CB Plus Membership

Join our membership today to become part of our vibrant community network.

We have a diverse and supportive membership network of community groups, social enterprises and organisations who collaborate and value opportunities to connect, share ideas and develop partnerships.

Our FREE membership offers many benefits, including expert advice, resources, training, funding opportunities, and more. By becoming a member, you’ll be joining a vibrant community of organisations making a real difference in their communities.

Our member Ursula from The Flower Bank receiving an award

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Explore the key benefits & criteria for CB Plus membership.

Great benefits from CB Plus.

  • Representation at local, regional and national levels
  • Advice and information for voluntary and community groups
  • Support and access to funding advice, policy development, best practice and training
  • Regular newsletter packed with local and national news from the third sector, events, new legislation, training opportunities, and fundraising information
  • Opportunities to promote your activities via our website, newsletter, networking events and bulletins and social media
  • Access to our signposting and resources service
  • Voting rights at our AGM

Criteria for Membership

  • To be eligible for membership, your organisation must meet the following criteria:

  • Have adopted a set of rules or a constitution.
  • Be run by a management committee or equivalent.
  • Apply your resources for the benefit of the community.
  • Not be run for profit.
  • Be voluntary, community or charity based.

  • If you’re unsure whether you meet our membership criteria, please feel free to contact us here.

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Ready to become a member of CB PLUS?

After reviewing our criteria and benefits above, take the next step and become a member today. If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, feel free to contact us at info@cbplus.org.uk

Frequently Asked Questions

CB PLUS membership is open to voluntary, community, faith, and social enterprise organisations that meet our criteria. These organisations must have adopted rules or a constitution. They should be run by a management committee or equivalent and apply their resources for the community’s benefit.

Our membership is completely free. There are no fees or charges associated with becoming a member.

To apply for membership, simply read our membership criteria on this page and click the ‘apply now’ button. If you need assistance filling in the form, please call 020 8364 8400 or email info@cbplus.org.uk

As a CB PLUS member, you get expert advice, resources, training, and funding opportunities. We represent members at all levels, assist with policy development and best practices. You’ll receive our monthly newsletter for local and national third-sector news. You can promote your activities through our website, events, and social media. Members have access to signposting, resources, and voting rights at our AGM.

Once we receive your completed application form, we aim to process it within five working days. We will then contact you to confirm your membership status.

Your CB PLUS membership does not expire or need to be renewed. However, we ask that you keep us informed of any changes to your organisation’s details or contact information.

“CB Plus understands the enormous contribution faith groups make to communities and have been a real bridge for us into the voluntary sector.”

Rev Helen Shannon

St Barnabas Church and Food Bank

Uncover the impactful journey of a CB Plus member and their faith group’s connection with the voluntary sector. Delve into this powerful testimonial and learn about the profound effect of CB Plus’s dedication to serving its members, particularly during the first lockdown.

Rev Helen Shannon from St Barnabus

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Get access to a wealth of industry reports, government guidelines, and toolkits through our Knowledge Hub. Stay informed on the latest industry trends, regulations, and best practices with our regularly updated resources.

Whether you’re improving your fundraising or developing policies and procedures, our library has something for everyone. If you can’t find what you need, our team is always available to provide personalised advice and support.