Etec Development Trust

ETEC Development Trust

ETEC is a Development Trust and registered Charity operating from Ellison House and ETEC House in Hendon Sunderland. We also rent 3 industrial units on Sunderland's Lombard Street Estate. These properties accommodate the large variety of projects and services we deliver and are used in engaging the wider community. We currently employ over 50 staff as well as calling upon the skills of a wide range of volunteers to supplement our efforts.

Founded in 1991 when it separated from Sunderland's East Community Association, ETEC (originally East Training Education and Community) has moved from providing training, learning and employment support to a much wider role as a Community Anchor organisation within the community, most recently becoming a Development Trust. We continue to see trading and contract work as income generating activities, alongside the development of Assets, Partnerships and Social Enterprise opportunities.