Sometimes we have to take a step back and appreciate those who go above and beyond to make the world a better place.That’s exactly what the Social Change Awards are all about. For further information click here.
Want to keep serving your beneficiaries long into the future? You need a sound financial strategy in place. Fleur Holden, Director at Sayer Vincent, explains more…
The only book that covers in one volume management, governance and leadership tailored specifically for the civil society sector.
Lead your organisation more effectively, govern it with greater energy and manage it with enhanced efficiency with this fully revised guide for civil society organisations by your side. It covers issues you’re likely to face as you drive your organisation forward.
This book was voted Number 2 on The Guardian list of ‘Five must-reads for charity workers‘.
Get your free copy here.
If you’re a charity that works with under 18s and vulnerable adults you need to ensure that safeguarding principles and procedures are present in all you do.
Trustees play a pivotal role in steering charities in the right direction. Take a look at these top tips from our expert trainer on how to help your board function in the right way.
Family Support is here to help Hammersmith & Fulham children, young people and their families thrive. Our children’s centres are on hand, so mums, dads, carers and children can make new friends and enjoy play and learning experiences together.
If making ends meet is hard right now, foodbank vouchers are available to all families and you could also be eligible for fresh fruit and veg vouchers.
When times are tough, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Aged 16-24, not in education, employment of training and with a serious passion for sport… apply for the Community Activator Coach (Level 2) qualification.
More details available here or contact foundation@fulhamfc.com
Deadline 23rd August
Although Sobus have been running Freston Road Hub since the end of 2017, we are now having a formal launch to showcase the hub and what we offer.
All are welcome to come and tour the facilities, meet current hub users, discuss your needs and any questions with our friendly staff and enjoy refreshments and nibbles with us on 17th August from 4pm to 6pm at Freston Road Hub, 196 Freston Road, W10 6TT.
Freston Road Hub is a modern, accessible, shared office space for enterprises, charities and social business. This brand new, purpose built Hub located in Kensington and Chelsea, London, W10, is just minutes’ from Westfield with its many shops and places to eat, BBC and Imperial College.
The Hub is close to Latimer Road Underground Station and just 15 minutes away from Central London.
Freston Road Hub offers:
- 40 + workspaces complete available on a pay as you go or monthly hire basis
- 4 high quality meeting and training rooms accommodating from 2-32 people
- Registered Mailing address facility
- High speed, secure internet & Free Wi-Fi
- Kitchen and breakout area for networking or lunch
- Bike storage
- Full wheelchair accessibility
- Lockable storage
- Photocopying and printing facilities
Special offers for August & September 2018:
Sign up for a 3 month license and receive the 3rd month half price!*
Additional special offers for local residents
For residents from Notting Dale, St Helen’s, Dalgarno, Golborne, Colville, Pembridge, Campden and Holland Wards of RBKC
- One month Free (when signing up for a 12 month license)*
- Additional discounts for meeting room hire
*limited to one offer per licensee/organisation
For more information email info@sobus.org.uk
Benefit Mythbuster (https://benefitmythbuster.net) is a new online web tool designed to help address commonly held myths and misconceptions about universal credit.
People can choose from three options – ‘Starting a New Claim’, ‘Managing your Claim’, and ‘Solving Problems’ to find out more about their rights, including information on job search, the claimant commitment, in-work conditionality, sanctions, and more.
People can also get in touch to add a myth that needs busting. Or help to bust a myth!
Benefit Mythbuster is one of a range of web tools from the advice and technology charity Lasa, who also deliver rightsnet – the social welfare law information & advice site for advisers. Find out more at: https://www.rightsnet.org.uk/resources/webtools
Lasa is a social welfare law and tech charity. Established in 1984, we’re dedicated to supporting organisations in their use of technology and the delivery of social welfare law advice to the disadvantaged communities they serve.
Find out more about our services:
Website: www.lasa.org.uk
Email: info@lasa.org.uk
Follow us: @lasacharity
Call us: 020 7377 2748
sobus
20 Dawes Road, London, SW6 7EN
Telephone 020 7952 1230
Email info@sobus.org.uk
Registered Charity No.1071089
and Company Limited by Guarantee. Registered in England No.03471416
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.