Waterford PPN members can access a wide range of valuable supports through The Wheel, Ireland’s national association for community and voluntary organisations. Whether your group is just starting out or looking to grow, these benefits are designed to make your work easier, more effective, and better connected.
Membership is offered free of charge to organisations with an annual turnover of under €25,000. These are typically volunteer-led organisations that make a significant contribution to their communities despite having limited resources.
What’s Available to You
As a member, your organisation can take advantage of:
- Free training opportunities – Around 70% of training events are completely free
- Discounted learning – Receive 40% off paid training events
- Expert guidance – Advice and support on forming and developing your organisation
- Ready-to-use resources – Access to policies, templates and practical tools
- Community Notice Board – Share updates and stay informed about what’s happening across the sector
- Free job postings – Advertise roles within your organisation at no cost
- Sector newsletters – Stay up to date with relevant news and opportunities
- Networking opportunities – Connect with other small organisations through The Wheel’s network
- Webinar archive access – Learn at your own pace with recordings of past sessions
Why This Matters
Running a community group often involves juggling limited time and resources. These supports are designed to ease that pressure, helping you build capacity, stay informed and connect with others carrying out similar work across Ireland.
Get Started
If you are part of Waterford PPN, you already have access to these benefits. Now is the time to make the most of them—whether that means signing up for a training session, downloading templates or connecting with other organisations.
If you would like help accessing any of these supports, Waterford PPN is here to point you in the right direction.