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Celebrating Día de Muertos

06 Nov, 2023by Caitlin MackayArts and culture, News Article

We have all lost someone, or at some point, we will.  These losses bring with them pain and grief, however, there are some cultures that manage to find joy and beauty amidst the loss and pain.

Beat your Bills….new dates added!

26 Oct, 2023by Julie GibsonEvent, News Article, West Norfolk

Looking for ways to save money? Then our Beat your Bills roadshows are the place to be.

Support Available for Unpaid Carers

06 Oct, 2023by Caitlin MackayInformation, advice and guidance

People living in Norfolk who are looking after another adult can get support from Carers Matter Norfolk.

Platinum Jubilee Village Halls Fund, if at first you don't succeed........

02 Oct, 2023by Julie GibsonCase Study, Funding, West Norfolk

This is the third in our series about funding, read more here: part 1 and part 2. 

Regardless of how much effort you put in, sometimes your application is unsuccessful. This can be for a number of reasons and can leave you feeling more than a little deflated. So if at first you don't succeed, talk to CAN!

Platinum Jubilee Vilage Halls Fund: a story of success part 2.

26 Sep, 2023by Julie GibsonCase Study, Funding, North Norfolk

Sometimes it is important to remind ourselves of what we do well and success is a great way of celebrating who we are, and demonstrating how our knowledge can help you achieve your goals. Funding applications can be both timely and complicated but these stories prove that with the right help, you are more likely to achieve a positive outcome.

Platinum Jubilee Village Halls Fund; a story of success part 1. 

19 Sep, 2023by Julie GibsonBreckland, Case Study, Funding

In May 2022, Defra announced a £3 million Platinum Jubilee Village Halls Fund, to mark Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee. Applications were invited from halls looking to modernise and improve facilities and after completing a successful Stage 1 application, Community Action Norfolk contacted all Norfolk applicants to offer them help and advice to compose their bids before they completed their Stage 2 application. Read below how we helped Wretham Village Hall and how we can help you.

Increase your chances of finding funding for your organisation

22 Aug, 2023by Julie GibsonFunding, Information, advice and guidance

Funding is crucial in enabling your organization to deliver its services and finding the right funding is key to success.

Here are some top tips to get you started. 

Captain Tom: lessons learned!

22 Aug, 2023by Julie GibsonInformation, advice and guidance

Capt. Sir Tom Moore became a national hero during England's first lockdown, raising millions for the NHS by walking 100 garden laps before his 100th birthday. However, his charity now faces scrutiny over allegations that his daughter was paid thousands through her family company for appearances linked to the charity.

Managing financial difficulties in your charity arising from cost-of-living pressures.

28 Jul, 2023by Julie GibsonInformation, advice and guidance

Like many of you, we receive many updates regarding the state of the voluntary sector.  In recent months there has been a rise in reports of failing charities, with at least one article predicting a loss of 40% of the sector in the next two years! 

Latest updates from the Charity Commission, June 2023.

26 Jun, 2023by Julie GibsonInformation, advice and guidance

Here are the latest changes being introduced by the Charity Commission relating to the Charities Act 2022 (the Act), which amends the Charities Act 2011.

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