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Earth Raise 2026 - Applications close 5pm Friday, 16 January

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Earth Raise 2026 - Applications close 5pm Friday, 16 January

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Formerly known as the Green Match Fund, our environmental match funding campaign has rebranded to Earth Raise - same concept, powerful new name.

The climate crisis demands urgent action. Our campaign is committed to amplifying the impact of every donation, doubling the difference for global efforts to protect and preserve our planet. We’re calling on charities whose core mission focuses on environmental issues in the UK or overseas.

Charities can choose from two funding streams:

Raise up to £10,000  in public donations, doubled through our 1:1 match funding model

Raise up to £100,000 in public donations, doubled through our pledge match funding model (with up to £50,000 in Champion funds available).

For full eligibility criteria and how to apply, visit: biggive.org/earth-raise/

For further support on how the funding model works, watch this video.

Applications close at 5pm on Friday, 16 January. Apply early to make the most of this opportunity to double the difference for our planet.

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Green Match Fund / Earth Raise - Big Give

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At Big Give, we run match funding campaigns for charities and special causes. Our Green Match Fund is designed specifically for charities working on environmental issues. This is an opportunity to make an extraordinary difference to some of the biggest challenges facing our planet today.

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 Macmillan CARE Grants Deadline 23rd Jan 2026

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 Macmillan CARE Grants Deadline 23rd Jan 2026

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What are CARE Grants?

We believe that community organisations are key to improving cancer outcomes. These groups understand the changing needs of their communities and bring skills, knowledge and creativity to help tackle the challenges that affect them. By strengthening their influence across the healthcare system, we can help build a future where cancer care is more inclusive and person-centred.

To support this, we’re launching the Macmillan CARE (Culture • Agency • Respect • Equity) Grants Programme. This pilot programme will fund community-led projects that offer new insights and impact. Grants will focus on three key areas:

Cultural Responsiveness: Improving the sensitivity of cancer care to diverse cultural needs.

Shared Decision Making: Empowering people to understand and participate in their care choices.

Dementia-Friendly Cancer Care: Enhancing support for individuals living with both cancer and dementia.

The programme is open to voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations across the UK. We’re looking for groups with an interest in addressing health inequities and delivering co-designed, community-led solutions.

In this first round, up to £1.5 million is available, with grants ranging from £50,000 to £150,000.  The fund is open now and closes on 23 January 2026.

More here; www.macmillan.org.uk/about-us/what-we-do/macmillan-funding-grants/care-grants

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Macmillan CARE Grants - Macmillan Cancer Support

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We will fund projects under three themes:

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Welsh charities could win £22,000 in support and funding with Weston Charity Awards

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Welsh charities could win £22,000 in support and funding with Weston Charity Awards

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Applications for the 2026 Weston Charity Awards are open, giving charities across Wales the chance to access transformational packages of expert support and funding.

About:

·       Applications are open for the 2026 Weston Charity Awards.

·       Winners have the chance to access a package of strategic mentorship worth £16,000, plus £6,500 of unrestricted funding.

·       Winning charities from previous years have thrived and grown thanks to the awards.

Ambitious charities across Wales, the North of England, and the Midlands are invited to apply for the 2026 Weston Charity Awards, which offer transformational support packages worth over £22,000 each.

Up to 22 charities working in community, environment, welfare, or youth sectors will be selected for this substantial programme of support, designed to help organisations strengthen their leadership, plan for sustainable growth, and build long-term resilience.

Delivered through a partnership between the Garfield Weston Foundation and charity partner Pilotlight, each winner receives £6,500 in unrestricted funding, plus access to Pilotlight 360 – a year-long programme of strategic mentoring and leadership development valued at around £16,000.

Each front-line charity is matched with a team of senior business professionals, known as Pilotlighters, who provide tailored coaching on topics such as income diversification, business planning, long-term strategy, volunteer recruitment, and operational efficiency. This expert guidance helps small charities gain the skills and capacity to thrive in an increasingly challenging environment.

Eligible registered charities include those that have delivered a service for over two years, have at least one paid full-time member of staff in a leadership position, and have an income of less than £5 million per year.

One of last year’s winners was Welsh Dee Trust, an environmental charity that works to ensure the River Dee is free from pollution and full of wildlife. CEO of Welsh Dee Trust, Peter Powell, said of winning a Weston Charity Award:

“It’s made a big impact to Welsh Dee Trust. Personally, I really enjoyed it. It’s been good for my own development. It made me a better leader and CEO and forced me to think more strategically. It has improved my skills immensely. I had to think more about long-term planning and how we get from where we are now to where we want to be.”

Since launching in 2014, over 200 charities have received Weston Charity Awards. A recent independent evaluation analysing the 10-year impact of the programme revealed that almost all leaders reported that their charity is more operationally fit after winning (96%), with four out of five stating that the improvements are still felt to this day (83%). Winners also reported having more effective senior leadership (98%) as well as a clearer organisational purpose (91%).

Clare Gough, Director at the Garfield Weston Foundation, said:

“Charities are under more pressure than ever, with rising costs, funding competition, and growing need. The Weston Charity Awards use a unique combination of expert mentoring and funding to help build an achievable plan for sustainable growth that gets charities future-ready. Winners can then concentrate on what matters most, delivering impact within their community.”

Pilotlight CEO, Lisa Pearce, added:

“The Weston Charity Awards are about unlocking potential not just through funding, but through the power of connection, leadership and shared learning. Charities are doing extraordinary work under huge pressure, and this programme gives them the space, skills and confidence to plan for the future. It’s a real privilege to see how collaboration between charity leaders and business experts helps to strengthen the sector from within.”

Other previous winners include The Sanctuary Trust, which works across North Wales and North West England to relieve and prevent homelessness. John Wigley, CEO of The Sanctuary Trust, said of the process:

“We needed guidance and that’s what you gave us.  [… It] far exceeded my expectations. I’ve grown in confidence and realised I’m capable of doing this. You have been a shadow board that has challenged me – I needed that.”

The Weston Charity Awards application deadline is 5pm on Friday 9 January 2026.

Who can apply?

·       Registered charities (charity number required)

·       Income under £5m per year

·       At least two years of service delivery

·       At least one full-time paid leader

·       Based in the North of England, the Midlands or Wales

·       Working in Community, Welfare, Youth or Environmental action

To find out more and apply, visit: www.pilotlight.org.uk/weston-charity-awards

Charities can also attend a free Zoom session where they can find out more about the benefits and get top tips on crafting a standout application.

All sessions take place online via Zoom from 1-2pm:

10 November (with Interlink and Voluntary Action Merthyr Tydfil)

4 December

16 December

Tickets are available through Eventbrite.

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Created to support ambitious charities working in the fields of Community, Welfare and Youth. Following the successful pilot in 2014, they now amplify the impact of charities across the North of England, the Midlands, and Wales, and charities working in the field of environmental action.

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Created to support ambitious charities working in the fields of Community, Welfare and Youth. Following the successful pilot in 2014, they now amplify the impact of charities across the North of England, the Midlands, and Wales, and charities working in the field of environmental action.

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PAVS, as part of the TSSW network has been involved in developing a  series of short films to highlight that anyone can be a Trustee!

Here are the video links:

Dee's story Eng: https://youtu.be/MU8Dv5daVrg

Lindsay's story Eng: https://youtu.be/GTh7qQYxQhw

Trustee myth busting Eng: https://youtu.be/jHWZEdD5jVA

Dee's story Wel: https://youtu.be/xy7d9IO3PJU

Lindsay's story Wel: https://youtu.be/JsXnV9MYzC8

Trustee myth busting Wel: https://youtu.be/k13hP6K7yhA

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Vicar's Relief Fund (VRF)

Funding available for rent in advance, deposits, ID and removal costs

We’re writing from St Martin-in-the-Fields Charity, where we work to end homelessness by providing funding, supporting frontline workers, and advocating for change.

As part of this, we offer the Vicar’s Relief Fund (VRF), which awards fast emergency grants of up to £500 to help people who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless. These crisis grants can be used to remove immediate barriers such as rent in advance, deposits, ID, and removal costs. If all the required information is provided, we aim to process and pay grants within 5 working days.

We would like to invite you to join a Zoom meeting where we can discuss our grant offer and answer any questions you might have:

Date/time: Tuesday 09 December 14:00 – 15:30

Meeting link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/75035588195?pwd=hQ6VbJwght3uTc3oXLBYLL0G6M7rZr.1

Meeting ID: 750 3558 8195

Passcode: 2AeYtm

You can register for an account today using your direct work email address and once approved, you can start an application via our Application Portal. (Instructions on how to register, request an account and apply for grants are included in our Help Page and FAQ’s).

Full details of the above are set out in our Terms & Conditions and Grant Making Policy, which includes our eligibility criteria. Please read these documents carefully before registering for an account or applying for a grant.

Please also feel free to tell other local charities about the VRF if it could help support people they are working with to access accommodation.

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Vicar’s Relief Fund | St Martin in the Field

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We’re the Frontline Network. We support workers from the public, statutory and voluntary sectors working on the frontline with people experiencing homelessness

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Digital Inclusion Wales Grant - Now open! Deadline 9th February @ 4pm

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Digital Inclusion Wales Grant - Now open! Deadline 9th February @ 4pm

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What funding is available?

There are 2 types of grants.

Core Grant (up to 3 years)

Available for projects based on identified local needs.

Total funding: £360,000 revenue and £30,000 capital per year.

Typical application: up to £40,000 revenue and £3,500 capital per year.

Maximum application over 3 years: £120,000 revenue and £10,500 capital.

Innovation Grant (up to 12 months)

Available for innovative ways to help people independently engage more with digital technology.

Total funding: £40,000 revenue and £20,000 capital per year.

Typical application: up to £10,000 revenue and £5,000 capital.

Who can apply for the grant?

The Digital Inclusion Wales Grant, both Core and Innovation is open to all sectors, including:

community groups

social enterprises

third sector

faith groups

public and private sector organisations

If applying as a partnership/collaboration, you should name a lead organisation as the grant holder and data controller. Please also include a named lead from each partner organisation.

About the grant

The grants support projects that:

embed digital inclusion in your organisation

encourage cross-sector collaboration

help people overcome barriers to digital exclusion

strengthen or create partnerships to support localised needs

Funding can include staff costs where needed to release capacity to help support people.

Required criteria

All applications must include:

evidence of written confirmation of commitment from all organisations involved

the resources you will commit to and provide a proposed timeline for the outcomes

Core Grant

Core Grant projects must begin from 1 April 2026 and end on 31 March 2029.

Innovation Grant

Innovation Grant projects must begin from 1 April 2026 and end 31 March 2027.

We welcome projects that support Welsh-speaking communities and other language needs.

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Grant to help reduce digital exclusion and supports our ambition for everyone to meet the Minimum Digital Living Standard.

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The National Lottery Community Fund Presented at Queen's Hall, Narberth on 13.11.25 Pembrokeshire Funding Fair '25

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Funding Fair Post Event Copy of National Lottery Community Fund Presentation

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Funding Fair Post Event Copy of National Lottery Community Fund Presentation

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The National Lottery Community Fund Presentation (PAVS Funding Fair, Nov 2025)

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Funding Fair Post Event Resources Exhibitor Guide 2025

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Funding Fair Post Event Resources Exhibitor Guide 2025

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Following our successful Pembrokeshire Funding Fair on Thursday 13th November we are sharing the Exhibitor Guide as a useful one-stop record of contacts. Please email development@pavs.org.uk if you need any support following the event. The PAVS Team is here to support you!

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Port of Milford Haven Community Fund 2026

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Port of Milford Haven Community Fund 2026

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The Fore Spring 2026 Funding Round - Registration open from midday 26th November - midday 3rd December

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Offering unrestricted grants of up to £45,000 to help small charities and social enterprises develop, grow or become more sustainable.

Successful applicants will receive:

·                A grant of up to £45,000 of unrestricted funding over 1 to 3 years.

·                Access to free, highly skilled support provided by experienced professionals.

·                Access to our programme of skills training workshops, covering areas such as fundraising, communications, finance, strategy and more.

·                A fully funded place on an impact measurement course.

·                Access to peer networking opportunities.

Who is eligible to apply?

All UK registered charities, CIOs, CICs limited by guarantee and charitable CBSs with an annual income of under £500,000 are welcome to apply. Please also take our eligibility quiz here.

These grants are intended to create a step change for your organisation. What do you need to get to the next stage of your development? Our grant might help your organisation to grow, increase your staff capacity, become more sustainable or make your systems more efficient – we don’t mind, we just want you to be able to be better at what you do.

How to apply:

1.                You will need to register your interest in applying. Registration will be open for one week from 12pm (midday) on 26th November, to 12pm (midday) on 3rd December. During this time, please register your interest on our Apply for Funding webpage (this will take 2 to 3 minutes).

2.                On 4th December, all registered applicants will receive confirmation of whether they have been allocated a place on the funding round along with details of how to apply. If there are more applicants registered than places available, places will be allocated at random.

3.                Once you have received confirmation of your place on the funding round, write your application before the deadline of 5pm, Monday 12th January.

Please come along to our online Q&A session on Wednesday, 26th November, 12pm to 1pm to hear more from The Fore team about our processes and pose your own questions before you register to apply. You can sign up here. If you can’t make it on the day, please register if you would like to receive the recording after the event.

If you have any questions, we are happy to help – Please email us at info@thefore.org

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Our Summer 2023 funding is now closed for registrations.

On 18th April, all those who submitted a registration for our National, North West or South West funds were emailed with confirmation of whether they have been allocated a place on the funding round. They have then been invited to submit a full application. We have plenty of resources on how you can strengthen your application.

If you have not heard from us regarding the status of your registration, please double check your spam/junk folders and get in touch with us at [email protected]

If you have missed out on our Summer registrations, take a look at the timeline for our next funding round below.

Timetable of funding rounds

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Our Summer 2023 funding is now closed for registrations. On 18th April, all those who submitted a registration for our National, North West or South West funds were emailed with confirmation of whether they have been allocated a place on the funding round. They have then been invited to submit a full application.

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Sustainable Development Fund - Deadline 5.12.25

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Sustainable Development Fund - Deadline 5.12.25

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A new round of Sustainable Development Funding (SDF) opened on 16 October 2025, with applications closing on 5 December 2025.

Information on the National Park website shortly, but anyone interested in the meantime can email enquiries to sdf@pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk

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Applying for the Sustainable Development Fund is straightforward, with help and advice readily available either on this website and/or by contacting us via 01646 642800 or sdf@pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk.

How to make an application

First complete the eligibility checklist to confirm you are eligible.

If you are eligible, complete the online application form or download the application form from our website. Please read the main SDF page and guidance notes below to help you answer the questions.

Applications can be made in Welsh or English.

Check the website for the latest deadlines. Be sure to get your application in on time!

Submit your application online or email your application along with your annual accounts, a recent bank statement and your governing document/constitution, by emailing it to sdf@pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk.

Part 1 - Organisation details

Question 1

You can find your correct legal name on your governing document. What your governing document is called depends on your organisation type. It may be called a constitution, trust deed or memorandum and articles of association, or something else entirely.

Question 2

What is the main or registered address, including postcode, for your organisation?

Question 3

This is not an exhaustive list of organisation types, so if you are not sure if you can apply, please get in touch to check.

Question 4

Not all organisations will have a charity registration number or a company number. If you do have one, please ensure you include it. If you are not a registered charity or company, don't worry, you can still apply.

If you are registered with the charity commission, you do not need to send in your latest accounts and constitution.

Question 5

Organisation website address and social media name/s.

Contact information

Question 6

We are happy to help with communication needs. This might include textphone, sign language, large print, audiotape or braille.

Question 7

The legally responsible contact must be at least 18 years old. They are responsible for ensuring that this application is supported by the organisation applying, any funded project is delivered as set out in the application form, and that the funded organisation meets our monitoring requirements. It could be the Chair of your charity or community council.

Part 2 - Your project

Question 8

We know it can sometimes be hard to think of a snappy name, so if you are struggling, just keep it simple and to the point.

Question 9

There are four areas of funding we are looking to support - please tick which one your project relates to.

Question 10

This is particularly important if you are requesting funding for 'any other community-based carbon reduction project'.

Here are some ideas about what else to tell us:

How your project idea came about

What you want to do

Who will be involved and

What impact it will make

Question 11

Tell us the village, town or city that your project will take place. Remember only projects that are in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and surrounding area are eligible to apply. Priority will be given to projects within the National Park.

Question 12 and 13

Most small-scale capital projects do not need planning permission, but some will. Please check with the appropriate planning authority before submitting your application.

Question 14

When are you planning on starting and completing your project?

Question 15

Are you VAT registered?

Question 16

If you are VAT registered, please include your costs before VAT is added. Please round your costs to the nearest £1. You should use budget headings, rather than a detailed list of items. For example, if you're applying for pens, pencils, paper and envelopes, using 'office supplies' is fine. Please supply quotes with your application.

Question 17

Tell us how much you are applying to the Sustainable Development Fund (SDF) for. This must be no more than 80% of the total project cost.

Question 18

Match funding is a requirement. 20 - 50% of the total project cost should be from source(s) other than the SDF grant. This can be in cash from other sources such as own reserves, another grant or in kind. For example, volunteer time, pro-bono professional help.

Question 19

We want to know how you will measure the success of the project. Will you calculate carbon reduced? What method will you use?

Question 20

Please tell us how the project will be supported in the future.

Question 21

Please tell us about how you will communicate your project to the wider community. You may wish to consider including a digital display if you are generating energy, or sending information to your local newsletter or website.

Question 22

What the effects will your project have on the Welsh Language? What will be the positive and/or negative effects?

Part 3 - Declaration

It is important to scan in a signature and not type one in.

Please send your signed application together with quotes, a copy of your latest accounts, a recent bank statement and a copy of your governing document/constitution.

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How to apply - Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

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Applying for the Sustainable Development Fund is straightforward, with help and advice readily available either on this website and/or by contacting us via 01646 642800 or sdf@pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk. First complete the eligibility checklist to confirm you are eligible. If you are eligible, complete the online application form or download the application form from our website.

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The Ashley Family Foundation. Next Deadline 31st December 2025

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The Ashley Family Foundation. Next Deadline 31st December 2025

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Funding for Community Based Projects (Wales)

Charities and community groups in Wales are being invited to apply for grants from the Ashley Family Foundation to support projects that promote the arts, crafts, education, and community development.

The foundation, inspired by the legacy of Laura and Bernard Ashley, focuses its funding on initiatives that strengthen rural communities and improve the lives of people who are isolated or disadvantaged. While its main focus is Wales—particularly mid-Wales—it will also consider applications from projects in England that directly benefit Welsh communities.

The Foundations is particularly interested in supporting projects that:

·       Involve the arts (painting, illustration, design, textiles, music, dance, theatre, film, photography)

·       Support crafts, especially heritage skills at risk of being lost and contemporary craft practices.

·       Promote education in the arts, crafts, sustainability, and the environment (for people in Wales, whether studying in Wales or in England)

·       Help rural communities, especially by alleviating isolation or creating opportunities in areas with few existing resources.

·       Strengthen community connections, especially for those who are socially disadvantaged or isolated.

·       Make a sustainability or environmental impact in local communities.

·       Are run by small charities, which often have deep community roots and a passionate commitment to their mission.

Priority is given to small charities with an annual income of under £2 million. Typical grants are up to £10,000 and must represent at least 10% of the total project cost. Funding is available for running costs rather than capital expenses. Multi-year support may be considered in some cases.

Applications are open to organisations registered with the Charity Commission or Companies House, while unregistered groups may apply through a registered partner. The foundation does not fund individuals, religious or overseas projects, schools, or sports-only schemes.

Deadline for applications: 31 December 2025.

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What we fund - The Ashley Family Foundation

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The values of the Foundation are inspired by how Bernard and Laura ran their business. While Laura Ashley grew to be a global empire, it had its roots in mid Wales where Bernard and Laura set up the company and raised their family.

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The Rowing Foundation Grants Programme - Deadline: 12 noon 12th Jan 2026

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The Rowing Foundation Grants Programme - Deadline: 12 noon 12th Jan 2026

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Rowing Foundation Grants Programme (UK)

Organisations, clubs, and schools involved in rowing can apply for grants of between £500 and £4,000 (up to 50% of the overall cost of the project) from the Rowing Foundation to support junior and student rowers and adaptive rowing for all ages.

These grants are intended for groups who may have small funding requirements or be ineligible for other sources of funding such as the National Lottery.

The Rowing Foundation focuses on providing equipment such as boats, sculls, ergos, oars, and safety gear to encourage the participation of young people and the disabled in rowing.

The funding is being made available through two funding programmes:

·       Equipment grants

·       Refurbishment grants

To be eligible for funding, the projects or work must be non-elitist, for public benefit, and aim to benefit young people, those in education, or people with disabilities.

Next application deadline for equipment grants: noon, 12 January 2026.

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THE ROWING FOUNDATION

Providing grants towards the cost of boat equipment or boat refurbishments to support junior & student rowers, and adaptive rowing for all ages.

We match your spending up to a maximum of £4,000 per grant

Grant to Gorse Boat Club to help buy an adaptive single

Putting Young People on the Water

Our charity was established in 1980 with the aim of "putting young people on the water" and we remain true to this ethos today.

We help to fund equipment purchases (boats, blades etc) or boat refurbishments (such as a "hull & tops" service). The items must be for the use of Junior squads at clubs or at university boat clubs.

Most of our grants go to UK Rowing Clubs - but we also support clubs or organisations involved in " on water rowing-type " activities. Recent awards have been made to Gig clubs and Scout groups.

Support for Adaptive Rowers

In recent years, we have broadened the scope of our original charitable trust and now also offer grants to further adaptive rowing at clubs.

We can provide grants to help UK clubs and organisations purchase equipment to assist their Adaptive Rowing programmes, and to encourage Adaptive Rowers of all ages.

We are keen to hear from any organisation to see if a grant might help to get more people with any type of disability out on to the water.

Supported by Henley Royal Regatta Charitable Trust

Apply for an Equipment Grant

All applications for equipment grants need to be submitted online via this website. Full details are available on the "Equipment" page or you can press the button below.

The Trustees meet 3 times per year to award grants for equipment.
The Deadline for applications for the next round of equipment grant awards is Noon on Monday 12 January 2026

Apply for a Refurbishment Grant

All applications for equipment grants need to be submitted online via this website. Full details are available on the "Refurbishment" page or you can press the button below.

Refurbishment Grants are awarded on an ongoing basis throughout the year.

Donate

We are an independent charity and are funded solely by donations.

We are very grateful to Henley Royal Regatta Charitable Trust for their continuing support but we also rely on donations from the public. Over the years, the rowing community have been generous in providing support which has enabled us to continue to provide grants to clubs.

Please consider making a donation to our charity.

Who We Are

The Rowing Foundation was founded in 1980 with the aim of "getting young people on the water".

Since that time we have broadened our scope and now also provide support for Adaptive Rowing for all ages.

The Trustees are all members of the rowing community and have a geographical spread throughout the country. Any of them would be delighted to discuss a potential grant with you.

To get in touch, please use the form on the "Contact Us" page and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

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The Rowing Foundation is a registered charity. Its purpose is to promote the participation in rowing of young people (those under 18 or still in full time education) and the disabled of all ages.

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Roles and Responsibilities -What every committee member needs to know! 11th December 9.30am – 12.30pm  @ The Green Shed, Haverfordwest

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Roles and Responsibilities -What every committee member needs to know! 11th December 9.30am – 12.30pm  @ The Green Shed, Haverfordwest

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This workshop is for new committee members and more experienced members who would like an update. It will help you feel more informed, able to be an effective trustee and support your committee.

By the end of the session participants will:

·   Have a clear understanding of roles and responsibilities of committee members

·   Recognise the roles of the Chair, Secretary & Treasurer within the organisation

·  What makes an effective committee member

·   Understand the importance of the governing document

·  Understand the responsibilities associated with a legal structure

·  Be familiar with the requirements of external regulatory bodies

·  Identify potential liabilities and how to guard against them

Who Should Sign Up:

·  Those considering becoming a trustee but want to know more before they do.

· New charity trustees who want to understand the fundamentals of being a trustee.

·  Serving charity trustees who want to update or refresh their knowledge.

· Staff in charities who need to know what trustees do, or develop an effective board.

* Places on this course are limited.

The cost of the session is as follows:

·   PAVS members: £25.00

·   Pembrokeshire Voluntary Group/Non-PAVS members: £35.00

·  Individuals & Private Organisations £ 50.00

·  Statutory Organisations £ 80.00

Joining Instructions:

Light Refreshments will be available throughout the session , but it would be helpful if you could bring along your own refillable cup.

Car parking is available at the venue.

This workshop can also be tailored to your organisation and delivered at a time and place to suit you. For information email development@pavs.org.uk

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Tutor: Vanessa John, PAVS
This workshop is for new committee members and more experienced members who would like an update. It will help you feel more…

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Arts for Impact Fund - Deadline; Weds 17th Dec

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Arts for Impact Fund - Deadline; Weds 17th Dec

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Arts for impact are excited to share that Big Give, in partnership with Figurative Philanthropy for Arts & Culture, is now accepting applications for their third Arts for Impact campaign, supporting arts and culture charities across the UK driving positive social impact.

What’s the campaign about?

Arts for Impact gives charities the chance to have public donations doubled through match funding provided by their Champions, typically philanthropists, foundations, and companies who believe in the power of the arts to create lasting change.

Who can apply?

Charities with arts and culture in their core mission, seeking funds for projects that deliver meaningful, transformational outcomes for the communities and people they engage with. For full details on the eligibility criteria and how to apply, visit: biggive.org/artsforimpact/

How to apply?

Charities have two different funding streams that they can choose to apply for:

Raise up to £7,500 in public donations, doubled through our 1:1 match funding model

Raise up to £30,000 in public donations, doubled through our pledge match funding model (with up to £15,000 in Champion funds available).

For further support on how the application and match funding models work, you can watch this video.

To apply for the Arts for Impact:

1. Log in or sign up

2. Click on Big Give Campaigns.

3. Click on Apply now for the Arts for Impact 2026

Key Dates

Applications are open now and close at 5pm on Wednesday 17th December.

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Arts for Impact Fund utilises our Multi Model of match funding. Arts charities apply to Big Give and can select either the 1:1 or Pledge Model of match funding. Their application is assessed by Big Give and our partners, FPAC. Successful charities are awarded a sum of match funding which is ring-fenced for their organisation.

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St Davids Day 2026: Pilot support fund. Deadline - Midday 14th November

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St Davids Day 2026: Pilot support fund. Deadline - Midday 14th November

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A new fund for communities across Wales to help them celebrate St David’s Day next year.

The Welsh Government is looking to maximise the opportunities and benefits for celebrating St David’s Day in 2026 by supporting new and innovative projects, activities and events in the lead up and on St David’s Day 2026 (16 February - 1 March 2026) in Wales which promote traditional and contemporary Welsh culture such as music, art, literature, sport, food and the Welsh language.

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How to apply for a fund that will maximise the opportunities and benefits of celebrating St Davids Day 2026.

Documents

If you need a more accessible version of this document please email digital@gov.wales. Please tell us the format you need. If you use assistive technology please tell us what this is.

If you need a more accessible version of this document please email digital@gov.wales. Please tell us the format you need. If you use assistive technology please tell us what this is.

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How to apply for a fund that will maximise the opportunities and benefits of celebrating St Davids Day 2026.

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PAVS can offer 2 free places (volunteers only, no paid staff) per organisation, per course on any of these courses on offer from Learning Pembrokeshire. Anyone who wants a free place does need to complete a ‘bursary’ form, but this is also the booking form, bursary form here https://padlet.com/louisewilkinson/pvon-iift5bn5q2xwuif0/wish/v3w8Zwy4qLzgaN52

Emergency First Aid at Work course details here https://www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/course-details/EMERFAAW

27/11/2025

Thursday 09:30 - 17:00 (7 hours)

Class Number: 213616

Haverfordwest CLC (Archives)

Emergency Paediatric First Aid course details here https://www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/course-details/EMFRTADPA

04/12/2025
Thursday 09:30 - 17:00 (7 hours)

Class Number: 213617

Haverfordwest CLC (Archives)

Food Safety in Catering course details here https://www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/course-details/FOODSAFETY

11/12/2025
Thursday 09:30 - 17:00 (7 hours)

Class Number: 213618

Haverfordwest CLC (Archives)

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Course Details - Pembrokeshire County Council

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Landfill Disposals Tax Communities Scheme announces 7th Nov & 12th Dec deadlines

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Landfill Disposals Tax Communities Scheme announces 7th Nov & 12th Dec deadlines

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The Landfill Disposals Tax Communities Scheme (LDTCS) funds projects near certain waste transfer stations or landfill sites, with a focus on:

biodiversity

waste minimisation and the reduction of waste to landfill, and

wider environmental enhancements.

The scheme is now open for applications for grants of between £5,000 – £49,000.

For this round of LDTCS, there are two deadlines, to enable applications to be assessed promptly when received.

For consideration in Window 1, please submit it by 11.59 pm on 7 November 2025.

For consideration in Window 2, please submit it by 11.59 pm on 12 December 2025.

For more information and to apply, please visit our LDTCS webpage.

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Children in Need - Pre-Application Advice Sessions

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Children in Need - Pre-Application Advice Sessions

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Following improvements to the grant application process online Teams-based Pre-Application Advice Sessions are now mandatory for all applicants. Sessions allow groups to learn more about eligibility criteria, whether their work aligns with local funding priorities and the types of funding programmes currently available.

Organisations wishing to apply need to attend a session to have their application considered.  If organisations have been previously funded or are current grant holders planning to apply again they will need to attend a session before submitting a new application.

This is quite a change from the previous model where organisations were able to apply directly without contact with the Wales team.

More information and dates for the sessions are now online and can be booked via our website:

Please Register – BBC Children in Need Pre-Application Advice – Wales BBC Plant mewn Angen Cyngor Cyn-Cais - Cymru – Microsoft Teams

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1-2pm Tuesday 4th November 2025

1-2pm Tuesday 9th December 2025

1-2pm Tuesday 13th January 2026

1-2pm Tuesday 24th February 2026

These sessions are designed to provide advice and guidance and answer your questions about the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

This informal workshop is open to all organisations and offers a supportive space to explore topics such as DBS eligibility, referrals, and safeguarding.

Whether you're seeking clarity or just curious to learn more, no question is too small. Come along and get the information you need.

To register please click on the link in the date of the session and complete the registration form.

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Latest Nov 25 Funding deadlines 2526 (1)

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Kids need nature: £10 million to help young children in Wales access natural environment. Application deadline 12pm, 1 December 2025

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Kids need nature: £10 million to help young children in Wales access natural environment. Application deadline 12pm, 1 December 2025

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Early access to the natural environment is truly life-changing. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund has launched Meithrin Natur, a £10 million funding programme to help improve the health and wellbeing of babies, children, their families and care givers across Wales, through connection with the natural environment.

If you’re an early years or environmental organisation with an idea that could support children to access the great outdoors, this is a great opportunity for you.  Visit The National Lottery Community Fund’s website to find out more and apply.

If you have any questions, please email Gareth Scourfield, Communications Manager for Wales, The National Lottery Community Fund.

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Meithrin Natur | The National Lottery Community Fund

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The National Lottery Community Fund gives grants to organisations in the UK to help improve their communities. The money awarded comes from the UK National Lottery.

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Social Farms & Gardens have £200 available to groups in Cymru to run Apple Juicing events that reach new people in Autumn 2025!

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Social Farms & Gardens have £200 available to groups in Cymru to run Apple Juicing events that reach new people in Autumn 2025!

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Social Farms & Gardens have £200 available to groups in Cymru to run Apple Juicing events that reach new people in Autumn 2025!

A juicing event is a great way to bring new people into your community growing space, whether you have a community garden with fruit trees or a community orchard. If you don't have your own fruit trees, why not ask visitors to bring their apples along?

We are looking for applications from groups who want to reach new people, and applications stating this will be scored more highly.

We are also interested in applications that encourage people to think about their climate impact. Again, these applications will be scored higher.

What can we provide?
We can provide £200 to support your event, as well as support from our team based across Wales to talk through your idea, help with promotion and signpost you to useful resources.

Deadline
Applications will be assessed and applicants notified weekly until the finance runs out, due to early juicing season. Successful groups will receive £200 once you have sent us evidence of your event.

Click here to apply

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Durham University has reminded you to respond to their survey:

Third Sector Trends in Wales - 2025

Third Sector Trends study has gone incredibly well with over 8,000 survey returns in 2025 from across England and Wales so far.

Wales is such a varied country that we need a lot more responses so that we can get under the surface of what’s happening locally now and find out what’s changed since 2022.

It’s only once every three years and this is our final call, so please take part because we really need to hear from you before the survey closes on 30th September.

The survey is thought-provoking, quick and easy to do on your PC, laptop, tablet or phone. It is also completely anonymous and confidential [our ethics and privacy policy can be found Here if you’d like more detail].

If you’d prefer to do the survey in Welsh, you can, just click here.  And if you’re involved with several charities, then choose the one where you are currently spending more time.

If you’re worried about anything, please feel free to contact me, Professor Tony Chapman, St Chad's College, Durham University, 18 North Bailey, Durham DH1 3RH, tony.chapman@durham.ac.uk.

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Online surveys is a powerful, easy to use tool for creating online surveys. Run by Jisc, online surveys is used by over 300 different organisations in the UK…

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WCVA - Putting the funding code of practice into action

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WCVA - Putting the funding code of practice into action

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Chris Buchan, lead for Welsh Government’s Third Sector Policy and Support team, outlines the steps being taking to ensure the updated funding code of practice is being used across Welsh Government.

In April, Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Jane Hutt MS, formally launched the revised Code of Practice for Funding the Third Sector. The revised Code was endorsed by the Cabinet. The 2025 edition of the Code focuses on five key principles of good grant-making:

Early and continuous dialogue – Ensuring meaningful and regular engagement between funders and third/voluntary sector bodies.

Flexibility – Ensuring that if evidence or circumstances support the need, both funder and funded organisations can suggest adjustments for joint agreement.

Equity – Ensuring fairness of access for all – creating a funding environment that is proportionate, removes barriers to inclusion and builds support.

Valuing and outcomes – Ensuring we are basing our funding decisions on a broad consideration of social, environmental and economic value and outcomes.

Appropriate funding mechanisms – Ensuring funders consider all options and choose the appropriate mechanism(s) that will effectively deliver agreed outcomes throughout the funding period.

The revised Code was two years in the making, but the launch really marked the beginning of the work with partners to continue to raise awareness and facilitate the behavioural change necessary to create a better funding environment.

TAKING ACTION

On the Welsh Government side, this means working with policy officials and grant managers across Welsh Government, as well as our senior managers, to influence how funding is administered.

Working with policy officials and grant managers we hope to influence behavioural change from the bottom up. We also hope that this will have a knock-on effect across the public sector as public sector funding often starts with us. We recognise this will be a long-term process, but it has already begun:

The Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Welsh Language, and the full Cabinet recently recommitted to longer term funding agreements where this is appropriate.

The Welsh Government’s Grants Centre of Excellence has carried out awareness sessions to inform funding officials of the policy on longer term funding and advise how it can best be implemented. Over 200 people attended these sessions.

Welsh Government’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Andrew Goodall has agreed to be a champion for the Code across the public sector. Andrew is our most senior official, and can influence from the top down. This means we are working from both directions to raise awareness and facilitate the behavioural change we need.

The Code is referenced in the Welsh Government’s Minimum Standards for Grants. This document is used by all Welsh Government grant managers.

It is also a consideration for policy officials developing new grant programmes as part of Welsh Government’s grant assurance process.

In the short-term future, we will be delivering further awareness sessions for Welsh Government officials during September, considering each aspect of the Code. The first topic, one we get lots of interest in, is full cost recovery.

WHAT CAN THE VOLUNTARY SECTOR DO?

The voluntary sector has an important role to play in raising awareness of the Code with public sector stakeholders (especially health boards and local authorities) and in providing the Funding and Compliance Sub-committee with examples of both good and bad practice.

We can use good practice examples to show the importance of following the Code’s principles, the positive impact it can have on both organisations and their beneficiaries, thereby helping Welsh Government to achieve its aims.

We have already received some examples where funding from Welsh Government has not met expectations. Working with individual teams we can seek to improve practice for the future and resolve issues in the present. It is also important for us to hear about those good examples, we can use these to highlight the benefits of using the Code.

GET IN TOUCH

To share good or bad examples of Welsh Government grant making based on the principles and guidance provided in the Code you can contact us in the Third Sector Policy and Support team directly at thirdsectorenquiries@wales.gov. You can also get in touch through the WCVA team (including if you want to share an example anonymously) at funding@wcva.cymru.

This is the start of what we hope will be a process with very positive results.

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Navigate - Information and Support in Wales

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Navigate - Information and Support in Wales

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A guide to information and support available on a range of topics for people in Wales.

This page is intended to be a “land and launch” platform to provide those supporting others with easy access to trusted services and information on a range of key risk factors contributing to poor mental health and vulnerability to suicide.

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SSHP - Suicide and Self harm Programme Cymru Training Hub

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Do you need to speak to someone right now?

The C.A.L.L. (Community Advice and Listening Line) helpline for Wales is a free, confidential, bilingual 24/7 helpline that can support those experiencing a range of issues, their family, friends, carers and those supporting.

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The C.A.L.L. (Community Advice and Listening Line) helpline for Wales is a free, confidential, bilingual 24/7 helpline that can support those experiencing a range of issues, their family, friends, carers and those supporting.

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Training from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

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Training from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

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Upcoming workshops that may be of interest to you or your organisation. These sessions are designed to provide practical guidance on DBS processes, eligibility, and best practices for safeguarding.

Upcoming Workshops:

Disclosure (Eligibility) Workshop – Wednesday 26th November 2025 12:00 – 13:30 – Local Authority

Information Gathering (Referrals) Workshop – Tuesday 25th November 2025 13:00 – 14:30 – Open

Dual (Eligibility and Referrals) Workshop – Wednesday 3rd December 2025 10:00 – 12:00 – Health

Q & A Drop In – Tuesday 9th December 2025 13:00 – 14:00 – Open

Disclosure (Eligibility) Workshop – Wednesday 10th December 2025 12:00 – 13:30 – Voluntary

Barring Referral Service (Referrals) Workshop – Friday 12th December 2025 10:00 – 11:00 – Open

Disclosure (Eligibility) Workshop – Tuesday 16th December 2025 12:00 – 13:30 – Health

Update Service (Eligibility) Workshop – Wednesday 17th December 2025 12:00 – 13:30 – Open

Disclosure (Eligibility) Workshop – Monday 22nd December 2025 11:00 – 12:30 – Safeguarding

Dual (Eligibility and Referrals) Workshop – Wednesday 7th January 2026 10:00 – 12:00 – Open

Barring (Referrals) Workshop – Thursday 8th January 2026 13:00 – 14:30 – Local Authority

Disclosure (Eligibility) Workshop – Tuesday 13th January 2026 10:00 – 11:30 – Open

Q & A Drop In – Tuesday 13th January 2026 13:00 – 14:00 – Open

Barring (Referrals) Workshop – Wednesday 14th January 2026 12:00 – 13:30 – Health

Barring (Referrals) Workshop – Tuesday 20th January 2026 12:00 – 13:30 – Voluntary

Barring (Referrals) Workshop – Friday 30th January 2026 10:00 – 11:30 – Sport

Barring (Referrals) Workshop – Tuesday 3rd February 2026 12:00 – 13:30 – Safeguarding

Harmful Behaviour (Referrals) Workshop – Wednesday 4th February 2026 11:00 – 12:30 – Open

Information Gathering (Referrals) Workshop – Tuesday 10th February 2026 11:00 – 12:30 – Open

Barring Referral Service (Referrals) Workshop – Tuesday 17th February 2026 13:00 – 14:00 – Open

Update Service (Eligibility) Workshop – Tuesday 24th February 2026 10:00 – 11:30 – Open

Q & A Drop In – Tuesday 24th February 2026 10:00 – 11:30 – Open

These sessions can be registered onto by using the link in the dates above.

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Legacy Fundraising - research points to opportunities (for children's charities and others)

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Legacy Fundraising - research points to opportunities (for children's charities and others)

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Legacy giving is on the rise, with public awareness, participation and openness all increasing. But as the UK prepares for a historic transfer of wealth, are all parts of the sector equally positioned to benefit?
This blog explores findings of Smee & Ford’s 2025 Legacy Giving Report alongside insights from our own research. Including a closer look at the causes the public say they care about most – including children’s charities – and ask why some sectors remain underrepresented, and what can be done to change that.

Bitly | bit.ly/3UvPpOQ - (Legacy Giving Report link here)

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Legacy giving: a growing opportunity for children’s charities

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Legacy giving has long been a cornerstone of charitable income in the UK. But with the UK on the brink of the largest intergenerational transfer of wealth in history, there’s renewed interest in what the future holds for gifts left in wills – and what this means for different parts of the sector.

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A Flourishing Wellbeing Economy for Wales - New Oxfam/ Institute of Welsh Affairs Report (July 2025)

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A Flourishing Wellbeing Economy for Wales - New Oxfam/ Institute of Welsh Affairs Report (July 2025)

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A Flourishing Wellbeing Economy for Wales - Economic Priorities for the next Welsh Government

This post shares the link to a recent research report, A Flourishing Wellbeing Economy for Wales, produced in partnership with Oxfam Cymru, bringing together our work on Wales' wellbeing economy, and offering practical policy recommendations for the next Welsh Government.

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A Flourishing Wellbeing Economy for Wales - Institute of Welsh Affairs

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Economic priorities for the next Welsh Government Our latest report, A Flourishing Wellbeing Economy for Wales, produced in partnership between

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Newid promotes good digital practice across the third sector in Wales. They do this by providing training, support and information. Click the link here to find out more Newid Cymru: Digital for the Third Sector in Wales

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Newid Cymru: Digital for the Third Sector in Wales

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Training and Support - Newid Cymru: Digital for the Third Sector in Wales

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View our collection of training and support resources.

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Fundraising in Freefall - Shape History Report (can be downloaded at the link)

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Fundraising in Freefall - Shape History Report (can be downloaded at the link)

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The UK’s donor landscape is ever changing with new giving models coming in. Find out more and explore potential!

Shape History has taken a look at the UK Giving Report 2025 from the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF).

Packed with data, analysis, and key lessons for navigating a sector in flux and pulled out some of the most revealing insights, explored what they might be telling us about the future of fundraising, and offered practical steps your organisation can take in response.

Download the full report Fundraising in Freefall now, and start planning for what’s next.

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Fundraising In Freefall: Seven Insights To Take You From Nosedive To New Heights - Shape History

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Download the full report Fundraising in Freefall now, and start planning for what’s next.

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Why was my grant application unsuccessful?

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Why was my grant application unsuccessful?

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What are the typical mistakes people make with their applications?

We've written here about nine steps to grant application success but we know that not every grant application results in funding. So what are some of the errors people make that harm their chances of success?

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Why was my grant application unsuccessful? | Localgiving

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Every grant has different specifics and requirements, but I asked my colleagues who deal with grants every day for some of the common reasons that applications they reviewed weren’t successful, this is what they told me:

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Funding Checklist - developed by Paul Stepczak

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Funding Checklist - developed by Paul Stepczak

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This can be used as a helpful guide to ensure you have covered key points in your application.

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Welsh Government Code for Practice of funding the Third sector

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Welsh Government Code for Practice of funding the Third sector

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Welsh Government has now published an updated Code for Practice of funding the Third sector. The Code, published in April 2025, is a set of principles that, when applied well, ensure good practice in funding voluntary organisations.

The document is for use by Welsh Government grant managers in support of the development and delivery of voluntary sector funding and for the voluntary sector to understand how they can expect to be funded.

The Code applies to Welsh Government funding, and Welsh Government funding delivered by other public sector organisations, such as local authorities and health boards.

RAISING ISSUES

If you believe the Code is not being applied you can raise issues with Welsh Government funding schemes to the Funding and Compliance Sub-committee via thirdsectorenquiries@gov.wales or funding@wcva.cymru.

(Published April 2025)

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It’s been 10 years since Wales
made a commitment to future
generations. How far have we
come?

Cymru is a nation of doers, we
must come together to act in the
interests of people and planet.
Read the Future Generations
Report 2025 for findings and
recommendations to act now: Home - Future Generations Wales

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Future Generations Report 2025 - Future Generations Wales

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The Future Generations Report is designed to support politicians and public body leaders in making life better for people and planet now and in the future. This report is based on extensive evidence, research and analysis and engagement with hundreds of representatives from organisations and communities across Wales. It includes findings and statutory advice to Public Bodies. The Future Generations Commissioner will work with Public Bodies to ensure that the recommendations in the report are implemented. Without urgent action to address the climate and nature emergency, growing inequality and other long-term trends, we will be on track for an unrecognisable future, where the choices we have taken before us today are taken away, or made more difficult than we could ever imagine. Our Well-being of Future Generations Act provides us with a pathway for improving lives now and in the future so that when people ask what we did to make Wales and the world better we can say we did everything we could.

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Applications will focus on one of two key funding areas:

Financial wellbeing

Helping people take control of their wellbeing by giving them the tools to be more financially independent and ready for anything.

Climate action

Promoting healthy, thriving communities by preventing, preparing for and protecting against the impacts of climate change.

Full eligibility criteria here; Eligibility Criteria | Aviva Community Fund – read these carefully to ensure you meet the criteria.

Submit an application

Applications are open all year round.

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​Ogi's Community Fund Apply Check for further deadlines here ​

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​Ogi's Community Fund Apply Check for further deadlines here ​

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​Ogi's community fund, 'Cefnogi' (meaning "support" in Welsh), offers micro-grants of up to £500 to local groups and community organisations within Ogi's full fibre towns and villages. The previous funding round focused on projects that encourage people to 'get offline' and engage in community activities. Eligible applicants included formally constituted groups, community associations, social enterprises, Community Interest Companies, and Community Benefit Societies operating in Ogi-served areas.

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Find out if you can access one of Ogi’s award-winning community fund grants.

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Welsh Government Democratic Engagement Grant Deadline. Applications under £1000 can be submitted at any time. 

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The Welsh Government is pleased to launch its Democratic Engagement Grant for a further three years with £400,000 being available to support projects in the 2025-26 financial year, through to the end of 2027-28.

The grant aims to support local authorities, third sector, and not-for-profit organisations working in Wales to pursue an innovative approach to engaging those typically under-represented in our democracy. This includes but is not limited to:

young people,

disabled people,

people from lower socio-economic backgrounds or those who are long-term unemployed,

non-UK nationals,

people from minority-ethnic groups.

The grant will help funded organisations ensure as many people as possible are engaged, motivated, and empowered to take part in democracy, giving them the tools to make their voice heard and to impact positively on the Wales around them. Applications for under £1000 can be submitted at any time. Further information including the grant documentation can be found here: https://www.gov.wales/democratic-engagement-grant

Please contact Etholiadau.Elections@gov.wales if you have any queries.

Grant Ymgysylltu Democrataidd Llywodraeth Cymru

Mae Llywodraeth Cymru yn falch o lansio ei Grant Ymgysylltu Democrataidd am dair blynedd arall gyda £400,000 ar gael i gefnogi prosiectau ym mlwyddyn ariannol 2025-26, hyd at ddiwedd 2027-28.

Nod y grant yw cefnogi awdurdodau lleol, sefydliadau trydydd sector a sefydliadau nid-er-elw sy'n gweithio yng Nghymru i ddilyn dull arloesol o ymgysylltu â'r rhai sydd fel arfer wedi'u tangynrychioli yn ein democratiaeth. Mae hyn yn cynnwys ond heb fod yn gyfyngedig i:

pobl ifanc,

pobl anabl,

pobl o gefndiroedd economaidd-gymdeithasol is neu'r rhai sy'n ddi-waith hirdymor,

dinasyddion nad ydynt yn y DU,

pobl o grwpiau lleiafrifoedd-ethnig.

Bydd y grant yn helpu sefydliadau a ariennir i sicrhau bod cymaint o bobl â phosibl yn cael eu hymgysylltu, eu cymell a'u grymuso i gymryd rhan mewn democratiaeth, gan roi'r offer iddynt wneud i'w llais gael ei glywed ac i gael effaith gadarnhaol ar Gymru o'u cwmpas. Gellir cyflwyno ceisiadau am lai na £1000 ar unrhyw adeg. Mae rhagor o wybodaeth gan gynnwys dogfennaeth y grant ar gael yma: https://www.gov.wales/democratic-engagement-grant

Cysylltwch â Etholiadau.Elections@gov.cymru os oes gennych unrhyw ymholiadau.

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A grant to encourage and support people in engaging with the democratic process.

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The way you apply for National Lottery funding through the Be Active Wales Fund has changed.

Instead of applying all year-round, you will be able to apply during specific windows to make sure that all applicants are given the highest standards of customer service.

Window one has opened today, so your club can apply for grant funding for on-field improvements such as equipment, coaching courses, venue hire and more to help you get more people playing.

There will be three windows of opportunity to apply this year:

Window 1 & 2: both closed

Window 3: 9am Wednesday 5 November 2025 – 4pm Wednesday 14 January 2026

Please note that you can only have one successful application across the three windows. You must submit your Expression of Interest at least one week before the closing date to ensure you have enough time to submit your full application.

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WHAT IS THE BE ACTIVE WALES FUND?

Each year, the National Lottery invests millions of pounds into different areas of Welsh sport, from grassroots to elite level. One of the ways they support grassroots sport is through the Be Active Wales fund, which offer grants from £300 to £50,000 for projects in Wales that intend to do at least one of the following:

reduce inequality

create long-term sustainability

introduce new or different ways of operating

For example, National Lottery funding could be used to:

upskill volunteers where clubs you have gaps in skills or experience

buy equipment that allows more people to take part in sport

develop new or different ways to deliver physical activity

uses technology to engage more people

reach people currently under-represented in sport and physical activity.

More information: What will the Be Active Wales Fund and Crowdfunder support?

Who is eligible

You are eligible if you're a not-for-profit club or community organisation in Wales with a project or activity that:

has not yet started

will take place in Wales and be mainly for people who live in Wales

not only for the benefit of pupils of a school where the project takes place

How we assess applications

We assess projects based on how funding will make a difference for your club or organisation or people in your community. We fund projects that aim to meet at least one of the Be Active Wales Fund goals.
1. Reduce inequality
Certain groups are currently underrepresented in sport. We will support applications that increase participation in sport and representation for:

women and girls

people with a disability

people from a black, asian and minority ethnic group or background (bame)

lesbian, gay and bisexual people

transgender people

people living in social economic deprivation / disadvantage

those who use the welsh language

2. Create long-term sustainability

We will support any projects that will help you set up to succeed in the long-term.

For example: Creating improvements to facilities, addressing a need for skills or enabling more people to take part in your sport.

3. Introduce new or different ways of delivering physical activity
This could be anything that helps you to deliver physical activity in a new and different way.

For example: Providing online sessions, new types of equipment or using online tools.

If you don't think your project meets any of the above three goals but would still make a big difference to your community, please get in touch with us to discuss your project.

How to contact us

You can email us with any queries at [javascript protected email address]

Or phone the helpline on 0300 3003102, Monday to Friday, between 10:00-12:30 & 1:15-16:00.

How many times can I apply?

You can apply once per club or group every financial year (April to April).

How is funding awarded?

The minimum award is £300 and the maximum award is £50,000*.

The funding is awarded on a sliding scale:

100% grant up to £10,000

90% grant for awards between £10,001 and £25,000

80% grant for awards between £25,001 and £50,000

* You will need to make a contribution of 10% for grants over £10k or 20% over £25k.

How to apply

You can apply with us online. Please fill out our Expression of Interest Form and we will get back to you within 2 working days with further information on making an application.

Before you apply, we suggest you contact at least one of these groups for guidance in your application:

your national governing body if you have one

your local authority sports development department

any other relevant support organisations

Please be advised that applications may be submitted in English or Welsh and any application submitted in Welsh will be treated no less favourably than an application submitted in English.

If you already have an application pending with us, you can still log into our application portal.

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The Be Active Wales Fund aims to protect, prepare and progress community sport clubs and organisations in Wales through the Covid-19 pandemic and into the future.

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To find out more information contact:

Stephanie Barwood

07909 168121

Stephanie.barwood@groundwork.org.uk

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AS A COMMUNITY BUILDING, KEEP YOUR ENERGY COSTS DOWN!

We help community-run buildings across South West Wales (Dyfed area) take the leap into renewable energy without the headache. Whether it’s rooftop solar, battery storage, EV charging, or energy-saving upgrades, we make the whole process simpler. From figuring out what’s possible to navigating funding applications, we’ve got your back. We have already helped places like Crymych Arms, Canolfan Hermon, and Llwyngwair Manor. Your community space could be next!

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AS A COMMUNITY BUILDING, KEEP YOUR ENERGY COSTS DOWN!

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General Awards; funding up to £8,000 to start out or up to £18,00 to scale your social venture, plus a wide ranging and superb support offer. Available to individuals delivering social impact across the UK. More info here https://www.unltd.org.uk/awards/

Anyone who has additional support needs can seek further guidance here

Funding Futures – a new grant for young people aged 16-30 years who have solutions to help those who have been sidelined by the current financial system (austerity, cost of living, pandemic etc). Open to organisations up to 4 years old.

Please make sure applicants read the small print and application criteria before applying as we don’t want to waste people’s time!

See Training and Events column for Pre-application Workshop booking and information.

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Awards | Funding and support to grow your impact |

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We combine funding and support to help you to get started or grow. Depending on your stage of development we can offer up to £18,000. We recommend you check the eligibility criteria closely to ensure you are eligible as our awards are competitive.

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Getting Started With AI: A new bite-sized course

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Getting Started With AI: A new bite-sized course

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If you’re keen to get to grips with AI but not sure where to start, CAST's new self-serve course is here to help! Every week for seven weeks, you'll receive an email with a guided activity, designed to help you comfortably familiarise yourself with AI - and discover how it can help make your work life easier. Starting with the basics and building to help you experiment safely with tools such as ChatGPT and Claude, this friendly and accessible course aims to support and inspire you as you explore the potential of AI. You don’t need any technical skills - just a laptop with internet access and a curious mind. This is a self-paced course, so you can start whenever you want and learn at your own speed. Sign up for the free Getting Started With AI course here

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Getting started with AI: A free self-serve course - CAST

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If you’re keen to get to grips with AI but not sure where to start, our new self-serve course is here to help! Every week for seven weeks, you’ll receive an email with a guided activity, designed to help you comfortably familiarise yourself with AI - and discover the ways in which it can help make your work life easier.

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National Lottery Statement – Using Artificial Intelligence tools in funding applications.

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National Lottery Statement – Using Artificial Intelligence tools in funding applications.

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Statement on the use of Artificial Intelligence tools in funding applications

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Using Artificial Intelligence tools in funding applications | The National Lottery Community Fund

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The National Lottery Community Fund gives grants to organisations in the UK to help improve their communities. The money awarded comes from the UK National Lottery.

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Here is a resource created by Newid all about using AI as a third sector organisation.

Your organisation might already be using Artificial Intelligence (AI), curious about AI, or been told you should not be using AI. In this article, there's an overview of things a third sector organisation might want to consider if they choose to use a particular form of AI called ‘Generative AI'.

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Your organisation might already be using Artificial Intelligence (AI), curious about AI, or been told you should not be using AI. In this article, we’ll give an overview of things a third sector organisation might want to consider if they choose to use a particular form of AI called ’Generative

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Tenby & County Trust for Young People - next deadline 1st December 2025

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Tenby & County Trust for Young People - next deadline 1st December 2025

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This new Trust aims to support young people to pursue dreams and aspirations.

Examples of things you could apply for;

• Purchase of musical instruments or scores equipment

• Purchase of sporting equipment

• Assistance with fees to attend courses

• Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme or similar

• Attendance at the Urdd

Applications welcomed by all young people aged 5-18 living in Pembrokeshire, with priority to individuals:-

Who live or are educated within the catchment area of Greenhill school and its Partner Primary Schools.

Who live in the Tenby area but attend Pembrokeshire College or Ysgol Bro Preseli

Any young person who has been involved in activities with Clubs & Societies in the Tenby area

Applications will be welcome from a group of individuals to fulfill a specific aim or project.

Applications may be made by individuals or schools, youth groups or public services or be initiated by a professional or teacher who knows an individual well.

The trust is open to supporting a whole range of Art, culture, media, sports and adventure activities. The process is simple with a short email to tenbyandcountytrust@gmail.com explaining why you would like the support.

Visit the website tenbyandcountytrust.org for further information about the process.

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Welsh Government, Community Facilities Programme Reopening in Sept 2025

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Welsh Government, Community Facilities Programme Reopening in Sept 2025

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Good News

The Community Facilities Programme will reopen as follows:

1 September 2025 for Under £25,000 applications; and

1 October 2025 for expressions of interest for larger applications of up to £300,000.

Application forms and guidance for applications will be available at Community Facilities Programme from the appropriate date.

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Bydd y Rhaglen Cyfleusterau Cymunedol yn ailagor fel a ganlyn:

1 Medi 2025 ar gyfer ceisiadau o dan £25,000; a

1 Hydref 2025 ar gyfer datganiadau o ddiddordeb ar gyfer ceisiadau mwy, hyd at £300,000.

Bydd ffurflenni cais a chanllawiau ar gyfer ceisiadau ar gael ar Rhaglen Cyfleusterau Cymunedol o'r dyddiad priodol ymlaen.

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How to apply for funding to improve community facilities.

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Lots of charities are currently experiencing difficulties with accessing bank accounts.

UK Finance have launched an impartial Voluntary Organisation Banking Guide

https://www.ukfinance.org.uk/our-expertise/commercial-finance/voluntary-organisation-banking-guide

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Opening a bank account is an important step for any voluntary organisation.

Our new digital guide simplifies the process, by giving you guidance on how to choose, open and manage a bank account.

This guide has tailored advice for voluntary organisations, including:
* Charitable organisations
* Clubs
* Community groups
* Societies

No matter if you are a local volunteer-run group or a big charity operating worldwide, we're here to help you make the right choice.

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Opening a bank account is an important step for any voluntary organisation. Our new digital guide simplifies the process, by giving you guidance on how to choose, open and manage a bank account.

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In the current landscape, generating income for your organisation can feel increasingly challenging, with funding options seeming slimmer by the year.

In our funding learning programme, we’ll help you to develop the skills to plan a strategy, raise income and access funding from a variety of diverse sources.

WCVA’s funding portal also has information that you may find useful.

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In the current landscape, generating income for your organisation can feel increasingly challenging, with funding options seeming slimmer by the year.

In our funding learning programme, we'll help you to develop the skills to plan a strategy, raise income and access funding from a variety of diverse sources.

WCVA's funding portal also has information that you may find useful.

Upcoming training

Funding

Income generation

The world is changing. Costs are increasing while grant opportunities are decreasing. This learning will support you to look at a diverse range of income stream to future-proof your organisation.

Funding

Fundraising for small charities

The aim of this course is to provide charities with the knowledge and skills required to be able to implement new income streams so as to generate additional unrestricted funding.

Bespoke only , Funding

Planning and writing successful funding bids

The course will help you put together a stronger case for funding.

Bespoke only , Funding

Introduction to developing a fundraising strategy

New course dates coming soon Delivered through the medium of English Aim To give participants the confidence to develop a fundraising strategy for their organisation. Content Over two online sessions, this course will review what should be included in a fundraising strategy for a voluntary organisation. Organisations of any size and income can develop a ...

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In the current landscape, generating income for your organisation can feel increasingly challenging, with funding options seeming slimmer by the year. In our funding learning programme, we'll help you to develop the skills to plan a strategy, raise income and access funding from a variety of diverse sources.

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Cronfa Gymunedol Porthladd Aberdaugleddau -  Pecyn ymgeisio llawn

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Cronfa Gymunedol Porthladd Aberdaugleddau -  Pecyn ymgeisio llawn

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CGPA Pecyn Ymgeisio am Grant 2026 - Full Pack V2

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Port of Milford Haven Community Fund 2026

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Port of Milford Haven Community Fund 2026

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Download your Application Pack and Guidance Notes here. Deadlines 2026:

Monday 9th February

Monday 1st June

Tuesday 1st September

Monday 16th November

Applications must be submitted to PAVS by 12 noon on deadline dates.

Get in touch with PAVS Third Sector Support Team with any queries about the Fund, email development@pavs.org.uk

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Charity AI Webinars & Videos provided by Charity Excellence

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Charity AI Webinars & Videos provided by Charity Excellence

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Weekly free Charity Excellence webinars and online training for charities at 10am on a Thursday.  There is no booking.  Just create an appointment in your calendar and join us for the webinar by clicking the virtual meeting room link.  Our courses are suitable for anyone, even if you have no AI skills or experience.

An Introduction to AI – what AI is, the key risks, how to manage these and also how to exploit the opportunities, and what AI can and cannot do.  It's also available as a video (35 mins).

How to use AI to Find Funding. How to find funders using Kate's really simple AI Grant Finder toolkit.  Click the link for her You Tube video (5 Mins).

Lots More Free Training

We provide access to a huge range of free charity training.  You can use the Help Finder directory search for Training Courses but we've put some online on our up and coming webinars, charity and trustee training and fundraising training web pages.

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If you would like to volunteer or start a new project in this area, you can find out more here

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Charity Digital; Interesting articles spring 2024

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Charity Digital; Interesting articles spring 2024

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Always worth keeping an eye out on the very current resources available on Charity Digital; check out this recent article - An A - Z of Fundraising terms and definitions.

Another recent article explores How to use AI for fundraising Charity Digital - Topics - How to use AI for fundraising

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An A-Z glossary of fundraising terms and definitions

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We have compiled an extensive glossary of all phrases and terminology related to fundraising, digital fundraising, legacy fundraising, and much more

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Bluestone Foundation Community Fund 2026

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Bluestone Foundation Community Fund 2026

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Please email development@pavs.org.uk for support.

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National Lottery Community Fund & their 7 Year Strategy - "It Starts With Community"

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National Lottery Community Fund & their 7 Year Strategy - "It Starts With Community"

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If you are interested in some of the background around the themes of funding and funding context this is a useful place to start. It is fantastic to see that grassroots groups are being seen as key in the sector which has led to an uplift in the upper limit of Awards for All from £10,000 to £20,000! Click the image above for more about the National Lottery Community Fund's 7 year strategy.

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Our ambition

The ambition through this strategy is to create resilient communities that are more inclusive and environmentally sustainable, funding activities and organisations that strengthen society and improve lives across the UK.

We're focusing our efforts where there is greatest need. We're looking to make a bigger difference in the years ahead, both by listening and responding to communities, and being more focused on supporting the greatest impact.
It starts with community.

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The National Lottery Community Fund Strategy 2023 - 2030 | The National Lottery Community Fund

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The National Lottery Community Fund gives grants to organisations in the UK to help improve their communities. The money awarded comes from the UK National Lottery.

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Stop It Now! Wales Public Education Sessions

Sessions running from April - October at 10:00am- 12:30pm

PAVS are working with Stop It Now! And the The Lucy Faithfull Foundation, the only UK-wide charity dedicated solely to preventing child sexual abuse, to deliver a suite of training programmes aimed at practitioners, volunteers, parents, and carers.

The training sessions are fully funded by Welsh Government. You are free to book as many or as little of the sessions as you like. Spaces are limited to 20 people per session. Please let PAVS/Eventbrite know if you need to cancel, as we anticipate demand to be high.

More information about Stop It Now! Can be found here: Stop It Now! UK and Ireland | Preventing child sexual abuse

* This programme will be useful to those working in statutory, voluntary, or independent sectors with children and/or families. This is an interactive workshop. Participation is encouraged.

An Introduction to Safeguarding

Wednesday, 13th September at 6pm

This session being delivered by Lee Hind from PAVS, will ensure that you have the knowledge, attitudes and skills essential for keeping the people you work with safe and protected from harm.
By the end of this course you will:

Understand the principles and values behind effective safeguarding

Know how to recognise different types of harm, abuse and neglect in children, young people and adults

Understand your own role in relation to safeguarding children, young people and adults

Understand the procedures and referral routes for protecting people at risk from harm, abuse and neglect

Be up-to-date with relevant policies on safeguarding
To book a place, click here
Online Learning Sessions

Hosted by PAVS and Facilitated by Digital Communities Wales
Please see the list of free sessions below. For more information click on the relevant links.

DBS Disclosure Workshop

Wednesday, 11th October at 10am

The first in a series of regional online Safeguarding events co-ordinated by PAVS, Carol Eland , the Regional Outreach Adviser (Wales) from the Disclosure & Barring Service will cover the following :

* Introduction to DBS

* Understand the benefits of DBS and you (organisation) working together

* Understand the different levels of DBS checks

* Understand when an employee is eligible for a check

* Understand what Regulated Activity is

* Understand the DBS Update Service

* Have an understanding of what safe recruitment practices can be in place that DBS checks can form a part of.

* Myth Busting Quiz

Followed by an opportunity to ask questions.

Digital Storytelling, In-Person Workshop

Tuesday, 10th October, 2pm at the Green Shed Café

R﻿eminiscing is a powerful tool for memory and well-being. Digital Storytelling allows people to create and share short videos on their devices: from a trip down memory land through to creating useful instructions for others to follow.

T﻿his session will:

G﻿ive an overview of why digital storytelling is useful and provide some key considerations to get you started.

T﻿ake you on a step-by-step guide to Digital Storytelling using the Adobe Spark Video on an Apple device.

Take you on a step-by-step guide to Digital Storytelling using the Cyberlink PowerDirector App on an Android device.

DBS Barring Workshop

Thursday, 26th October at 1.30pm

The second in a series of regional online Safeguarding events co-ordinated by PAVS, Carol Eland , the Regional Outreach Adviser (Wales) from the Disclosure & Barring Service will cover the following :

* Understand the benefits of DBS and you (employer) working together

* Understand the three different referral routes

* Understand when a DBS Barring referral should be made, including when the legal duty is met

* Understand Regulated Activity / Relevant Conduct and Harm Test

* Understand how to make a good quality referral

* Have a clear understanding of the consequences of not making appropriate barring referrals and the consequences of being included in one or both Barred Lists

* Myth Busting Quiz
Followed by an opportunity to ask questions.
Demystifying the Disclosure & Barring Service

Thursday, 9th November at 6pm

The third and final session of our series of regional online Safeguarding events co-ordinated by PAVS, Carol Eland , the Regional Outreach Adviser (Wales) from the Disclosure & Barring Service will cover the following :

o Introduction to DBS

o Understand the benefits of DBS and you (organisation) working together

o Myth Busting Quiz's

o Understanding DBS checks including Eligibility Criteria and Regulated Activity

o DBS Update Service

o Understand DBS Referrals

o Understand Legal Duty, Relevant Conduct and Harm

o How to make a good quality referral

o The consequences of not making a referral
Followed by an opportunity to ask questions.
If you have any questions about the training listed above, please email development@pavs.org.uk

Training & Events from other organisations

Ffynnone Resilience

Ffynnone Resilience put on courses, learning sessions and 'DIY days', providing the skills people want and need to enhance community spaces.
For details, see their website. Link here
How to contact us

See our list of staff contact details and make direct contact with the person you need.

Alternatively our office phone line is open between 10am and 2pm each day on 01437 769422

Our generic email is enquiries@pavs.org.uk

Registered Office: 36/38 High Street
Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire SA61 2DA

Office Hours

Our staff are now working in a hybrid way which means they may not be in the office, but working from other venues or home working. Due to changes in the way we now work, we are not holding meetings or running training events in person from our premises. However, if you wish to meet with a member of staff then please email them directly or call their business mobile number. The staff contact list is kept up to date with the most recent information.

If you do need to call at our premises, we have an intercom system at our front entrance, so just ring the bell and wait to be answered by one of the team. From 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Thursday and 9.00am to 4.30pm on a Friday (except on Bank Holidays) there will be someone there who is able to answer you. If you are just delivering mail, then please use the letter box on the front door.

Thank you for your ongoing support.

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NCVO’s UK Civil Society Almanac provides valuable data, trends, and insights into the voluntary sector. This year's report details the latest findings from 2020/21 and shows how the pandemic affected the charity sector.

Whilst our focus is often on local delivery and our own activity there are times when it can be useful to zoom out and understand a bit more about some of the wider third sector trends and statistics. This can help to provide insights into the environment that we are operating in and sometimes to back up things that we think we might be experiencing as an organisation.

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There has been a slight decrease in the number of voluntary organisations in the UK

In 2020/21 there were 163,959 voluntary organisations, a very small decrease since 2019/2020. The vast majority of voluntary organisations are micro and small.

The pandemic appears to have encouraged the growth of micro organisations in 2020/21, but with a decline in the number of small and medium organisations.

As this report only covers the first full year of the covid-19 pandemic period, the next Almanac edition will provide further evidence of the ongoing impact.

Charity closures during the pandemic years were lower than predicted, although the number of newly registered charities fell below average in 2021.

In 2022 when inflation rose to 11%, charities were forced to their limits during the cost of living crisis and the number of charity closures rose, but initial data from 2023 suggests the rate of closure may be slowing once again.

Just under a fifth of voluntary sector organisations work in social services

Voluntary organisations carry out a range of different types of work. Social services - a relatively broad category - is the largest voluntary subsector, representing just under a fifth of the sector by size.

Voluntary organisations that focus on social services, research and international development make up most of the top 10 voluntary organisations by income.

Almost all parent-teacher associations, village halls and scout groups are micro or small organisations with an annual income of less than £100,000.

Voluntary organisations are spread fairly evenly across the country, but most of the biggest organisations are based in London and the south

The majority of voluntary organisations with the biggest assets are based in London and the south.

Larger organisations are more likely to be active nationally and internationally, while smaller voluntary organisations are more likely to operate locally.

Across the four nations, Scotland has the highest rate of voluntary organisations per population (3.6 per 1,000 people), followed by Northern Ireland (3.4), England (2.4), and Wales (2.3).

Almost half of the population volunteered their time informally to help others at least once in 2021/22, back down from the increased levels seen in the earlier stages of the pandemic, while the rate of decline in formal volunteering rates slowed considerably, but remained lower than pre-pandemic

While levels of formal volunteering had remained largely unchanged from 2015/16 to 2019/20, they dropped sharply at the start of the pandemic in 2020/21, but the rate of decline has now slowed.

An estimated 14.2m people (27% of people) volunteered through a group, club or organisation in 2021/22. This is down from 16.3 (30%) million in 2020/21, and 20m (37%) in 2019/20.

Volunteering at least monthly was maintained at 16%, with little further decline in 2021/22 after the sharp drop from 23% in 2019/20 to 17% in 2020/21.

Informal volunteering (which includes giving unpaid help without being involved in groups, clubs, or organisations) is less visible.

In 2021/22, 46% of the population (an estimated 25m) volunteered informally at least once and 26% (14.2m) did so at least once a month.

The level of informal volunteering has dropped back to pre-pandemic levels following a rise earlier in the pandemic in 2020/21 (54% at least once, 33% at least monthly).

Older people, and those in less deprived areas are relatively more likely to volunteer formally with women and disabled people more likely to volunteer informally

The voluntary sector's workforce has declined by 4% over the last year, reversing the increase seen in 2022; despite this, it is has still grown faster than the public and private sectors over the last decade

The voluntary sector is disproportionately staffed by women, and its workforce has an older age profile than the private sector

The growth of voluntary sector income and expenditure has been partially reversed in 2020/21

Income from the public and investment have fallen in 2020/21, reversing the previous pattern of increase, while income from the government has risen

Government income has broadly plateaued over the last decade while falling proportionally over time, but there has been a small uptick in both amount and proportion in 2020/21

This is the first year that NCVO has included data on charity vacancies and salary levels, produced in partnership with CharityJob.

2022 saw a UK-wide candidate-driven job market. Increased vacancies and fewer candidates resulted in a decrease in demand for jobs, making it harder for charities to recruit.

Average salaries increased from £30,800 in 2019 to £32,200 in 2022, with increases in average salary over this period at all experience levels, except for senior executive roles, for which salaries have decreased on average.

Medium charities pay the least on average at all experience levels, even when compared to micro and small charities, although there has been a slight decrease in salaries for micro and small charities since 2019.

The pandemic has changed the way charities work, with a significant increase in remote and hybrid opportunities. As on-site working has been displaced, average salaries for remote and hybrid roles have increased, with on-site salaries stable since 2019.

The voluntary sector contributes about £20bn to the UK's GDP

The voluntary sector contributed about £18bn to the UK's economy, or 0.8% of GDP.

The social services subsector contributes the most, worth £3.4bn, followed by culture and recreation, and the international subsector, each with £2.3bn and health with £2.1bn.

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In 2020/21 there were 163,959 voluntary organisations, a very small decrease since 2019/2020. The vast majority of voluntary organisations are micro and small. The pandemic appears to have encouraged the growth of micro organisations in 2020/21, but with a decline in the number of small and medium organisations.

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As part of this campaign some clear safer steps are set out by the sector regulators to help reassure donors that they are donating to genuine causes. This is timely as lots of people think about how they can donate over the Christmas period to support those most in need.

The Fundraising Regulator, Charity Commission for England and Wales and Action Fraud are marking Giving Tuesday by launching their annual safer giving campaign to remind people how to give safely to charities.

The campaign launch comes as new data from Action Fraud reveals that fraudsters diverted more than £2.7mn from charities in the last year. The data also revealed there were 501 charity fraud crime reports between 1 November 2022 and 31 October 2023.

Initiatives like this campaign are vital in retaining public confidence in giving to charity.

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Regulators urge public to take care when donating to charity after £2.7m lost to fraudsters

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The Fundraising Regulator, Charity Commission for England and Wales and Action Fraud have joined forces to encourage people to give safely this winter.

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A Padlet can be a great resource to promote what is happening in your organisation. Click the link in the picture to find out how to create your own online information board.

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Share your videos with friends, family, and the world

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Eden Project Communities - Winter Warmer Ideas 

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Our latest research has shown that 21.7 million people are shrinking their Christmas social plans this year due to the high cost of living. Whilst we’re a friendly nation, the crisis is affecting our ability to make connections - and at a time that we need it most.

This is why we’ve put together a menu of ideas and free resources to help you make winter warmer in your community.

The YouGov poll reports that spending time with others is top of our Christmas list, with 57% of people saying that socialising with others during the festive season is important to their wellbeing, outranking receiving presents and spending money on treating themselves.

So, if you fancy feeling more connected, why not say hello to neighbours with a Mince Hi, brighten darker days with advent windows or street light ups, or bring people together with a Big Lunch at Christmas?

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Mince hi

Bake or buy a few mince pies and share with neighbours, colleagues, or your wider community. Stop for a minute, say hi and make time to talk this winter.

Host drop-in drinks - share an invitation and get together over mulled apple juice or hot chocolate and a few festive snacks.

Knock on a neighbour's door with a mince pie, have a chat whilst you walk together to the next neighbour, and so on. Enjoy a wintery mince hi walk around your neighbourhood! Why not try and complete our Human Bingo and find neighbours who match each suggestion?Download Human Bingo

Give the gift of time to someone you don't know too well or haven't caught up with in a while. Pop the kettle on, share some mince pies and have a chat.

Be a secret Santa and leave tasty treats on doorsteps or on desks at work.

Host a wintery activity such as making cards and decorations - bring out the tea and mince pies and get crafting together.

Share a Christmas roast dinner - invite people to bring a different part of the meal and come together for a festive feast, with all the trimmings.

Spare chair at your Christmas table? Invite someone that lives alone to join you for a festive meal or two.

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Spread joy this winter - Eden Project Communities

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Join us and keep our communities connected and cosy over the darker months. We've put together some winter warming ideas to help you spread joy!

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Big Sky Scheme, BBC Children In Need - Funding Opportunity ahead...

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Big Sky Scheme, BBC Children In Need - Funding Opportunity ahead...

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As part of BBC Children In Need's work to support children and young people in rural areas BBC Children in Need is delighted to present our Big Sky Programme.  The programme will award grants of up to £5,000 to fund:

Children and young people aged 8-13

Children and young people from spatially isolated areas

Work to support emotional wellbeing and mental health

An information session for potential applicants will be held on 22nd November, booking link in the Events section <<<

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BBC Children in Need is here to make sure that every child has the childhood they deserve and the support they need to thrive.

Our A Million & Me fund supports children aged 8-13 years old. It focuses on their emotional wellbeing and mental health.

This fund aims to provide support at an early stage, before mental health problems are established.

As part of this programme, we focused on the impact of geographic isolation on children's emotional wellbeing and mental health. Research by the Centre for Mental Health (report) highlights the voices of children are often absent from consultations. Dedicated support and funding should be allocated to reaching children in remote communities.

The Big Sky programme has been developed in response to these needs.

Minimum Standards

BBC Children in Need uses Minimum Standards for grantmaking to look at the strengths of an organisation. We look at areas including your finances, governance, and safeguarding.

If invited to apply, more details on these will be discussed with you but you can read more here Minimum Standards for Grantmaking.

Not-for-profit organisations working with children and young people aged 18 or under

Organisations that work with children and young people who live in the UK, the Isle of Man, or the Channel Islands

If we do not fund your application we will advise you when you are next able to apply to us.

We seek to prioritise smaller, local organisations. As a result for project costs we will rarely fund organisations with an annual turnover of more than £2 million in the most recent, complete financial year. We understand that there are some organisations with higher income that deliver vital work for Children and Young People. We will accept applications from the following organisations regardless of their turnover.

Hospices (incl. Children's Hospices)

Housing Associations

Applications which will deliver nationwide or UK-wide work. (i.e. working across a whole nation, or multiple nations within the UK)

We understand that in certain circumstances, larger and/or national organisations can be best placed to deliver work to the communities that need it most

If an organisation is delivering in more than one nation in the UK - they are able to apply to and hold a project grant in more than one nation (England, Northern Ireland, Scotland or Wales) at any one time.

Working with children and young people aged 18 years and under

Working in the heart of their communities, particularly in times of crisis

Putting children and young people at the centre of everything they do, from design to delivery

Addressing challenges faced by children and young people, building their skills and resilience

Empowering children and young people, and extending their choices in life

Keen to keep learning about and developing their work with children and young people

Committed to making a difference in children and young people's lives

Work that statutory bodies (such as schools or local authorities) have a duty to fund

Educational institutions, including schools, universities, and pupil referral units. Special schools are the only exception; please see our A-Z Guidance for more detail

Local government, prisons, or NHS bodies

Capital or building projects

Projects that promote religion

Trips abroad, or other activity taking place outside the UK

Medical treatment or research

Pregnancy testing or advice, information, or counselling on pregnancy choices

Awareness-raising work, except where targeted at children or young people most at risk

Bursaries, sponsored places, fees, or similar costs

Holidays where there is little or no project involvement

Political activity, including party political organisations or direct lobbying

Individuals

Costs passed on to other organisations

General appeals or endowment funds

Help with budget shortfalls or debt repayments

Work that has already taken place - or any costs incurred - before the date we give you a decision (retrospective funding)

Projects unable to start within 12 months of the grant award date

Unspecified expenditure

It's very important that you refer to our online A-Z Guidanceif you are invited to apply for funding. It may also save you the time and effort of applying for costs we don't fund. You should also check that you meet our Minimum Standards for Grantmaking.

Our A-Z Guidance includes details of our grantmaking policies. Some will be relevant to every application, such as our Safeguarding Children policy. Others are important for certain types of applications, such as work involving counselling, or projects seeking funding for equipment.

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Big Sky Programme - BBC Children in Need

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BBC Children in Need is here to make sure that every child has the childhood they deserve and the support they need to thrive. Our A Million & Me fund supports children aged 8-13 years old. It focuses on their emotional wellbeing and mental health.

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Tesco Community Grants - looking for applications from  groups in Pembroke Dock, Milford Haven and Haverfordwest

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Tesco Community Grants - looking for applications from  groups in Pembroke Dock, Milford Haven and Haverfordwest

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The scheme is open to all schools, registered charities and not-for-profit organisations, with priority given to projects that provide food and support to young people. Click the link above to find out more.

PAVS has been notified that the Tesco Stronger Starts Fund is keen to see some more applications from Pembrokeshire groups.

The rolling programme considers applications every 3 months.

Further details can be found here; Apply for a grant (tescostrongerstarts.org.uk) and please contact Ian Dennis, Funding Officer, with additional questions once you have read the fund guidance.

Contact details for Ian Dennis;

Tel/Ffon: 01495 222605  Mob: 07909168121

Email: ian.dennis@groundwork.org.uk

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The scheme is open to all schools, registered charities and not-for-profit organisations, with priority given to projects that provide food and support to young people. Examples of eligible applications with a focus on food security, children and young people could be:

A school providing pupils with food for breakfast clubs or snacks throughout the day.

A school wanting to buy equipment for outdoor or indoor activities.

A school wanting to develop a food growing area.

A school supporting an after school club.

A voluntary organisation working with families to run a food bank.

An organisation addressing holiday hunger.

A healthy eating project that supports families to cook healthy meals on a budget.

A Brownie or Scout group needing funding for new play equipment or activities.

If you are a Tesco colleague or customer, you can also nominate a cause that you'd like to see supported. Tesco colleagues in each store will help select those needing a little help in your local area and when our customers are given a blue token, in any of our Tesco stores at the checkout, they can vote for their favourite charity to receive a grant. Community charity Groundwork manages this website and administers the funding across the UK. Groundwork is working with Greenspace Scotland to support successful projects in Scotland.

Nominate and support a local project that matters to you

We welcome nominations from Tesco customers and colleagues, you can nominate projects for a Tesco Stronger Start grant and vote in-store for shortlisted projects. Help us fund the projects that really matter to you.

See how the funding can help

This breakfast club aims to reduce the stress of the morning routine for families and children, offering them a healthy breakfast before school starts.

Our Legacy
Tesco community grants have supported thousands of community projects since 2016.

Find out what has been funded near you:

Latest news

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Tesco is introducing a £5m grant programme, in partnership with Groundwork UK, to give children across the UK a stronger start in life.

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Thousands of school children across the UK will benefit from a new grant programme launching this summer which will provide £5 million in grants to help give them a healthier, more active, stronger start in life.

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Since it began, Tesco has awarded £101,881,339 in funding to 50,880 community projects. The grant awards were decided by 738,402,011 votes cast by Tesco customers in stores across the UK using their iconic blue tokens.

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The scheme is open to all schools, registered charities and not-for-profit organisations, with priority given to projects that provide food and support to young people. Examples of eligible applications with a focus on food security, children and young people could be: A school providing pupils with food for breakfast clubs or snacks throughout the day.

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This is a free resource for people working or volunteering in the Welsh voluntary sector, where you can access information and guidance, as well as online learning courses on a range of topics that are vital to running a successful organisation. Sign up today!

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Covid-19 guidance On this page we've collated all of our Covid-19 guidance and resources for voluntary organisations in Wales. Covid-19 guidance and resources

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Community Led Information Portal (CLIP) Toolkit

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Community Led Information Portal (CLIP) Toolkit

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This Toolkit provides guidance regarding procedures and processes required for the development of community projects and business

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Up to £7, 000 for projects focusing on social and criminal justice and older people. Funding for UK registered charities operating in the British Isles.

Grants are currently made in the following categories to charities with an annual income of less than £350,000:

Social and Criminal Justice

Older People

If your charity has an annual income of more than £350,000, please see our separate main grant programme guidelines. Please note we do not run a main grant scheme for Older People programmes.

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Why is it important to measure the impact of your project? - Simple Measuring Impact Toolkit 

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Why is it important to measure the impact of your project? - Simple Measuring Impact Toolkit 

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" Measuring impact is not just about numbers—it’s about learning and improving. When you measure impact, you can learn what’s working well and what needs to change. It’s like looking at a map to see if you’re going in the right direction. By understanding the impact of your project, you can make smarter decisions, improve what you’re doing, and find new ways to make an even bigger impact. It’s all about growing and getting better at what you do". Click the link above to find out more.

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Why is it important to measure the impact of your project? - Egin

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Most of us want to do our part to make the world a better place - but to make sure our project doesn't become another tick-box, or something that feels good but doesn't really make a difference, it's important to measure the impact of our projects.

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Offering capital grants of up to £5,000 to small and medium-sized charitable organisations aiming to help homeless people return to the community and enabling them to resume a normal life.

CRITERIA
Applicants must be registered with the Charity Commission in England, Wales or Northern Ireland or a registered Scottish Charity.

Aimed at supporting smaller charities with an annual turnover of less than £500,000.

Funding of capital projects only. Will not consider requests for running/core costs. In addition will not consider requests for computers and IT equipment.

Providing small grants of up to £5,000 and no multi-year requests.

There should be a minimum period of two years between the receipt of a decision or grant and making a further application.

All applications must relate to projects assisting individuals in their return to mainstream society, rather than simply offering shelter or other forms of sustenance.

APPLY

Applications accepted on their application form, downloaded via the link below. Applicants should clearly describe the aims and structure of their organisation, their future plans and specific details of how any grant will be spent. A copy of the latest available audited accounts is also required. Please note applications are not accepted by post.

Useful links

Applying for Funding — Help the Homeless (help-the-homeless.org.uk)

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Applying for funding

We are a small charity with limited funds available. Please check carefully that both your organisation and your project meet our criteria before making an application.

Criteria

Your organisation must be registered with the Charity Commission in England, Wales or Northern Ireland or a registered Scottish Charity.

We are able to help only small charities with an annual turnover of less than £500,000.

We can only accept applications towards the funding of capital projects. We are unable to accept applications towards running/core costs. Note: we are also unable to consider requests for computers and IT equipment.

We provide small grants of up to £5,000. We do not consider multi-year requests.

There should be a minimum period of two years between the receipt of a decision or grant from us and making a further application.

APPLICATION FORM

All applicants must complete our online application form. Please note we no longer accept applications by post or email.

Deadlines for applications

The quarterly deadlines for applications for funding each year are: 5pm on 15th March/15th June/15th September/15th December.
You will be informed of the Trustees' decision within eight weeks of each deadline.

EXAMPLE GRANTS

Examples of recent grants made can be found here.

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Applying for Funding - Help the Homeless

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We are a small charity with limited funds available. Please check carefully that both your organisation and your project meet our criteria before making an application. Your organisation must be registered with the Charity Commission in England, Wales or Northern Ireland or a registered Scottish Charity.

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Fundraising Regulator - Spring 2023 Update

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Fundraising Regulator - Spring 2023 Update

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The Fundraising Regulator has recently updated a couple of areas of guidance on;

giving safely for the public

volunteer fundraisers

For organisations working with volunteer fundraisers, the regulator’s updated volunteer topics page sets out the difference between ‘on behalf of’ and ‘in aid of’ fundraising to help charitable organisations to understand applicable standards.
Its advice for the public on setting up an online fundraising appeal can also help volunteers to understand their responsibilities.
The Fundraising Regulator has a key role in making sure that the public knows what to expect from fundraisers, and that the charity sector is supported to fundraise in a way that is open, honest, respectful and legal.

The regulator continuously reviews its support of the fundraising sector and welcomes input from charities and the public. Please contact code@fundraisingregulator.org.uk with any feedback or questions about applying the UK-wide Code of Fundraising Practice.

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The Code of Fundraising Practice sets the standards that apply to fundraising carried out by all charitable institutions and third party fundraisers in the UK. It replaces the previous code, rulebooks and legal appendices.

Recommendations on changes to the code are made by the Fundraising Regulator's standards committee in consultation with our stakeholders. Changes to the code must be approved by the Fundraising Regulator's board.

Use the links below to navigate through the code and make sure you read the 'using the code' section first.

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The Code of Fundraising Practice sets the standards that apply to fundraising carried out by all charitable institutions and third party fundraisers in the UK. It replaces the previous code, rulebooks and legal appendices. Recommendations on changes to the code are made by the Fundraising Regulator's standards committee in consultation with our stakeholders.

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Office for National Statistics (ONS) Community Outreach Team for Third sector

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Office for National Statistics (ONS) Community Outreach Team for Third sector

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With a range of useful resources to help shape service development and develop a clear case for support, with resources such as Cost of Living Insights (Access cost-of-living insights) and much more!

Stay in touch with the Office for National Statistics
Outreach & Engagement Team | Communications Division by signing up to their newsletter here; outreach.engagement.commuity@ons.gov.uk

Keep in touch:

Register for email updates about the 2021 Census outputs and/or other areas of ONS

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The UK's largest independent producer of official statistics and the recognised national statistical institute of the UK.

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Fundraising in a Downturn, DSC article by Joel Voysey, 

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It's a challenging time out there for many of our supporters. The perfect storm of rising costs across just about all their regular outgoings (mortgages, energy, travel, food) has required many people to make economies. But don't despair! Here are five tips to help you keep bringing in the crucial resources for your mission.

1. Keep asking

As fundraisers, we need to hold our nerve at times like this. We need to remember that the people our charities exist to serve are nearly always in a more difficult position than those who are kind enough to lend them a hand by supporting our services. As ever, but crucially now, show the link between their donations and the work that they enable. Remember it feels wonderful to give and to make someone's life better, and never more so in the toughest of times.

2. Don't assume everyone is in the same position

Increased costs impacting everyone, but the extent of the impact is very different across the spectrum of supporters. I wouldn't recommend referencing the cost of living crisis for supporters in fundraising copy. Don't put barriers in the way of people helping. However, for many charities, the impact this is having on the lives of the people they work with is enormous, so explain that clearly, and ask for help. Supporters know whether or not they can afford to make a gift, and for many people they will be grateful that a bit of belt-tightening is all that's required for their households and contrast this with others in their communities who really do need help.

3. Anecdote is not data

Some people will need to cancel direct debits, and responses to appeals may be down on previous years. However, be wary of changing everything on the basis of one or two pieces of feedback received on the 'phone and by email. The impulse to help each other is hard-wired in us as humans. We need to keep giving people the opportunity to help others, and we need to remember that this crisis won't last forever.

4. Be grateful

That said, this is the time to be intentional about how we thank supporters. Those who are making gifts at this difficult time need to know how much we appreciate having them in our corner. Review thank you letters to ensure that they express this powerfully. One of my clients has just completed a thank you calling campaign - people were delighted to hear from us, and we even had an unprompted upgrade. We'll see how these donors perform in future against a control cell in terms of longevity and yield; most similar tests have shown very strong results in the past.

5. Be creative and be agile

While I don't think you should make wholesale changes to the planned activity, it's sensible to consider whether some activity is going to be more challenging than usual in the current climate.

Can you pause efforts to convert cash donors to regular givers until the economic picture improves?

Can you offer payment holidays or reduced gifts to regular supporters who call to cancel?

Can you let donors know about the most incredible way they can help in the future, which will cost them nothing now, and ask them to consider a legacy?

Is there more you can do to boost supporters' fundraising efforts with more contact to offset a possible reduction in the number of event places you are filling?

Can you explain to donors who are not feeling the pinch (particularly the very wealthy and businesses in sectors which are thriving) that they can safeguard specific key services and activities in this challenging time, and the impact this will have on people's lives?

If you have charity shops, are they well-staffed and looking their best for this busy time?

Joel Voysey will be speaking at our upcoming Fundraising Now conference, learn more and register here.

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Fundraising in a downturn - 5 fundraising tips to help you keep going! - Directory of Social Change

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Starting close to home, charities can protect the planet (and their finances) by tackling their energy use - even putting silver foil behind your radiators can help. Options to green your operations include buying more goods and services locally - a great way to support local communities - and helping staff and volunteers minimise the carbon impact of their journey to work, for example through loans to help them buy a bike.

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National Lottery Community Fund - Cost of Living approach to funding...

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National Lottery Community Fund - Cost of Living approach to funding...

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The cost of living grant is outlined here,
The updated priorities are:

Support people, communities and organisations that are facing increased demands and challenges as a direct result of the cost-of-living crisis

Support people, communities and organisations with the direct and indirect impact of the cost-of-living crisis

Support organisations experiencing current cash flow problems resulting from losses or short-term liquidity challenges as a direct result of the cost-of-living crisis

Please contact the Fund officers for a discussion prior to making any applications to this fund to take advantage of their knowledge and guidance on this funding pot.

Following a discussion the officers will send you a link to apply.
For Pembrokeshire-based enquiries please contact Lauren Blacklaw-Jones by email on;
Lauren.Blacklaw-Jones@tnlcommunityfund.org.uk

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Wooden Spoon, the children's charity of rugby

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Wooden Spoon, the children's charity of rugby

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Since 1983, we have committed in excess of You can become a part of this success story. £31 million to 1,465 projects If a project is a physical, tangible asset, of a permanent nature the following must apply: , and have supported over one and a half million children and young people living with a disability, who are disengaged, or who are disadvantaged. If a project is educational or disability sports focused the following must apply:
If your project is in the UK or Ireland and shares our aim of making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people, it may be eligible for a Wooden Spoon grant (Wooden Spoon project beneficiaries must be a group. Wooden Spoon cannot make grants to individuals).

* It must have a minimum predicted life-span of five years, be non transferable and of a permanent nature
* Grants will not be considered for salaries, administration costs, professional fees and on-going overheads related to a capital project

* There must be a key rugby element to engage children and young people
* It must have a clearly defined project brief to include detail on: description of project need and objectives, stakeholders, description of participants (age, gender, geography), recruitment of participants, project activity and budget, legacy planning, monitoring and evaluation and finally reporting to Wooden Spoon

To find out if an organisation close to your heart is eligible for funding, please download the qualifying criteria here.

Please complete our expression of wish form for an initial assessment:

Applying for a grant

If you have discussed your grant with the team and are eligible please download our Application Form

If you have any queries please contact projects@woodenspoon.org.uk

Application notes

Once an application has been received it will be checked to ensure it meets our criteria; it will then be sent to the local regional committee for approval.
If the region agrees to support the project an inspector will undertake a site visit and report back to the Project Committee which meets monthly. Successful applications will go forward to the next quarterly Council meeting.

NO COMMITMENT BY WOODEN SPOON IS MADE until the Council of Trustees has approved the project and the formal grant letter is issued.

See examples of successful beneficiaries we've helped.

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Apply for a grant: Wooden Spoon, the children's charity of rugby

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We are offering charitable grants to not for profit organisations who make a positive difference to the lives of vulnerable children.

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What Is Gift Aid and How Can It Help?
Gift Aid allows charitable organisations to claim back an additional 25% of the value of a donation from the government. For you to claim Gift Aid for a donation, the donor must be a UK taxpayer and provide a declaration that states they would like the charity to claim. Claiming Gift Aid comes at no extra cost to the donor.
This extract is taken from An Introduction to Gift Aid, just one resource from the Knowledge Hub (one of Third Sector Support Wales' digital platforms). Link here to download the sheet.

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Ascona Group supports MADL – Making a Difference Locally

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Our sites sit at the heart of the communities they serve and we are passionate about giving back to those communities. We have donated more than £109,000 to local and community charities since 2019.

Each forecourt donates at least £1,000 per annum to local causes, such as PATCH in Pembrokeshire, which relieves the effects of poverty for individuals and families.

During 2020, we provided over £60,000 in support to local organisations, with over £30,000 of food and drink donated to Withybush Hospital staff during the first lockdown.

Ascona Group supports MADL - Making a Difference Locally

Making a Difference Locally is a charity supporting local communities. Independently-owned convenience stores that are partners of Nisa Retail are the only retailers that can participate.

The charity helps our stores give back to charities in the local area. MADL was established in 2008 to help independent retailers support local causes they care about, cementing their position at the heart of their communities.

Since its inception in 2008, over 14,500 donations have been paid to local communities, totalling almost £10.5m.

How does MADL work?

Every time a store purchases a Co-Op branded product, NISA takes a percentage of the cost and deposits it into the MADL donation bank for the store.

Each year, we decide which of our local charities or support groups we wish to donate to. The beneficiary can be local to one area or a national charity such as Marie Curie, where the local branch would then receive the donation.

Since the commencement of Ascona Group's partnership with NISA in 2020, over £2,490 has been raised for beneficiaries.

Donations have been paid to an Air Ambulance branch in the locality of one of our Ascona retail outlets.

Donations by Ascona Foundation

Beneficiary's of Ascona Foundation are as follows.

January 2023

Walk 150K in February for Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity - £150
https://www.facebook.com/donate/1229515621331508/5841718435907585/

Megan Starr - £50

Milford Youth Matters - £2000

Pembrokeshire Air Cadets - £500

Manorbier School - £500

Pembroke Boro Football Club - £20 Valero Vouchers

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December 2022

Neyland Pirates Football Club £30:00

Break The Stigma £30:00

Tiers Cross Young Farmers £30:00

St Johns Ambulance Cymru £50:00

Ieuan Evans Memorial £250:00

Pembroke Dock Community School £500:00

Milford Haven Golf Club £300:00

PATCH Charity £20,000:00

Duke of Edinburgh £11,500:00

November 2022

Pembrokeshire Vikings £500.00

Holy Name School £423.00

Ysgol Harri Tudur £500.00

St Mark's V A School £500.00

Llamau Limited £500.00

October 2022

Larsen's Pride £2,000.00

September 2022

Milford Haven Rotary Club - Donation £1,000.00

Greenacres Animal Rescue £45.00

Gelliswick VC School £500.00

August 2022

Kilgetty & Begelly Community Council - Donation towards Kilgetty Play Park. £1,000.00

Pembrokeshire Schools' Rugby Union £250.00

Dragon LNG £100.00

Toppers Wales Ltd £308.00 + £132.00

Get the Boys a Lift £1,000.00

Blood Bikes Wales - Charity Gold Day £50.00

Pencader Junior FC £500.00

July 2022

Fused Sport T/A Clubkit Direct Ltd - Football kit £390.00

Donation to Victoria Caldecourt Memorial Golf Day £520.00

June 2022

Pembrokeshire County Swimming £200.00

Hubberston and Hakin Forum £400.00

Gelliswick VC School £100.00

Tag Sports & Promotional Clothing £400.00

May 2022

Pembroke Junior Netball Club £200.00

Friends of Broad Haven School £250.00

Neyland Carnival £250.00

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A chance for communities to boost fundraising efforts for good causes in their area. The Fund will allow groups to improve their communities through a range of areas:

Improvements to the environment or local community initiatives promoting health, wellbeing and environmental objectives.

Activities undertaken by registered community groups (specifically with health, wellbeing, environmental objectives).

Improving and supporting local education activity (e.g. water efficiency, environmental work).

The delivery of the project must be completed within 12 months of the application being approved and funding being provided.

The funding provided must not be used to fund a specific project which is conditional on obtaining additional funding or consents.

Apply by completing the online application form here
https://account.dwrcymru.com/en/online-services/community-fund.aspx .

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Community Foundation Wales - Fund for Wales

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Grants Available

Grants of between £500 – £2,000 will be awarded to small, volunteer-driven community organisations whose applications aim to deliver the following outcomes:

Improving people’s chances in life

Building stronger communities

Improving rural and urban environments

Encouraging healthier and more active people and communities

Preserving heritage and culture

Grants can support full or partial costs of, for example: projects costs, small capital items & equipment, core costs, activities and programmes (e.g. room hire, transport costs, volunteer expenses, insurance, tutor fees, community events).

Who can apply?

This Fund is open to constituted community-based charities and organisations (e.g. associations, social enterprises and clubs):

whose beneficiaries are all in Wales

with an income of less than £100,000 in the latest reported financial year

which are volunteer-driven and have no more than one full-time equivalent member of staff throughout the year

Preference will be given to applicants who can demonstrate exactly how they will meet the Fund’s objectives and priorities, and who have not previously received support from this Fund.

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Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly, Cardiff, Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd, Isle of Anglesey, Merthyr Tydfil, Monmouthshire, Neath Port Talbot, Newport, Pembrokeshire, Powys, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Swansea, Torfaen, Vale of Glamorgan, and Wrexham

Applications for this grant are open

Fund for Wales is open to application.

The Fund for Wales is a national community endowment fund, managed and promoted by Community Foundation Wales.

It is a philanthropy promotion and grant-making programme which raises money from people and organisations across Wales, the UK, and overseas who want to 'give back' to support and strengthen local communities: the Fund for Wales connects people who care with causes that matter.

In 2020 Community Foundation Wales published the findings of a piece of research undertaken with more than 100 community groups across Wales. Our Loud and Clear report highlighted that charities and community groups in Wales want funders to prioritise core funding and longer-term partnerships. We have used the learning in this report to help us to shape our Fund for Wales and to show groups that we believe in their core purpose and want to support them to work more effectively in their community's longer term.

We recognise how important it is for groups to be able to plan for the future and that having secure funding can give you the confidence and reassurance to develop your project over the long-term. Fund for Wales now offers groups the opportunity to apply for multi-year funding of up to 3 years but will also continue to offer 1 year project or small capital item funding.

We hope to be able to make at least one three-year grant per year. To be considered for a three-year grant please complete the additional section of the application form indicating how you plan to develop your project over the period of funding being applied for. NB. Your application will still be considered for one year funding if you are not successful with a three-year grant.

We also recognise the challenge of finding core funding, especially longer term. Groups can now apply for funding towards core costs for up to 3 years, providing the group can provide accounts for at least the last 12 months and the amount being applied for is less that 50% of your annual turn over. EG. To apply for a grant of £2,000 per year, your annual income should be at least £4,000.

Grants Available

Grants of between £500 - £2,000 will be awarded to small, volunteer-driven community organisations whose applications aim to deliver the following outcomes:

Improving people's chances in life

Building stronger communities

Improving rural and urban environments

Encouraging healthier and more active people and communities

Preserving heritage and culture

Grants can support full or partial costs of, for example: projects costs, small capital items & equipment, core costs, activities and programmes (e.g. room hire, transport costs, volunteer expenses, insurance, tutor fees, community events).

Who can apply?

This Fund is open to constituted community-based charities and organisations (e.g. associations, social enterprises and clubs):

whose beneficiaries are all in Wales

with an income of less than £100,000 in the latest reported financial year

which are volunteer-driven and have no more than one full-time equivalent member of staff throughout the year

Preference will be given to applicants who can demonstrate exactly how they will meet the Fund's objectives and priorities, and who have not previously received support from this Fund.

How to apply?

Please ensure that you read and understand the fund criteria before completing your application.

Apply now

Make sure you're eligible

Please read the following text to ensure your eligibility before beginning your application:

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Fund for Wales - Community Foundation Wales

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Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly, Cardiff, Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd, Isle of Anglesey, Merthyr Tydfil, Monmouthshire, Neath Port Talbot, Newport, Pembrokeshire, Powys, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Swansea, Torfaen, Vale of Glamorgan, and Wrexham Applications for this grant are open Fund for Wales is open to application.

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30 January 2023, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has added ward-level data to Census 2021 topic summaries.

Create your own Census 2021 profile for local areas with the custom area profile builder

Access datasets and area profiles via No mis.

Access Census 2021 d ictionary (detailed information about variables, definitions and classifications to help when using Census 2021 data).

Access Ce nsus maps (interactive map tool that visualises Census 2021 data on different topics down to a local authority area and neighbourhood level).

How your area has changed in 10 years: Census 2021. Find out how life changed for people living in different local authority areas in England and Wales

D ownloadable resources page has products that will help you to promote the release of census results. This will be updated when each topic summary is published. The getting support page provides guidance on how to contact Census Customer Services team, as well as links to accessible resources and British Sign Language (BSL) videos.

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Census 2021 results are the data and supporting commentary on the population and households in England and Wales from Census 2021.

At the Office for National Statistics (ONS), we released the first results from Census 2021 on Tuesday 28 June 2022. We aim to release all the main results within two years of the census.

We will publish the results in phases on the ONS website, and what we produce will grow richer with each phase.

In each phase, we will publish commentary or analysis alongside the data to support and explain them.

You can find more information about these phases on the Census 2021 release plans page of the ONS website.

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Census 2021 results are the data and supporting commentary on the population and households in England and Wales from Census 2021. At the Office for National Statistics (ONS), we released the first results from Census 2021 on Tuesday 28 June 2022. We aim to release all the main results within two years of the census.

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Cost of Living Resources and Information, WCVA

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A collection of resources and information from WCVA offering support to voluntary organisations relevant to the challenges raised by the cost of living crisis.

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On this page you will find a collection of resources and information offering support to voluntary organisations relevant to the challenges raised by the cost of living crisis.

We will keep adding to the resources and advice in this section as the situation develops. To help you we have listed the information under the following headings -

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We will keep adding to the resources and advice in this section as the situation develops. To help you we have listed the information under the following headings -

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Easyfundraising gives free donations from more than 7,000 online retailers, including eBay, Tesco, Argos, Sainsbury’s, John Lewis, M&S and Trainline. Free to set up and use and already trusted by 170,000 good causes around the UK. More here: www.easyfundraising.org.uk/community

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Managing your finances through challenging times

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Managing your finances through challenging times

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In this article Siân Eagar, WCVA’s Resilience Officer, summarises the key learning points from Gus Williams’ recent talk on financial management in the cost of living crisis. Follow the link on the image above to read this article.

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Siân Eagar, WCVA's Resilience Officer, summarises the key learning points from Gus Williams' recent talk on financial management in the cost of living crisis.

As part of WCVA's mini-series of webinars around the cost of living crisis, we invited Gus Williams, CEO of Bevan Buckland LLP, to talk to the sector about the importance of financial management and how this supports decision making.

The cost of living crisis is forcing voluntary organisations to make difficult decisions, given the pressures being created from rising costs, unpredictable income strands and increasing demand. WCVA's work to support the voluntary sector aims to help organisations navigate these pressures and build resilience. WCVA defines resilience as:
'The ability of an organisation to plan for, respond to, and adapt to change, enabling it to survive and thrive both now and in the future.'
A key element of building resilience is strong financial management, and Gus explained how understanding your organisation's numbers will improve your decision making.

WHY DO VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS FAIL?

Gus began by outlining some of the common features that lead voluntary organisations to fail. Poor governance, lack of leadership, failure to act quickly or at all, and not being fit for purpose operationally are the common factors in organisational failure. Lack of cashflow is always the ultimate reason organisations fail but this should be seen as a symptom of leadership failing to act soon enough.

Whilst these are serious issues the point to note is that, despite the current economic gloom, well run voluntary organisations can still succeed.

WHAT DOES A GOOD ORGANISATION LOOK LIKE?

Good governance is key. According to Gus the best organisations have clear processes for decision making, effective allocation of roles and responsibilities and good communication channels with high visibility of information. Having a mechanism for everyone to raise queries and to escalate issues is also important as a way to identify and address problems early.

Sharing information is vital, as no one person knows everything that is happening in an organisation. No one person knows everything that is happening inside and outside the organisation, but everything that is happening is known by someone. Good governance and therefore good decision making depends on having the structures in place to connect the dots.

UNDERSTAND YOUR ORGANISATION'S NUMBERS

Gus recommends that you really get to grips with understanding your organisation's finances. This is not just about knowing the figures, but really understanding what drives them. Gus says that whilst most clients will be able to tell him what their income or costs were last month or what your expenses were, it is knowing why that is important.
Income
Your organisation may have a number of income sources - such as Welsh Government, grant funders, major donors or trading income. You need to consider how these sources of funding will be and are being impacted by a changing economic environment and plan accordingly.
Expenditure
You should also scrutinise your expenditure. As a starting point be clear about which costs are fixed and which are variable. Identifying the drivers of your variable costs is important so you can try to take action to manage or reduce them. For example your rent will likely be a fixed cost, it will be the same regardless of how many staff you have or services you provide. Staff costs may be either fixed or variable, depending on contracts, hours, overtime etc.

Variable costs are those costs that are dependent on specific activities or delivering your service. Understanding the marginal cost of each additional activity or unit of service you provide is important in understanding your break even - the point at which your costs will exceed your income. For example, if you are a charity providing support to individuals, what are the variable costs of supporting one extra individual.
Cutting costs
If you are looking to cut costs then think carefully about the implications of those decisions both in the short and long term. Often investment or discretionary spending is the first thing to be cut. Things such as building maintenance, staff training, or technology upgrades may not seem an immediate priority, but cutting this spending could degrade your organisations future ability to deliver services.

Many businesses cut this sort of spending during hard times only to find that when things improve the lack of investment has left their products or services obsolete. The important issue here is investing in improving productivity or quality of outcomes.

WORST CASE SCENARIO

Once you understand the drivers of your income and expenditure you can work on scenario planning, assessing the impact on your organisation of a change in circumstances and work out how you would respond to that. By asking 'what if...?' you will be more alert to risk, more prepared, and can be proactive rather than just reactive.

TRACKING FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

All organisations need to have in place a process to track financial performance. Information needs to be timely and accurate. What key information do you need and how easy is it to obtain? Ensure you have good processes in place to capture and report key information.

Gus explained that a single number on its own doesn't tell you much. When looking at financial information it is the variance that is key to tracking what is happening.

Your 'Budget' is what you plan your future income and expenditure to be at the start.

Your 'Actual' is what your income and expenditure actually was.

Your 'Forecast' is what, based on your actuals, you now expect your future income and expenses to be.

Looking at the variances between Budget, Actual and Forecast should highlight areas of concern and show the direction of travel. Variance should also look at the variance between things like this month and the same month previous years, this month and last month, and year to date this year and year to date last year. The importance of looking at a combination of variances is that it gives you a much better picture.

Remember that numbers on their own don't tell you what is happening, but they will tell you where you need to look.

LAGGING AND LEADING INDICATORS

When creating your monitoring processes, Gus encouraged us to think about the things that can give you an early indication of the financial health of the organisation. You will need to be able to recognise both lagging and leading indicators:

Lagging indicators look backward, after events have happened and assess the current state

Leading indicators look forward, before events have happened and predict future conditions

Financial information is usually a lagging indicator - it only tells you what has already happened. Changes in behaviours are normally leading indicators, they give you an idea of what might happen in the future. Examples of leading indicators could be noticing fewer items being donated by the public to a charity shop. In a few months' time you could see this change in behaviour result in reduced takings as your stock runs down and you have fewer items to sell.

Likewise, tracking the number of phone calls, queries, or visitors to your website could be a leading indicator that demand for your services will increase and allow you to plan ahead. Changes in staff behaviour can also be an important indicator. Deadlines being missed, staff off sick and feeling stressed can be important indicators that the organisation is under strain. Frontline staff will often be the first to see these leading indicators so good communication and feedback is crucial.

PRIORITISE YOUR PURPOSE

When facing decisions about how to allocate limited resources you should focus on delivering your core purpose. In good times it is easy for mission creep to occur, so review your activities and make sure that they are closely aligned with the organisation's purpose and relevant to the current circumstances that you are operating in. Think about your desired outcomes and focus on the priority areas, looking at how you can maximise value for money and impact and deliver results.

Voluntary organisations are likely to face tough financial conditions for the medium term. Now is the time to ensure that your organisation is well run and prepared.

At the heart of every organisation is the question of how to prioritise limited resources. No organisation has unlimited resources, good leadership is making the right decisions to ensure those limited resources are clearly prioritised and focussed on the right things.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Bevan Buckland LLP are specialist charity accountants based in Swansea and South Wales. They are able to offer a range of services, such as accounts preparation, VAT advice, general tax advice, payroll services and work with a wide range of organisations from small community charities with turnovers of less that £10,000 up to national charities who work across Wales.

WCVA have created a resources page for the cost of living crisis, including a section on financial management.

For more information on management issues relevant to the cost of living crisis take a look at WCVA's blogs about the importance of good fundraising decision making and top tips for decision making in a crisis.

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As part of WCVA's mini-series of webinars around the cost of living crisis, we invited Gus Williams, CEO of Bevan Buckland LLP, to talk to the sector about the importance of financial management and how this supports decision making.

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Code of Fundraising Practice - Where next for fundraising in Wales?

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Code of Fundraising Practice - Where next for fundraising in Wales?

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Mary Roberts, Stakeholder & Policy Manager for Wales at the Fundraising Regulator, outlines some funding challenges voluntary organisations are facing, and how regulatory principles can help those considering a new fundraising campaign.
Find out more about the Code of Fundraising Practice here (click link).

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Mary Roberts, Stakeholder & Policy Manager for Wales at the Fundraising Regulator, outlines some funding challenges voluntary organisations are facing, and how regulatory principles can help those considering a new fundraising campaign.

THE CHARITABLE FUNDING REGIME IN FLUX

Historically the voluntary sector in Wales has been heavily reliant on grant funding to deliver the crucial services it provides. But this is changing. Even before coronavirus hit, the sector was experiencing a reduction in grant funding, and many charities were looking at more diverse income sources to plug the gaps. As we emerge from the pandemic, the sector now has a cost of living crisis to contend with - which will impact both the people charities support and their budgets. Financial resilience has never been more important.

This 'perfect storm' means that many organisations are adapting their funding strategies at speed, looking at areas such as legacy fundraising and lotteries, and considering whether fundraising from the public is right for them. Others, whilst keen to explore new income streams, find the complexities and potential cost of these daunting.

Wherever you are on your fundraising journey, it is important to remember that regulation is there to support, not hinder. Indeed, good regulation ensures the sector is acting in a way that is legal, open, honest, and respectful, and is crucial to protect the public and the reputation of the sector more generally.

FUNDRAISING STANDARDS WILL HELP YOU SET OUT ON THE RIGHT PATH

The Code of Fundraising Practice (the code) contains the standards that apply to fundraising carried out by all charitable institutions and third party fundraisers in the UK, and is available in both Welsh and English. As the independent regulator of charitable fundraising in Wales, England and Northern Ireland, we set, maintain and promote the code standards, in consultation with the public, fundraising stakeholders and governments across the UK.

The code is not a legal handbook, but does include standards that reflect the law. Making sure organisations follow, comply and are able to engage with the code is incredibly important. This is why we have a host of guidance, as well as a free advice service for charities and the public to ask any questions they have on the code and fundraising regulation. We also work closely with other regulators and organisations to deliver training and events, and share best practice guidance.

TOP TIPS

So whether you're new to fundraising, looking to expand your existing capabilities, or simply considering your options, there is plenty of support available. Here are some key tips to help you:
Familiarise yourself with the Code of Fundraising Practice

The code is underpinned by four key values: legal, open, honest and respectful. You should always bear these in mind when planning your fundraising campaign.

We have produced a short webinar to help you understand what the code is, what it covers and how to use it.

Engage your trustees

Trustees must take overall responsibility for their fundraising activities, acting reasonably and carefully in all matters related to fundraising. So, it is crucial that they are engaged from an early stage if your organisation is considering a new fundraising strategy.

Part one of the code has further details on trustee responsibilities. We have also produced a webinar to help charity trustees understand their responsibilities.

Explore the support we offer Get further advice

Seek appropriate advice to support your fundraising. Organisations such as WCVA and Chartered Institute of Fundraising produce guidance and host training courses on fundraising, targeted at differing levels of expertise.

Remember, it is your responsibility to ensure you're complying with the law. If in doubt, seek professional advice.

Share your experience Register with the Fundraising Regulator

By registering with us and displaying the Fundraising Badge you are showing your commitment to excellent fundraising standards. Our research also shows that people are more likely to support a charity if they are registered with us, and trusts and foundations will often use our directory when making funding decisions.

Charities which spend less than £100,000 on their fundraising can register with us for a flat rate of £50 per year. Charities spending £100,000 or more each year on their fundraising pay a voluntary levy which is assessed on a sliding scale.

You can contact me at mary.roberts@fundraisingregulator.org.uk if you would like any further information about the Fundraising Regulator.

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Where next for fundraising in Wales? - WCVA

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Historically the voluntary sector in Wales has been heavily reliant on grant funding to deliver the crucial services it provides. But this is changing. Even before coronavirus hit, the sector was experiencing a reduction in grant funding, and many charities were looking at more diverse income sources to plug the gaps.

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Wales Funders Forum statement on the cost-of-living crisis

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Funders in Wales made this response to the cost of living crisis on 17th November 2022.

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The Wales Funders Forum is an informal network of funders working and funding in Wales. We seek to continually improve our grant-making practices through peer learning and presentations from sector experts. Here, we share some responses to the cost of living crisis within our remits as individual funders.

In April 2020, members of the Wales Funders Forum joined funders from across the UK in signing a pledge to recognise the impact Covid 19 was having on grantees and applicants, and outlining what we would do as funders to support the charities and voluntary organisations in that time of acute crisis.

With the cost of living crisis not likely to end in the short-term, we unfortunately find ourselves in another, potentially worse situation. In many instances, voluntary organisations haven't had proper time to recover financially from the impact of Covid-19 and the associated restrictions on daily life and therefore income generation. Rising inflation and increasing costs in heating, food and travel now mean that the income organisations do attract is worth less. As funders we understand how these pressures impact on communities, and individually and collectively continue to seek a full understanding of the impacts the current crisis is having on our grantees and applicants.

Like the organisations we support, as funders we vary in size, capacity and financial resource; we will be impacted differently and so make decisions on how best to serve the sector and our grantees and applicants on an individual bases. Therefore, how we respond to this crisis will also vary.

While individual responses will differ, some common themes are emerging. These include:

Communicating with grant holders and discuss how we can support you to make the best use of your funding.

Being flexible and responsive. This is a complex, fast-moving picture that may require different actions at different times.

Continuing to build our understanding of the needs of our grantees and applicants to inform decision making

Making the best uses of the resources available to us, and seek to collaborate where we can create more impact together

Reflecting on our learning from Covid-19 and continually assess how we can make our grant schemes as accessible as possible

Respecting the knowledge and expertise of the sector; there is a multitude of ways in which grant holders and applicants may seek to support their beneficiaries and communities

Clearly promoting any additional funding we are able to make available, either as individual funders or in collaboration

If you are concerned about how to manage existing funding, please contact the relevant funder. They will almost certainly want to know, and may be able to help.

If you are looking for additional funding, visit www.funding.wales to search for the right grant schemes for you.

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Wales Funders Forum statement on the cost-of-living crisis | Funding Wales

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A Small Price to Pay: The pros and cons of charging charity beneficiaries

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A Small Price to Pay: The pros and cons of charging charity beneficiaries

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This free report explores the (at times controversial) issue of charging for your charity services. We ask: Can (and should) charities charge their beneficiaries to make up for falling fundraising income?  And what happens when they do?

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The Covid pandemic demonstrated how vulnerable many fundraising techniques are to the effects of lockdown. Events, street collections/fundraising, shops, and door to door fundraising have all been devastated by the pandemic. So as fundraising income is depressed - in some cases possibly for years - how can charities make up for the loss in income? This paper looks at the legal, practical, mission and pricing challenges of charging beneficiaries, as an alternative source of revenue.

Charities offer a diverse range of services, from addiction recovery programmes and pet hospitals to community minibus services and art galleries. Deciding whether to charge beneficiaries for these services can elicit strong views, even outside of a pandemic. The significance of the decision, and the potential implications resulting from charging, varies enormously depending on several factors.

Legally, charities are entirely permitted to charge beneficiaries for services they provide, and financial data for the sector suggests that there are significant benefits of doing so. We consider evidence from a wide range of research to help answer some key questions facing charities when considering their approach towards charging. This includes:

*Evaluations of the impact of pricing strategies for specific development and health interventions

*Research into pricing and the psychology of consumption

Use the link below to download the report.

* We know that not everyone likes to use the term 'beneficiaries' when describing the people who use the services their charity or organisation provides. We have chosen to use this term in this report for its conciseness, and for the lack of a consensus on a better alternative for the third sector. Please tweet us at @nfp_Research or drop us an email ( insight@nfpresearch.com) if you'd like to share your views on the term 'beneficiary' or your preferred alternative(s).

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A Small Price to Pay: The pros and cons of charging charity beneficiaries*

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The Covid pandemic demonstrated how vulnerable many fundraising techniques are to the effects of lockdown. Events, street collections/fundraising, shops, and door to door fundraising have all been devastated by the pandemic. So as fundraising income is depressed - in some cases possibly for years - how can charities make up for the loss in income?

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My Community Tenby & Saundersfoot, Mencap

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My Community Tenby and Saundersfoot is a project from Mencap. It aims to empower the local community to make the area a better place for those with learning disabilities. As part of the project there is £15,000 of seed funding available for groups or individuals looking to offer opportunities for people with learning disabilities in the Tenby and Saundersfoot area.

We are welcoming applications from anyone who has an interest - it doesn't matter if you are an individual or an existing organisation, if you want £200 or much more.

All ideas are welcome, here's some to get you thinking:

Coffee morning for parents and carers of children with learning disabilities

Local sports club wanting to offer inclusive or specialist sessions

Established organisation supporting people with learning disabilities wanting to extend services to the area

Skills workshop like cooking, pottery, bushcraft, art, music lessons etc?

Help buying a minibus to help people with learning disabilities in the area to access opportunities

Accessible play equipment or resources for schools, nurseries after school clubs

Events

Social get-togethers

Walking group, choir, gaming club.

Support or advice groups

Successful applications will be decided on by a panel of people with learning disabilities and the people who support them.
If you would like to find out more, please email Community Partner, Joey - joey.ayris@mencap.org.uk

Follow the project on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mycommunity.tenbyandsaundersfoot/

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Grant application tool kit by the Community Foundation Wales

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Community Foundation Wales Grant Toolkit

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Click the link above for a list of organisations and authorities who are providing advice, grants and possible funding to support people during the cost-of-living crisis.

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Scope Disability Energy Support
Free energy and water advice to disabled people, helping them to manage their energy and water needs.
https://www.scope.org.uk/disability-energy-support/ Older People's Commissioner for Wales
Cost of Living: Financial Entitlements - Frequently Asked Questions. The Commissioner has brought together helpful information to answer some key questions about the financial assistance that may be available to older people to help them through this difficult time.

Cost of Living: Financial Entitlements - Frequently Asked Questions
Warm Wales
Warm Wales is a CIC working to tackle fuel poverty by offering free advice and support (gas grants, eco funding) to ensure people across Wales and South-West England have warm and safe homes.
https://www.warmwales.org.uk/ Citizens Advice
Citizens Advice is an independent organisation specialising in confidential information and advice to assist people with legal, debt, consumer, housing and with benefits, council tax reduction they may be entitled to. Find your local branch at the website link below.
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/wales/
Charis manages the energy grant and scheme offered by energy companies through Ofgem, check if there are any active schemes in your area and their eligibility criteria. E-On Energy Fund, E-On Next Energy Fund, British Gas, OVO Energy, SSE and others.
Turn2Us
Turn2us has a benefits calculator and grants search tool to help you find out what support you can get alongside adviser locator tools. They also have information on benefits and information on help with paying energy and water bills.
Welsh Water
Priority Services
Welsh Water has a priority service for those who may be a parent with a baby, have an illness that requires water, have sight or hearing difficulties or are elderly or disabled.
Welsh Waters Priority Services Register means they can help with:
 Bottled water if your supply is interrupted
 Alternative ways of getting information
 Reassurance against bogus callers

You can join the register by completing the on line form on https://www.dwrcymru.com/en/help-advice/priority-services
Alternatively, you can contact 0800 052 0145 between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday and Saturday 9am to 1pm.
Care and Repair
Helping older people to live independently in warm, safe, accessible homes. Running the 70+ Cymru service which offers free Home Energy Assessments for people aged 60 and above in Wales.
https://www.careandrepair.org.uk/en/your-area/ British Energy Trust
British Energy Trust is an independent Charitable Trust. Its mission is to alleviate the detrimental impact of poverty, with a focus on fuel poverty.
Money Matters Hub - By Carers Wales
Carers Wales has created a new hub filled with resources to help support you with finances. It includes information on grants and benefits, as well as money and debt management tools and support with energy bills.
https://www.carersuk.org/wales/help-and-advice/money-matters-hub Shared Lives Plus Cost of Living Resources
SLP has created a webpage with a roundup of information and resources about the cost of living which may be relevant to Shared Lives households.

Cost of living resources
Ask CPAG
Essential welfare rights information, advice and tools for advisers. The Fuel Rights Handbook is free to access and they have a section with financial help for families
https://askcpag.org.uk/publications/-231890/financial-help-for-families-what-you-need-to-know-3rd-edition-
Debt
StepChange
Step Change, the Debt charity have a page dedicated to information and support around the Cost-of-living Crisis and can provide free debt help.
Breathing Space scheme
Breathing Space (sometimes called the 'Debt Respite Scheme') is a free government scheme that could give you up to 60 days' space from creditors to focus on getting debt advice and setting up a debt solution.

If you apply and are eligible, all creditors are informed and must stop any collection or enforcement activity. You'll still need to keep making your regular payments if you can afford to.

WELSH GOVERNMENT
Benefits
Many people are unaware they may be entitled to benefits that could offer them the support they need. If you are unsure about what benefits you can claim, Advicelink Cymru can help you check and claim what's yours. Call the free helpline on 0808 250 5700

Find out more here: https://gov.wales/claim-whats-yours

The Welsh Government with this fund is providing two grants.

A grant to help pay for essential costs, such as food, gas, electricity, clothing or emergency travel if you:

are experiencing extreme financial hardship

have lost your job

have applied for benefits and are waiting for your first payment

You cannot use it to pay for ongoing bills that you cannot afford to pay.

A grant to help you or someone you care for live independently in their home or a property that you or they are moving into.

Use the grant to pay for:

a fridge, cooker or washing machine and other 'white goods'

home furniture such as beds, sofas and chairs

A payment of £150 can be made to households in receipt of support Council Tax Reduction Scheme entitlement condition and households occupying properties in council tax Bands A to D. Some will be contacted directly from their Local authority but if you aren't paying through direct debit or in receipt of support it may be worth checking if you have to apply through your local council.

Please check your local authority's website.

https://gov.wales/cost-living-support-scheme-guide-local-authorities-html

The Welsh Government has launched a new fund to support unpaid carers in Wales during the cost-of-living crisis. Carers, who provide care for an adult or disabled child, will be able to apply for grants of up to £300 to pay for food, household items and electronic items.

Support services, such as counselling, financial advice, well-being and peer support will also be available. It comes as part of a £4.5m Welsh Government investment in the Carers Support Fund over the next three financial years, made up of £1.5m each year. We will share on our platforms the details of how to apply for the fund as soon as they are published.

Learners currently eligible for free school meals can apply for the grant of £125 per learner, and £200 for those learners entering year 7, recognising the increased costs associated with starting secondary school.

The parents of children and teenagers eligible for free school meals in Wales can apply for a grant towards school uniform, school trips, and kit. The grant this year is for £225 per learner, or £300 for those going into year seven, to recognise the increased costs with starting secondary school.

Parents and guardians can contact their local council to check their eligibility and apply.

Both grants have been raised by £100 for this school year, a Welsh Government spokesperson said. All looked after children qualify for the grants, whether they receive free school meals or not.

The Welsh Government is investing an extra £11m for children from low-income families to have #FreeSchoolMeals during every school holiday until February half term.
https://gov.wales/free-school-meals-lower-income-families-continue-school-holidays
LOCAL SUPPORT

Support with the cost of living
Blaenau Gwent
Local support and advice around cost-of-living, information and times of local Warm Hubs and more.
https://www.blaenau-gwent.gov.uk/en/resident/cost-of-living-advice-and-support/ Bridgend https://www.bridgend.gov.uk/residents/benefits-and-support/cost-of-living-support/ Caerphilly https://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/services/cost-of-living-support.aspx Cardiff https://www.cardiff.gov.uk/ENG/resident/Benefits-and-Grants/Cost-of-living-support/Pages/default.aspx Carmarthenshire
Support with the cost of living crisis
Ceredigion https://www.ceredigion.gov.uk/resident/cost-of-living/ Conwy https://www.conwy.gov.uk/en/Resident/Cost-of-Living/Cost-of-Living.aspx Denbighshire https://www.denbighshire.gov.uk/en/benefits-grants-and-money-advice/cost-of-living-support/cost-of-living-support.aspx Flintshire https://www.flintshire.gov.uk/en/Resident/Cost-of-Living-Hub/Home.aspx Gwynedd https://www.gwynedd.llyw.cymru/en/Residents/Cost-of-living-help.aspx Isle of Anglesey https://www.anglesey.gov.wales/en/Residents/Benefits-and-grants/Cost-of-living-support.aspx Merthyr Tydfil https://www.merthyr.gov.uk/resident/cost-of-living-support-and-advice/ Monmouthshire https://www.monmouthshire.gov.uk/money-matters/
Council allocates £500k Cost of Living support to those who need it most. Find out more at the link below
https://www.monmouthshire.gov.uk/2022/07/council-allocates-500k-cost-of-living-support-to-those-who-need-it-most/ Neath Port Talbot
The Hardship Relief Scheme is available in Neath Port Talbot to help you to heat your home more efficiently and to provide other measures of support to help with your energy bills if you are struggling. Please see the attached leaflet for more information as to the specific areas of support available.

The scheme is being managed by Warm Wales and they do have an 0800 number but please be advised it is very busy at the moment. The contact number is 0800 0911786.

More advice and information at the link below:
https://www.npt.gov.uk/33338 Newport
Newport Carers Network - For support in your caring role contact 01633 656656 or visit www.newport.gov.uk/carers for lots of helpful resources.

If you would like to receive regular carer information from us, please email community.connectors@newport.gov.uk and ask to join the Carers Network

General advice and support
https://www.newport.gov.uk/en/Support-and-Advice/Support-and-Advice.aspx
Cost of Living Support for Newport City Homes
https://www.newportcityhomes.com/advice-and-support/cost-of-living/ Pembrokeshire
Anyone experiencing financial hardship or who would like information about what support is available in their area, can contact the Pembrokeshire Community Hub on 01437 723660 or email enquiries@pembrokeshirecommunityhub.org

The Pembrokeshire Community Hub has also created an online one-stop-shop on the Connect Pembrokeshire website https://connectpembrokeshire.org.uk/ which has lots of useful information and an interactive map of Warm Welcome Community Spaces across the county.
https://www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/benefits-support-and-grants Powys https://en.powys.gov.uk/article/13329/Cost-of-Living-Hub Rhondda Cynon Taf https://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/EN/Resident/ConsumerAdviceandMoneyMatters/CostofLivingSupport/CostofLivingSupport.aspx Swansea https://www.swansea.gov.uk/costoflivinghelp Torfaen https://www.torfaen.gov.uk/en/CouncilTaxAndBenefits/Cost-of-Living-Support/Cost-of-Living-Support.aspx Vale Of Glamorgan
Young people aged 11-19 can access the School Nursing service via text for confidential, anonymous health advice and support.
Text: 07520 615718

More local support at advice at the link below
https://www.valeofglamorgan.gov.uk/en/living/Cost-of-Living/Cost-of-Living-Support.aspx Wrexham https://www.wrexham.gov.uk/services/help-cost-living

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