BENEFITS

Be part of a network of voluntary youth groups sharing ideas and good practice.  Links with other voluntary organisations throughout the UK. Support for new youth groups with Start Up Grants up £200. Accommodation grants are available for youth groups working with 13-19 year olds. Information about Grant making bodies.  Quarterly Newsletters and monthly bulletins.  Support, advice and information for new youth groups.  Staffordshire Youthkit - a 58 page guide to help you set up and run a Youth Club.  Health & Safety guidance. Information on insurance.  Quality Visits to your group with written feedback.

Through our partnership with Staffordshire CC Youth Service you can have access to the following benefits:

Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme for 14-25 year olds;  vinvolved Young Volunteers Scheme for 16+ age group; Passport to Success; opportunities for professional training & development; access to youth work curriculum and needs-led training; CRB clearance and Child Protection training.

Other benefits:  Support from County Council Youth Service; District, Divisonal & County events and activities; Access to certain Youth Service training: Access to the County Council Minibus Driving Assessment course; Hire of  minibuses through County Fleet Management.