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Dewch o hyd i gyfleoedd gwirfoddoli sy’n addas i chi gyda Gwirfoddoli Cymru
Eisiau gwirfoddoli ond ddim yn siŵr ble i ddechrau? Gall Gwirfoddoli Cymru eich cysylltu chi â’r mudiadau sydd eich angen.
Volunteering Wales connects volunteers and organisations the easy way
The new and improved Volunteering Wales website is a simple, effective and completely free way for organisations to recruit and manage volunteers.
Cominwyr, gwartheg a pheiriannau torri gwair robotig yn ymuno i achub un o rywogaethau prinnaf Cymru
Mae cadwraethwyr, gwartheg a pheiriant torri gwair a reolir o bell yn helpu i achub un o anifeiliaid Cymru sydd fwyaf mewn perygl.
Conservationists, cattle and a remote-controlled mower are helping to save one of Wales's most endangered animals
Butterfly Conservation has deployed the mooing and mowing machines to protect the beautiful High Brown Fritillary butterfly at the last known site where it is found in Wales.
GVS’ Clive Curtis is due to retire after 25 years of superb service to the local Third Sector
“After 25 years of working with Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) preceded by a further 22 years in the Third and Public Sectors, I’ve decided to retire. However, I won’t be leaving immediately as there is some work to be done to recruit a new Operational Manager to GVS."
Mae Gwobrau Cymunedau Diogelach Cymru 2024 nawr ar agor ar gyfer enwebiadau
Gall unigolion enwebu eu hunain ar gyfer y gwobrau neu gael eu henwebu gan drydydd parti. Croesawir enwebiadau ar gyfer unrhyw unigolyn, sefydliad neu brosiect yng Nghymru p’un ai a ydynt yn cael eu talu neu ddim yn cael eu talu o’r sector cyhoeddus, y sector preifat neu’r trydydd sector – elusennau, grwpiau gwirfoddol a grwpiau cymunedol.
The Wales Safer Communities Awards 2024 are now open for nominations
Entries to the awards can be self-nominated or nominated by a third party. Nominations are welcome of any individual, organisation or project working in Wales, whether paid or unpaid from public, private or the third sector – charities, voluntary groups and community groups.
Do you require spacious office space at great rates in the Vale of Glamorgan?
Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) has superb office space available in its Llantwit Major base at Illtud House with prices starting from £594.00 per month.
Cowbridge Male Voice Choir - a review of our year
Please use the link to see what Cowbridge Male Voice Choir has achieved over the past year and see what we can do for you. We are always in demand for concerts to raise money for charities but please ask.
Gwobrau Elusennau Cymru / Welsh Charity Awards
The Welsh Charity Awards, organised by WCVA, recognise and celebrate the fantastic contribution charities, community groups, not-for-profits and volunteers make to Wales. The Closing date for nominations is 13 September 2024, 5 pm.
EVCT provides local Ukrainian people with a trip to Dyffryn Gardens
East Vale Community Transport based in Penarth were happy to see their mini bus in use to take a group of local Ukrainians on a visit recently.
Voluntary Organisation Banking Guide launched
As UK Finance launches a banking guide for the sector, we walk you through some of the challenges it hopes to address.
Charity Commission statement in response to riots and public disorder
Statement on charities responding to public disorder.
Free Digital Help For Third Sector Organisations in Wales
Are you a third sector organisation in Wales looking for a digital solution to your problem? ProMo Cymru offers free one-to-one digital support through their Third Sector Digital Support project, thanks to The National Lottery Community Fund.
GVS offers short and long term rental space in three Vale based buildings
Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) supports community and charitable organisations operating in the Vale of Glamorgan and manages three buildings which have space available to rent. The buildings based in Llantwit Major are CF61 (hourly rental) or Illtud House (office space rental) and in Penarth we have St Pauls (hourly rental) with all spaces affordably priced.
Cyfle Cymru: Empowering Communities Through Opportunities and Support
At Cyfle Cymru, our mission is to provide comprehensive support and opportunities for individuals seeking to improve their lives and eventually enter the workforce. We serve a diverse range of individuals, including those recovering from substance misuse and/or mental health issues, those with criminal records, and young people who are not in education, employment, or training (NEET).
UK Finanace - Voluntary Organisation Banking Guide
Numerous charities are currently experiencing difficulties with accessing bank accounts. In reference to this, UK Finance have launched a Voluntary Organisation Banking Guide.
Refreshing the Charity Governance Code
Alison Pritchard, Head of Support at WCVA, talks about the value of the Charity Governance Code and why it’s important for Welsh charities to get involved in the current consultation to update it.
Are you looking to start a voluntary group or charity? GVS can help
Starting something new can be daunting. If you have an idea for a voluntary group or charity then Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) is here to help make it a reality. Our dedicated Governance Officer is able to support with everything from choosing the right structure, writing a constitution, developing policies, registering a charity and much more.