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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.
Making Volunteering Age-Friendly – Wednesday 11th February 2026, online. Gain hints and tips to help you recruit more volunteers in their 50s and beyond, and engage and support them more effectively. Are you looking to recruit more volunteers in their 50s and beyond? Would you like some hints and tips to help you?
Volunteering into Retirement and Beyond – Thursday 22nd January 2026, Kendal. Are you retired or soon to retire? Do you want to stay active in your community? Join us to find out how volunteering is right for you! In this session we will explore the many ways that you can get involved.
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Best Practice in Governance Session 3: How to refresh your strategic focus and approach as a trustee board – Wednesday 14th January 2026, online. Designed for charity trustees who wish to develop their knowledge, assess their efficacy and strengthen their processes, with the aim to build resilience in their organisation.
Why Local Charities Should Check In On Their Services—And How To Do It: Our South Copeland Development Officer, Beresford Moyle Rosser, is back with a handy guide to making sure you’re really helping your community this Christmas and beyond.
QA x Bedrock Basics: Build Your IT Confidence Workshop – Monday 19th January 2026, online. This interactive workshop is designed to help you build essential IT skills for everyday life and work. Whether you are new to computers or looking to refresh your knowledge, this session will guide you through the basics.
From Idea to Application: A Practical Workshop for New Fundraisers – Tuesday 27th January 2026, online. This workshop is designed for small organisations & community groups who are new to bid writing, and will support you in shaping and clarifying your project idea, exploring it with others, and gaining confidence in presenting it to funders.
Best practice in Business Support Session 1 – How to write a Business plan. Tues 20th January, online. Improve your knowledge and understanding of Business planning. You will learn: why a business plan is important; what the key components of a business plan are and key steps to write a business plan.
Online Presence Basics for Furness Charities – 14th January 2026, online. This training helps to equip people with limited time and technical know-how with basic tools to be confident about establishing and maintaining a digital presence for your organisation.
What are the potential benefits of Devolution for Cumbria’s VCFSE sector? Operations Manager, Bridget Johns, explores the possibilities in her latest blog, including the potential benefits for communities, local decision-making, and funding opportunities. Find out how these changes could empower the region and strengthen the voluntary sector.
