2023 is a new year and we have introduced new rules and a new form for the Blackburn with Darwen Community Fund. Hope this is clear. The deadline for the next round is 12 noon on Monday 13th February and the dates for the rounds during the rest of the year Read more…
The Multipave Community Fund has been set up to help fund or volunteer in projects that will directly benefit and support the local population. Whether you would benefit from a financial contribution, or volunteers to help, they want to hear from you! Organisations in Blackburn with Darwen can apply for Read more…
The next meeting of the Community CVS Network will take place on Thursday 26th January from 9.30 to 11.30am at the Boulevard Centre, 45 Railway Road. Agenda For more information please contact Donna Talbot on 01254 583957 or via e-mail. (Photo: Christina Morillo via Pexels.)
Sport England have announced the return of their Small Grants Programme, offering awards of up to £15,000 – a 50% increase on the previous maximum amount. The fund will run until the end of June and will prioritise funding projects that can make the biggest difference to people that need Read more…
Saving Lives is a brand new drop-in, for anyone who is stressed, fed up or lonely. The first session will be taking place between 6 and 8pm on Monday 9th January at our Community Hub (35 Railway Road). Please feel free to come along for a brew and a chat Read more…
Happy New Year from all of us at Community CVS. We hope that, together, we can make 2023 that much better for all the people in our communities. One of the ways we feel we can achieve this is through the launch of our brand new free Community Volunteer Training Read more…
Alcohol Rehab Help have a wide variety of useful information on alcoholism and the many health conditions which can arise as a result of alcoholism. Their page on Stomach Pain After Drinking, written by Vince Ayaga and reviewed by Dr. P.E. Pancoast, focusses on alcoholic gastritis and other conditions affecting Read more…
Location: 5 Market Way, The Mall, Blackburn Cash Desk Volunteer Could you be the friendly face of your local British Heart Foundation shop? With support around you and full training provided, you will be processing sales through the till as a cashier, talking to customers and thanking every donor – Read more…
Selnet are delighted to finally announce the rescheduled date and invite you to join them for their first in-person networking Expo event! This informal yet important day is designed to help you come together with like-minded businesses all striving for social good. Link to book: bit.ly/3ge79gY
The Volunteer Centre team were among the participants at yesterday’s (Monday 12th December) Spark Mini-Team Winter Challenge at Witton Arena. Here are a few photos to commemorate this fun event, which featured representatives from a wide range of recovery support organisations.