The Head of Business & Corporate Services will work closely with the CEO, Deputy CEO and Strategic Managers to drive delivery of the Business/Operational Plan, strengthen organisational performance, support income generation and sustainability, and ensure opportunities, risks and areas of underperformance are identified and acted upon. You will be highly organised, solutions-focused and able to build strong relationships with colleagues, trustees and external partners. With

On the evening of the 15th October the Third Sector Community if Newport came together to celebrate all those nominated at this years volunteering awards. Joined by a number of distinguished guests including Politicians, Council members and members of government the night looks to both highlight the importance the sector plays in supporting local residents and acknowledge groups and individuals who have been nominated by the local community. Following the nomination period ov

“We encourage our member organisations to collaborate, so it’s only right for us to do the same.” – Aimi, CEO of TVA “We are facing the same challenges, so if we work together, we can be a lot stronger.” – Stephen Tiley, CEO of GAVO With collaboration at the heart of both organisations’ work, colleagues from GAVO and TVA came together for a joint development day to share experiences, discuss common challenges and explore opportunities to work more closely together. Getting to

Celebrating the people who make a difference across Monmouthshire The countdown is on! On 21 October, we’ll be celebrating the volunteers, community groups and local champions who dedicate their time, skills and energy to supporting others and improving life across Monmouthshire. The awards celebrate the volunteers, community groups and local champions who dedicate their time, skills and energy to supporting others and improving life across Monmouthshire. The awards are a cha

Organisations from across Newport's third sector are coming together to shape positive change for neurodivergent people. Following discussions at the Newport Third Sector Network meeting in August, a dedicated working group has been established, led by Third Sector forum member Tessa Polniaszek, to contribute to Newport City Council's ongoing work to develop a strategy for a neurodiversity-friendly city, while also exploring a broader vision for a neuroinclusive Newport. The

GAVO Newport is supporting a study with Macmillan Cancer Support to better understand how cancer and food insecurity affect people in Newport. A cancer diagnosis can place significant pressure on finances, making it harder for some people to access affordable, nutritious food. This study will explore these experiences and gather ideas on how Macmillan and local partners can provide better support. All feedback will be anonymised. Get Involved We would like to hear from: Peopl

Cwtch Communities is a Wales-wide grant programme funded by Comic Relief and delivered by WCVA. It has been created to support small, grassroots organisations that play a vital role in strengthening their communities. The programme recognises that meaningful and lasting change often begins at a very local level, where community groups understand the needs of local people and can respond quickly and compassionately. Through grants ranging from £15,000 to £35,000, Cwtch Communi

Join us at V-Fest 2026! The One Beat Voluntary Sector Showcase returns on Wednesday 28 October 2026, from 10.00am to 3.00pm at Blackwood Rugby Club, Glan-yr-Afon Park, Hall Street, Blackwood, NP12 1NY. This free community event is open to everyone and offers a fantastic opportunity to discover the wide range of services, activities and support available across Caerphilly County Borough. Visitors can explore information stands, watch live demonstrations, and purchase products

Here is what is in store for October.. Download your copy at the bottom of the page. The October newsletter includes the following topics: Content Page Number Awareness Month: Breast Cancer, & Menopause 1 What is Menopause 3 Menopause Support 4 Neurodiversity Strategy Consultation 7 Have your say - Health Care future 8 Lysaught Insitute 9 DBS Conference 6th - 7th Oct 10 Scam Prevention - Age Cymru Gwent 11 Learning Disability Wales AGM 22nd Oct 12 Welsh Water Support 13 Cond

Our latest Development Newsletter will be published on this page by the 1st of each month. You can access the newsletter through the link provided below, which will take you to our MailChimp page. There, you can also browse previous editions and choose to subscribe. Subscribers receive the newsletter around five days before it appears here on the GAVO website, giving you an early look at upcoming events, funding opportunities, and other updates for the third sector. In the Oc

Before joining GAVO, Bethan was a primary school teacher. So how did she go from teaching in schools across South Wales and Bristol to supporting volunteers and representing the Third Sector in Monmouthshire? Her journey into the voluntary sector began during the COVID-19 pandemic, when she found herself looking for a different path. She joined Barnardo’s, supporting families through parenting programmes, before eventually finding her way to GAVO. And, as Bethan puts it, she

GAVO Blaenau Gwent Weekly Update brings together the latest community news, events, opportunities, and updates from across the third sector in Blaenau Gwent. From local activities and funding opportunities to training, wellbeing support, and community projects, this page helps keep organisations and residents connected with what’s happening across the county borough.

Our Trailblazer Volunteering officer Gareth, from Blaenau Gwent team joined local partners in Llanhilleth this week for a community litter pick, bringing organisations together to help improve the local environment. The litter pick was organised alongside Keep Wales Tidy and Gwent Wildlife Trust, with Councillor Helen Cunningham, Local Environmental Quality Officer John Mewett, Debbie Cox from Keep Wales Tidy, Angela Thompson-Roach from the health board and local PCSOs also t

Do you run a community group in Gwent that works with young people? The Gwent High Sheriff’s Community Fund is open from the 28th September for applications, offering grants of up to £7,500 – with the exciting possibility of multi-year funding up to £22,500 over a 3 year term. This fund is dedicated to helping young people (aged up to 25) live safer, more positive lives. It supports grassroots projects and initiatives that: Prevention- The fund aims to support projects that

The GAVO Newport team is taking its support directly into the heart of Rogerstone this winter, offering local residents, community groups and voluntary organisations a new opportunity to connect, collaborate and grow. Over recent years, GAVO has identified that some areas of Newport, including Rogerstone, have had lower levels of engagement with the support services available through the organisation. Alongside this, there have been fewer funding enquiries and applications co

Community groups and organisations across Newport are being encouraged to develop projects that support local wildlife and biodiversity through the Newport Local Nature Partnership (LNP) Small Grants Scheme 2026/27. The scheme offers grants ranging from £500 to £4,000 to help create and improve habitats, increase opportunities for nature-based learning and engagement, support species recording, and strengthen ecosystem resilience across Newport. Funded through the Welsh Gover

GAVO Monmouthshire Weekly Burst is your weekly roundup of community news, events, opportunities, and updates from across the third sector in Monmouthshire. From local activities and funding opportunities to volunteering, wellbeing support, and community projects - check back each week to stay connected with what’s happening in your area.

This page has been created to help you and your Recreation/ Sport group have access to all the support GAVO has to offer your group and to accompany the event on 27th October 2026, entry is free to all groups through to help with catering arrangements please book your place. Club Development and Funding Roadshow 📅 Date: Tuesday 27th October 🕙 Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm 📍 Venue: Pillgwenlly Millennium Centre About the Event The Newport Club Development & Funding Roadshow is des

To find out more about any of the schemes click the link in the grants name and complete the short form to receive further details. The list below shows schemes have defined application dates and focus areas. Details of other funding schemes that remain open throughout the year can be found by contacting your local officer Grant Closing Date (dd/mm/yy) Information PHW - Gambling Related Harm 19/10/26 Up to £75k per year for 2 years available per project that helps prevent rel

PAWB Arts CIC was the vision of Hollie Withers, who wanted to bring engaging and immersive arts activities to the local community in Abergavenny through affordable art and design workshops - because art is for everybody. After a successful first year, Hollie wanted to offer people more opportunities to get creative outside of formal classes. How GAVO helped Our community development officer Jo, supported Hollie to explore funding opportunities and put her in touch with the Na

A once neglected outdoor space at The Share Centre on Stow Hill has been transformed into a thriving community garden, creating new opportunities for local people to grow food, learn skills, improve wellbeing and connect with their community. The new Urban Grows initiative, led by Urban Circle Newport, officially opened in August and forms part of the organisation's wider Urban in the Community programme, supported through National Lottery Awards for All funding. The garden w

Community groups, charities, churches, sports clubs and environmental organisations in Newport are being encouraged to apply to the Welsh Church Acts Fund, which provides grants to support projects that benefit local residents. The fund supports a wide range of charitable activities, including education, relief of poverty, health and wellbeing, recreation and leisure opportunities, preservation of Welsh heritage, support for older people, and projects that help people facing

Newport City Council is looking for local organisations, community groups and passionate individuals to host a new series of Climate Cafés across the city – and your group could be one of the first to get involved. Climate change can sometimes feel like a huge challenge, but some of the most powerful conversations start with something much simpler: a cup of tea, a friendly welcome and the chance to connect with others. That's exactly what a Climate Café is all about. A Space