Supporting voluntary action,
Empowering local communities
This week, we’re shining a spotlight on mental health and care careers as part of National Carer Week. Whether you’re looking to upskill your workforce or take the next step in your own career, now is the perfect time to act. Free Course England are offering flexible...
On Friday 15th November, Teignbridge CVS hosted the first Stars of Teignbridge Awards, to celebrate and raise awareness of our local voluntary sector to encourage more people to get involved with their community. It was a full house, with 200 people attending from...
The Devon Cancer focused Community Outreach Fund is open to any community group based in Devon and serving the Devon population. It will fund innovative engagement activities that increase awareness of signs and symptoms in targeted cancer sights and increase the...
Do you have an idea that could maybe help older or disabled people in your community? Support for those with ideas in Devon for all kinds of people (of all ages!) to set up as Microproviders by offering them the opportunity to join a free programme that ensures they...
Free DBS Workshops specifically for VCSE Organisations Workshops are suitable for to any staff who hold responsibility for DBS processes within their organisation, providing advice and making decisions about the level of DBS check that should be applied for, and/or...
Healthy Heart Grant round open in England (South) Apply for funding of up to £15,000 for adult community projects in England (South) that promote a healthy heart.Funding is available for new community projects working with adults, that focus on promoting healthy...
WHO ARE YOUR STARS OF TEIGNBRIDGE? Teignbridge has a thriving voluntary sector. We are celebrating and thanking all the people who give their time to the community at an awards ceremony at Pavilions Teignmouth on Friday 15th November. We want to encourage as many...
You can find our Special Volunteers Newsletter HERE
Following the announcement of a General Election, the Charity Commission have issued guidance for charities, political activity and campaigning. There is a short 5 minute introductory guide and more detailed guidance if you need it....
Nationally, many voluntary organisations saw an influx of volunteers during the pandemic. However, since then, volunteer levels have dropped much lower than they were previously. If this continues, our voluntary sector will not be able to continue to provide the...
