ASPIRE
Did you know that almost 50% of charities are concerned they may have to reduce services due to lack of capacity and funding.
The third sector has never been more needed. Bringing connection and delivering services that help communities thrive and grow. But strong communities need strong organisations. None of us can go back in time, but it’s never too late to make our organisations stronger for the future.
We have almost 25 years’ experience supporting the third sector and have used that experience to develop the ASPIRE Health Check. ASPIRE has been developed with local organisations. We understand you’re busy and resources are tight. We want to support you, not overload you.
Health checks are a great way of taking a step back and a critical look at your area of strengths and improvement. They help address problems before they get out of control or reassure you things are going well.
The ASPIRE health check focusses on resilience. Resilient organisations encounter problems just like any other but have the strength to get through them and continue delivering. Unlike some other health checks, ASPIRE can be used by organisations of any size and structure and is free to West Dunbartonshire based organisations.
Jackie Maceira - Clyde Shopmobility
"The ASPIRE health-check helped raise awareness of potential issues which could arise and allowed us to implement changes to ensure smooth and continued operation of our service. The health check was carried out in an informal, informative manner which encouraged discussions by our board members."
How ASPIRE works
There is no pass or fail in the ASPIRE system, just an honest assessment of where you are and how you can fill any gaps in your practices. ASPIRE is a guided self-assessment, led by a trained facilitator. It brings together committee and staff, to review, debate and score the organisation against 8 factors – Governance, Succession Planning, Volunteering, Profile, Flexibility, Mission, Funding and Compliance. The system is straightforward and usually takes around 2 hours to complete. Your facilitator will compile a detailed session report and targeted action plan to help you become a stronger organisation.
Taking part in an ASPIRE review is a positive commitment to the success of your organisation. Invest a small amount of time, and your organisation will gain a lot.
To sign up or just to find out more, contact us at info@wdcvs.com or call us on 0141 941 0886 and we will chat you through the next steps.