2025 August 04

We’re seeking a Development Officer. Fixed term until 28 February 2026, 15 hours per week. Kendal or Ulverston office (hybrid working available with travel across Westmorland & Furness). We’re looking for a motivated and relationship-focused person to deliver targeted support to VCFSE organisations across Westmorland and Furness, as part of the This is Us project.

County Volunteer Managers Network Meeting – Thursday 25th September, Penrith Rugby Club. Come join us for the next face to face County Volunteering Network Meeting. The agenda of the meeting is: Inclusive Volunteering: Focus on Refugees and Asylum Seekers.

Introduction to Canva for non-profits – Wednesday 24th September, 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.

Does your organisation need to recruit volunteers in West Cumbria? Book your place today at the next West Cumbria Volunteering Fair on 18th September at the Solway Hall in Whitehaven.

Thursday, 18th September 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.

Keswick and Solway ICC Population Health Third Sector Showcase – Wednesday 17th September at Wigton Market Hall. Come and meet up to 100 staff based at GP practices across the Keswick and Solway Integrate Care area (this includes Dalston, Wigton, Keswick, Silloth, Caldbeck etc).

Good Practice in Volunteer Management – Creating a positive Volunteer Journey. Wednesday 17th September at Whitehaven Golf Club. Join us to discover more about the key principles of best practice in volunteer management. This workshop will focus on: What to do when volunteer management gets challenging.

Best Practice in Volunteer Management – Supporting and Recognising Volunteers, Thursday 11th September, online. Join us for a session packed with tips, tools and resources. By the end you will be equipped to lead and support on improving how you both recognise and support volunteers to ensure a positive and valued experience.  

Meet the funder event – easyfundraising. Wednesday 1st October, online. Looking for a simple way to bring in extra funds for your community group? Join our free online session and find out how you can unlock unrestricted funding through easyfundraising – just by encouraging your supporters to shop online!