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Shaping the Future Together: Join us for the GVS AGM & Strategic Planning Workshop 2026
GVS is pleased to announce that its AGM and accompanying Strategic Planning Workshop will take place on Friday 16th October 2026 at CF61 in Llantwit Major, CF61 1ST.
Do you need funding for a youth volunteering project or activity?
Applications can be submitted at any time and will be continually considered and assessed throughout the year. All funding must be spent by 12th February 2027.
Join us at our Funding Surgery
Have a project idea in the Vale of Glamorgan? Book a free 30-minute funding surgery appointment with a National Lottery Community Fund Officer and explore your options. Places are limited.
When: Tues 27th Oct 2026 (10.00am - 3.30pm)
Book your one to one appointment today to avoid missing out
National Resilience Campaign Stakeholder Briefing
The UK Government is launching a major, three-year public information campaign in the Autumn to empower households to take simple steps to prepare for unexpected disruptions.
Defence readiness, civil preparedness and national resilience
As the world becomes more dangerous and contested, both the 2025 Strategic Defence Review (SDR) and the National Security Strategy (NSS) call for a ‘whole of society’ approach to defence and security, including wider societal participation in achieving national resilience.
Parents’ Federation Coffee morning for Unpaid Carers
Calling all unpaid carers caring for someone with a learning disability in the Vale of Glamorgan.
Where: Weatherspoons, Barry, CF62 7AU
When: 12th October 10.30am - 12:00pm
You're invited to the Vale 50+ Strategy Forum Annual General Meeting 2026!
WHEN: Thursday 15 October 2026
TIME: 11:00am to 1:00pm
WHERE: Dunraven Room, Civic Offices, Holton Road, Barry, CF63 4RU
Second Spark Digital Community: Putting Digital Skills and Tools in Local Hands
Second Spark Digital Community CIC exists to make sure no one in the Vale of Glamorgan is left behind by technology, whatever their age or circumstances. Our "Sparks", the people delivering support and the residents we support, are at the heart of everything we do.
Energy Industry Voluntary Redress Scheme
MULTIPLE FUNDS. This core priority aims to help people who are most at risk from cold homes and high energy bills. Occasionally there may be additional priorities linked to a funding round e.g., a specific geographical focus or type of energy consumer.
Amount: Minimum £20,000 up to 100% project cost, no match funding required
Deadline: Funding round currently open - 12 October 2026
Round 3 opens 9 November, closes 23 November 2026
The WCIT Charity
We focus on projects that use tech to improve lives, strengthen charities, increase inclusion, improve education or help people better understand technology.
Amount: £15,000
Deadline: November 3 (or sooner if we reach our cap of 50)
National Deaf Children’s Society – Community Grants
Our grants programme aim to build communities that unite families of deaf children. For parents with a deaf child, having a strong community is vital, particularly during those first few years when families are still finding out what their child needs.
Amount: £10,000
Deadline: Rolling
Cranfield Trust
Information on the charity that other charities come to for free management guidance and advice, training and professional support. A leading provider of consultancy and management support, Cranfield skilled consultants, mentors and advisors can help on a pro bono basis.
Meet the Funder: Benefact & National Churches Trusts
WCVA are pleased to host Benefact Trust and National Churches Trust for an online Meet the Funders event. They will present on the format of funding rounds, explain eligibility criteria and funding priorities, provide some key tips on submitting a strong application and take part in a Q&A session with attendees.
Prepare for winter - Get your flu vaccine
More than a million people in Wales got their flu vaccine last year. This winter, we want to make sure you're protected too.
Working together for better health across south-east Wales
A period of engagement is taking place from 22 Sept -31st Oct 2026. The NHS in south-east Wales is working together to improve healthcare for local people. Please read more and complete the short survey to share your views.
Get Grants FREE Virtual Conference
Join Get Grants on 6th & 7th October 2026 for TWO days of expert fundraising advice, top tips, Q&A’s, networking, peer-support and more!
Free to attend
New table tennis sessions for juniors in Penarth
The Penarth Table Tennis Club is delighted to announce the launch of sessions for young people from Friday 2 October.
Festive Connections Grant
The Festive Connections Programme through the McCarthy Stone Foundation helps people aged 65 and over to feel connected and part of their community during the festive period.
Amount: £750
Deadline: 5pm Thursday 15th October 2026
Easyfundraising Impact Fund
Unrestricted grants are available for not-for-profit organisations to help you fund whatever your organisation needs the most.
Amount: £1,000
Deadline: 8th November 2026
Three national award nominations for Bro Radio
Bro Radio has been named as a finalist in three categories at the 2026 Community Radio Awards, recognising the station’s work to develop new broadcasting talent, create opportunities in the community and deliver ambitious public-interest journalism across Wales.