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Community Action IW believes in the strength and ability of island communities, in charitable endeavour, in voluntary action, in not for profit motives.

We exist to support the 1,500 or more voluntary and community organisations that work so hard for the benefit of the Island and its residents. We aim to support the maintenance and development of community amenities and services, to help the Island have thriving communities where people get involved, help each other, and have access to the services they need.

Community Action IW employs a small staff team, most of whom work part time and as many as 80 volunteers at any one time. Working with our large team of volunteers enables us to help communities help themselves, enhances our provision and offers value for money.

We aspire to use a combination of voluntary endeavour and commercial activity to create a sustainable, charitable service that brings long term benefit to local residents.

We directly deliver a number of services to support Island residents this includes, Optio a voluntary car service, Active Living day care services for people with learning disabilities and the volunteer centre.