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Staying away from home? Remember to pack one item that could save your life
People staying away from home should always pack a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm, public health experts advise.
Meet the Funder - Third Sector Capital Fund 2024
We’re happy to announce that there will be an opportunity to learn more about the current Third Sector Capital Fund from the Vale Council through a free online Zoom session, taking place on the 2nd of August at 10 am.
Strengthen community connections to improve health and wellbeing in Wales
We must protect and promote stronger social connections in a rapidly changing world to improve health and wellbeing for all in Wales, public health experts have advised.
Changes to Health Visiting Service-led breastfeeding support groups
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board’s Health Visiting Service has made some changes to its breastfeeding support groups to provide more targeted and equitable support.
Physiotherapy Technician turns walking aids recycling into award-winning project
Physiotherapy Technician Rob Skellett is passionate about the planet. 15 years ago, working on the Trauma Wards at the University Hospital of Wales, he noticed that used crutches, walking sticks and walking frames were being thrown away rather than reused.
Parents urged to sign up for childcare offer before autumn term
A small business owner has urged parents to sign up for the Welsh Government’s Childcare Offer before the autumn term starts.
Arts, Health and Wellbeing Lottery Funding
The aim of this programme is to support partnerships from across the arts, health, social care and third sectors to provide high-quality creative projects that deliver health and wellbeing benefits for the people of Wales.
Barclays Community Football Fund
Grants up to £1000 to hundreds of clubs across the UK to make football more accessible in our communities.
Soup and a Slice
VOICES ADFOCAD are holding Soup and a Slice sessions in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan during August 2024.
ASDA Foundation - Investing in Spaces and Places Grant
Funding up to £25,000 to enable communities across the UK to have a safe space for people to be together.
Skipton Building Society Charitable Foundation
Skipton Building Society Charitable Foundation aims to improve the wellbeing, welfare and education of children and adults in communities throughout the UK by making donations of up to £6,000 to registered charities.
Music for All - Community Project Funding
Music for All are delighted to be able to offer up to £5000 in financial awards as well as donations of instruments to community projects.
Refreshing the Charity Governance Code
Alison Pritchard, Head of Support at WCVA, talks about the value of the Charity Governance Code and why it’s important for Welsh charities to get involved in the current consultation to update it.
Public Health Wales statement on Covid-19 UK Public Inquiry Module 1 Report
The Covid-19 Public Inquiry Module 1 final report, which examines resilience and preparedness for the pandemic across the four UK nations, was published today.
Welsh Government response to latest NHS Wales performance data: May and June 2024
The Welsh Government has responded to the latest NHS performance data published today.
Amelia Trust Farm Summer Events
Amelia Trust Farm are hosting a range of events during the summer holidays for every member of the family to enjoy including your 4-legged friends. Following a major refurbishment, the Green Leaf Café has recently opened its door to visitors who can now enjoy this brand-new space to offer you refreshments during our visit.
Volunteer for Greenlinks Community Transport
Greenlinks Community Transport provides a friendly, professional community travel service at a low cost to individuals and community groups within the Vale of Glamorgan. If you enjoy driving and want to get involved in your local community, then you may be interested in becoming a Greenlinks volunteer driver.
Are you looking to start a voluntary group or charity? GVS can help
Starting something new can be daunting. If you have an idea for a voluntary group or charity then Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) is here to help make it a reality. Our dedicated Governance Officer is able to support with everything from choosing the right structure, writing a constitution, developing policies, registering a charity and much more.
Sign up to GVS’ dedicated and free targeted funding news
Did you know that Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) manages a free e-mail newsletter that is dedicated to providing our members with up-to-date news regarding funding opportunities in the Vale of Glamorgan?