We’re proud to have played host to a brilliant new initiative from the BwD Youth Awareness Project (YAP), a fantastic local community group featuring our very own Mohammed Kathrada. The YAP provide a “Community Fridge Shed” which is open to service users and the public where support is needed, helping Read more…
The minutes of last week’s Community CVS Network meeting are out now. Additionally, you can find the agenda for the next meeting, taking place on Thursday 26th January 2023, here.
Do you run a volunteer-led community organisation with a great idea which can support recovery in the community and enhance people’s wellbeing? If you answered “yes,” our Community Asset Fund is offering small grants of between £500 and £2000 to enable you to put your plans into action. If you’d like to speak to someone to Read more…
Building Resilience and Supporting Communities Do you have lived experience or the passion and drive to help your local community, charitable organisations or people in recovery. Get involved and access Then get in touch on 01254 583957, by e-mail to Steve Foden or call into the Boulevard Centre 45 Railway Read more…
Applications for the Weston Charity Awards 2023 are officially open thanks to a collaboration between The Garfield Weston Foundation and charity partner, Pilotlight. Now in its ninth year, the Awards offer a unique package of support worth over £22,000 to small charities in the North of England, the Midlands, and Wales. The Read more…
The next meeting of the Community CVS Network will take place on Thursday 24th November between 9.30 and 11.30am in the Community Hub, 35 Railway Road, Blackburn. Guest speakers will be: – You can download the agenda here. Additionally, minutes of October’s meeting can be found here. As ever, there Read more…
We are looking for applicants for the following paid positions with Community CVS: – Training and Relationship Manager (two posts) Summary of post You will work with colleagues and partners to develop and deliver the Upskilling the Health and SocialCare Workforce across Lancashire programme and associated activity to support the Read more…
Volunteers from across Blackburn with Darwen were recognised for their dedication at the annual Community Volunteer Awards at King George’s Hall. Hosted by BBC Radio Lancashire breakfast show star Graham Liver, the awards were presented to people and groups all over the borough who dedicate their lives to helping others Read more…
“Very positive experience. The venue and décor was really good. Entertainment was good.” “Venue was lovely and the room decor was amazing, the centrepieces and table dressings especially” “The event was well organised and flowed really well.” “ A fantastic event, Well Done” “thank you for a lovely evening :)” “The Read more…
