Our History
We are proud to have been working to support Powys for nearly 25 years.
In 1974 Powys Rural Council was created from the three independent Rural Community Councils of Montgomeryshire, Radnorshire and Brecknockshire. Powys Rural Council became PAVO in 1994, changing its name to Powys Association of Voluntary Organisations.
Our purpose.
Catalyst

PAVO is a CATALYST for voluntary action.

Voice

PAVO articulates a legitimate VOICE on behalf of Powys’ Communities & Third Sector
Hub

PAVO is a HUB of essential information
Our PAVO Team
PAVO is a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee. It is governed by a board of trustees / directors. Up to 9 trustees are elected by PAVO members at the Annual General Meeting. The board has powers to co-opt and to create ex-officio board members.
Our Executive Management Team




Our work is broadly focused on the common themes of:
Ready to join?
PAVO is a membership organisation. Membership is open to all third sector organisations and groups and Town and Community Councils in Powys, all working to meet the needs of people and communities across Powys. We have over 800 member organisations and regular contact with over 1500 organisations.
Annual General Meeting & Conference
Click the button below to see details of our past AGM & Conferences