Connecting people, strengthening organisations, supporting communities
Volunteer Centre West Berkshire is a local infrastructure charity that strengthens communities across West Berkshire. We support charities, voluntary and community groups, social enterprises, volunteers and residents to work together and create positive local impact.
Our work includes connecting people with meaningful volunteering opportunities, providing support and development for the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector, and delivering community transport services that help people remain connected and independent.
Whether you’re looking to volunteer, seeking support for your organisation, or need help accessing community transport, we’re here to help people and communities thrive.
Help us make a difference. Your support matters hugely - scan the QR code to visit our Just Giving page.
New Report Highlights Strengths and Pressures Across West Berkshire's VCSE Sector
Volunteer Centre West Berkshire is pleased to publish our 2026 State of the Sector Report, providing a snapshot of the opportunities, challenges and priorities facing charities, community groups, social enterprises and volunteer-led organisations across West Berkshire.
Drawing on responses from 28 organisations working across a wide range of service areas, the report reveals a sector that remains resilient, collaborative and deeply committed to supporting local communities. At the same time, organisations report increasing demand for services, ongoing funding uncertainty, workforce pressures and growing challenges around volunteer and trustee recruitment.
The findings highlight the critical role the VCSE sector plays in supporting residents and helping communities thrive, while also demonstrating the importance of investment in both frontline organisations and the infrastructure that supports them.
The report identifies several key priorities for the coming years, including sustainable funding, volunteer and trustee development, organisational resilience, stronger sector representation, rural inclusion and digital development.We would like to thank every organisation that contributed to the survey and shared their experiences. Their insight will help shape our future support, advocacy and partnership work to ensure the sector remains strong, connected and able to respond to the needs of local communities.
Click on the links below to read the report.
Over £9,000 Raised as Brave Skydivers Take the Leap for VCWB!
A huge thank you to our 15 incredible skydivers who took the leap in support of Volunteer Centre West Berkshire (VCWB), raising over £9,000 to support our work across West Berkshire.
The funds will help us continue providing vital services, including community transport, volunteer support, and assistance for local charities and community groups.
Our CEO, Rachel Peters, also joined supporters, volunteers and local businesses for the challenge:
“It was an unforgettable experience and I’m incredibly proud of everyone who took part. The support we’ve received has been overwhelming, and knowing that we’ve raised over £9,000 for local communities makes every moment worthwhile.”
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all of our skydivers, donors and supporters, as well as our event sponsors CSS, Sharps Autos and GazKaz whose support helped make the challenge such a success.
Watch the Action!
Please support if you can—every donation helps us reach (and exceed!) our £5,000 target. Click here for our Just Giving page!
Feeling inspired? You can even sign up to do your own charity skydive for VCWB: Book your own skydive here!
