Community First in Herefordshire and Worcestershire

Community First's aim is to strengthen the role, capacity and influence of voluntary organisations and community groups in Herefordshire and Worcestershire. We are an independent registered charity with around 350 members and a client-base of many voluntary and community organisations across the two counties. Community First began life in 1975, when the two separate Community Councils in Herefordshire and Worcestershire joined forces.

Building better local communities by advising, informing and supporting community groups and voluntary oganisations

Community First offer:

Advice and information on best practice and support for local voluntary organisations
Creative input to projects and partnerships leading to a more effective local voluntary sector
Practical advice on funding and other issues to support local initiatives
Expertise based on a long history of involvement in rural communities
Input to the wider agenda including regional or national issues