Following the announcement of a General Election, the Charity Commission have issued guidance for charities, political activity and campaigning. There is a short 5 minute introductory guide and more detailed guidance if you need it....
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Volunteering in Teignbridge – a picture, recommendations, a celebration
Nationally, many voluntary organisations saw an influx of volunteers during the pandemic. However, since then, volunteer levels have dropped much lower than they were previously. If this continues, our voluntary sector will not be able to continue to provide the...
A snapshot of some CVS activity over the last year
Household and Non-Domestic Energy Support: Summary of changes 17th October 2022
With thanks to NAVCA for the following briefing: Below provides a summary following announcements by the Chancellor on 17th October 2022 to the Household and Non-Domestic Energy Support Schemes The Energy Price Guarantee for all domestic customers will now run only...
New guidance for VCSE Groups supporting food supplies
As food costs continue to rise the current cost of living crisis is causing consumers to look for alternative food supplies. Volunteers and charitable organisations are increasingly looking for ways to provide essential food supplies to those who are most vulnerable....
Cost of Living – Teignbridge Planning for Action
Teignbridge CVS, working with Teignbridge District Council held a Cost of Living Workshop in September which brought groups together with the Council to explore what the demand (at the time) was, what support was available and to start to identify what the need might...
New Teignbridge Cost of Living Support Website and Leaflet
Teignbridge Cost of Living Support Website The new Teignbridge website draws together statutory and VCSE providers in a signposting website for individuals and advisors. It provides direct links to the Worrying about Money web tool, the district council website and...
Free 1hr online workshop for frontline teams having brief conversations with people about money worries
The Worrying About Money? Leaflet is a simple resource for people facing financial crisis - and those supporting them - to quickly see available advice and support options and which agencies are best placed to help. The Teignbridge Worrying About Money? leaflet has...
Kinship: New service for those raising relative’s or friend’s children
Are you a Kinship Carer? A kinship carer is someone who is raising a relative's or friend’s child. KINSHIP offer kinship families free support and advice. They are also developing a new peer support service across England and online. The service will include: 100 new...
New Cost of Living Grants Fund for Older People
Short Application Window The charity, Independent Age is providing a total of 25 grants of £40,000 each to charities and community organisations across the UK. The funding is intended to ‘get more money into the pockets of older people and help ensure they do not...
Fuel Debt Advice in the Community – funded places available
City & Guilds Level 2 Award in Fuel Debt Advice in the Community 6281-16 Funded places available Delivered across three webinars this course aims to provide an understanding of the causes of fuel debt, issues householders may face with meters, fuel statements,...