@ Community Volunteer Awards
Search underway for sponsors of 2026 Community Volunteer Awards
Businesses and organisations across Blackburn with Darwen are invited to sponsor the 2026 Community Volunteer Awards. Community CVS and Blackburn with Darwen Council are once again working together to celebrate and recognise the hard work, passion and dedication of the borough’s unsung heroes through these annual awards. The awards celebration Read more
@ Community CVS Business Network
Community CVS Business Network
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 stop there. They valued the relationships they had built and wanted a regular space to Read more
@ AGM
Our AGM
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 the Consultation Exercise on Local Government Reorganisation. Questions and answers informed the members when it Read more
@ AGM
CVS AGM and the national consultation on local government reorganisation in Lancashire
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 invite you to join a conversation about the future of local government and the future Read more
@ Community CVS Business Network
Community CVS Business Network
The Community CVS Business Network is back on Friday 6th February, 10am-12 noon, at our Boulevard Centre in Blackburn. Join us for a morning of connection, collaboration, and inspiration with fantastic speakers. It’s a great opportunity to network, promote, learn, and share – with refreshments provided. ☕ Please get in Read more
@ SENDIASS
Special Education Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) Inspection – Notification
Notification has been received from Ofsted that they are to conduct an Area SEND Inspection in Blackburn with Darwen. The purpose of the inspection is to provide an independent, external evaluation of the effectiveness of the local areas partnership’s arrangements for children and young people with SEND and where appropriate, Read more
@ Community CVS Business Network
Community CVS Business Network – Friday 7th November
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at The Boulevard Centre for another inspiring morning of collaboration, ideas and community connections! Guest speakers included: Attendees also explored collaboration ideas – from accredited volunteer training and ethical recruitment, to wellbeing workshops and shared Christmas appeals. Which can all be Read more
@ Community Volunteer Awards
Celebrating community heroes in Blackburn with Darwen!
The 2025 Community Volunteer Awards winners have been named, in an inspirational awards ceremony that shone a spotlight on the contributions of volunteers in Blackburn with Darwen. Ewood Park hosted the annual event this year, with the BBC’s Graham Liver returning to his role as host. Around 1,200 nominations were Read more
@ Community Accountancy
Coming soon: a brand new Community Accountancy service
Are you a small charity or community organisation feeling overwhelmed by your finances? Starting January 2026, we are offering affordable, bookkeeping services designed specifically for those who need a helping hand. Whether you’re facing funding challenges, struggling to keep up with reporting, or simply need someone to take the pressure off Read more