HMRC has worked with the voluntary and community sector to deliver support and access to services for customers the Department finds hardest to reach.  Bids invited from non-profit organisations for funding of between £40,000 and £1million per year, with a maximum set at 50% of your organisation’s turnover (from the last audited accounts). Key Points at a glance: Funding body: HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) Total fund available: £11 million over 3 years (£3.7 million per year) G

Here is what is in store for June... Download your copy at the bottom of the page. The June newsletter includes the following topics: Gwent Regional Partnership Board - Population Needs Assessment at Mecure Hotal 7th July Fast Track UK & Ireland Conference in Cardiff 23rd June Gofod3 is Back Cardiff 17th June Mindfulness Wales Celebration Llanhilleth 12th September Gaer Community Centre Information Day 15th June Elder Abuse Awarenesss Day Online 30th June Pride Month LGBTQ+

Community groups, schools, non-profit organisations and local residents in Newport are being encouraged to apply for funding of up to £5,000 to support projects that deliver lasting impact in their communities. The latest round of the Microsoft Wales Community Fund is now open for applications, offering both financial support and practical resources to help bring new or existing ideas to life. The fund is focused on supporting projects that help build thriving, inclusive and

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 Ju

Latest grants, funding opportunities, and support for Blaenau Gwent community groups and organisations.

GAVO Caerphilly Funding Highlights brings together the latest funding opportunities, grants, and support available for community groups, charities, and voluntary organisations across Caerphilly. Updated regularly, this page aims to help local organisations discover new opportunities to support projects, activities, and community initiatives. This month’s GAVO - Caerphilly Funding Highlights: CONTENTS: Meet the Caerphilly Team Postcode Community Trust Grant Round 2 Comic Relie

Community groups and organisations across Newport are being invited to apply for funding through the Newport Community Endowment Fund, administered by Community Foundation Wales, is dedicated to enhancing education and strengthening communities across the city, supporting projects that sit outside of statutory provision. The programme aims to support initiatives that demonstrate a clear and positive impact on local people. Successful applications will show how their work impr

Across Newport, community groups and charities continue to make a vital difference every day, supporting residents, running services, and bringing people together. But as many organisations will recognise, securing sustainable, long-term funding remains one of the biggest challenges facing the third sector. One funding stream that is often overlooked but holds significant potential is legacy giving. Legacy fundraising, sometimes called “gifts in wills”, gives people the oppor

Our Newport Development Officer will be on hand to meet local groups to provide guidance and support for your group to apply for a wide range of funding opportunities that include National Lottery schemes as well as other local grant schemes available as outlined here - Find local funding schemes closing soon here To find out more simply book your preferred time slots between 10am -3pm on one of the upcoming dates listed, complete the form below the table by clicking on next

The Caerleon Sunshine Community Grant Scheme is now open and inviting applications from groups within Caerleon and those delivering services and projects to its residents. Eligible applicants can receive up to £4000 to fund projects that benefit the local community. About the Grant Funded by profits from the local solar farm, this grant is available to community groups, registered charities, CiCs, CIOs (Not for profit groups), schools and social enterprises that can provide a

Spring is here and everything is waking up! It has been a very busy month so expect a very full Newsletter for April! Download your copy at the bottom of the page. The April newsletter includes the following topics: April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month - Information to share about screenings Free NHS Screening Awareness Sessions Gwent Women's Health Hub News on The National Health Service (Direct Payments) (Wales) Regulations 2026 Meningitis Vaccination Update - Checking y

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 Commu

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 Grant Name Closing Date Information Rosa's Stand with us fund 22/6/26 Rosa’s Stand With Us Fund offers grants of up to £28,000 over 12 months to women’s and girl’s organisations delivering front line services addressing male violence against women and girls in the UK. The funding is available to organisations with an income of between £100,000 and

Across Wales, community groups, charities, social enterprises, and local organisations are working every day to build stronger, more resilient communities. Now, a major new funding opportunity is available to help them take the next step on their sustainability journey. Ynni Cymru, the Welsh Government's programme supporting Smart Local Energy Systems, has launched its 2026–2027 Capital Grant Scheme , offering up to £10 million for projects that cut carbon, lower energy bill

We’re pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Regional Integration Fund (RIF) Third Sector Grants 2026. Delivered by GAVO in partnership with TVA and the Gwent Regional Partnership Board, this funding offers an opportunity for community groups and third sector organisations across Gwent to access grants of up to £20,000. This fund is focused on supporting projects that support work that promotes early intervention and prevention, helping people to stay well

Gwent Regional Partnership Board have agreed to provide a small grant fund through the Further Faster Programme. This scheme is aimed at providing additional funding to community groups and the third sector to support the themes of Early Intervention and Prevention and support people to remain well. Closing Date: Monday 27th April 2026 at noon. This is a short-term fund and all funding must be spent by 31 March 2027. Applications can be made for projects to a maximum of £2

For three decades, Newport Women’s Forum has been championing women across the city supporting their ambitions, recognising their potential and helping them break down barriers. As the Forum celebrates its 30th anniversary, its long‑standing commitment continues through the Annual Bursary, which offers up to £1,500 to women in Newport who want to pursue a personal goal, develop new skills, or bring a project to life. The bursary is open to women aged 18 and over, as well as g

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 6th March 20206, entry is free to all groups on the day with no booking required, just arrive any time between 10-2pm. What are the challenges sporting groups face in Newport? The Active Newport Report , brings together feedback from grassroots sports clubs, community groups and local stakeholders to understand the c

A major funding opportunity has opened for organisations looking to strengthen and innovate within Wales’ volunteering sector. The Volunteering Wales Strategic Grant (VWSG) —now launching its second round for 2025–28—aims to support a small number of ambitious, strategic projects that can improve volunteering at scale across the country. The grant, offering awards between £50,000 and £100,000 for projects lasting up to 18 months, is designed to help organisations test new id

Calling all Monmouthshire-based groups Do you have a project that needs some funding? Our National Lottery Funding Surgery is taking place on Tuesday 28th April at Magor & Undy Hub. National Lottery funding officer, Mike Dupree will be on hand to answer questions about your projects eligibility for an Awards for All Wales or People & Places Lottery grant. And to give information and support, to help you to strengthen your Lottery bids. Appointments are available to discuss ne