If the UK leaves the European Union without a deal (or even with a deal – depending on what the deal is…) then there could be implications for volunteers in your organisation. NCVO have written a helpful blog giving details of their current understanding of what Brexit will mean for EU citizens volunteering in the UK. See here for details …
Funding available for Strategic Projects in Surrey
The Community Foundation for Surrey currently has funds available to support the strategic development of charities in Surrey. Grants of £5,000 – £20,000 are available to support strategic projects which strengthen charities, increasing your potential impact and encouraging long-term sustainability: Capital Expenditure – including equipment, new construction, renovation, and expansion which are critical to sustainability and achieving your mission. Strategic …
August Patient Round Up
Download the latest for August 2019, for local and national news and opportunities. Click here for , this document outlines NHS frequently used terms.
Mayors Volunteer Awards 2019
What an amazing night celebrating volunteering. On Friday, 19th July, 42 volunteers were presented with awards by the Mayor at the town hall. The annual Mayor’s Volunteer Awards now in it’s 16th year celebrated the outstanding contribution from volunteers who have selflessly strengthen our community. There were six award categories this year – long service volunteers, individual volunteers, individual trustees, …
The Kingston Burrowes Community Fund
Local community groups are invited to apply for a share of the £1000 fund. 4 grants of £250 each will be awarded to projects in the Merton, Kingston and Reigate areas. Projects should be focused on work supporting activities with clear benefit to the community, working with young people/children, schools, special educational needs, those with disabilities or the elderly. Projects …
Reigate & Banstead Borough Council’s draft five year plan – ‘Reigate & Banstead 2025’
Reigate & Banstead 2025 explains the Council’s proposed priorities for the next five years, and explains how the Council will deliver services to those living, working and spending time in Reigate & Banstead. The Council is now giving local residents, businesses and partner organisations a chance to have their say about how it should focus its activities and services over …
Young Volunteer Opportunities
What about doing something different? Give something back, help others, develop skills and gain work experience as well as meeting new people. We have a wide range of volunteer opportunities for young people, from sport, health, social care, entertainment, environment and one off events. Contact us via email or call us, we are here to help you find the right …
Recommendations to Heal the Generational Divide
The All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Social Integration has published its interim report examining what can be done to bridge the gap between older and younger people. Healing the Generational Divide looks highlights that political outlooks, geographical and social separation caused a gulf between age groups, and looks at ways in which community initiatives, public services, housing and planning, and …
Lloyds Bank Foundation – Enable Programme
Enable grants are awarded to charities which have identified clear development needs, and provide a great opportunity to strengthen charities to deliver more effectively.
Volunteers’ Week, 1-7 June
Volunteers’ Weeks takes place from 1-7 June, when we come together to show volunteers exactly what they mean to voluntary and community organisations, the individuals and communities they support. There are lots of resources available to support your activities on the Volunteers’ Week website, where you’ll also find examples from other organisations and planned events that are taking place …