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Request for 2litre plastic pop bottles - Llantwit Major Garden Project
As part of the Llantwit Major Garden Volunteering Project we are looking to build two greenhouses; one at the new Grange Gardens project and one at Crawshay House.
Bro Radio announces Llantwit Major studio open day
Bro Radio, the local radio station for the Vale of Glamorgan has announced two open-days for its studios within CF61 in Llantwit Major.
Mentee applications open for cross-equalities mentoring programme Equal Power Equal Voice
The new “Equal Power Equal Voice” cross-equalities mentoring programme is now open to application for mentees until the 26th September.
Could you help our Charity by storing our Wheelchair Accessible Power Boat?
We no longer have any Winter storage for our boat and the space would need to be approximately 20ft by 10ft and in the Vale, close to Barry.
HELP GVS DECIDE - How would you prefer to attend GVS’ AGM, virtually or in-person?
The one question survey is intended for GVS member organisations and key partners looking to attend this year’s AGM.
Open Day success for South Wales Bowls and Recreation Centre
The Centre welcomed an exceptionally high number of new visitors of all ages to the arena, ranging from experienced outdoor bowlers to new converts to the sport, all looking for an indoor past-time which would give them an interest and improve their physical and mental well-being.
Access brand new life essentials for free
Giving World are here to help charities get the goods they need to the people that need them. We redirect business end-of-line, surplus and discontinued stock to the most deprived communities in the UK.
Voluntary Sector Resilience Survey
We are seeking to engage the widest range of organisations – from the large to the small, across a variety of activities, and from the length and breadth of Wales.
Solo 200-mile cycle challenge set to raise money for new tennis court and fight against cancer
63 year old Nigel Osborne, Cowbridge Tennis member, is set to take on a 200-mile cycle from Caernarfon to Cowbridge as part of a fundraising bid to raise £15,000 for Cowbridge Tennis Club with a contribution to Prostate Cymru.
Launch of the first ever Men's Shed Toolkit for UK and Ireland
We are excited to launch the first ever Men’s Shed Toolkit for the UK and Ireland; brought to you by Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) and the National Lottery Community Fund.
Trusted charity quality mark moves to new supplier
This is an update on the arrangements for the Trusted Charity quality standard which has now been transferred to a new provider, The Growth Company.
Welsh Government funded project – FREE TRAINING AND SUPPORT
We’d like to give you some very good news about Dangos, the Welsh Government funded project to raise awareness amongst frontline workers about benefits and other financial help for people in need.
Foodshare Llantwit to continue through the summer holidays
For the summer, we just want to let you all know that we are open as usual, there will be no break so please continue to come and use us. As the kids will be at home more, it may be even more valuable to get that additional food that we can offer to your weekly supply!
CMO advice on 21 day review of COVID-19 restrictions: July 2021
Advice presented to First Minister on 21 day review of COVID-19 restrictions.
Forest Bathing at Cwm Talwg Nature Reserve
FOREST BATHING will be held on the first Sunday of each month at 10.30am at Cwm Talwg Local Nature Reserve. Meet at the entrance to the wood opposite the Cwm Talwg Pub, Severn Avenue Barry.
Free commercial printer available for collection
Commercial photocopier (mono and colour) surplus to requirement which is available for any charitable organisation that would benefit from having it.
Call for new members as Barry Community Choir reunites after virtual rehearsals
Members of Barry Community Choir have reunited for rehearsals and we are looking to expand the Choir so that we are able to perform again.
WCVA Futures Exercise Survey 2021 Voluntary Sector Strategic Planning
Live Future Planning survey open for the voluntary sector
GVS attends Great Get Together at CF61
The Great Get Together is an initiative inspired by the late Jo Cox designed to bring people together to celebrate what they have in common.
Barry Beavers Disabled Swimming Club returns to swimming sessions!
Saturday 5th June saw the Barry Beavers club members celebrate their much awaited return to swimming at Barry Leisure Centre, since March 2020.