Leicestershire & Rutland ProHelp is a network of professional firms committed to providing advice and strategic support, free of charge, to voluntary and community groups in need of assistance.
ProHelp Project Examples
Leicestershire & Rutland ProHelp may be able to give advice and support for the following projects for community groups. Please note that this list is not all-inclusive and other projects may be considered.
Legal Services
Support setting up a company limited by guarantee or CIC
Advice on a memorandum and articles
Transferring of assets from an old unincorporated association to a new company
Review of draft employment contracts
Lease negotiation
Company law advice
Please note: ProHelp is UNABLE to assist with requests that are litigious
Financial Services
Advice & guidance on an existing business plan
Advice on profit and cash flow forecasts
Advice on accounting and payroll systems
Advice on all aspects of taxation, including VAT & PAYE
Please note: ProHelp is UNABLE to provide auditing services
Architectural Services
Completing a building feasibility study
Advice on an extension/refurbishment/new build proposals
Building survey and plans/costings
Advice on repair and maintenance issues
Advice on procurement routes
Property Services
Valuation of Property for wide variety of purposes
Rent Review Advice and Negotiation
Lease Renewal Advice and Negotiation
Property Purchase and Lettings Advice
Planning (Building) Services
Advice on planning issues
Assisting with development of a scheme most likely to secure approval
Support applying for planning permission
Marketing & PR Services
Advice on developing a marketing or Public Relations strategy
Development of/redesign of a new logo
Development of promotional literature templates (i.e. NOT production)
Insurance Services
Advice on necessary insurance policies
IT Services
Advice on computer network/infrastructure
Advice on printing/hardware problems
Website reviews
Community Groups - Do you need free professional support?
For more information about ProHelp and an application form please download the following:
An Introduction to Leicestershire & Rutland ProHelp
Application for Assistance
Deadlines for 2011
ProHelp Building Requests Handout (If applicable)
Building Applications Questionnaire (If applicable)
Example Case Studies
Professional Firms – Commit to making a difference today
Since its establishment Leicestershire and Rutland ProHelp has supported over 300 community and voluntary groups across the city and county. There are currently
30 ProHelp Member Firms.
"ProHelp is the best organisation with which my firm has been involved in giving pro bono help. It promotes first-rate opportunities to help our local community, provides an excellent way of involving staff in community issues, and encourages networking with likeminded local professional firms.
As a business model it is difficult to think of anything better."
Stephen Woolfe, Senior Partner, Harvey Ingram LLP
Find out how ProHelp can benefit your business, your employees and your local community by contacting us today.
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