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What Next! Calan DVS Podcast

Calan’s first podcast entitled What next! is a survivor led podcast where Rachel Williams talks about her experiences of domestic abuse, coercive control and the impacts. Read more

Published: 6th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Google Ad Grants provide free advertising on Google AdWords to charities

Designed for registered charities, the grants provide free advertising on Google AdWords to charities seeking to inform and engage people online. Read more

Published: 6th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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The Peter Harrison Foundation - Opportunities through sport grants

Grants are available to charities registered in the UK that are running sports projects which provide opportunities for people who are disabled or otherwise disadvantaged to fulfil their potential and develop personal and life skills. Read more

Published: 6th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Cwm Taf Social Services and Wellbeing Partnership Board Annual Report 2018/19

This report is produced to meet the requirements set out by the Welsh Government in the Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act 2014. Read more

Published: 6th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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BBC Children in Need Small Grants Programme - up to £10,000 per year for up to three years

Grants for not-for-profit organisations that are working with disadvantaged children and young people who are 18 and younger living in the UK, the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands. Read more

Published: 5th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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The Romani Cultural and Arts Company proud - RomArchive wins prestigious award

Under the category ‘Research’ the RomArchive – Digital Archive of the Roma won the prize. Read more

Published: 5th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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BAVO celebrates 21 years of making a difference in Bridgend County Borough

We recently celebrated our past year’s achievements at our 21st Annual General Meeting at the Heronston Hotel, Bridgend. Read more

Published: 5th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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What did we achieve and what was our impact in 2018-19?

Take a look at BAVO's Annual Impact Report for 2018 - 19. We are justly proud of our organisation’s achievements as we have had to flex, change and be responsive with the moving times. Read more

Published: 5th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Showcase your organisation at the biggest third sector event in Wales – gofod3

gofod3 creates space for the third sector to learn from each other, and to motivate and inspire one another. Read more

Published: 4th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Could you be an award winner?

A major charitable foundation is urging small charities in Wales not to miss out on the chance to benefit from a year of leadership coaching from a team of business mentors along with £6,500 funding. Read more

Published: 3rd December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Bamboo isn't just for pandas!

Support Sustainable Wales and Sussed. Buy ethically made bamboo socks from their eBay store. Read more

Published: 3rd December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Third Sector Support Wales – Impact Report 2018-19

The 2018-19 annual impact report captures the collaborative achievements of Third Sector Support Wales (TSSW) partners; the first of its kind, following the launch of the TSSW shared impact measurement framework. Read more

Published: 3rd December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Bridgend County Borough Council announces they are hosting the ‘Inspire for Life’ awards event again 5 March 2020!

The Inspired for Life Awards 2020 are looking for residents in Bridgend County Borough who have contributed to the improvement of health and wellbeing of others or the community. Read more

Published: 3rd December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Applications open for Transformation ‘Connected Communities’ Grant April 2020 - March 2021

Through this grant scheme our ambition is to help build resilient, empowered and connected communities. Read more

Published: 27th November, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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#CelebrateNationalLottery25

The National Lottery is celebrating their 25th birthday by bringing people together and offering people and communities with great ideas the chance to receive a grant between £100 and £1,000. Read more

Published: 26th November, 2019

Updated: 2nd December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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EU Settlement Scheme important information

The EU Settlement Scheme protects the rights you currently have in the UK. Read more

Published: 25th November, 2019

Updated: 2nd December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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KPC Youth & Community looking for Trustee Director (voluntary)

Do you have an interest in children, young people and the community? Do you want to help change things for the better? Read more

Published: 25th November, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Winners celebrated at Welsh Charity Awards

The brand-new Welsh Charity Awards took place on 15 November at a prestigious ceremony in the National Museum of Wales, in Cardiff. Read more

Published: 21st November, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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National Lottery Community Fund - Climate Action Fund

The Climate Action Fund will support communities across the UK to take action on climate change. Read more

Published: 21st November, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Carers UK created a ‘Manifesto for carers’

Ahead of the General Election on 12 December 2019, Carers UK has created a ‘Manifesto for carers’ highlighting the top priorities for the UK’s millions of unpaid carers. Read more

Published: 19th November, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Help in applying for the EU Settlement Scheme

EU citizens and their families who have been continuously resident in the UK for five years until the end of 31 December 2020 may apply for settled status through the UK Government’s EU Settlement Scheme. Read more

Published: 19th November, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Get your groove on with Strictly Cymru — Wales’ first and only inclusive dance competition

No dance experience required, just a willingness to move to the beat. Read more

Published: 19th November, 2019

Updated: 26th November, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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High Sheriff of Mid Glamorgan Youth Community Awards 2019/20

Applications are invited from young people between the ages of 11 - 21 and also a group of young people again between 11 - 21, who have helped their local neighbourhood, an individual, family member or local organisation. You could win up to £1,000! Read more

Published: 15th November, 2019

Updated: 20th November, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Catalyst Cymru: Resilient Heritage is now open to applications

WCVA is inviting heritage organisations in Wales to apply for dedicated development support from their Catalyst Cymru: Resilient Heritage project. Read more

Published: 14th November, 2019

Updated: 15th November, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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  • What Next! Calan DVS Podcast

    Calan’s first podcast entitled What next! is a survivor led podcast where Rachel Williams talks about her experiences of domestic abuse, coercive control and the impacts.

  • Google Ad Grants provide free advertising on Google AdWords to charities

    Designed for registered charities, the grants provide free advertising on Google AdWords to charities seeking to inform and engage people online.

  • The Peter Harrison Foundation - Opportunities through sport grants

    Grants are available to charities registered in the UK that are running sports projects which provide opportunities for people who are disabled or otherwise disadvantaged to fulfil their potential and develop personal and life skills.

  • Cwm Taf Social Services and Wellbeing Partnership Board Annual Report 2018/19

    This report is produced to meet the requirements set out by the Welsh Government in the Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act 2014.

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