Environmental and sustainability policy workshop, Tues 22nd September, online. This workshop will cover the importance of having an environmental and sustainability policy, how to write one, and how to implement effective action plans. Find out more + book! crm.cumbriacvs.org.uk/civicrm/even...

Our Volunteering Manager, Judith, was excited to return to Hospice at Home Carlisle and North Lakeland this week to volunteer as an Associate Trustee specialising in Volunteering. If you are interested in volunteering - through your employer or individually - visit: volunteering.cumbriacvs.org.uk

As stories about illegal fly-camping, litter and wildfires continue to appear in the press and on social media, here's a reminder that our survey about these issues closes at the end of August. Have things improved since last year? #litter #landscape #LakeDistrict #camping

We’re working with easyfundraising to help organisations in #Cumbria receive extra #funding. Whether you want to fund a new project, buy new equipment or you simply need help with your running costs, easyfundraising makes it EASY and doesn’t cost a penny! www.easyfundraising.org.uk/cumbria/

We're having some technical problems with our website at the moment. Apologies if you're unable to access it right now - we're working with our website providers to resolve this as soon as possible. In the interim, please enjoy this photo of a cat sat on a laptop.

Looking for #funding? Our portal makes searching for Government, National Lottery and charitable trust funding simple for charities, voluntary organisations & SocEnts delivering services in #Cumbria. To access the portal, follow this link to register: funding.idoxopen4community.co.uk/cumbriacvs

📨 Did you know we have a range of email newsletters? If you want to receive the latest news, events and updates on: General sector info for your area Our volunteering network Volunteering vacancies Our Action for Health and Mental Health Provider Forum networks Trustee network + more

Our standard opening times and centre closure dates. For more information ring our reception on 01229 311102 or email reception@womenscommunitymatters.org.

We can help you share your latest news and events! If you’ve got something you want us to share details of, send it in and we’ll add it to our weekly Useful Information post, getting what you’re up to in front of the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise sector across Cumbria...

If your organisation is part of the #voluntary, community, faith or social enterprise sector in #Cumbria, and you're a member of Cumbria CVS, you can advertise your job vacancies FREE on our website! cumbriacvs.org.uk/vacancies/

Join our team! Do you thrive on helping community organisations grow stronger, more confident, and better connected? If so, this role offers the chance to play a key role in supporting voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise groups across #Barrow. Development Officer:

We can help your organisation in lots of ways. From setting up and running a charity, funding advice and searches, training and development, to getting and managing volunteers + lots more! Visit our website and get in touch! cumbriacvs.org.uk

Thinking about volunteering? Take a look at our #volunteering portal for opportunities that match your skill set & time frame & support local charitable organisations in #Cumbria Some are in person, but some can be done online or digitally, from home! volunteering.cumbriacvs.org.uk/index-classic

North Cumbria NHS, PCN, NWAS, and Adult Social colleagues, this message is for YOU! Our Third Sector Referral Coordinator (TSRC) team is here to support you, by taking referrals for people aged 18+ living in the North Cumbria health area.

Our Useful Information website page has the latest events, training, charity news, surveys, research, feedback, reports, services & much more – in one handy place, updated throughout the week! cumbriacvs.org.uk/news/useful-...

August's Cumbria CVS Green blog is here! In our 30th blog post Gill, one of the founders of Re:Play Sports Network, talks about their ambition to give every piece of sports kit another life through reuse, repurposing and responsible recycling. cumbriacvs.org.uk/news/cumbria...

Check out our regularly updated selection of news, events and opportunities for August, curated by our Health & Wellbeing team. cumbriacvs.org.uk/news/health-...

Our August newsletter is out! This month: - Supporting A Sustainable Voluntary Sector - A Practical Guide To ‘Things That Work’: Part 1 – Start with place - Building Stronger Together - Walney Community Trust's new facilities - Freemasons fundraise for Primary School all-seasons playground

Over the past five months, our Mid Copeland Development Officer, Kate Grove, has been building connections, offering practical support and helping strengthen local voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise groups.

The world’s greatest race needs you 🫵 Volunteer at the Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift Grand Depart 2027! JOY Maker applications are open now 💛 The history. The noise. The JOY.

Inspired by Things that Worked. And Things that Didn’t. Sarah Coutts, Strategic Lead for our Volunteering for Health project, has written a 3-part blog series, based on our observational report on what works to support volunteers into health volunteering settings, in South Lakeland and Furness.

Crime and Policing Act 2026 – DBS changes: From 1 September 2026, changes under the Crime and Policing Act 2026 will remove the supervision exemption from the definition of regulated activity with children. Find out more on our website: cumbriacvs.org.uk/news/dbs-cha...

If your organisation is looking to recruit volunteers in South Lakes, book onto our Volunteering Fair on Sunday, 4th October, in partnership with GLL and as part of Age Friendly Festival. crm.cumbriacvs.org.uk/civicrm/even... #Kendal

If your organisation is looking to recruit volunteers in #Penrith book onto our Volunteering Fair on Thursday, 1st October, in partnership with GLL and as part of Age Friendly Festival. crm.cumbriacvs.org.uk/civicrm/even...

If your organisation is looking to recruit student volunteers in #Carlisle book onto our Volunteering Fair, in partnership with Carlisle College. This event aims to attract students to meet local groups, charities or organisations to find out about local opportunities and how they can register.

South Lakes Funding Fair - Tuesday 22nd September, Kendal. A fantastic opportunity for local groups in South Cumbria to directly engage in person with local and national funders and support groups regarding projects/funding requirements as well as networking with other organisations.

North Cumbria Integrated Care (NCIC) Physiotherapy (MSK) Service is launching an innovative Community Appointment Day programme at #Carlisle’s Sands Centre on 9th Sept to help tackle waiting times. The event also aims to provide a more personalised, community-focused offer to individual patients.

Best Practice in Volunteer Management - Supporting and Recognising #Volunteers. Wednesday 9th September, online. Join us for a session which will focus on thinking about your Volunteer Vision and Strategy packed with tips, tools and best practice advice. crm.cumbriacvs.org.uk/civicrm/even...

How can VCFSE organisations build true, long-term resilience? Gordon Henry, Bedrock Basics Project Development Officer, shares his insights on what "sustainability" really means for the voluntary sector beyond just financial survival. Discover the 5 core pillars of a sustainable organisation:

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to become a qualified Emergency First Aider in the workplace and is suitable for organisations that require staff to be trained to this level as part of their first aid needs assessment. Mon 17th August, Cleator Moor. crm.cumbriacvs.org.uk/civicrm/even...