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North Tyneside Voluntary Organisations Development Agency (VODA) is a registered charity (number 1075060) based in North Tyneside. We have delivered trusted support, advice and training to volunteers and voluntary and community groups for over 30 years.
In the 2024 to 2025 financial period, we strengthened local organisations through governance guidance, funding support, training delivery and volunteer development, responding to hundreds of enquiries, expanding learning opportunities and helping groups secure vital resources to grow and thrive. Read more in our Annual Report.
Please explore our website to find out more about the services we provide, or contact us for further information.
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Key Projects
Mental Health Alliance
A place-based alliance of voluntary, community and social enterprise sector organisations.
Good Neighbours
Volunteers carrying out tasks typical of a ‘good neighbour’ for vulnerable residents
The ORBIT Project
Mental health recovery college in North Tyneside for young people aged 11 to 19.
Sector Connector
Connecting businesses to the voluntary and community sector to make a difference.
Living Well
Supporting our communities with support and information to help us to live well locally.
Best Start
Peer support project in North Tyneside to help reduce new parent isolation.
DiscoverME
North Tyneside's Recovery College for young people aged 16-25.
Grow & Eat
Supporting local groups and communities to grow their own food.
Flexible Working Room Hire Breakout Rooms Meeting Spaces Easy Access Support Incubator Space
The Spirit of North Tyneside
Community Sector Hub
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If you would like to submit information on a service or event, advertise a job and increase your organisations profile across North Tyneside, please email:
victoria.logan-coulsey@voda.