By Claire Racine

The Kent Children’s Fund Network became the 7,000th member of the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NVCO).

“Our members are the lifeblood of NCVO,” said Stuart Etherington, NCVO chief executive. “As we mark our 90th anniversary, together with our members we are shaping the sector into a dynamic force for good which is helping to transform local communities.”

Based in Ashford, KCFN runs projects aimed at working with children and young people at risk of social exclusion to take control of their lives and empower parents, carers, children and young people through participation and play.

“In the current economic climate, charities need access to the best possible support to help them respond to the challenges of the recession,” said Stephen Bell, KCFN chief executive.