Welcome
Halton and St Helens is packed full of amazing people working together to tackle the issues that affect our community: from food poverty to mental health.
Our member organisations make a difference to thousands of people every single day and HSHVCA supports them with invaluable training, advice and representation.
We provide them with practical help that could help your organisation thrive, too - from support in recruiting and managing volunteers, raising funds, to advice on governance and setting up financial systems.
We are proud to connect more than 2,500 charities, community groups and social enterprises with the thousands of people who need them.
Find out how you can tap into our wealth of knowledge and experience - whether you are an organisation or a resident of Halton or St Helens looking to access some of the best services and groups.
Activities Directory
There is always something going on in Halton and St Helens and this is the best place to find out what’s what.
Halton and St Helens: search our community directory
What do you love doing? What do you need help with? Want to make new friends or learn new skills? Or simply want to be part of the community?
We have something for everyone right here in our extensive community directory
It makes it easy for you to navigate the huge amount of organisations that make Halton and St Helens such great places to live.
Recent Updates
Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum Are Hiring
Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum (a registered charity) has a vision to be a premier visitor attraction, recognised as the best science discovery centre dedicated to chemistry and a unique Museum of the chemical heritage of… more…National Trustees Week - 4th - 8th November 2024
It’s #TrusteesWeek next week! The time of year when we celebrate the amazing contribution made by trustees for their charities and recognise the difference they make. You can find out about this week’s range of events and access free… more…Volunteer Awards 2024
Whilst the nominations for our Volunteer Awards 2024 have closed we are extending the deadline for the following 3 categories: Young Volunteer Award - This award is for individuals aged 26 and under who have made a positive impact on… more…Recently added activities
There is always something going on in Halton and St Helens and this is the best place to find out what’s what.
Deaf Awareness 2 Hour Training
The Deafness Resource Centre have a great opportunity for staff and non staff training, whether you are an organisation, or know of people you support who may be interested.
They're offering a 2 hour Deaf Awareness Training, located at Halton Sensory Service, 126 Widnes Road, (…
Deaf Awareness 2 Hour Training
The Deafness Resource Centre have a great opportunity for staff and non staff training, whether you are an organisation, or know of people you support who may be interested.
They're offering a 2 hour Deaf Awareness Training, located at Halton Sensory Service, 126 Widnes Road, (…
Menopause Meet Up
A welcoming and supportive environment to discover and discuss all aspects of menopause with fellow women.
Menopause is a significant part of every woman's life that happens either naturally or induced prematurely by illness or surgery.
Every woman experiences it…