Many groups who are not legally constituted need an umbrella group if they wish to apply for funding for a long term project or for funding or consents for a one off project. North Shore Community and Social Services Inc provides that function for a number of groups.

By acting as the legal entity North Shore Community and Social Services Inc. accepts overall accountability as well as the following responsibilities:

• Employer
• Financial manager
• Joint fund seeker
• Strategic planner
• Line Manager

The North Shore Community and Social Services Inc will at all times:

• Support and advocate the goals values and interests of the groups they umbrella.
• Provide the infrastructure, accountabilities, support, expertise, information, resources and guidance required.
• Act ethically and with fairness at all times
• Investigate any complaints complying with the complaints policy received
• Encourage the group they umbrella to work as independently as possible, at all times adhering to community development principles.

In return the organisation will at all times:

• Support and advocate the goals values and interests of the umbrella group
• Use the logo of the umbrella organisation where appropriate
• Adhere to the policies set out in the policy manual provided by the umbrella group
• At all times strive to achieve the goals and objectives set down for their organisation
• Report to the umbrella organisation, on a monthly basis, either directly or through their independent management committees

If you require any further information please contact us .