Voluntary Action Surrey East

06/10/2026

📣 We’ve launched a new small grants scheme to help improve community facilities. 📣

Voluntary, community and not-for-profit organisations across the borough can apply for a grant of between £3,000 and £20,000 to improve facilities that support residents and bring communities together.

Applications for a share of the £200,000 fund close on 2 November 2026.

The scheme builds on the success of the Council’s Community Asset Transfer and Support Programme, which has helped 25 organisations to take on community assets or with grants to improve them - including sports pavilions, scout huts and village halls.

For more information and how to apply ➡️ https://orlo.uk/vmbjL

05/10/2026

Tandridge Together Community Fund opens

The Council is inviting local charities and voluntary groups which demonstrate the work they do improves the health and wellbeing of residents to apply for a grant of up to £2,000 from the Tandridge Together Community Fund before Friday 20 November 2026.

This fund is made up of money raised by people buying weekly tickets for the Tandridge Together Lottery. The continued success of the lottery means the overall fund available to local good causes this year is £24,000.

Since the fund started, it has contributed to a wide variety of projects helping support people of all ages and abilities. These include collecting and distributing shoes for children from low income families, befriending services for the elderly, care and support for domestic abuse survivors and a wide variety of workshops for students, adults and young adults with learning disabilities, disabilities and or mental health challenges.

To apply for a grant please visit www.tandridge.gov.uk/communityfund.

30/09/2026

What a fantastic day at the East Surrey Volunteer Fair on Saturday!

A massive thank you to all the charities, community organisations, volunteers and local people who came along and helped make the event so special.

🌟 And a BIG thank you to all our partners! The Volunteer Fair was an incredible partnership effort, with so much support, enthusiasm and collaboration behind the scenes and on the day.

It was wonderful to see so many organisations together in one place, showcasing the amazing work they do every day to make a difference to people across East Surrey.

We hope everyone who attended enjoyed meeting the organisations, discovering new opportunities and finding out how they can get involved in their local community.

Photography by Lakruwan Rajapaksha: https://lakruwanphotography.com/ who also volunteered on the day!

👏 Thank you to everyone who took part, supported the event and helped make it happen. We couldn't have done it without you!
Jigsaw South East Sight for Surrey MCR Pathways Belfry Shopping Centre, Redhill Tandridge Council Love Reigate and Banstead Central Surrey Voluntary Action Surrey Community Action Action for Carers Surrey African Community in Surrey and Sussex Asian Social Group, Citizens Advice Reigate and Banstead, Energy Action Redhill & Reigate East Surrey Domestic Abuse Service (ESDAS) Home Start Surrey Include.org Marie Curie UK MHA Communities Rotary Club Redhill, SeeAbility, The Westway, Community & Wellbeing Centre u3a Redhill & Reigate

26/09/2026

Amazing day at East Surrey Volunteer Fair 2026. Thank you to all of the volunteers and organisations that joined us today.
We will be sharing more updates and pictures so keep a look out!

22/09/2026

Would you like to volunteer with Home Start East Surrey?

16/09/2026

🌟 Find Your Next Volunteer Role! 🌟

Looking to make a difference in your community? Come and meet the team at Africa Community in Surrey & Sussex C.I.C. at the East Surrey Volunteer Fair, hosted by Voluntary Action Surrey East

Come along to:
✨ Discover our exciting volunteer opportunities
🤝 Meet our friendly team
🎲 Take part in some fun games and activities
💬 Find out how you can get involved and make a difference

📅 Date: Saturday 26 September 2026
🕚 Time: 11am–3pm
📍 Venue: The Belfry Shopping Centre, Redhill

Can't make it on the day? No problem! Get in touch with Mia at [email protected] to find out more about volunteering with us.

We can't wait to meet you! 💚

14/09/2026

Not long to go now! Will you be joining us on 26th September at The Belfry Shopping Centre, Redhill? Come and find out about volunteering in East Surrey.

Only one month to go until we're exhibiting at the East Surrey Volunteers Fair with Voluntary Action Surrey East - we're really looking forward to meeting some potential new team members! Are you coming?

07/09/2026

Posters for the East Surrey Volunteer Fair 2026 are up and around! Horley, Smallfield and Outwood - have you spotted a poster in your area? Keep a look out and let us know will you be joining us on the day?
Belfry Shopping Centre, Redhill Love Reigate and Banstead Tandridge Council

Energy Action Redhill & Reigate Sight for Surrey Abbeyfield Reigate Society Limited Action for Carers Surrey African Community in Surrey and Sussex Age Concern Merstham Redhill Reigate Asian Social Group Redhill, Citizens Advice Reigate & Banstead, ESRTP Community Transport Guide Dogs UK Home start East Surrey Include.org Jigsaw South East Lions Club of Caterham, Oxted & Godstone Marie Curie UK MCR Pathways Rotary Club Redhill, The Westway, Community & Wellbeing Centre Surrey Community Action Reigate & Redhill u3a

02/09/2026

We are excited to have our colleagues from Central Surrey Voluntary Action with us at the East Surrey Volunteer Fair!
Come and meet more than 25 organisations and find out what is happening in East Surrey.
Have you signed up yet?
Here is the link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1991988665722?aff=oddtdtcreator
Attending is free! It's an oppourtunity to discover what opportunities are available.

🌟 Looking to make a difference in your community? 🤝

Come along to the East Surrey Volunteer Fair 2026! 💙 Whether you want to gain new skills, meet amazing local people, or give back to causes you care about, this is your perfect first step. 🚀

📅 When: Saturday, September 26, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📍 Where: The Belfry Shopping Centre, Redhill (RH1 1ST)
🎟️ Cost: FREE!

Chat directly with a volunteer advisor, meet inspiring local charities, and discover how your time and skills can shape a stronger East Surrey. 💼✨

👉 Space is free but reservation is recommended! Snag your spot here: https://tinyurl.com/5n8p9439 📲

01/09/2026

We’re recruiting: VCSE Community Insight and Partnerships Officer

Could you help ensure that community knowledge shapes decisions across East Surrey?

Voluntary Action Surrey East (VASE) and Central Surrey Voluntary Action (CSVA) are looking for an experienced relationship-builder to play a central role in delivering the East Surrey Community Insight Partnership (ESCIP).

You will:
• Build trusted relationships across the VCSE sector
• Bring organisations and partners together
• Gather and identify themes from community intelligence
• Turn insight into clear briefings for decision-makers
• Create stronger feedback loops between communities and local partners
• Help demonstrate the value of ESCIP’s first-year model

We’re interested in candidates with experience in community development, engagement, participation, research, service improvement, health, local government or partnership working. You do not need to have held a role with “community insight” in its title.

Role details:
• Oxted, with regular travel across East Surrey
• £36,000 FTE, pro rata to £22,629 per annum for 22 hours per week
• 12-month fixed-term contract, with an intention to extend subject to funding
• Closing date: 18 September 2026
• Interviews: 29 September 2026

If you are curious, analytical and skilled at bringing people together and want community voices to have a meaningful influence, we would love to hear from you.

Find out more and apply: https://vase.org.uk/were-recruiting-vcse-community-insight-and-partnerships-officer/

Please share this opportunity with anyone in your network who could be a great fit. Central Surrey Voluntary Action