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COVID-19 : essential information for village and community halls

03 Apr, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Breckland, Broadland, Economy and enterprise, Funding, Great Yarmouth, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, News Article, North Norfolk, Norwich, Planning, doing and learning, Press Release, Rurality, South Norfolk, Staying safe and legal, Support for organisations and communities, Volunteering, West Norfolk

Village halls and community buildings are facing particular challenges as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. We have compiled some helpful – and essential – information.

Coronavirus / Covid-19 VCSE sector update

30 Mar, 2020by Steve NunnBreckland, Broadland, Children and young people, Economy and enterprise, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Funding, Great Yarmouth, Health and social care, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, Mental health, News Article, North Norfolk, Norwich, Older people, Planning, doing and learning, Press Release, Rurality, South Norfolk, Staying safe and legal, Support for organisations and communities, Training, Transport and service access, VCSE Sector Leadership Group, Volunteering, West Norfolk

If you are (a) involved with a voluntary or community group or organisation (b) are thinking about volunteering or (c) wanting to start up a local help group in your community you'll find a wealth of good advice and guidance in our Norfolk VCSE Covid-19 update. 

Donating to the Covid-19 Community Response Fund

20 Mar, 2020by Steve NunnBreckland, Broadland, Children and young people, Economy and enterprise, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Equality and diversity, Funding, Great Yarmouth, Health and social care, Mental health, News Article, North Norfolk, Norwich, Older people, Planning, doing and learning, Press Release, Rurality, South Norfolk, Support for organisations and communities, Volunteering, West Norfolk

Norfolk Community Foundation has set up the Covid-19 Community Response Fund to support our local charities working hard on the ground to keep vulnerable people safe and well.

Community Responses to Covid-19 Pandemic

14 Mar, 2020by Anonymous (not verified)Health and social care, Information, advice and guidance, Support for organisations and communities

There is a great tradition of the community coming together in times of crisis. We are starting to see a number of community initiatives emerge or be talked about in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. This is a fantastic statement on the caring nature of our communities.

However, it is important to consider carefully before starting any activity:

Coronavirus COVID-19 Guidance for Organisations

12 Mar, 2020by Anonymous (not verified)Breckland, Broadland, Children and young people, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Great Yarmouth, Health and social care, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, News Article, North Norfolk, Norwich, Older people, Press Release, Rurality, South Norfolk, Support for organisations and communities, Transport and service access, VCSE Sector Leadership Group, Volunteering, West Norfolk

A number of organisations have shared advice on staff and/or volunteer management in relation to the outbreak of the Coronavirus.  This article summarises some of the best information sources.  Last Updated 27-03-2020.

Has your community or voluntary group reduced its carbon footprint? Tell us about it!

10 Mar, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Case Study, Consultation, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, Members Events, News Article, Planning, doing and learning

Has your community or voluntary group reduced its carbon footprint? Tell us about it! 

National Lottery Community Fund safeguarding update

02 Mar, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Consultation, Economy and enterprise, Funding, Heritage, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, News Article, Staying safe and legal, Support for organisations and communities, Training, VCSE Sector Leadership Group

The following statement on safeguarding updates is being shared by CAN on behalf of The National Lottery Community Fund.

The cost of living in a rural area

02 Mar, 2020by Steve NunnEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Equality and diversity, Knowledge Base, Mental health, News Article, Press Release, Reports & Evidence, Rurality, Transport and service access

People living in rural areas are having to spend thousands more on household essentials such as groceries, electricity and petrol 

Bodge, banter and brew at Wells-next-the-Sea Men’s Shed!

28 Feb, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Case Study, Economy and enterprise, Equality and diversity, Funding, Mental health, News Article, North Norfolk, Older people, Press Release, Support for organisations and communities, Volunteering

CANConnect grants have been awarded to community groups who are able to demonstrate a positive contribution to improving social engagement in their locality. Wells-next-the-Sea Men’s Shed put their grant to good use in buying their ‘shed’. 

Village Hall Improvement Grants – 100% success rate with CAN!

12 Feb, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Breckland, Broadland, Case Study, Consultation, Funding, Great Yarmouth, Heritage, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, News Article, North Norfolk, Norwich, Planning, doing and learning, Press Release, Rurality, South Norfolk, Sports, play and physical activity, Support for organisations and communities, West Norfolk

There are around 10,000 village halls across England and many are crucially important to local communities, but their upkeep and improvements cost money. 

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