Agar Nook Community Association (ANCA)

ANCA is a registered charity, originally established in 1984 with a clear mission: to manage and operate the Agar Nook Community Centre for the benefit of the residents of Agar Nook and the surrounding neighborhoods.

 

For over three decades, our commitment to creating a strong sense of community and providing a space for local activities has remained at the heart of everything we do.

 

As the needs of the community evolve, so do we. On 2nd May 2017, we officially became an Incorporated Charitable Organisation, ensuring a more robust and effective structure to serve our community for years to come. As a CIO, we are governed by a constitution which outlines our rules, structure, goals, and operations. 

 

Our community-driven charity is overseen by a dedicated team of volunteer Trustees who are elected each year at our Annual General Meetings (AGMs). These Trustees are responsible for managing the Centre and making important decisions that shape its future.

The Trustees

Claire Barnes

Steve Rothwell

Kerry Brauer

Chenelle Spence

Chenelle Green

Stephen Lincoln

The Team

ANCA relys on 3 part time members of staff as well as volunteers.

Our dedicated team ensures everything runs smoothly and maintain a welcoming and efficient environment.

 

Helen Cuttle – Centre Manager

Becky Cliff – Centre Manager

Lesley Walker – Caretaker / Cleaner

 

Helen and Becky work together to manage the day-to-day operations of the Centre, coordinating events, activities, and services that benefit the local community.

 

Lesley plays a vital role in maintaining the Centre’s cleanliness and ensuring it is a comfortable space for everyone who uses it.

Our Volunteers

In addition to our staff, we are incredibly grateful for the volunteers who generously give their time and energy to support the Centre and its mission.

 

Together, we work as a team to provide a safe, vibrant, and supportive space for the Agar Nook community.

If you are interested in volunteering please get in touch

Support

The Agar Nook Centre is operated by ANCA, though the building itself is owned by East Midlands Housing (EMH).

 

EMH plays a crucial role in supporting ANCA, both financially through a grant and by employing two staff members. One staff member works alongside us, 2 days a week, to help manage the building, while the other serves as the cleaner and caretaker, ensuring the Centre is well-maintained.