The Welsh Government has announced a new loan fund to support not for profit organisations in Wales to bring properties into community ownership. The loans, administered by Social Investment Cymru, … [Read more...] about The Community Asset Loan Fund – Coming Soon!
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AVOW Rebrand: External Brand Guidelines Logo Usage & Download Links
These are AVOW's new External Brand Guidelines, for anyone who may need to use our new branding in their own materials! They detail how our new logo is to be used for both digital and print … [Read more...] about AVOW Rebrand: External Brand Guidelines Logo Usage & Download Links
Wrexham Community Lottery: Update & Details 1st Draw: 18th December 2021
The Wrexham Community Lottery has gone live, with ticket sales commencing from the 16th of November: Already, over 150 tickets have been sold, and there are over 31 approved causes playing for the … [Read more...] about Wrexham Community Lottery: Update & Details 1st Draw: 18th December 2021
Two New Forms of Funding Available! The National Lottery Community Fund & The Co-op Foundation
Two new forms of funding are now available! 1. The Platinum Jubilee Fund (The National Lottery Community Fund) The Platinum Jubilee celebrates 70 years of Her Majesty The Queen’s reign and to mark … [Read more...] about Two New Forms of Funding Available! The National Lottery Community Fund & The Co-op Foundation
Wrexham Community Lottery Update: Go Live Launch to Public AVOW Press Release
From Tuesday 16th November 2021, tickets will be available online for the Wrexham Community Lottery for your chance to scoop a £25,000 jackpot and help local good causes. The first draw takes place … [Read more...] about Wrexham Community Lottery Update: Go Live Launch to Public AVOW Press Release
Major Announcement: AVOW Rebrand New Logo Release
AVOW is rebranding! We’re getting a fresh redesign with a new logo, typefaces, and colours – all designed and handpicked with visual accessibility in mind. Please apply to AVOW for approval before … [Read more...] about Major Announcement: AVOW Rebrand New Logo Release
Welsh Government Funding: Third Sector Local Grants
"Today the Minister has announced additional funding for the current financial year." Please view the PDF document here: ‘Providing additional investment in third sector early intervention and … [Read more...] about Welsh Government Funding: Third Sector Local Grants
Wrexham Community Lottery Update 1st Draw: 18th December 2021
Join Wrexham Community Lottery and raise money for your community group! Tickets go on sale on 16th November, and the first draw is 18th December. Join the lottery at no cost to your group and see … [Read more...] about Wrexham Community Lottery Update 1st Draw: 18th December 2021
Youth Led Grants 2021 – 2022
What would you do with £1,000? The Youth-Led Grants aim to support small volunteering projects and activities, led, and carried out by young people. This year’s grants are based on the seven … [Read more...] about Youth Led Grants 2021 – 2022
Third Sector Resilience Fund Phase 3
Survive and thrive support for voluntary organisations in Wales during the Covid-19 pandemic. Charities and voluntary organisations in Wales are facing existing and new challenges as they deal with … [Read more...] about Third Sector Resilience Fund Phase 3
Tackling Food Poverty Small Grant Scheme
AVOW has been successful in securing funding that benefits residents across the whole of the County Borough. The overall aim of the funding will be to help support organisations that help people … [Read more...] about Tackling Food Poverty Small Grant Scheme
Memorial Donations for Former Chairman, John Leece-Jones from AVOW
Memorial donations for former chairman, John Leece-Jones will go towards something that would be a fitting memorial in our community. This month, the Association of Voluntary Organisations in Wrexham … [Read more...] about Memorial Donations for Former Chairman, John Leece-Jones from AVOW
Congratulations to John Gallanders BEM, Chief Officer of AVOW
Chief Officer of AVOW, John Gallanders, has been awarded a British Empire Medal in honour of his continued service to the community across Wrexham County Borough. John was nominated for the honour … [Read more...] about Congratulations to John Gallanders BEM, Chief Officer of AVOW
Local Assistance During COVID with AVOW
Our Covid19 email account is now closed. Our Helpdesk is now closed For further assistance for local carers and further support please see the information below. If your enquiry is urgent then … [Read more...] about Local Assistance During COVID with AVOW
WCVA: The difference we made in 2019 / 2020
WCVA has published its annual report for 2019/20 – featuring stories from across the sector, statistics, and more. At times of crisis, voluntary organisations and volunteers are more essential than … [Read more...] about WCVA: The difference we made in 2019 / 2020
New Home Visiting Service
Vision Support is now offering their Home Visiting Service for people with vision impairment in Wrexham, Conwy, Flintshire and Denbighshire. During the current pandemic situation, our Home Visitors … [Read more...] about New Home Visiting Service
BAME Helpline Wales is Now Open!
BAME Helpline Wales advisors can: Signpost to relevant organisations and services in your area. Provide specialist employment advice Signpost and refer to specialist organisations. … [Read more...] about BAME Helpline Wales is Now Open!
Ofsted Report into Children Hardest Hi by COVID-19
Ofsted has published its second report on the effects of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic across the sectors it inspects and regulates. Ofsted’s second report into the impact of the pandemic … [Read more...] about Ofsted Report into Children Hardest Hi by COVID-19
AVOW Pledge to Zero-Tolerance to Racism in Wales
AVOW has signed-up for Zero Racism Wales' Zero-tolerance approach policy. Zero-tolerance to Racism in Wales Show your support for a zero-tolerance approach to racism in Wales. Zero Racism Wales … [Read more...] about AVOW Pledge to Zero-Tolerance to Racism in Wales
New voluntary sector ‘Knowledge Hub’ launched! Published 19/10/20
'Knowledge Hub' gives voluntary organisations in Wales easy access to a range of online information, networking and learning. Third Sector Support Wales partners have launched a new bank of online … [Read more...] about New voluntary sector ‘Knowledge Hub’ launched! Published 19/10/20
Women in Innovation Awards 2020-2021
The 2020-21 Awards aim to fund and support 10 inspirational female entrepreneurs with innovative ideas and ambitious plans. Female founders, co-founders and senior decision makers within UK registered … [Read more...] about Women in Innovation Awards 2020-2021
A digital special health authority for Wales
Digital health and Care Wales will be a new special health authority to deliver national digital, data and technology services for health and care in Wales. This consultation seeks views on: … [Read more...] about A digital special health authority for Wales
Judicial mandatory retirement age: Welsh judicial offices
Welsh Government is consulting on whether the Ministry of Justice's proposals to raise the judicial mandatory retirement age should also apply to devolved judicial offices in Wales: the President of … [Read more...] about Judicial mandatory retirement age: Welsh judicial offices
Compassionate Leadership Principles Consultation Phase 2
You may recall that in early 2020 we circulated a consultation on the draft ‘Compassionate Leadership Principles for Health and Social Care in Wales’. During our consultation period, there has been an … [Read more...] about Compassionate Leadership Principles Consultation Phase 2
Mentally Healthy Schools expands free site to Wales
Mentally Healthy Schools is expanding its resources to support primary schools in Wales. For the first time, the site will provide schools with resources and information to address the curriculum in … [Read more...] about Mentally Healthy Schools expands free site to Wales
BME Skills Project Officer Anna with AVOW and EYST
During the pandemic, AVOW has welcomed a new team member to our BME Skills Project: Hello from Anna Hello, my name is Anna, and I am a BME Skills Project Officer based in Wrexham. I have studied … [Read more...] about BME Skills Project Officer Anna with AVOW and EYST
Coronavirus Community Health Council Survey with Community Health Council
Your Community Health Council would like to hear from you: During the coronavirus pandemic, one of the ways people can share their views and experiences with your Community Health Council is by … [Read more...] about Coronavirus Community Health Council Survey with Community Health Council
Self-Harm Information Service Call-out
Self-injury Support has been running UK-wide emotional support services around self-harm for over 30 years and we've always wanted to run a complementary information/navigation service … [Read more...] about Self-Harm Information Service Call-out
Infoengine: updated ‘How To’ Registration Guide with Infoengine
Have you registered on Infoengine, Wales' online directory of Third Sector services? Join thousands of others. Registering takes no more than 10 minutes and can make a huge difference to someone's … [Read more...] about Infoengine: updated ‘How To’ Registration Guide with Infoengine
Digital Communications Survey from Children in Wales & Young Wales
Children in Wales and Young Wales are currently undertaking a Digital Transformation Project to change the way that we communicate with our membership followers. We will be reviewing all of our … [Read more...] about Digital Communications Survey from Children in Wales & Young Wales
Have your say on plans for a new Mental Health Unit at Glan Clwyd Hospital with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)
Plans for a new inpatient mental health unit in Denbighshire have gone on display to the public. People are invited to share their feedback on Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board’s plans for … [Read more...] about Have your say on plans for a new Mental Health Unit at Glan Clwyd Hospital with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)
Supporting Disabled Children, Young People and Adults Throughout North Wales with FDF Centre for Independent Living
What do we do? TheFDF Centre for Independent Living( formerly Flintshire Disability Forum) has been supporting disabled people of all ages for more than 20 years, in 2017 we became a Centre for … [Read more...] about Supporting Disabled Children, Young People and Adults Throughout North Wales with FDF Centre for Independent Living
Ensuring everyone’s voice is heard at Welsh Elections 2021 with WCVA
Do you work with people who need to be heard in next year’s election? The Electoral Reform Society Cymru is putting together an Election Engagement Working Group ahead of the Senedd elections in … [Read more...] about Ensuring everyone’s voice is heard at Welsh Elections 2021 with WCVA
Local Places for Nature with Keep Wales Tidy
Time is running out to apply for free garden packages from Keep Wales Tidy! Do you know an area in your community that could do with a little TLC? Applications are still open for Local Places … [Read more...] about Local Places for Nature with Keep Wales Tidy
Social Care Priorities for Older People and Carers with Health and Care Research Wales & Social Care Wales
Health and Care Research Wales and Social Care Wales recently asked people for their comments and questions about social care and support for older people in Wales. Please take part in the survey … [Read more...] about Social Care Priorities for Older People and Carers with Health and Care Research Wales & Social Care Wales
Wrexham Children & Young People’s Wellbeing Network with AVOW
The Wrexham Children & Young People’s Well-being Network brings together groups and organisations operating in the Wrexham County Borough that contribute to the well-being of children and young … [Read more...] about Wrexham Children & Young People’s Wellbeing Network with AVOW
Get Checked Out North Wales with Learning Disability Transformation
A message from Paul Hosker, Health Lead for Learning Disability Transformation: We are delighted to announce the welsh version of our new website Get Checked Out - Gofalwch am Eich Iechydn is now … [Read more...] about Get Checked Out North Wales with Learning Disability Transformation
Update from Caniad
Caniad are still here and collecting your valuable feedback on service delivery from service users/patients, carers, and families. We would welcome a discussion with you about your experiences with … [Read more...] about Update from Caniad
Women In Need Getting Support (W.I.N.G.S) Wrexham
W.I.N.G.S Wrexham is a community project aimed at supporting girls and young women, by providing free sanitary products. W.I.N.G.S Wrexham supply sanitary boxes for a number of agencies across Wrexham … [Read more...] about Women In Need Getting Support (W.I.N.G.S) Wrexham
Enabling changes to Welsh tax legislation with Welsh Government
Welsh Government are consulting on what the right tools are to ensure Welsh Ministers can make changes to the “Welsh Tax Acts” at short notice in the following circumstances: to stop avoidance or … [Read more...] about Enabling changes to Welsh tax legislation with Welsh Government
Draft Tertiary Education and Research Bill Consultation with Welsh Government
This consultation gives stakeholders the opportunity to contribute to the proposals set out in the draft Tertiary Education and Research (Wales) Bill. The aim of the Draft Bill is to provide a clear … [Read more...] about Draft Tertiary Education and Research Bill Consultation with Welsh Government
Local Places for Nature with Keep Wales Tidy
Do you know an area in your community that needs a little TLC? Keep Wales Tidy, the charity supporting a clean and safe Welsh environment, has got hundreds of free garden packages to give away to … [Read more...] about Local Places for Nature with Keep Wales Tidy
Knife Crime with Children in Wales
Start: 11.08.20 9:30 am End: 11.08.20 12:30 pm Venue: Online Organiser: Children in Wales Price: £50.00 – £85.00 Book online: to book your place please visit the Children in Wales … [Read more...] about Knife Crime with Children in Wales
Gambling Support Service North and Mid Wales
Citizens Advice Denbighshire Gambling Support Service is still running remotely, offering free training to all organisations across the North & Mid Wales via Zoom and Google Meet. If your … [Read more...] about Gambling Support Service North and Mid Wales
Knife Crime Survey with Wrexham County Borough Council (WCBC)
In 2019, members of UK Youth Parliament voted ‘Put an End to Knife Crime – too many young people’s lives are lost to knife crime, the government needs to do more to help end the knife crime epidemic’ … [Read more...] about Knife Crime Survey with Wrexham County Borough Council (WCBC)
Covid Conversations with Betsi Cadwaladr
The time in lockdown has been very difficult for everyone. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board would like to hear from you about your health experiences during this phase of the Coronavirus … [Read more...] about Covid Conversations with Betsi Cadwaladr
Non-Emergency Patient Transport with Welsh Ambulance Service
You could be eligible for transport to hospital appointments. Do you or somebody you know experience difficulty travelling to hospital appointments? If yes, you or they could be eligible for … [Read more...] about Non-Emergency Patient Transport with Welsh Ambulance Service
School and Community-based Counselling Operating Toolkit with Welsh Government
The School-based Counselling Operating Toolkit was first published in 2011. At the time, the toolkit built on the School-based Counselling Services in Wales - A National Strategy (2008). Together, the … [Read more...] about School and Community-based Counselling Operating Toolkit with Welsh Government
C.O.P.E. Project with NEWCIS
C.O.P.E. is our NEWCIS project which aims to support carers to access training, education, volunteering and/or employment. We have a ‘Focus on….’ next week, Mon 22nd – Fri 26th, information about the … [Read more...] about C.O.P.E. Project with NEWCIS
NHS Birthday Cake Competition with Awyr Las/Blue Sky
Calling all fondant fanciers, royal icing rock stars and whipped cream wizards – get involved in the Awyr Las, North Wales NHS Charity Cake Decorating Competition 2020! The online cake decorating … [Read more...] about NHS Birthday Cake Competition with Awyr Las/Blue Sky
Polish Domestic Violence Helpline for Wales with Vesta SFS
Support available from Vesta SFS: We offer support to victims and perpetrators during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Service is provided by Polish-speaking IDVAs, probation officer and counsellors … [Read more...] about Polish Domestic Violence Helpline for Wales with Vesta SFS
Welsh Government Consultation
Welsh Government want your views on amendments to the rules for the conduct of elections to Senedd Cymru (formerly known as the National Assembly for Wales). This order reflects the changes to the … [Read more...] about Welsh Government Consultation
A New Website for Carers
The Care Quality Network is an expanding network of health and social care professionals working together to support the continual improvement of quality in care. We welcome the fact that social care … [Read more...] about A New Website for Carers
Time for Change Support for Polish Clients from Vesta SFS
We are pleased to announce our new project for Polish people living in Wrexham and Flintshire. Please feel free to share it within your networks. "Time for Change" is a project is for Polish adults … [Read more...] about Time for Change Support for Polish Clients from Vesta SFS
Emotional S.O.S with Vesta SFS
Virtual Epilepsy Support Group with Epilepsy Action Cymru
All of us are worried about coronavirus (COVID-19) and how it will affect us and those we love. Epilepsy Action Cymru recognises the strain that social distancing measures may place on people’s … [Read more...] about Virtual Epilepsy Support Group with Epilepsy Action Cymru
Polish Community Mental Health Guide from Vesta SFS
We are pleased to inform you that we created a Mental Health Guide for the Polish community living in Wrexham, Flintshire and Denbighshire. It provides information about a number of mental health … [Read more...] about Polish Community Mental Health Guide from Vesta SFS
A Guide to Caring for the Armed Forces Veteran Community from Carers Wales
Who is this guide for? This guide is for Armed Forces veterans and their friends and family who have caring responsibilities. A UK Armed Forces veteran is someone who has served as part of the HM … [Read more...] about A Guide to Caring for the Armed Forces Veteran Community from Carers Wales
Victim Support Services for North Wales
About Victim Support As an independent charity, we work towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events get the support they need and the respect they deserve. We help people feel … [Read more...] about Victim Support Services for North Wales
Consulation on Welsh Medium Childcare from Menter Iaith Fflint a Wrecsam
Menter Iaith Fflint a Wrecsam have an exciting new project aiming to identify opportunities to develop Welsh-medium childcare by way of a new day nursery that will serve Flintshire and Wrexham county … [Read more...] about Consulation on Welsh Medium Childcare from Menter Iaith Fflint a Wrecsam
Resources for Young People Leaving Care from the Getting Ready Project
A new suite of resources has been produced by the Getting Ready Project to enhance care experienced young people’s knowledge and understanding of their rights and entitlements when planning to leave … [Read more...] about Resources for Young People Leaving Care from the Getting Ready Project
Guidance on Financial Transactions from WCVA
This guidance has been produced to support voluntary organisations with safeguarding issues related to financial transactions during the coronavirus outbreak. This is a key area of risk for … [Read more...] about Guidance on Financial Transactions from WCVA
Tension Monitoring from Wrexham County Borough Council
All communities have the potential for tensions to arise, which may lead to some form of conflict. The nature of tensions will vary from one area to another. Tensions may emerge between different … [Read more...] about Tension Monitoring from Wrexham County Borough Council
Community Woodlands Grant with National Lottery Heritage Fund
Community Woodlands is a capital grant scheme intended to restore, create, connect and manage woodlands in Wales. We are offering grants of £10,000–£250,000 for capital projects that will restore, … [Read more...] about Community Woodlands Grant with National Lottery Heritage Fund
Wales Council of the Blind’s E-bulletin
Wales Council of the Blind produces a fortnightly e-bulletin, ’Sylw’, to share news and updates from across the sight loss sector in Wales. During this pandemic, we are now delivering these weekly to … [Read more...] about Wales Council of the Blind’s E-bulletin
Updates from Infoshop Wrexham for Young People in Wales
The Infoshop provides free and confidential information and support fo young people aged 11 - 25 years old. Contact You can still speak to a youth worker/advocate by email to … [Read more...] about Updates from Infoshop Wrexham for Young People in Wales
AVOW Certified Disability Confident Committed by Disability Confident
AVOW has been certified as a Disability Confident Committed employer by the UK Government's Disability Confident scheme. Disability Confident The Disability Confident scheme supports employers like … [Read more...] about AVOW Certified Disability Confident Committed by Disability Confident
Director of Social Services Annual Report Draft
Wrexham County Borough Council (WCBC) is required to produce this report each year as part of the monitoring requirements of Social Services by the Welsh Government. It is used by the regulator … [Read more...] about Director of Social Services Annual Report Draft
Mental Health Awareness Week with the Mental Health Foundation
Mental health problems can affect anyone, at any time. So, for one week each May, we campaign around a specific theme for Mental Health Awareness Week. Since the first Mental Health Awareness Week … [Read more...] about Mental Health Awareness Week with the Mental Health Foundation
COVID-19 EUSS Lockdown Live Stream with E.U. Settled Status Programme
Weekly COVID-19 EUSS Lockdown Live Stream where you can discuss important matters for EU citizens. Please share this with your networks and to encourage more people to access our support. What is in … [Read more...] about COVID-19 EUSS Lockdown Live Stream with E.U. Settled Status Programme
Independent Visitor Service by TGP Cymru
Children and Young People living in North Wales who are looked after and have little or no contact with birth parents are entitled to an Independent Visitor. What is an Independent Visitor? An … [Read more...] about Independent Visitor Service by TGP Cymru
Mental health guide for the Polish community by Vesta Specialist Family Support
Vesta Specialist Family Support has created a Mental Health Guide for the Polish community living in Wrexham, Flintshire and Denbighshire. It provides information about a number of mental health … [Read more...] about Mental health guide for the Polish community by Vesta Specialist Family Support
Regional Cohesion Newsletter for Wrexham, Flintshire & Denbighshire
Community Cohesion in North East Wales “Community cohesion” is what we all need to feel welcome, included and involved. This newsletter provides updates on local projects in Wrexham, Flintshire … [Read more...] about Regional Cohesion Newsletter for Wrexham, Flintshire & Denbighshire
North Wales Advocacy Service
North Wales Advocacy Service are still accepting referrals during COVID-19. Where Can I Find Advocacy Services in North Wales? There are two organisations that you can get advocacy from in … [Read more...] about North Wales Advocacy Service
Active Travel Consultation with Welsh Government
Welsh Government want your views on draft revised Active Travel delivery, planning and design guidance. Consultation description They are creating revised guidance by combining: Active Travel … [Read more...] about Active Travel Consultation with Welsh Government
National Service Remembered with Same but Different CIC
Have you got a story to tell? Through 'National Service Remembered' Same but Different CIC are bringing the stories of those who were conscripted to life. Through interviews, they will capture … [Read more...] about National Service Remembered with Same but Different CIC
Aviva Community Fund
Through the Aviva Community Fund, we celebrate and support charities doing great work all around UK. We've provided thousands of causes with funding, skills and resources, and we've seen up close just … [Read more...] about Aviva Community Fund
TGP Cymru Team Around the Tenancy
Make homelessness for young people 'rare, brief and non-recurring' and to combat isolation and loneliness. Are you a care leaver aged 18 - 25? Do you live in Conwy or Wrexham County Borough? … [Read more...] about TGP Cymru Team Around the Tenancy
The Yapp Charitable Trust
Grants for running costs and not capital expenditure to small registered charities in Wales to help sustain existing work. Grants are only for core funding with a total annual expenditure of less than … [Read more...] about The Yapp Charitable Trust
Business Wales Flood Relief Fund Flood relief grant for any business that’s been affected by storm Ciara, Dennis and Jorge.
The Welsh Government has formally launched a £2.5million Flood Relief Fund which is available to Welsh businesses to help them recover from damage and disruption caused by the recent storms - Ciara, … [Read more...] about Business Wales Flood Relief Fund Flood relief grant for any business that’s been affected by storm Ciara, Dennis and Jorge.
New £500m Economic Resilience Fund launched for Wales
First Minister Mark Drakeford has today announced a new £500m fund to provide extra support to the Welsh economy, businesses and charities experiencing a sharp drop in trading as a result of the … [Read more...] about New £500m Economic Resilience Fund launched for Wales
Welsh Government Announcement: What can I do to help? How to help safely within our communities.
Who can I help? You can help households who are isolating because of coronavirus. How can I safely help in my community? There are many ways you can provide support to a friend, family member or … [Read more...] about Welsh Government Announcement: What can I do to help? How to help safely within our communities.
