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A study from Cardiff Metropolitan, Birmingham and Manchester Universities is looking into ways in which peer volunteering can help older
Read moreSocial Care Wales is carrying out a study to better understand the social care volunteering landscape in Wales. THE STUDY
Read moreCare & Repair Cymru have won the 2024 GSK IMPACT Awards for their work helping vulnerable older people and people
Read moreFunding from the Wales and Africa Grant Scheme has helped six projects boost women’s rights and livelihoods in Uganda and
Read moreWe’re excited to announce that Dr Lindsay Cordery-Bruce will be taking the reigns as the new Chief Executive of WCVA.
Read moreSocial Leaders Cymru is a comprehensive and free leadership development programme tailored for voluntary, community, and social enterprise leaders throughout
Read moreGot something to share with voluntary organisations in Wales? We’re now taking applications for exhibition space and to host events
Read moreThis webinar from Trusted Standard – the quality mark for voluntary organisations – will explore the standard and the Information
Read moreA new survey aims to define the contribution of volunteers in mental health services to help inform workforce planning. HEALTH
Read moreWe have written to the Welsh Government Minister for Climate Change to highlight our significant concerns about the decision to
Read moregofod3, Wales space for the voluntary sector, will return as an in-person event for the first time since 2019 and
Read moreThis year marks the 40th anniversary of Volunteers’ Week, a week all about celebrating the invaluable contribution which millions of
Read moreRepresentatives from every corner of the voluntary sector in Wales have jointly expressed their alarm at the draft Welsh Government
Read moreThe Family Tree Project is helping rural communities in Malawi to become more self-sufficient, resilient to natural disasters and more
Read moreInvesting in Volunteers is celebrating the start of 2024 by offering you 10% off the award if you sign up
Read moreRecent research by National Council for Voluntary Organisations highlights the motivations and barriers to volunteering for minority ethnic groups across
Read moreInstallation grants are now available to fund improvements to the energy efficiency of properties owned by voluntary organisations in Wales.
Read moreWelsh Government’s draft budget for 2024/25 has alarming consequences for the voluntary sector in Wales. Welsh Government released its draft
Read moreA free webinar for organisations looking to develop volunteering opportunities that could support someone’s journey into a social care career.
Read moreFollowing a consultation exercise, the new National Framework for Social Prescribing launched on 7 December 2023. The new National Framework
Read moreOur 2022/23 annual report provides examples of what we did towards the ambitious goals we’ve set ourselves, and the difference
Read moreWe’re looking for someone with good experience of stakeholder engagement to lead our Helpforce Cymru project, focussing on volunteering in
Read moreThe re-launched Volunteering Wales platform is a simple, effective and completely free way for organisations and volunteers to find each
Read moreThe Minister for Health and Social Services has asked officials to work with the voluntary sector to look at how
Read moreThe Energy Efficiency Scheme is helping voluntary organisations improve the energy efficiency of their properties by providing advice, finance and
Read moreEach year the Walter Dickie Leadership Bursary grants £2,500 to a leader in the voluntary sector in Wales, find out
Read moreThis week is Welsh Charities Week, from 13 – 17 November 2023, recognising the good work of charities, social enterprises,
Read moreFor voluntary organisations to be able to pay the Living Wage they need funders to get on board. For Living
Read moreTrustees’ Week takes place from 6 to 10 November. Trustees’ Week is an annual event to showcase the great work
Read moreThe Landfill Disposals Tax Communities Scheme 2022/23 report highlights the incredible efforts of community groups across Wales to improve the
Read moreWelsh Charities Week is back from 13 – 17 November 2023, recognising the good work of charities, social enterprises, voluntary
Read moreAfter the announcement this week from Welsh Government we are monitoring the impact of the revised spending plan on voluntary
Read moreAn opportunity for Welsh social enterprises, or voluntary organisations with products, services or experiences to sell, to learn from experts,
Read moreOur AGM will take place online in November featuring two fantastic guest speakers from Welsh Refugee Council and Cytûn: Churches
Read moreThis year Trustees Week will take place from 6 to 10 November. Trustees’ Week is an annual event to showcase
Read moreYou can access free training sessions on different digital topics this November and December, as part of Newid: Digital for
Read moreAfter we received more nominations than ever before, find out who took home the silverware at this year’s Welsh Charity
Read moreVolunteers at Maggie’s provide a warm and friendly welcome and a listening ear for those who are affected by cancer.
Read moreAn opportunity to hear updates from the Charity Commission on their current work. WHAT WILL I LEARN ABOUT? On the
Read moreThe Volunteering Wales grant scheme has supported organisations like the Welsh Refugee Council to improve access to volunteering for people
Read moreWCVA is delighted to be working in partnership with the Association of Chairs to host an event for charity Chairs
Read moreFollowing a formal consultation, the Charity Commission has published new guidance for trustees on using social media. The guidance says
Read moreFind out how you can use AI and other digital tools to improve your digital skills as part of a
Read moreBetsi Cadwaladr University Health Board has launched its new Small Business Research Initiative Challenge. THE CHALLENGE The Social Care and
Read moreNCVO’s (The National Council for Voluntary Organisations) most recent research into volunteer experience shows that while volunteering remains overwhelmingly a
Read moreWe are pleased to announce that the next round of the Landfill Disposals Tax Communities Scheme (LDTCS) is now open
Read moreGift Aid Awareness Day provides an opportunity for charities to promote Gift Aid and increase the value of their donations.
Read moreWCVA welcomes the Economy, Trade and Rural Affairs Committee’s review of post-EU regional development funding. Following consultation earlier in the
Read moreThe Charity Commission has published updated guidance on charities and investments. UPDATED GUIDANCE The guidance (known as CC14) has been
Read moreThe Charity Commission has published its annual research on public trust in charities and what trustees think about their duties
Read moreWCVA has responded with a number of recommendations to Welsh Government’s consultation focusing on plans to improve social care arrangements
Read moreWales Ethnic Diversity Sports Awards (WEDSA) stands as a pioneering initiative in Wales, singularly focused on showcasing the accomplishments of
Read moreWelsh Government’s Code of Practice for Funding the Third Sector is currently under review, but why is it being reviewed,
Read moreDon’t miss out on this great opportunity to support a vital leader in the voluntary sector, giving them the capacity
Read moreJoin the Fundraising Regulator and WCVA at an in-person event in Cardiff on 20 September 2023 to share your views
Read moreThe Coastal Capacity Building Scheme is funding local projects in coastal areas in Wales and bringing together partners to tackle
Read moreWelsh Charities Week is back from 13 – 17 November to recognise the good work of charities, social enterprises, voluntary
Read moreWe’re seeking a networking and communications professional on a fixed term or secondment basis for 18 months, starting October 2023.
Read moreWe’re hiring for the position of Head of Health & Social Care for a period of maternity cover, find out
Read moreThe Welsh Charity Awards recognise the positive impact and outstanding contributions made by charities, community organisations, not-for-profits, and volunteers across
Read moreRound 3 of the Volunteering Wales Strategic Grant is open for organisations looking to improve their volunteering systems. The aim
Read moreWe’re seeking a well-organised, enthusiast team player to join our grants team as a Grant Support Officer. This in an
Read moreVolunteers are connecting with diverse communities to improve services for mothers and babies in Aneurin Bevan health board. Babi (Birth
Read moreWe’re looking for an enthusiastic policy professional to join our team as Head of Engagement on a fixed term contract
Read moreThe UK COVID-19 inquiry is urging the public to share their experiences of the pandemic in order to properly understand
Read more19 – 23 June 2023 is Small Charity Week, a week to celebrate and raise awareness of the small charity
Read moreThe Knowledge Hub, a free online resource for voluntary organisations in Wales, has been updated with more information than ever
Read moreThe Welsh Charity Awards are back. Your chance to celebrate the life changing impact of not only charities but volunteers
Read moreVolunteers with Cariad Pet Therapy take their therapy dogs into hospital and community premises, with remarkable results for patients and
Read moreThe Wales and Africa grant scheme has enabled organisations like Teams4U and Chomuzangari Women’s Co-operative to run projects that are
Read more2023 marks the 39th year of Volunteers’ Week, an opportunity to formally thank the incredible volunteers that make a bigger
Read moreWelsh Government is consulting on draft statutory guidance for a new Single Unified Safeguarding Review (SUSR) process for Wales. The
Read moreDave, a volunteer with Royal Voluntary Service, has been given royal recognition as part of the official coronation celebrations. Dave
Read moreHeidi volunteered with Betsi Cadwaladr Robins volunteer scheme in order to get experience. Now she is on her way to
Read moreThe Charity Commission has recently updated its guidance on financial controls to include risks presented by newer technology, such as
Read moreWe’re seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and well organised individual to join our newly developed Corporate Services team providing administrative support
Read moreThe Open University, in partnership with Third Sector Support Wales, has developed a free training programme to allow volunteers to
Read moreOn the 24 April 2023, we launched the new ‘Macmillan community innovation project’, hosting our first official project advisory board
Read moreTo be better prepared to deal with change and uncertainty heritage organisations or organisations running a heritage project can benefit
Read moreThe Welsh Charity Awards are back. Your chance to celebrate the life changing impact of not only charities but volunteers
Read moreRound 3 of the Volunteering Wales Strategic Grant is now open for organisations looking to improve their volunteering systems. The
Read moreRound 4 of the Wales and Africa 2022-25 scheme is now open to applicants. The scheme enables community groups and
Read moreWCVA has been going through an ambitious change programme to re-design and develop the organisation. Here we provide an update
Read moreWe’re seeking two enthusiastic, motivated and well organised individuals to join our newly developed Corporate Services team providing administrative support across
Read moreVolunteers have always been the lifeblood of our communities in Wales, with one in three* people typically volunteering at any
Read moreThe Big Help Out aims to get more people involved in volunteering by encouraging people to take part in introductory
Read moreSocial business start-up grants offer financial support to budding Welsh social businesses to get trading or investment ready, plus technical
Read moreJoin the Quality Assurance panel to represent Investing in Volunteers Wales and contribute to ensuring consistency in the IiV process
Read moreJoin WCVA at upcoming focus groups for an opportunity to help shape the way fundraising in Wales is supported and
Read moreOur new report explores how voluntary organisations used EU funding to create lasting change for Welsh people and communities. In
Read moreThe National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued a new report that outlines the cyber threat that charities of all sizes
Read moreWe’re seeking a volunteering professional for a maternity cover period on a fixed term or secondment basis for 9-12 months,
Read moreSocial business start-up grants offer financial support to budding Welsh social businesses to get trading or investment ready, plus technical
Read moreWe’re seeking an enthusiastic and creative individual to join our dynamic communications and marketing team as WCVA’s ‘Digital Communications Support Officer’.
Read moregofod3, Wales’ space for the voluntary sector, is back for 2023, but in a new and different format. We have
Read moreThe UK Government Community Ownership Fund is now open for applications. The fund helps communities take ownership of local assets
Read moreAs part of its Programme for Government and the Cooperation Agreement with Plaid Cymru, Welsh Ministers are examining options for
Read moreDevastating earthquakes have killed thousands of people in Turkey and Syria. DEC member charities are already responding to the earthquake
Read moreCynnal Cymru are offering free online training for voluntary organisations covering how the natural environment works, the threats it faces,
Read moreThe Charity Commission has issued guidance for trustees about managing cost-of-living related financial difficulties in charities. The guidance states that
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