National Council for Voluntary Organisations
| Abbreviation | NCVO |
|---|---|
| Formation | 1919 (as the National Council of Social Services (NCSS)) |
| Type | Charity and membership organisation |
| Headquarters | King's Cross, London |
Region served | England |
| Membership | 17,000+ |
Chief Executive | Kate Lee |
| Revenue | £12.275 million (2024) |
| Staff | 75 (2025) |
| Website | www |
The National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) is the umbrella body for the voluntary and community sector in England. It is a registered charity (no. 225922). It works to support the voluntary and community sector and to create an environment in which an independent civil society can flourish. NCVO has a membership of more than 17,000 voluntary organisations. These range from large national bodies to community groups, volunteer centres, and development agencies working at a local level. In 2025, its income was £9.5 million.