Welcome to Cumbria CVS

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.

The first 3 months…

Our Mid Copeland Development Officer, Kate, is back with an update on what she’s been up to in her first three months. Kate has seen first-hand the amazing ‘stuff’ that’s happening for the benefit of Mid Copeland’s residents and communities.  

Mid Copeland drop-in

Meet the Mid Copeland Development Officer at Beckermet Reading Rooms, Thursday 28th May. Find out about setting up a new voluntary group or charity, or volunteering in your community. Kate can also offer support and information to voluntary and community groups about grant funding opportunities, governance, business planning and sustainability, and volunteer management.

Environmental workshop

Environmental and sustainability policy workshop – Thursday 28th May, online. This workshop will cover the importance of having a policy, how to write one, and how to implement effective action plans. It’s designed to help organisations adopt environmentally sustainable practices and understand their impact on the environment.

Action For Health

Come and join our lively and informative Action for Health event on Tuesday 16th June, online. These events are an opportunity to meet with other people from third sector organisations who have an interest in all things health and care in Cumbria. They are also a space to hear about the latest developments.

Volunteer Management

Wednesday 10th June, online. Planning for Volunteers and Being Inclusive. Join us for a session packed with tips, tools and resources to support with planning for volunteers as well as the steps you can take as a Volunteer Lead to ensure a more inclusive approach to volunteering within your organisation.

Barrow Volunteering Fair

Wednesday, 3rd June. It’s a great chance to meet local organisations, explore volunteering opportunities, and find a role that suits your interests and availability. Whether you’re looking to build skills, meet new people, or give something back to your community, this event is for you 💚

West Cumbria Funding Fair

West Cumbria Funding Fair, Tuesday 2nd June, Whitehaven. This event provides a fantastic opportunity for local groups to directly engage in person with local and national funders and support groups regarding projects/funding requirements as well as networking with other organisations. Find out which funders are attending and book your slot!

Social Prescribing report

‘Passion, connection and community: Person-centred neighbourhood health in North Cumbria’ celebrates community-based support and health and wellbeing workers. It focuses on roles like social prescribing, which combine relationship building, coaching and connection into community-based activities to help people improve their health and wellbeing.

Barrow Development Officer

Meet your new Barrow Development Officer! Emily Wilson is here to support voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations across Barrow. Find out how she can help…

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