Sketch Magazine started life as a newsletter for members of the Llantwit Major Art and Craft Group. It had a particularly important role during the Pandemic helping to prevent social isolation by keeping  members connected through the lockdown.

The Vale of Glamorgan Council is currently running its annual Santa’s Cause campaign. Christmas should be a time of happiness and celebration. Sadly, for many families in the Vale of Glamorgan it can be one of great stress, anxiety, and sadness.

Students from Atlantic College recently volunteered some time with GVS CF61 Gardening Project in Llantwit Major. 

On Saturday 21st of October, Rookwood Sound Radio based at Llandough Hospital launched their service via DAB +.

The office space at St Paul’s Community Centre, Arcot Street, Penarth is available for £350.00 per calendar month with utilities and Wi-Fi included in the price.

If you didn't hear about Love the Vale Day in 2023, it’s our new annual event at Bro Radio where we hand over the entire radio station to our community. Submissions are required no later than 5pm on Tuesday 14th November 2023.

The Compact is an agreement between the Vale of Glamorgan Council, and voluntary and community organisations (known as the Third Sector) operating in the Vale of Glamorgan.  The deadline for completion of the survey has been extended until 15th December 2023.

Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) recently appointed a new and already valued member of its team to support its community work in Llantwit Major (CF61) and Penarth (St Pauls).  

South Wales Listens gives you the opportunity to tell your local neighbourhood police team about the issues that matter most to you, as well as taking part in surveys that will enable us to better understand concerns in your community. We'd really like to hear from you so why not ask your family, friends, and colleagues to register too? Registration is completely free, quick, and simple. 

With many organisations experiencing significant operational challenges, it’s so much more important than ever to step back and acknowledge the unseen work of our trustees.  Trustees’ Week is a chance to thank them for their commitment to the Sector. 

Welsh Charities Week is back from 13 – 17 November 2023, recognising the good work of charities, social enterprises, voluntary organisations and community and volunteer groups in Wales.

Do you support somebody with Dementia?

GVS has measured its impact for 2022-2023 by recently producing its annual Impact Report. GVS’ small but effective team has produced some outstanding results in the past year, culminating in vital support to the vibrant local Third Sector organisations it serves.

GVS recently held its AGM in its newly renovated and beautifully restored St Paul’s Community Centre in Arcot Street, Penarth. St Pauls’ stained glass windows were the mesmerising attraction on the day.  The Impact Report, produced in both English and Welsh is available to download.

Everyone who takes part in the survey will also have the chance to win one of ten £50 Love2Shop vouchers, which can be spent in a wide variety of high street shops and restaurants. 

There are three rooms available for rent at Amelia Trust Farm, and they are ideal for charities or small businesses looking for office or meeting space.

Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) wish to gather your views on the Compact and what you feel should be its priorities. Please would you take 10 minutes of your time to complete the survey and ensure your voice is heard. 

South Wales Polices’ vision is to be the best at understanding and responding to our community. South Wales Listens is our new engagement platform and will be pivotal in us continuing to achieve this vision.

WCVA is conducting a survey on the impact of inflation on voluntary sector organisations delivering public services. The survey closes at 12 pm on 13 October 2023.

Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) is hosting an “in person” Annual General Meeting at its beautifully restored community building St Pauls in Penarth.

GVS member organisations have priority booking to attend the event on Wednesday, 25th October at 10.00am finishing by 12noon which is followed by a light buffet lunch.