To support individuals, organisations and communities to achieve their full potential
For CVS to lead positive social, economic and environmental change transforming how the VCFSE Sector works collaboratively with the public and private sectors.
For CVS to be a valued community partner, recognized as the lead local infrastructure support organisation for communities within Blackburn with Darwen and elsewhere.
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A Case Study in Business Growth and Collaboration Across Lancashire Background When the Boost Flying Start programme came to an end, many of the businesses involved told us they did not want the connections to Read more…
On Thursday 12th February, we held our AGM at Eanam Wharf Business Enterprise Centre. We were happy to welcome Cllr Phil Riley, Leader of BwD Borough Council as guest speaker who explained the importance of Read more…
Hi CVS members and VCFSE Sector organisations CVS UPDATE ON THE AGM Further to the formal notice of the CVS AGM, which was issued in January 2026, I would like to update you all and Read more…