Community Development Action Hertfordshire
Membership
Why Become a Member of CDA Herts?
We support new and existing community and voluntary groups across Hertfordshire. We can take your voice to the ‘table’ – our staff attend meetings with Parish, Town, District, Borough and County Councils, NHS and other stakeholder & strategic forums.
We are the voice for communities, organisations, Village Halls and businesses in rural Herts.
By joining us, you’re supporting a collective effort to highlight and address the issues many communities face in achieving equality and access to vital services and structural support.
Member Benefits
🌐 Representation & Voice
We represent your organisation at high-level forums, championing your needs across local authorities and public bodies.
📚 Resources & Documents
Access model documents, toolkits and guides especially useful for Village Halls, charities and community groups.
📢 Free Promotion
Share your news, events and services through our website, eBulletins and social media (audience reach: 2,300+).
🕑 Free 1-to-1 Support (2 hours)
Two hours of personalised guidance (non-members pay £35/hr + expenses). Includes:
- 💸 Funding advice and applications
- 📑 Policy development and best practice
- 🧑🤝🧑 Governance and legal structure guidance
- 🌱 Help starting a new group or initiative
- 🔎 Organisational Health Check & support
- 📱 Social media setup and digital outreach
🤝 Ongoing Member Perks
- 📄 Up to 40 ACRE National Village Hall Sheets (normally £10 each)
- 🎟️ Priority booking for free events & garden plots
- 💷 Discounts on training, workshops & bespoke services
- 📬 Regular policy briefings and funding updates
- 📘 Annual Review and priority AGM invite
- ☁️ Connect with fellow members to exchange knowledge
Cost of Membership
💷 Just £40 per year (1st September – 31st August).