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Cumbria CVS is a registered charity and membership organisation. We help community/voluntary/not-for-profit groups and organisations to develop and improve by providing training and services that can be 1:1 support, funding advice, bespoke training, or through our regular training courses. We help place volunteers, and work with groups that involve volunteers to follow best practice.
Cumbria CVS Green blog No 19 is here! Emily, our South Lakes & Furness Development Officer, looks at funding, farming, and sustainability, including Nature Rich Miterdale, Tree Council funding, conservation grazing and more. You’ll also find links to useful resources, information and news!
Winter Planning/Winter Pressures – as Autumn begins, our Health Partnerships Manager, Clare Edwards, discusses how the VCFSE sector provides a significant safety net for those in need. And Clare highlights how we can all do our bit planning and preparing for Winter.
What to do when volunteer management gets challenging – 23rd October, Kendal. This workshop which will bring together Volunteer Managers or anyone with a responsibility for managing volunteers and will look at: The basic principles of good volunteer management, Identifying potential difficult situations that require action + more.
Cumbria Volunteering Strategy Engagement Workshop, Carlisle – Tuesday 21st October. We are inviting YOU to come along to share your Vision for the Future of Volunteering in Cumbria. Whether you a charity needing volunteers, a current or past volunteer, a member of the community, organisation, partner or key stakeholder, book your place at this session!
Cumbria Volunteering Strategy Engagement Workshop, Kendal – Thursday 16th October. We are inviting YOU to come along to share your Vision for the Future of Volunteering in Cumbria. Whether you a charity needing volunteers, a current or past volunteer, a member of the community, organisation, partner or key stakeholder, book your place at this session!
Thursday, 16th October 2025. Build your skills and confidence as a volunteer on this First Aid course. Covering a range of content, including responding to common incidents like choking, bleeding and cardiac arrest, and dealing with minor injuries, the course uses real-life scenarios to ensure those attending will gain practical hands-on experience.
Carlisle Funding Fair – Tuesday 14th October. This event provides a fantastic opportunity for local groups to engage with local and national funders and support groups regarding projects/funding requirements, as well as networking with other organisations. Find out who you’ll be able to meet and talk to, and book your slot!
Introduction to Canva for non-profits – Tuesday 14th October, online. Struggling to create eye-catching content for your organisation’s social media, newsletters, or presentations? Join our free online session for a beginner-friendly walkthrough of Canva, the powerful design platform that helps you create stunning visuals with ease.
Supercharge Your Trustee Recruitment, session 3: How to Recruit Trustees – marketing and advertising techniques to find new trustees – Tuesday 14th October, online. Join us to unlock the energy you need to find the next Trustees for your board. Get top tips, tools, and templates and learn best practices for your trustee recruitment.
Good Practice in Volunteer Management – Workshop 1: Creating a Positive Volunteer Journey. Wednesday 8th October, Barrow. Workshop will cover: Creating a Positive Volunteer Journey, Understanding the principles of good volunteer journey management, Ability to identify and map a positive journey for a volunteer + more!
