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Case Study - Devon Association of Councils of Voluntary Service (CVS)

Why and how established

• Partnership approach more cost effective.
• Capacity build to contribute to basic skills targets.
• Existing membership of Exeter CVS.
• Rolled out through Devon CVSs.
• Collaborative approach.

What they do

• Link into local & regional learning & skills strategies.
• Develop & provide training & learning.
• Develop Devon CVSs as models of good practice.
• Build sector capacity.
• Provide a collective voice.

Structures and legalities

• Devon Association of CVSs.
• Unincorporated association.

How they and the learning are funded

• Mainstream LSC funding.
• Lloyds TSB.
• European funding.
• Active Community Unit.
• European Social Fund.
• DfES/NIACE.
• Co-financing to be submitted.