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Empowering black-led organisations to lead, thrive & impact communities
Northamptonshire Black Communities Together is a network of Black-led charities, community groups, and faith organisations working together to strengthen communities across Northamptonshire through collaboration, development, and collective impact.
Member benefits overview
| Benefit | What You Get |
|---|---|
| Networking & Peer Support | Bi-monthly events, peer circles, collaboration |
| Training & Development | Workshops, masterclasses, bespoke sessions |
| Advocacy & Representation | Voice in policy, campaigns, and working groups |
| Funding & Bid Support | Bid-writing help, alerts, joint bids |
| Visibility & Promotion | Social media spotlights, newsletter features |
| Mentoring & Consultancy | 1:1 support, consultancy, leadership mentoring |
| Member-Only Resources | Templates, toolkits, video guides, checklists |
Why join NBCT?
Becoming a member of Northamptonshire Black* Communities Together (NBCT) means joining a powerful, growing network of Black-led organisations across Northamptonshire.
Our membership is designed to:
- Strengthen your organisation
- Amplify your voice and
- Equip you to grow in capacity, sustainability & impact
NBCT’s aim is to ensure the growth of sustainable Black communities across Northamptonshire.
*Black is defined by organisations that are leb by African, African-Caribbean and Asian people.
We support our members to become
sustainable and resilient. But how?
By providing culturally-attuned resources, strategic funding, and a dedicated network that understands the
unique barriers faced by Black and Global Majority-led organisations in the UK.
Step 1
Join Us!
Apply to become a member & connect with our
Development Team.
Step 2
Assessing your organisation’s needs & requirements
We’ll meet you with your organisation and identify your
immediate & long-term needs.
Step 3
Developing your Support Plan
From what you describe as your needs, we will work with you
to co-produce a plan of support.
Step 4
Co-ordinating support
We will see where we can support you and also coordinate
other support with other partners when required.
Step 5
Connections
We’ll connect you with the wider NBCT members and other organisations..
Step 6
Resources & Updates
We will provide monthly newsletters and exclusive access to our members’ website portal for up-to-date resources, funding information, toolkits and key training resources.
Step 7
Engagement
We’ll invite you play a key role in our membership meetings, join our networking sessions, and bring your voice to key meetings to advocate for the communities you serve.
Step 8
Growth & Impact
We’ll support you with the tools to increase your visibility, develop a stronger voice and deliver greater sustainability to your services.
Deeper dive into support offer
Training & Development
- Access to NBCT training programme
- Governance and back office support
- Funding advice and support
- Volunteer management
- Trustee support
Advocacy & Representation
- Representation at ICB & local authority
- Shape NBCT campaigns & priorities
Funding & Resources
- Grant alerts & support
- Toolkits, templates, compliance guides
Networking & Collaboration
- Peer learning circles
- Partner invitations & regional links
Consultancy & Mentoring
- Strategy, comms, finance
- 1-to-1 mentoring for leaders
