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Margaret Dobson Further Education Trust - General Grants

Grants are available to small UK registered charities working to support people with a learning disability to learn new skills to help them live more independent lives after they leave formal education (maximum £10,000). Read more

Published: 11th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Sun Readers Fund

To celebrate the 50th birthday of the Sun newspaper, News UK has launched a £1M fund for small local charities. Read more

Published: 11th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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UnLtd - Thrive Social Accelerator

Funding and legal advice for legally incorporated social purpose businesses in the UK that are improving access to employment for those who encounter significant barriers, including disabled people, ex-offenders and the homeless. Read more

Published: 11th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Lloyds Bank Foundation

Up to £100,000 over three years is available to small and medium sized charities. Read more

Published: 10th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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National Churches Trust - Foundation Grants

The Foundation Grant Programme will offer grants of between £500 and £5,000 towards urgent maintenance works and small repairs identified as high priority within a recent Quinquennial Inspection or survey report. Read more

Published: 10th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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The Prince’s Trust Cymru Volunteer Open Day 19 December 2019

On the lookout for new volunteering opportunities? Join The Prince’s Trust Cymru Volunteer Open Day to find out how you can support 11-30 year olds in Wales. Read more

Published: 10th 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: 10th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Landfill Disposals Tax Communities Scheme

A new grant funding programme to help communities living within five miles of certain waste transfer stations or landfill sites take action for their local environment. Read more

Published: 10th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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Greggs Foundation - Local Community Projects Fund

Grants of up to £2,000 are available to enable not-for-profit organisations to do something they otherwise couldn't afford to do. Read more

Published: 10th December, 2019

Author: Jane Hall

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NFU Mutual Charitable Trust

Grants are available for larger initiatives, which would have a significant impact on the rural community. Read more

Published: 9th December, 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. 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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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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  • Margaret Dobson Further Education Trust - General Grants

    Grants are available to small UK registered charities working to support people with a learning disability to learn new skills to help them live more independent lives after they leave formal education (maximum £10,000).

  • Sun Readers Fund

    To celebrate the 50th birthday of the Sun newspaper, News UK has launched a £1M fund for small local charities.

  • UnLtd - Thrive Social Accelerator

    Funding and legal advice for legally incorporated social purpose businesses in the UK that are improving access to employment for those who encounter significant barriers, including disabled people, ex-offenders and the homeless.

  • Business Support for Start Up Social Enterprises event by Social Business Wales

    21 January 2020 from 11.30am - 14.30pm
    A new project has launched to help start-up social enterprises in Wales. Come along, meet the team and find out how to access free support.

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    The voluntary sector employs over 46,000 people in Wales and offers competitive salaries, flexible hours and the chance to make a real difference to people's lives.

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    Working in partnership plays a major role in coordinating strategic planning in the delivery of quality local services. BAVO and the voluntary sector are seen as an important partner in supporting the work of statutory bodies.

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    BAVO is the County Voluntary Council for Bridgend County Borough. We provide FREE support and assistance to all member community and voluntary groups, not- for-profits and social enterprises in our area.

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