Working with you to make a bigger difference

Communities 1st aims to support local communities to thrive through support, knowledge, voice, infrastructure and innovation.

About Communities 1st

We are a membership organisation dedicated to supporting the voluntary community, faith, CIC, social enterprises and small-medium sized businesses based or working within the districts of St Albans, Hertsmere and Welwyn Hatfield.

Our mission is to work with people across all sectors to make a positive impact on the wellbeing of local people through support, knowledge, voice, infrastructure and innovation.

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Our Services

Latest News

Fantastic Friday Update

Future Focus

Upcoming Events

Culture and Learning Stronger Together Network

- 11:00

Introduction to Air Frying (Royston)

- 13:00

Through The Decades Spring Term 2026

- 11:30

Primary After School Club Spring Term 2026

- 16:45

Latest Volunteering

Shopper Service - Support Bus Buddies for Communities 1st

Opportunity Type: Long-term Commitment

Coffee Cart Marketing Manager Volunteer for Communities 1st

Opportunity Type: Long-term Commitment

Volunteer Administrator for One YMCA

Opportunity Type: Long-term Commitment

Communities Thirst (coffee barista) for Communities 1st

Opportunity Type: Long-term Commitment

Our Partners