Resilience+ Programme

Unlike traditional programmes, Resilience+ does not support the direct delivery of physical activity sessions. Instead, it focuses on strengthening the foundations of your organisation so you can maximise your long-term impact.

Support may be awarded to:

• Staff and volunteer development
• Improving governance and leadership structures
• Strengthening internal systems and processes
• Building organisational resilience and sustainability
• Diversifying funding streams and income generation
• Strategic planning and business development
• Fundraising capacity building
• Improving workforce wellbeing and organisational culture

Through a tailored support journey, we’ll work with you to identify the areas that will make the biggest difference to your organisation’s future success.

• Be actively involved in sport and/or physical activity as part of their regular operations or service delivery.
• Deliver services, programmes or initiatives that promote active lifestyles and improve physical wellbeing.
• Demonstrate a desire to strengthen their organisation and increase their long-term sustainability.
• Be willing to engage in an organisational development journey over a 12-month period.
• Operate within the Essex County Council footprint (if applicable to the programme).

This programme is particularly suited to organisations that are looking to build capacity, strengthen leadership, improve systems and processes, or prepare for future growth.

Stage 1 – Expression of Interest
Submit your expression of interest and tell us about your organisation, your ambitions and your development priorities.

Stage 2 – Organisational Review
We’ll work with you to gain a deeper understanding of your organisation, exploring strengths, challenges and opportunities for growth.

Stage 3 – Development Planning
Together, we’ll identify priority areas and develop a tailored support plan that meets your needs.

Stage 4 – Specialist Support
Access expertise, advice and development opportunities aligned to your chosen priorities.

Stage 5 – Implementation
Put plans into action, strengthen your organisation and embed positive change.

Stage 6 – Reflection & Future Growth
Review progress, celebrate achievements and identify the next steps in your organisational development journey.

Workforce Journey

Supporting staff and volunteers throughout their journey within your organisation.

This may include:

• Recruitment and retention
• Volunteer management
• Induction and onboarding
• Workforce planning
• Succession planning
• Career progression opportunities

The aim is to help organisations attract, develop and retain the people who make a difference within their communities.

Engagement & Wellbeing

Creating positive environments where staff and volunteers feel supported, valued and motivated.

This may include:

• Staff wellbeing initiatives
• Volunteer engagement
• Workplace culture improvements
• Measuring workforce satisfaction
• Understanding workforce needs
• Building stronger communication and engagement practices

A healthy and engaged workforce is key to creating sustainable organisations and positive community impact.

Learning & Development

Investing in the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to strengthen your organisation.

This may include:

• Leadership development
• Specialist training
• Skills development programmes
• Mentoring and coaching
• Building strategic capacity
• Developing expertise within your workforce

The focus is on learning opportunities that support long-term organisational growth and resilience.

Governance & Supervision

Strengthening the structures, processes and oversight that enable organisations to operate effectively and sustainably.

This may include:

• Board development
• Governance reviews
• Data management systems
• Policies and procedures
• Risk management
• Evaluation and impact measurement
• Organisational planning and oversight

Strong governance provides the foundation for long-term organisational success.

The journey begins with an Expression of Interest, allowing you to tell us more about your organisation, your ambitions and the challenges you are looking to address.

Successful organisations will then take part in a structured development process that may include:

• An organisational review and assessment
• Identifying strengths and development opportunities
• Developing an action plan tailored to your organisation
• Accessing specialist support and expertise
• Implementing improvements across priority areas
• Ongoing reflection and learning throughout the programme

Our approach is collaborative and tailored, recognising that every organisation is different and faces its own unique challenges and opportunities.