About Us

eVOLution

  • Operates at the heart of our local community, and brings together many local groups.
  • Networks with local voluntary and community groups to promote and develop effective voluntary action. 
  • Assists new groups to develop, identifying and supporting initiatives to meet new needs. 
  • Develops partnerships between key organisations; statutory bodies, health and training agencies, local businesses, and a wide range of voluntary and community organisations.
  • Acts as a channel for local and national issues and policy.
  • Provides a wide range of services and support in a flexible,  open way and with particular values, working with people, groups and communities to challenge inequality.  

How we can help you…

Based around these main functions, eVOLution provides support and back-up to local voluntary and community action with:

  • Information services through newsletters, e-bulletins and website facilities.
  • Accredited and unaccredited training to meet the needs of individuals, community groups and organisations.
  • Funding advice, information and support.
  • Volunteering development, including the recruitment of volunteers.
  • Direct services such as photocopying, room hire and equipment loan.
  • Networking.

eVOLution Mission Statement

To promote, support and develop the voluntary and community sector in Darlington to bring about positive change in the lives of people and their communities.

We will achieve our vision and mission by developing relationships with our members and key partners that will be responsible, responsive and generate mutual respect.

eVOLution Core Values

  • Inclusivity
  • Quality of services
  • Honesty
  • Openness and Accountability
  • Non-judgemental