SAVS

09/06/2026

Funding is available to older people on low incomes who live in England or Wales and are in financial need. Grants are usually up to £600, although in some cases grants of up to £1,000 may be available.

Older people on low incomes in England and Wales can apply for small grants through Friends of the Elderly’s Grants for Older People programme. The funding is available to older people who live in England or Wales and are in financial need. Grants are usually up to £600, although in some cases

09/06/2026

The Port of London Authority has launched funding to increase in support available for environmental projects, across three categories.

Environmental Improvement Programme, Local Environment Champions and Tidal Tributaries Stewardship Fund.

Environmental Improvement Programme – £100,000 Supporting strategic, transformational projects that make a big impact on the tidal Thames. The Environmental Improvement

05/06/2026

Help us celebrate by nominating a volunteer for the Outstanding Contribution to Sport Award

Do you know a volunteer who
🌟 Is dedicated to supporting sports groups and clubs in Southend
🌟 Embodies the qualities of sportsmanship. Integrity, fair play and positivity under pressure
🌟 Bring people together through sport, supporting physical and mental health as well as raising the profile of sport in the community.

Nominate your volunteer and help them to shine: https://airtable.com/appnmMPc1G4FZkzpL/pagqSCd6rcvME1pRD/form?fbclid=IwY2xjawSPcDZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFtR2IzdlU0bEpnZ1ZmMzBnc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHohpNxPwOzNuvWSsFc78Px6K1YsahiQ504fWM6H1fMU7qKgPyesd0C6O1UKV_aem_99MLZpJraUDc75C02r66PA

05/06/2026

The Shoebury Matters May 2026 newsletter is a community update covering local events, nature news, resident meetings and upcoming activities in Shoeburyness. Click the link below to read the full edition

The Shoebury Matters May 2026 newsletter is a community update covering local events, nature news, resident meetings and upcoming activities in Shoeburyness. It opens with news from Gunners Park and Shoebury Ranges Nature Reserve, including nesting swans, coots and blue t**s, with a reminder for vis...

05/06/2026

Frazzled, the mental wellbeing charity founded by Ruby Wax, is launching a new weekly face-to-face group in Southend for local people who are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, isolated, or simply in need of somewhere to talk and be heard. The first session will take place on Monday 8th June, and you're invited!

Frazzled, the mental wellbeing charity founded by Ruby Wax, is launching a new weekly face-to-face group in Southend for local people who are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, isolated, or simply in need of somewhere to talk and be heard. The first session will take place on Monday 8th June, and you're...

04/06/2026

What a fantastic day we had yesterday celebrating each and every one of our wonderful SAVS volunteers at Terrace Bar And Restaurant 🎉

Each volunteer received a certificate in recognition of their invaluable contribution, along with a small goody bag. There was also plenty of food, activities and fun to enjoy throughout the celebrations 📸

Our volunteers give thousands of hours each year to support our projects and communities. Quite simply, SAVS would not be the organisation it is today without their dedication, kindness and generosity.

We are already looking forward to celebrating with you all again next year ☺️

🙏 We would also like to say a special thank you to the Deputy Mayor, Cllr Anne Jones, and her husband, Brian Jones, for taking the time to personally thank our volunteers and for bringing so much warmth, joy and enthusiasm to the event.

Southend-on-Sea City Council Community Investment Board

04/06/2026

Past Mayor, Nigel Folkard, presented Southend in Sight with a cheque for £30,181 at their celebration for Volunteers’ Week. With the support of his fundraising committee, Nigel was the driving force behind the incredible amount raised during his Mayoral year for his two chosen charities.

Past Mayor, Nigel Folkard, presented Southend in Sight with a cheque for £30,181 at their celebration for Volunteers’ Week. With the support of his fundraising committee, Nigel was the driving force behind the incredible amount raised during his Mayoral year for his two chosen charities. Chair of...

04/06/2026

Join Southend's Mayor for a charity dinner to raise funds for SEND the Right Message and Safe Essex. Tickets cost £37.50 per person and the money will be split between the two great causes.

Raising funds for Mayor’s Chosen charities: Send The Right Message and Safe Essex .

04/06/2026

Grants of £10,000 to £100,000 are available for projects across the East of England that improve the natural water environment and deliver associated community benefits.

Grants of £5,000 to £100,000 will soon be available for projects across the East of England that improve the natural water environment and deliver community benefits. The funding is provided through Anglian Water’s Thriving Communities Fund, which aims to create healthier natural places and more...

04/06/2026

The Yapp Charitable Trust is making grants of up to £3,000 available to support the core costs of small registered charities working with some of the most disadvantaged and marginalised people in England and Wales

The Yapp Charitable Trust is making funding available to support the core costs of small registered charities working with some of the most disadvantaged and marginalised people in England and Wales. The Trust funds work that focuses on one of their priority groups: elderly people children & young p...