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Make Blue badge Applications Lifelong for individuals who have a lifelong diagnosis
We need your help - We need Wales to come together to make this happen. STAND NW CIC together with our parent led 'Stand for Change' Group have a petition with The Senedd to make blue badge applications lifelong for individuals who have a lifelong diagnosis.
Getting Involved in Volunteering…
We have just celebrated Volunteers Week in its 39th year, a chance to thank volunteers for their contribution to volunteering. Have you ever thought about getting involved in volunteering but are not sure what opportunities are out there or what you have to do to get involved?
‘Creating Great Communities’ All Wales 1-day Conference
5th July 2023 – Leonardo Hotel Cardiff (formerly Jury’s Inn)10am – 3.30pm. Refreshments and buffet lunch provided
Barry Camera Club Host Yet Another Very Successful Barrian Cup
On Saturday 10 June, Barry Camera Club hosted its 25th Barrian Cup. A prestigious annual event where Camera Clubs and Photographic Societies from all over Wales and the West of England come to St. Francis Millennium Hall in Barry to compete for this annual competition of printed photographic images.
The Hilden Charitable Fund
We fund smaller UK-based organisations delivering projects within the UK to support social justice and to tackle disadvantage in specific areas of focus - providing unrestricted, core or project funding.
THINK Transport Issues in Rural Communities Small Project Fund
Funding to support the creation of healthy rural communities.
Bupa Foundation Green Community Grants
Bupa Foundation Green Community Grants support practical projects which help both people and planet health through funding amounts between £250 and £2,500.
Updated guidance on internal financial controls for trustees
The Charity Commission has recently updated its guidance on financial controls to include risks presented by newer technology, such as cryptoassets.
Welfare Benefits Adviser Vacancy at Shelter Cymru
Location: Flexible
Hours: 35 per week
Salary: £25,342 per annum
Closing Date: 20 June 2023
Housing Law Caseworker Vacancy With Shelter Cymru
Location: Cardiff office
Location: 35 hours per week
Location: £25,342 per annum
Closing Date: 20 June 2023
Senior Advice Online Editor (AOL) Vacancy with Shelter Cymru
Location: Flexible
Hours: 35 per week
Salary: £27,320 per annum
Closing Date: 19 June 2023
Interview Date: w/c 26 June 2023
Monthly Peer Support Group for Arthritis & MSK conditions
Event: Peer Support Group for Arthritis & MSK conditions
Location: Thornhill Church, Excalibur Drive, Thornhill, Cardiff, CF14 9GA
Date: 3rd Tuesday of every month
Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
St Athan Clothes Bank operating in St Athan and Llantwit Major
The St Athan Clothes Bank is delighted to be expanding to a weekly service in St Athan from 14th June. This enhanced service will be held in The Gathering Place each Wednesday from 10am til 1pm and will operate alongside the Community Cafe. This enhanced service at St Athan is in addition to the established busy weekly service at CF61 in Llantwit Major on Thursdays between 12.30 and 2 pm.
The third round of the Community Ownership Fund is now open!
The Community Ownership Fund helps voluntary and community organisations to buy or renovate assets, such as pubs, sports clubs, theatres, and post office buildings, so they can continue to play a central role in towns and villages across the UK.
National Blood Donor Week (12-18 June) and World Blood Donor Day (14 June)
This week is National Blood Donor Week!❤️🩸Did you know, one donation can save up to 3 people's lives!Please help @WelshBloodService by sharing this message or booking a lifesaving appointment today
Job Vacancy with Newydd - Digital Support Assistant
35 Hours - Permanent. Hybrid working based in Tongwynlais, Cardiff with some travel across our housing stock areas. £20,247 to £21,312. Closing date for applications: midnight Sunday 25 June 2023. Interview date: Wednesday 12 July 2023
GVS TRAINING - Being a Trustee - learn the essentials of running a voluntary group or charity
Being a trustee can be a daunting prospect, particularly if a person has no previous experience. This training session is there to provide an informal overview of the role and responsibility of being a trustee.
Upcoming Meet the Funder event - The Millennium Stadium Trust
If you’re involved in running a voluntary group, charity or social enterprise, you might be interested in learning more about funding opportunities available through The Millennium Stadium Trust. It supports projects in the Arts, Community, Sport and the Environment with capital funding of up to £2,500 (local) and £7,500 (regional).
Social relationships are key to the good health of older people.
Public health experts in Wales are highlighting the importance of providing opportunities for older people to be more socially active to protect their health. Researchers at Public Health Wales have looked at how the Covid-19 pandemic and on-going cost of living challenges have impacted the social networks of older people.