About NAVCA

NAVCA (National Association for Voluntary and Community Action) is the national voice of local support and development organisations in England. We are a charity that champions and strengthens voluntary and community action by supporting our members in their work with over 160,000 local charities and community groups.

NAVCA believes that voluntary and community action is vital for vibrant and caring communities.

We provide our members with networking opportunities, specialist advice, support, policy information and training. NAVCA is a vital bridge between local groups and national government.

We take the lead on the issues that matter most to local support and development organisations. We influence national and local government policy to strengthen local voluntary and community action.