action Hampshire is open to any VCSE organisation operating in and around Hampshire (including Southampton, Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight). To join, complete our easy online application and agree to our membership terms and conditions.

“The VCSE landscape has changed a lot in recent years. In line with our commitment to being accessible, inclusive and sector-led, we’re refreshing our membership model to remove barriers, widen engagement and strengthen what we offer.”

Nicky Judd, CEO

Meet our Members of the Month

“Having Action Hampshire as a point of reference, support and guidance is invaluable for small to medium sized charities like ourselves. Without them, we would be far less connected and less able to serve our beneficiaries in a meaningful and coordinated way.”

Juno Hollyhock

The Rose Road Association

Upcoming Events

View and register for all upcoming Membership & Sector Support workshops, training sessions, and in-person events.

Membership & Sector Support News

Communities Against Cancer: From humble beginnings to the House of Commons

It’s been over 7 years since our Communities Against Cancer story began. We’ve delivered workshops, awarded grants, showcased the impact of our work, introduced a team of Health Champions and […]

From cancer survivor to Community Health Champion

Nagina Kaleem’s cancer journey was not only a fight against illness but also a struggle against fear, rejection and misunderstanding. A science teacher by profession, Nagina spent over 20 years […]

Communities Against Cancer at House of Commons!

We were enormously proud to support Dr Hugo de La Peña, one of our Health Champions at the ‘Breast Cancer: Prevention to Action’ forum at the House of Commons on […]

Co-design the Action Hampshire Way

Working together with local communities to build a healthier Hampshire and Isle of Wight is a priority for us at Action Hampshire Did you know, we are currently working alongside […]

Catching up with our Community Health Champions 

It’s always inspiring to meet individuals who go the extra mile to deliver work they are passionate about.   Our Health Champions are no exception and on 24 September I was […]

Help shape an Independent Equality Forum

Invitation to voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations. Positive work is happening across our communities every day. We want to celebrate that work and explore how a stronger collective […]

Let’s Be Smokefree: supporting healthy, equitable communities across Hampshire

The Let’s Be Smokefree project was developed to create healthier, happier, and more resilient communities across Hampshire. Delivered by Action Hampshire and funded by Hampshire County Council, the Let’s Be […]

From good intentions to meaningful action: Formalising EEDI in the VCSE Sector

In a sector built around collaborating with communities to create positive change, Equity, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is already reflected in the values that underpin much of what we do. The […]

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