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Want to connect with other Norfolk VCSEs? Join the CANversation!

08 Jul, 2026by Clare FianderSupport for organisations and communities, VCSE Sector Leadership Group

We are thrilled to be piloting a Connect & Spark Community.  Once a month, community members are given emails of introduction to another community member to spark a conversation.  This means that you can connect with voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) colleagues new and old, in a timeframe that suits you. 

Measuring the Value of the Sector

02 Jun, 2026by Clare FianderCase Study, North Norfolk, Reports & Evidence, Support for organisations and communities

The voluntary, community, and social enterprise sector is really diverse, and the thing that unites us is that we are all founded and centred on doing good – whatever our objects.  A huge challenge with this is demonstrating to other sectors (and sometimes ourselves) the value of what we do.  

A lesson from history – Enclosures and Poor’s Lands in Norfolk

21 May, 2026by Steve NunnEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Heritage, Knowledge Base, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities

More than 480 Poor’s Lands or Poor’s Allotments still exist across Norfolk today, and they help with grants for household repairs and appliances, education, hospital transport and financial support. 

Starting your Community Building's Green Journey Right!

13 Mar, 2026by Clare FianderSupport for organisations and communities

Lots of our community buildings want to improve their energy effiiciency.  This can be because they need to reduce their energy costs, or because they want to improve the environment - or both! We also know this can be a confusing journey to start out on.  Finding the right solution, or getting trustworthy advice can be difficult, grants funds are competitive, and it can be hard to know where to start.  If this sounds familiar, don't worry, we are here to help!

Good News for Rural Affordable Housing

01 Aug, 2025by Caitlin MackayHousing, News Article, Support for organisations and communities

There’s been a positive announcement from the government about the future of social and affordable housing. Their new plan, Delivering a Decade of Renewal, recognises that some types of housing like homes in rural areas, supported housing, council-built homes, and community-led schemes, can cost more to build, but are still hugely important. 
 

Helping Norfolk’s Community Buildings Go Greener

30 Jul, 2025by Caitlin MackayEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Planning, doing and learning, Support for organisations and communities

There’s no shortage of passion in Norfolk’s community buildings when it comes to tackling climate change, but knowing how and where to start can be a real challenge. Many are run by volunteers, rely on tight budgets, and serve rural or low income areas where every penny counts. 

Digital Inclusion Action Plan

31 Mar, 2025by Caitlin MackayConsultation, Support for organisations and communities

In an era where digital connectivity is integral to daily life, the UK government has introduced the Digital Inclusion Action Plan: First Steps, aiming to bridge the digital divide and ensure equitable access to technology for all citizens. ​

Ørsted’s Spring 2025 Community Benefit Funds Newsletter is now available!

31 Mar, 2025by Caitlin MackayInformation, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, Support for organisations and communities

Ørsted’s Spring 2025 Community Benefit Funds Newsletter is now available!

Let’s Make a Film Together – Join Us for a Filmmaking Workshop in Norwich or Dereham!

20 Feb, 2025by Caitlin MackayPlanning, doing and learning, Support for organisations and communities

Have you noticed the power of storytelling? Ever wondered how films are made, or wanted to try your hand at creating one? Here’s your chance!

Worried about energy costs? Here’s how to be in the know

05 Sep, 2024by Caitlin MackayEnergy Prices, Support for organisations and communities

Under the new energy price cap, average energy bills will be £1,568 a year - a reduction of 7% compared to the previous price cap. That’s good news, right? Except that standing charges will increase by 10%. And, despite these lower prices, typical bills will still be almost 30% higher than in winter 2021-22.

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