Not for profit organisations such as community organisations, charities, schools, and social enterprises in England can apply for grants of over £10,000 to help develop and grow partnerships with other organisations to improve their local communities. The funding will support the development of new and existing partnerships, and help organisations address pressing issues such as the cost-of-living crisis and recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. The grants can be used for project activities, operating costs, organisational development, and capital costs, and support the fund’s priorities of bringing people together, improving community spaces, and helping individuals reach their full potential. Applications can be submitted at any time.Funding to Develop and Improve Local Community Partnerships (England)
The volunteer tutor role provides a rewarding opportunity to connect with a young person and help them reach their full potential, by supporting their education and learning, and inspiring the next generation. We are currently partnered with 23 schools across London and it would be fantastic for local volunteers to get involved. Please follow the link to our website, here.
We want our workforce to reflect our residents and communities. Here are the jobs that the council is currently recruiting for. We’d love to hear from you. Click here for roles within in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea council.
During the cost of living crisis, many more individuals will reach out to charities for vital support. We understand the pressure on services and staff alike, so we’ve put some of our key resources in one place. From funding guides and staff training, to insightful commentary, articles and links, these are resources designed to help you to help others, especially those seeking welfare support. Click here to see.
Sobus 3D Voice service will work with VCS organisations within Hammersmith and Fulham to empower the voice of VCS organisations. 3D Voice encourages local residents and ethnically diverse community groups to discuss challenges in the local community. 3D Voice wants to empower organisations that have their finger on the pulse of local communities, but are not being heard. They may lack the skills, information or confidence to participates. 3D Voice aims to develop and grow your organisation and connect with other in the local community. Small organisations are the heart of local communities, it’s important to have your voices heard.
Action on Disability are pleased to offer the unique opportunity of Disability Equality Training.
Where: Action On Disability, Centre for Independent Living, Mo Mowlam House, Clem Atlee Court, SW6 7BF
Date: 11th August 2023
Time: 2pm – 5pm
Cost: £75 per attendee
The training will include the Social Model of Disability, including the potential barriers faced by disabled people and how these can be removed. There will be open group discussions in a safe, non-judgemental space where all contributions will be listened to and valued. Attendees will be given a certificate of attendance.
By lived experience, I will lead the training, so if you identify a member(s) of staff who needs Disability Equality Training to help your organisation develop, please come!
If you are interested, please contact ellen.barnes@aod.org.uk.
Each Friday, Local Village Network will highlight our partner organisations that are featured on our signposting platform.
Promote what you do for the young people in the community and what services you provide. These posts will be set as collaborative posts on Instagram, meaning you can repost yours when you accept them in your notifications! These posts will act as both informational for our followers and a chance to connect with each other’s audiences to build a real community.
If you are interested in participating, please follow us on Instagram ‘Local Village Network’ and DM us your timetable.
sobus
20 Dawes Road, London, SW6 7EN
Telephone 020 7952 1230
Email info@sobus.org.uk
Registered Charity No.1071089
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Sobus is a new Community Development Agency for Hammersmith & Fulham. It has been created through the merger of the Community and Voluntary Sector Association Hammersmith & Fulham (CaVSA) and the Fulham Community Partnership Trust (FCPT). Building on the strengths of both organisations, sobus aims to provide a wider range of support services for local charities, community groups, social enterprises and start up businesses.