How we work

We’re a coalition of VCFSE leaders from across Greater Manchester linked to the 10 boroughs, equalities networks, and the broad range of local VCFSE providers.

We coordinate our work through a distributed model of leadership.

Key statistics

There are 17,494 organisations operating in Greater Manchester area

71% are micro-organisations with incomes of less than £10,000

16% are small, 10% are medium and 3% are large

The total income of the sector in 2019/2020 was £1.2 billion

500,000 volunteers give 1.4 million hours each week

The value of volunteer time was valued at £692 million

Governance

A distributed model of leadership means decision-making is undertaken by both the leadership group and working groups, with the underpinning principle of complementing existing VCFSE networks and agencies.

We use this model as it allows greater adaptability, innovation, and empowerment among members. This means members are better positioned to be catalysts and connecters for the sector.

A diagram showing the GM VCFSE Leadership Group structures. The leadership group has a square block in the middle, then there are squares around it for each of the working groups: population health, workforce development, influencing health, commissioning & investment (linked to) Alternative Provider Collaborative, GM Equalities Alliance, Inclusive Economy, Mental Health Leaders Group, Victims & Justice. The working groups are in a light green. There are then two other boxes which say VCFSE Ecosystem (LIOs Group) and Communication signifying their difference as enablers rather than working groups. There is a large round pink circle that encompasses all boxes which is labelled 'representatives on boards and steering groups' this shows reps are connected, and are VCFSE leaders both inside and outside the working groups. Outside of this box there are some squares which show the links to some examples of public sector structures such as GMCA equalities panels linked to GM=EqAl, Commissioning Teams and NHS Provider Federation linked to the Alternative Provider Collaborative, Population health board programmes linked to the population health group. — A diagram showing the current GM VCFSE Leadership Group structures, including all working groups, and links to representatives on key boards and other structures of influence.

Representatives

The GM VCFSE Leadership Group is well linked to other VCFSE leaders and representatives on key boards and steering groups of influence across Greater Manchester. Find out more about representatives here.

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Supporting Organisations

The Leadership Group is supported by three organisations that provide officer support:

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GMCVO

GMCVO work to drive economic and social inclusion in Greater Manchester through effective collaborations and supporting other organisations to achieve their goals.

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10GM

10GM is a joint venture to support the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector in Greater Manchester.

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Voluntary Sector North West (VSNW)

VSNW is a North West membership organisation that connects to the sector through infrastructure organisations, equalities networks and large regional and national providers.

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