We are the charity infrastructure support service for voluntary, community and faith-based groups, social enterprises and charitable organisations in Stockport.  

Established in 2019, Sector 3 is a registered charity and independent organisation, providing advice, resources and a voice to the Voluntary, Community, Faith-based and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) Sector in Stockport.

We work to protect a prosperous environment for the VCFSE sector to excel in, so that it can continue to do what it does best, support Stockport residents to thrive.

Learn more about Sector 3

Our Services

    • Support with finding appropriate funding

    • Bid-writing advice & feedback

    • Access to funder through monthly 'Meet the Funder' events

    • Support with diversifying your income

    For bid-writing support please contact Kaylie.Chapman@sector3sk.org

  • We run Stockport Volunteer Hub and can connect your organisation to local people who want to give back.

    To upload a volunteer role click here

    For support on Volunteer Management, arrange a chat with Clare - clare.finch@sector3sk.org

  • We organise regular training to help you build the skills to run a successful and sustainable organisation.

    Click here to visit the events calendar.

  • Our resource library is kept up to date with the latest need to know information relevant to the charity sector in Stockport.

    In here you'll also find helpful templates and guidance.

    Click here to visit the resource section.

  • As Stockport's charity infrastructure organisation we are here to be the voice of the charity sector and protect a healthy environment for it to thrive in.

    The VCFSE Alliance exists as a platform to facilitate questions, concerns and place issues in front of senior decision-makers.

    Find out more about the alliance and submit a question here.

Latest news

 
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Learn Bid-Writing at your own pace

This e-learning course breaks down the bid-writing process, giving you clear and simple tips on how to draft a strong funding bid.

Intro to Bid-writing Mini Course

Join the Proper Good Business Club

A space for local businesses to meet charitable organisations and make mutually beneficialy connections.

Find out more here
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Develop your skills

Browse our training offer, fully-funded for VCFSE organisations working in Stockport.

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