CVS South Gloucestershire

03/11/2026

You have a burning idea to start or scale an organisation which supports people in building stable lives. But how can you make turn that idea into a reality?🔥

To start you‘ll need:
🟨 A plan on how to generate income whether through grants or trading
🟨 Business skills to build a sustainable and resilient organisation
🟨 Strategies to develop a viable product or service
🟨 Knowledge on how to effectively reach your beneficiaries and help them learn about your service.

If the list above feels daunting then you’re in luck, The DPS Social Commitment Programme is here.

You’ll learn all the above and more during this free 9-month course. You'll also receive a £7k or £10k grant to help you scale.

👉Visit our website to register your interest and receive more details about the programme.

26/10/2026

Come to our AGM to receive updates on Neighbourhood Health, VCFSE Leaders Board, VCSFE Alliance, Community Cohesion and more. We are having topic tables with relevant representatives at each one ready to update you and answer your questions.
We are also having a panel discussion discussing The Future of the VCFSE sector of South Gloucestershire.
Along with this, will be dedicated time to connect with other VCFSE representatives.

A light lunch will be provided.
Severnside Suite, Thornbury Leisure Centre on 26th November 12:30-3pm.

22/10/2026

Interested in learning more about Population data in South Gloucestershire?
Join us on the 12th November at 12pm on Microsoft Teams!
South Gloucestershire Council will be running this free online learning session for those working in VCSE organisations, who want to better understand the people and communities they support.
What will the session cover?
We'll introduce the available data tools, including:
• Interactive dashboards covering topics such as children and young people, health and wellbeing
• Mapping tools showing information for smaller areas within South Gloucestershire
• Signposting to more detailed information on key subjects through our in-depth needs assessments.

This session will include a live demonstration of the data tools, opportunities to explore them yourself, and time for questions. Whether you are new to using data or already use evidence in your work, this session will help you make the most of local information available for South Gloucestershire.
How do I book to attend the session?
Please register your interest by completing this form:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=Up6wZK2HvkaX0tlt0G861JcoFiMaqbFIqfKaFC_861NUOVVPRUpGUU5GOFYwMDNTSVhZS0JLV01SMS4u&route=shorturl

17/09/2026

Welcome to the CVS South Gloucestershire Membership Series where we showcase the fantastic work of the voluntary and community sector in South Gloucestershire. We are delighted to introduce North Bristol Advice Centre.

North Bristol Advice Centre, https://northbristoladvice.org.uk/ are a local charity offering free and independent welfare benefits and debt advice.

Ways to contact us:
Use our online form,
www.northbristoladvice.org.uk/advicetool/
Call from 10am to 4pm, Monday to Thursday, on 0117 951 5751
Email [email protected]
Reception opening hours: Monday – Thursday, 10am – 2pm
2 Gainsborough Square, Lockleaze, Bristol BS7 9XA

CVS South Gloucestershire Supports a thriving voluntary and community sector in South Gloucestershire, find out more here: https://www.cvs-sg.org.uk/

Free and independent welfare benefits and debt advice For North Bristol and South Gloucestershire Get help and advice Do you require urgent financial suppor ...

09/09/2026

Round 2 BNSSG Communities Against Cancer funding now open for applications!
To find out more about the funding and submit your application, please visit chinesecws.org.uk/our-support/bnssg-cac or email [email protected]

25/08/2026

Welcome to the CVS South Gloucestershire Membership Series where we showcase the fantastic work of the voluntary and community sector in South Gloucestershire. We are delighted to introduce Creative Youth Network, https://creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk/

Creative Youth Network is a charity supporting around 2,500 young people across Bristol and South Gloucestershire each year, helping them reach their potential through tailored support, positive relationships, and creative opportunities. We deliver numerous open access sessions, host events, offer mental health support, deliver creative courses for young people and much more on a regular basis.

CVS South Gloucestershire supports a thriving voluntary and community sector in South Gloucestershire, find out more here: https://www.cvs-sg.org.uk/

06/08/2026

📢 Co-operative Futures is hiring! 📢

Are you passionate about co‑operative values and community-led approaches? We're looking for a Co-operative Development Worker to support co‑operatives and community-owned businesses through advice, training and policy work.

💷 £31,000 – £36,000 pro rata salary
🕰️ Full-time permanent contract
🏡 Home-based
🌟 Generous benefits
✅ Opportunity to build a long-term career in the co‑operative sector

This is a varied, practical, people-focused role where you'll work with communities, workers and networks to promote the co-operative model.

If you'd enjoy building relationships and new initiatives, managing your own projects and working collaboratively as part of a small, supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply here: https://futures.coop/job-vacancies/

06/08/2026

Welcome to the CVS South Gloucestershire Membership Series where we showcase the fantastic work of the voluntary and community sector in South Gloucestershire. We are delighted to introduce Mamas Bristol, an organisation dedicated to supporting families through community, connection and collaboration.

"Mamas Bristol Bristol CIC, https://www.mamasbristol.com/ is for anyone who needs support to raise their family. They say it takes a village to raise a child, we have built that village for you. It's a network, a safe space, my passion & my family." Kelsey Booy, Co-Director.

Mamas Bristol Bristol have a range of support offers, and volunteering opportunities available, to find out more, follow this link Mamas Bristol - The Mamas Hub | Unit 4/5 Apex Court, BS32 4JT.

CVS South Gloucestershire Supports a thriving voluntary and community sector in South Gloucestershire, find out more here, https://www.cvs-sg.org.uk/

Learn about Mamas Bristol. Book a Stay & Play visit to The Mamas Hub. Find out how to book an Exclusive Party!

30/07/2026

Welcome to the CVS South Gloucestershire Membership Series where we showcase the fantastic work of the voluntary and community sector in South Gloucestershire. We are delighted to introduce Jigsaw Thornbury, a charity committed to supporting young people with additional needs and disabilities.

JIGSAW has meant a lot to me growing up as it is a place I can go to without feeling judged and misunderstood. Also, being a young volunteer has pushed me to do things I would never have been able to do without JIGSAW being there supporting me all the way. The opportunities they have given me are very special as being a neurodivergent young person in this society is very challenging but with JIGSAW I can be myself and prove everyone wrong. JIGSAW changed my life for the better – Youth Volunteer, Jigsaw Thornbury.

Jigsaw Thornbury have a range of support offers, and volunteering opportunities available, to find out more, follow this link www.jigsawthornbury.org.uk

CVS South Gloucestershire supports a thriving voluntary and community sector in South Gloucestershire, find out more here: https://www.cvs-sg.org.uk/

For Children with Additional Needs and Disabilities - SEN Lending Library, Events, Meetings, Bristol Area and the South West.

23/07/2026

Welcome to the CVS South Gloucestershire Membership Series where we showcase the fantastic work of the voluntary and community sector in South Gloucestershire. We are delighted to introduce The Diversity Trust, a social enterprise committed to promoting equality through training, support services and more.

“We have been working in South Gloucestershire, over the last 14-years, to support and develop services for adults and young people. Our Alphabets youth programme, https://www.diversitytrust.org.uk/young-peoples-services/, has recently celebrated its 10th anniversary, and we continue to champion the voices of LGBTQ+ people across the area. We are proud to be partners of CVS South Gloucestershire and will continue to champion the rights of our communities.” Berkeley Wilde, CEO.

The Diversity Trust have a range of support offers, and volunteering opportunities available, to find out more, follow this link Homepage https://www.diversitytrust.org.uk/

CVS South Gloucestershire supports a thriving voluntary and community sector in South Gloucestershire, find out more here: https://www.cvs-sg.org.uk/

We are specialists in diversity and inclusion training. We provide support services, policy and research to the private, public and third sectors.