AVOW Wellbeing Hub Launch by Tim Johnson AVOW were thrilled to be at the launch of the Hwb Lles Wrecsam / Wellbeing Hub Wrexham yesterday afternoon - our Chief Officer, Dawn Roberts-McCabe, gave a … [Read more...] about Hwb Lles Wrecsam / Wellbeing Hub Wrexham Launch, 05/10/22
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External: VOLUNTEER Driver (Plas Madoc community) With We Are Plas Madoc (WAPM), ongoing opportunity
We Are Plas Madoc (WAPM) needs volunteer drivers to join their Community Transport team; there's a constantly increasing demand from the community requiring transport, do you have a few hours a week … [Read more...] about External: VOLUNTEER Driver (Plas Madoc community) With We Are Plas Madoc (WAPM), ongoing opportunity
Gift Aid Awareness Day 2022 Thursday 6th October 2022
GAAD Twitter 2022 by Tim Johnson Since 2018, charities across the UK have been taking to social media for one day every October to share the #TickTheBox message with donors, supporters, volunteers … [Read more...] about Gift Aid Awareness Day 2022 Thursday 6th October 2022
Housing Justice Cymru: Homes for Ukraine Project Support Sessions & Host Helpline, published 29/09/22
They have also recently launched their Host Helpline, which is now operational (09:00 – 8:00 on weekdays and 09:00 – 12:00 at weekends): 01654 550 550 Please click here to see the dates for their … [Read more...] about Housing Justice Cymru: Homes for Ukraine Project Support Sessions & Host Helpline, published 29/09/22
Coalfields Community Trust: Fast Track Programme Capital funding in Wales, published 29/09/2022
The Coalfields Community Fast Track Programme in Wales can award capital funding from £500 up to £2000 and is funded by Welsh Government. The aim of this programme is to support community and … [Read more...] about Coalfields Community Trust: Fast Track Programme Capital funding in Wales, published 29/09/2022
Welcome Jane Edwards, AVOW Community Support Hub Officer!
AVOW has recently brought Jane Edwards on board as our Community Support Hub Officer! Jane has worked with the public throughout her career and over the past 14 years has worked directly with … [Read more...] about Welcome Jane Edwards, AVOW Community Support Hub Officer!
Minister for Social Justice visits ‘The Land’ AVOW Press Release, 28/09/22
On Friday the 23rd of September the Minister for Social Justice, Jane Hutt MS, visited the Association of Voluntary Organisations in Wrexham (AVOW) Play Team and Community Development Team at ‘The … [Read more...] about Minister for Social Justice visits ‘The Land’ AVOW Press Release, 28/09/22
Charity Commission Chair visits AVOW AVOW Press Release, 28/09/22
The Chair of the Charity Commission, Orlando Fraser KC, visited the Association of Voluntary Organisations in Wrexham’s (AVOW) offices at Tŷ AVOW, Wrexham on Wednesday the 21st of September … [Read more...] about Charity Commission Chair visits AVOW AVOW Press Release, 28/09/22
First Minister of Wales as guest speaker for AVOW’s AGM, 2022 AVOW Press Release, 26/09/22
The Annual General Meeting of the Association of Voluntary Organisations in Wrexham (AVOW), attended by approximately one hundred members and guests, was held at the Glanrafon Conference Hall, Coleg … [Read more...] about First Minister of Wales as guest speaker for AVOW’s AGM, 2022 AVOW Press Release, 26/09/22
The AVOW Sponsored Walk 2022 has been postponed! Published 15/09/22
We are sad to announce that our Sponsored Walk, originally planned to take place on the 24th of September 2022, has been postponed until Spring 2023: This is to avoid clashing with other popular … [Read more...] about The AVOW Sponsored Walk 2022 has been postponed! Published 15/09/22
AVOW Impact Report | Adroddiad Effaith 2021 – 2022 Published 23/09/22
From the year 2020 - 2021 forwards, the title of Annual Review has been changed to 'Impact Report.' "There is great significance in changing the title from Annual Review to Impact Report for the … [Read more...] about AVOW Impact Report | Adroddiad Effaith 2021 – 2022 Published 23/09/22
Rest in Peace, HRH Queen Elizabeth II Published 09/09/22
Our thoughts are with the family of Her Royal Highness, who led an extraordinary life of service. Rest in Peace, Queen Elizabeth II. “I know of no single formula for success. But over the years I … [Read more...] about Rest in Peace, HRH Queen Elizabeth II Published 09/09/22
Support for the Homeless Charities and Hospices (England and Wales) From CRASH, published 30/08/22
To be eligible for support, organisations must be: A registered charity Have legal hold on the building in question Either freehold or lease for at least 5 years And the building is … [Read more...] about Support for the Homeless Charities and Hospices (England and Wales) From CRASH, published 30/08/22
Funding to Improve Online Digital Presence for Small Charities (UK) The Fat Beehive Foundation, published 30/08/22
Funding will help organisations to build websites and apps, digitise services, and purchase digital products. Priority will be given to projects which focus on: Environmental protection or … [Read more...] about Funding to Improve Online Digital Presence for Small Charities (UK) The Fat Beehive Foundation, published 30/08/22
Grants of up to £50,000 Available for Community Projects (UK) From Aviva, published 30/08/22
Aviva wants to support projects that boost the resilience of communities in the face of uncertainty and will be supporting projects in two key areas: Climate Action: Promoting healthy, thriving … [Read more...] about Grants of up to £50,000 Available for Community Projects (UK) From Aviva, published 30/08/22
External: VOLUNTEER Trustee Vacancies With Hope House Children's Hospices
Hope House Children's Hospices are looking for amazing people who can join their trustee team! It’s the dedication and passion of all their people to care for local children and their families that … [Read more...] about External: VOLUNTEER Trustee Vacancies With Hope House Children's Hospices
Vodafone: Charities Connected Free connectivity for registered UK charities
Any charity in the UK can apply for free connectivity to help vulnerable individuals and families get online and improve its own digital capability, under a new initiative from Vodafone. The … [Read more...] about Vodafone: Charities Connected Free connectivity for registered UK charities
The Beacon Lodge Charitable Trust Grants for registered charities promoting the care, safety & upbringing of children
Safeguarding Statement Beacon Lodge Charitable Trust believes that it is unacceptable for children, young people, and adults to experience abuse of any kind. The Trust is committed to conducting its … [Read more...] about The Beacon Lodge Charitable Trust Grants for registered charities promoting the care, safety & upbringing of children
Grants of up to £60,000 available to support disadvantaged communities, UK From the Henry Smith Charity, published 19/08/22
The Henry Smith Charity's Strengthening Communities programme focuses on supporting the running costs of organisations working at a grassroots level, to ensure that funding reaches the most … [Read more...] about Grants of up to £60,000 available to support disadvantaged communities, UK From the Henry Smith Charity, published 19/08/22
Digital Skills Course for Disabled Adults Aged 16-25 From Leonard Cheshire, published 17/08/22
Leonard Cheshire are currently working with John Lewis in your area to deliver a completely free, 8-module course for young disabled adults aged 16-25: This course is tailor-made and flexible for your … [Read more...] about Digital Skills Course for Disabled Adults Aged 16-25 From Leonard Cheshire, published 17/08/22
Funding for Projects Connecting People & Communities to Heritage From the National Heritage Fund, published 16/08/22
Grants of between £3,000 and £10,000 are available to not-for-profit organisations and private owners of heritage across the UK for projects connecting people and communities to UK heritage. As a … [Read more...] about Funding for Projects Connecting People & Communities to Heritage From the National Heritage Fund, published 16/08/22
Funding to Improve the Lives of Vulnerable Young People From Buttle UK, published 16/08/22
Grants of up to £2,000 are available to support the needs of vulnerable children and young people who have experienced a recent crisis or change in life, that has had a significant impact on their … [Read more...] about Funding to Improve the Lives of Vulnerable Young People From Buttle UK, published 16/08/22
Funding for Projects that Support Disadvantaged and Disengaged Young People (England & Wales) From the Peter Cruddas Foundation, published 15/08/22
The Peter Cruddas Foundation provides funding for projects that benefit disadvantaged and disengaged young people in England and Wales. The Foundation gives priority to programmes calculated to help … [Read more...] about Funding for Projects that Support Disadvantaged and Disengaged Young People (England & Wales) From the Peter Cruddas Foundation, published 15/08/22
Nineveh Charitable Trust Project Funding Towards Awareness of the Countryside and Environment
UK-based schools and not-for-profit organisations can apply for funding to the Nineveh Charitable Trust for a broad range of projects and activities that promote a better understanding of the … [Read more...] about Nineveh Charitable Trust Project Funding Towards Awareness of the Countryside and Environment
Touchwood Bowling Club for the Visually Impaired Wednesday mornings between April and September, 10:30 - 12:30
Touchwood Bowling Club for the Visually Impaired meets on Wednesday mornings between April and September, 10:30 - 12:30 at Bradley Park Bowling Club, Nr. Wrexham! The game is adapted to suit … [Read more...] about Touchwood Bowling Club for the Visually Impaired Wednesday mornings between April and September, 10:30 - 12:30
AVOW Influencers / AVOW Dylanwadwyr (Bilingual) Volunteering opportunities for young people!
English/Saesneg (Please scroll down for Cymraeg/Welsh) Are you curious about your community? Would you like to meet new people and find new experiences? Have you got a few hours a month to … [Read more...] about AVOW Influencers / AVOW Dylanwadwyr (Bilingual) Volunteering opportunities for young people!
TCC Campaign: Changing Places for Wales Issued 19/07/22
TCC (Together Creating Communities / Trefnu Cymunedol Cymru) tackles social injustice by supporting diverse communities to gain the power they need to enact change. They do this through community … [Read more...] about TCC Campaign: Changing Places for Wales Issued 19/07/22
Community Foundation Wales: Available Funding Opportunities As of 26/07/22
Community Foundation Wales currently have the following funding opportunities available: Fund for Wales - no deadline and is open all year Denbighshire Community Endowment Fund - next deadline … [Read more...] about Community Foundation Wales: Available Funding Opportunities As of 26/07/22
Welcome Jo Young, AVOW Funding & Grants Officer!
Jo has spent all but two years of her professional life working in the third sector undertaking a wide range of roles: From directly working with a variety of funding bodies including grants, trusts, … [Read more...] about Welcome Jo Young, AVOW Funding & Grants Officer!
External: Carer Support Worker With Crossroads Care Services, ongoing post
Location: Wrexham and the surrounding area (full driving licence & car owner essential) Salary: 10.29 per hour / plus travel time / plus mileage allowance (various shift patterns) Benefits … [Read more...] about External: Carer Support Worker With Crossroads Care Services, ongoing post