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VCSE Directory
The VCSE Directory gives details of over 300 organisations in the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector in Stockton-on-Tees.
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Support
Catalyst offers a wide range of support for VCSE organisations of all sizes, whether they are starting up or well established.
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Communications
Catalyst uses a range of communication methods to connect the sector together and to help create a cohesive relationship.
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Projects
Catalyst facilitates a number of successful ongoing programmes with external partners focussing on community development and raising the profile of volunteering in the Stockton Borough.
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Consultancy
Catalyst now offers consultancy services in various areas. We have a team of skilled, experienced people who work with us when projects come our way, either from voluntary sector bodies or public sector organisations.
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Meet Our Staff
David Ballantyne
Finance Officer
David joined Catalyst in June 2019 and works part-time as the Finance Officer.
Mark Ferguson
Kickstarter - Administrator
Mark is a local Stocktonion and has lived in the heart of Stockton all his life. He joined Catalyst mid 2021 as a Kickstarter and he provides general office support to other members of staff, keeps an eye on the Catalyst website and if you attend any of the Catalyst Forums he’ll be there taking notes.
Claire Andrews
Roseworth Big Local - Community Development Worker
Claire joined Catalyst in 2020 as the Community Development Worker for Roseworth Big Local
Heather Sykes
Project Officer
Heather joined Catalyst in 2016 after volunteering and working for a local sight loss charity since 2005.