Links

This information was written as part of the bfunded marketing advice service for voluntary and community groups in Bradford District funded by NRF and CBMDC.

For Bradford

b-supported and CVS training – for groups in Bradford district

A wealth of training on all kinds of topics, including marketing, research and communications. If the training you’re looking for isn't being run by CVS training or b-supported, they can signpost you to other training providers.

Bradford Resource Centre

Did you know that BRC can help with your marketing? Their Maps and stats service is available online and can help add statistics to a funding or marketing plan. They also offer help with design and printing.

Nationally

Community website builder

Free websites for charities, volunteer groups and non-profit making organisations. Register your site in 10 minutes. Design and upload it in a couple of hours work online. If you can use a word processing package, you can use this.

Media Trust

National support organisation linking the voluntary sector and the media. Useful services include media match (get a media volunteer to help with a marketing project) and community newswire (free service to publicise your press release)

Third Sector Magazine

Interesting articles on marketing and communication mainly focusing on national charities but still worth looking at for ideas and inspiration – be ambitious!

Voluntary Action Media Unit

Useful research on charities and the media. Great free guide available to download "Clever Communications" includes national media contacts and short articles on how to communicate with the media.

How to design and commission accessible websites

If you have a budget to hire someone to design your website, take this guide with you when you meet for the first time. Accessibility of all your services, including your website, is essential.

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Other Help

Further help is available from local support organisations and agencies.