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.‍‍

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.

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

More than a million people in Wales got their flu vaccine last year. This winter, we want to make sure you're protected too.

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.

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

The Penarth Table Tennis Club is delighted to announce the launch of sessions for young people from Friday 2 October.

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

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

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.

Home Based in Cardiff & the Vale of Glamorgan. £16 per hour.

WCVA are running a series of free events for the sector for Trustees’ Week, which takes place from 9 – 13 November in 2026 and here’s what you can expect.

Supporting enterprising students and people at the beginning of their careers to achieve their ambitions. For example it will support costs associated with being a student, scholarships, business bursaries, work experience/career development. Open to individuals.

Amount: £5000

Deadline: 13th October 2026

Vale’s Adult Learners Learning & Careers Fair. The fair is held in celebration of National Adult Learners Week (21–25 September).

By volunteering in the grotto, you'll be helping to raise vital funds and awareness to ensure no family in Wales lives their child's short life alone.

Funding from the ‘Comic Relief Cwtch Communities’ scheme is strengthening the work of grassroots organisations in Wales and supporting them to deliver social change.

Amount: £15,000 - £35,000

Deadline: 2nd November 5pm

GVS is celebrating a landmark moment, with a record-breaking 15 organisations approved by the Board of Trustees in August 2026. This surge in new members reflects the growing demand for GVS’ trusted, high‑quality support for the local Third Sector. 

Mae gwefan newydd Gwirfoddoli Cymru yn ffordd syml, effeithiol, rhad ac am ddim i fudiadau recriwtio a rheoli gwirfoddolwyr.

The much-improved Volunteering Wales website is a simple, effective and completely free way for organisations to recruit and manage volunteers.

Registration is now open for the Disclosure and Barring Service’s (DBS) annual conference – a FREE event bringing together the safeguarding community to share expertise and drive better protection outcomes.