What others say about the Digbeth Trust
Third Sector Services carried out an independent evaluation of the Trust’s work, surveying 150 groups with over half replying. [Alun Severn, Nov 2004, A Review of Digbeth Trust’s Activities 2001-04].
Comments from VCOs involved in the evaluation:
“Board members discovered hidden skills and knowledge”
“Organisational nuts and bolts are better understood”
“Architect opened our eyes to the value of a clear plan”
“Training was at the right level”
“It was a vast learning curve that has been an experience in itself”
“Consultancy helped improve communication and group work”
“The consultant brought out undiscovered skills & knowledge in board members that they did not know they had and made them feel part of the team”
“Without their help we would have struggled as we are new in the field”
“I did not realise how much research went into business planning. We now have a plan that can be used again and again which focuses on the future and will help us with bid writing.”