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.

South Lakes Funding Fair

South Lakes Funding Fair – Tuesday 22nd September, Kendal. This event provides a fantastic opportunity for local groups in South Cumbria to directly engage in person with local and national funders and support groups regarding projects/funding requirements as well as networking with other organisations.

Mental Health Provider Forum

Come and join our lively and informative Mental Health Provider Forum event – Wednesday 16th September, Penrith. Meet with other people from third sector organisations who have in interest in all things mental health and mental wellbeing in Cumbria.

Community Appointment Day

North Cumbria Integrated Care Physiotherapy (MSK) Service is launching an innovative Community Appointment Day programme at Carlisle’s Sands Centre on 9th September to help tackle current waiting times. Local third sector (VCSE) organisations are invited to be part of the day to provide a Community Wellbeing Hub element.

Volunteer Management

Best Practice in Volunteer Management – Supporting and Recognising Volunteers. Wednesday 9th September, online. Join us for a session which will focus on thinking about your Volunteer Vision and Strategy packed with tips, tools and best practice advice.

Emergency First Aid

his course is ideal for anyone who wants to become a qualified Emergency First Aider in the workplace and is suitable for organisations that require staff to be trained to this level as part of their first aid needs assessment. Monday 17th August, Cleator Moor.

Unpaid carers + digital

One of our Community Co-researchers, Andrew, discusses his background and motivation, and explains his research topic – understanding unpaid carers and their digital inclusion needs – in this new blog.

Supporting the sector

How can VCFSE organisations build true, long-term resilience? Gordon Henry, Bedrock Basics Project Development Officer, shares his insights on what “sustainability” really means for the voluntary sector beyond just financial survival in this blog.

Free funds!

Some of the biggest high street names will donate to your organisation if you join easyfundraising. If you’re not benefitting yet, find out how to get started.

Asset disposal for good

Join our online Information session to find out how to use Together for Good’s new Asset Disposal service, and how it can help you reduce costs and maximise your impact. This service provides a simple and sustainable way to redistribute surplus equipment and materials from Sellafield and supply chain companies to non-profit organisations.

Volunteering Fair

Come along for a sociable cuppa and a friendly chat about supporting your community to be even greater! A range of organisations will be present, showcasing their opportunities for you to join them, with a chance to ask questions, find out more about their work, and sign up as a volunteer.

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