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

Former children’s commissioner Sally Holland will chair the independent assessment of all maternity and neonatal services in Wales.

The Penarth Ageing Well Club (PAWC) is excited to announce a new location for its weekly meetings.

National Garden Scheme Community Gardens Award provides funding to amateur gardeners from community groups in England and Wales to create a garden or similar project with horticultural focus for the benefit of their local community.

Applications for 2026 Community Garden Grants will open on Monday 15 September, 2025 and close at 12 noon on 20th October 2025 and only the first 300 eligible submissions will be considered for a grant.

If you are looking for training, support, volunteering or a job; pop along and chat to the stall holders

The Carers’ Support & Information Network Group (CSING) is a multi-agency group which used to meet to share information and highlight issues about health and social care services for carers. The network focuses on Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan. GVS wishes to revitalise and renew this network.

New modelling from Public Health Wales projects that there will be around 24,000 new cancer cases* in Wales identified in 2035, a projected increase of 11 per cent from 2025. 

Led by qualified Occupational Therapists, our friendly and welcoming groups are designed to boost wellbeing, confidence, and connection. Whether you want to try new activities, rediscover old hobbies, or simply meet new people in a supportive environment, CwmpasOT offers something for everyone. Come along, share a laugh, and enjoy meaningful activities that make a real difference.

Bowel Cancer UK is delighted to share that their bowel cancer signs and symptoms Z-cards are now available in Polish, Romanian, and Punjabi, alongside English and Welsh — with more languages planned in the near future.

This role is ideal for someone who likes driving and getting out and about and can make our veterans feel at ease along the journey.

Use your social media skills to help raise the profile of this organisation.

Securing funding can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. Whether you’re a small community group or a well-established charity, a well-written funding bid is your key to unlocking resources that make your work possible. This article provides with some practical tips, and common pitfalls to avoid, so that you can give your applications the best chance of success

Are you ready to lead a thriving organisation and make a lasting impact in the Vale of Glamorgan? Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) is looking for a new Chief Executive to build on a remarkable legacy and guide the charity into its next era.

This National Lottery funding aims to improve children and their caregivers’ health and wellbeing in Wales. They're looking for partnership projects that do this by helping children and caregivers connect with the natural environment.

GVS is delighted to announce a new series of training courses designed to empower local third sector and partner organisations. Our programme offers practical skills to help you boost efficiency, enhance impact, and ensure best practices. 

In the Spotlight this month is Jacob Parkinson, a Local Counter Fraud Specialist for the Health Board. His role focuses on safeguarding NHS resources, supporting staff in preventing fraud, and helping ensure public funds are used responsibly.

The Principality Retrofit for the Future Fund aims to improve energy efficiency in Wales by providing grants of up to £25,000 for organisations retrofitting buildings or purchasing eco-friendly equipment.

Starting a new charity is an exciting and meaningful journey - but it can also feel overwhelming. As a trustee, you're responsible for steering your organisation through legal, financial, and operational challenges.

The DPJ also delivers free training sessions that have been specifically developed for farming communities and those who support them. They include sessions on mental health awareness, bereavement, grief, and suicide prevention.

The National Lottery Heritage Grants funding programme is open – if you have an idea for a project in Wales, they would love to hear from you. Multiple grants are available from £10,000 up to £10m.