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Support sessions for charity and social enterprise leaders

09 Aug, 2021by Steve NunnEconomy and enterprise, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, Planning, doing and learning, Support for organisations and communities, Training

IVAR (Institute for Voluntary Action Research) is running 90-minute drop-in peer support sessions for groups of 10 charity leaders every week throughout September.

The Desert Rats Association - finding funding for commemoration

21 May, 2021by Steve NunnArts and culture, Case Study, Funding, Heritage, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, Support for organisations and communities

The Desert Rats Association is raising money to build a new memorial to the men and women who have served in the division from 1940 to the modern day. To do that they needed funding, and lead fundraiser Beverley Cooper - a campaigner and fundraiser of many years’ experience and standing -turned to CAN for further advice and direction. 

Charities and community organisations – closing down vs other options: Part 2 - Ashwellthorpe

20 May, 2021by Steve NunnCase Study, Housing, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, South Norfolk, Staying safe and legal, Support for organisations and communities

This is Part 2 of last week's article about other options when Charities and Community Organisations might be considering closing down.  You can read Part 1 here.

FREE 30-mins 1-to-1 advice for West Norfolk VCSE organisations - 14th April

01 Apr, 2021by Steve NunnConsultation, Information, advice and guidance, Members Events, Planning, doing and learning, Support for organisations and communities, West Norfolk

We are offering FREE 30-minute one-to-one advice slots for West Norfolk VCSE organisations on 14th April (a.m.)

Charities and political campaigning – what you need to know in advance of the local elections

01 Apr, 2021by Steve NunnInformation, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, Staying safe and legal

With county and district council elections happening on 6th May 2021, now is a good time to take a close look at what VCSE sector organisations need to know about getting involved in political campaigning. 

Our Covid work with Good Neighbour Schemes & Mutual Aid

17 Mar, 2021by Anonymous (not verified)Older people, Planning, doing and learning, Support for organisations and communities

Over the weekend of the 14th March 2020, we saw several hundred Norfolk communities create new Mutual Aid Groups in response to the pandemic's effect on their communities.

This was our community spirit at its best. A process of forming groups that would normally take several months was accelerated into days. People were coming forward to help, who had never volunteered before. Whatever the legacy of the practical support that was delivered, the simple truth is “you can’t un-meet your neighbour” and this is hugely positive for our communities.

The 2021 Budget – opportunities for the VCSE sector

09 Mar, 2021by Steve NunnConsultation, Economy and enterprise, Information, advice and guidance, Planning, doing and learning

The Small Charities Coalition has scrutinised the recent government budget to highlight some potential opportunities for charities.

Updated guidance: COVID ‘Road Map’ advice relating to village halls and community buildings

04 Mar, 2021by Steve NunnCovid-19 Updates, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, Support for organisations and communities

ACRE has issued new information to help village and community halls get to grips with the latest announcements about the lifting of national lockdown restrictions. 


 

EarlyBird booking for the East of England Village Halls Conference 2021

23 Dec, 2020by Steve NunnEvent, Planning, doing and learning, Support for organisations and communities

Village halls and community buildings are at the heart of our rural and urban communities. 2020 has been a tough year, with lockdown and compulsory closures for all.  However, the Covid-19 pandemic has provided a special opportunity for those involved in running village halls across the East of England to share experiences, ideas, opportunities, and resources.

Free training for frontline staff and volunteers on home energy saving advice

23 Dec, 2020by Steve NunnKnowledge Base, Planning, doing and learning, Training

As Covid-related restrictions continue, not least the extension of furlough, even more people will be having to stay at home and turn on their heating – if they can afford to. Now more than ever it’s important to raise awareness to vulnerable consumers of how to stay warm, how to use less energy, and how to pay less.

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