Networks
Access specialist information, advice and training; exchange knowledge and experiences, learn about best practice; and network with others.
Volunteer Network – for those responsible for recruiting and supporting volunteers.
Contact Judith Smale, Volunteering Manager on 01768 800350
Third Sector Network – the mechanism for involving third sector organisations in planning – a network of networks
Contact Carolyn Otley, Community Resilience Coordinator on 01768 800350
Cumbria Action for Health Network – a network of third sector organisations with a health and wellbeing focus
Contact Clare Edwards, Health Partnerships Manager on 01768 800350
Trustee Network – a network to support volunteer trustees and directors
Contact Bridget Johns, District Manager (West) on 01768 800350
Upcoming Events
South Copeland Voluntary Group Social Network Event
Following on the success of the first South Copeland Voluntary Group Network event held at Millom Network Centre, you are invited to attend the second network event to be held at the Thwaites Village Hall at The Green Millom and meet other voluntary groups in South Copeland and share information and catch up over a cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit. There will be a short presentation by Cosy Homes which will be useful for those who support the more vulnerable and elderly in our community. So come and join us and be a part of an amazing network of voluntary groups doing incredible work in South Copeland.
County Volunteer Managers Network Meeting
Date: Thursday 19th September 2024
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
This is a network meeting for Volunteer Managers in Cumbria or anyone who is responsible for recruiting, supporting or managing volunteers to come together to spread good practice in volunteer management.
This meeting will bring together Volunteer Managers in Cumbria to look at how to recruit and support young people into Volunteering.
Online Network & Listening Event – Top Tips for Good Governance
This event is online via TEAMS.
Is your charity governed effectively and in compliance with your governing document and charity law?
Can your governing body demonstrate that your organisation is effective in achieving its charitable purposes and agreed outcomes?
Do you feel that your governing body have a sense of how well they are functioning and whether they are fulfilling their roles?
South Copeland Drop in Session
An opportunity to meet South Copeland’s Development Officer, Berry Moyle Rosser, working with Cumbria CVS and learn how he can support local organisations with grant applications and funding, training and recruitment of trustees, sourcing volunteers and also governance issues and assisting in setting up start up local groups. If you need support for your organisation, come down and grab a coffee or tea and have a chat with Berry.
Volunteering Works Volunteering Information Session in Carlisle! (Organisation bookings)
Cumbria CVS is hosting and organising a Volunteering Works Session, aiming to encourage unemployed people to get involved in volunteering as a pathway into employment.
This session aims to attract anyone interested in finding out more about becoming a volunteer and local volunteering opportunities in Carlisle, but also to consider the third sector job opportunities.
Volunteering Works Volunteering Information Session in Carlisle! (Organisation bookings)
Cumbria CVS is hosting and organising a Volunteering Works Session, aiming to encourage unemployed people to get involved in volunteering as a pathway into employment.
This session aims to attract anyone interested in finding out more about becoming a volunteer and local volunteering opportunities in Carlisle, but also to consider the third sector job opportunities.
Volunteering Works Volunteering Information Session in Millom! (Organisation bookings)
Cumbria CVS is hosting and organising a Volunteering Works Session, aiming to encourage unemployed people to get involved in volunteering as a pathway into employment.
This session aims to attract anyone interested in finding out more about becoming a volunteer and local volunteering opportunities in South Copeland, but also to consider third sector job opportunities.
Brampton ICC Meet the third sector event
Brampton ICC Meet the third sector event
Thursday 24th October 2024 12 noon to 2pm (set up from 11.30am)
Brampton Community Centre, Union Lane, Brampton, CA8 1BX
Space for 30+ organisations – a great opportunity for third sector groups to connect with colleagues from health and care services and to showcase their services. Third sector groups/organisations are to book a table space at the event .
Ignite a Spark- Get on Board!
Cumbria CVS is working in partnership with Cumbria Chamber of Commerce to host their Business Bites Network Meeting at Cumbria CVS , Shaddongate Resoure Centre, Shaddongate, Carlisle as part of Trustees’ Week 2024 on Tuesday 5 November from 10.30am-12noon.
Cumbria CVS is inviting 8 organisations that are looking to recruit new trustees in Carlisle to attend this event in order to network with local businesses and promote your trustee volunteering opportunities.