Newport Carers’ Forum recently brought unpaid Carers from across the city together for a Question Time–style event , giving them the chance to put their priorities and concerns directly to several of the candidates standing in the May 2026 Welsh Senedd elections . Held at The Place , the session focused solely on the experiences and needs of unpaid Carers —from access to support and assessments, to funding pressures, and how each political party plans to recognise and value C

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 in March 20206, entry is free to all groups on the day with no booking required, just arrive any time between 10-2pm. About GAVO Gwent Association of Voluntary Organisations is nearly 100 years old and has been supporting local community clubs and groups to continue to provide the service you do for the local community.

GAVO would like to make you aware that the applications are open for the Carers Support Fund 2026–29 , following Welsh Government’s commitment to continue funding this vital programme.   This is a fantastic opportunity for organisations who support unpaid carers to help make a real difference to those facing financial hardship.   What’s on offer? Funding available: approx. £1.5m Minimum grant size: £20,000 Open to current and new delivery partners Application deadline: 10am

Across Gwent 12 community sports clubs have been awarded £212,178 in funding support to make their clubhouse facilities more sustainable, helping to reduce energy costs and create better environments for everyone who takes part. Thanks to this funding from The Energy Saving grant administered by Sport Wales and funded by the Welsh Government, clubs have been able to complete a wide range of improvements to the non-playing areas, including: Blaenau Gwent Abertillery Bluebirds

📊 Wave 2 of Baromedr Cymru is live between 27 January – 24 February and focuses on volunteering in your organisation. 📝 Take part in Wave 2 – it only takes 15 minutes. It’s the International Year of Volunteering! Nearly 1/3 of adults in Wales volunteer, yet volunteer recruitment remains in the top three concerns for 30% of the organisations we surveyed in Wave 1. Meanwhile, a new Home Office policy proposal suggests volunteering could help migrants ‘earn’ the right to live

Warm Hubs are back this winter! Looking for a cosy, welcoming space to connect with others, stay warm, and access support? Warm Hubs are here to help. These community-led spaces offer a friendly environment where you can drop in, enjoy a hot drink, take part in activities, and get advice or support—all free of charge. Whether you're popping in for a chat or joining a craft session, there's something for everyone. What is a Warm Hub? Warm Hubs (sometimes called Warm Banks, Cos

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 , giving you an early look at upcoming events, funding opportunities, and other updates for the third sector. In the February edition: W

Download your copy of the January newsletter looking at the following topics: Dementia News; Get involved with the dementia strategy . Dementia Hubs Launch for Gwent. Cwmpas - Social Leaders Cymru - Regional Networking event in Newport on the 29 January, 10am – 12.30pm at the Lysaght Institute Stay Warm and Connected Calls to action for support groups COPD, Cancer, or Menopause - 19 Hills Health and Wellbeing Centre would love to hear from you. Helpful links; Funding, Suppo

For many, a train journey is a simple part of daily life. However, for those living with disabilities or facing other travel barriers, navigating a station or boarding a carriage can feel like a daunting challenge. To bridge this gap, Transport for Wales (TfW), with funding from the Welsh Government, is offering the ‘Confidence to Travel’ initiative. This program is designed to help organisations and community groups empower the people they represent, boosting their independe

Community and third sector organisations in Gwent are being invited to apply for funding to deliver short break opportunities for unpaid carers  through the Carers Trust Short Breaks Scheme . Backed by Welsh Government funding, the scheme will run from October 2026 to March 2029  and aims to improve carers’ wellbeing, resilience and quality of life by giving them a meaningful break from their caring role. How much funding is available in your area? Funding is allocated by loc

Newport Better Connected Community Activity Development Project - Small Grants is for groups who can support with Health, Social Care and Wellbeing at a very local level in Newport.   The grant is provided by ABUHB to be distributed in partnership by GAVO in the Newport Area.    The purpose of this small grant scheme is to support local community groups to provide social or wellbeing activities, advice and support. Community groups will be given the opportunity to apply for l

We believe that community organisations are key to improving cancer outcomes. These groups understand the changing needs of their communities and bring skills, knowledge and creativity to help tackle the challenges that affect them. By strengthening their influence across the healthcare system, you can help build a future where cancer care is more inclusive and person-centred.    To support this, Macmillan are launching the Macmillan CARE (Culture • Agency • Respect • Equity)

Meet Newport’s elected Forum members Check out our guide to setting up a community group Funding News - Welsh Government Capital Grant Pilot fund Read the latest updates from our Health, Social Care & Wellbeing team Climate Resilience Communities Workshop - 15th Jan 2026 Join the Local Access Forum Funding Surgeries to restart on the 23rd January Make volunteering your New Year’s resolution Promote the great work you're doing during #Porthour Open Table Consultation - Arts fo

📆 Date: Monday, 19th January 🕒 Time:  11:00 AM – 3:00 PM 📍 Location:  Online via Zoom Inside Out Cymru invites you to an Open Table consultation to explore how arts and creative activities can support wellbeing in communities across Gwent. This is an informal, welcoming space for anyone interested in culture, health, wellbeing, or community development. Whether you’re a community group, support worker, partner organisation, or local resident, your voice matters. What to E

Newport City Council is restarting the Local Access Forum (LAF)  and is keen to hear from residents and community groups who value and support public access to land for open-air recreation . This is a fantastic opportunity to have your say  on how people can access and move around Newport, in line with the Countryside and Rights of Way Act (CROW) and help ensure everyone benefits from being outdoors. What is the Local Access Forum? The Forum advises Newport City Council, Nat

Date:  Thursday, 15 January 2026 Time:  10:00 AM Location:  Newport Civic Centre, Godfrey Road, NP20 4UR Why Attend? Climate change is already shaping the way we live, work, and plan for the future. The Climate Resilience Communities Workshop  is your chance to influence how Gwent responds to these challenges. This in-person workshop  will: Sense-check emerging findings  from the Gwent Climate Change Risk Assessment (CCRA). Gather evidence on community perceptions of combined

Download your copy of the Winter newsletter looking at the following topics: Macmillan Care Grants up to £1.5 million is available, with grants ranging from £50,000 to £150,000.  The fund is open now and closes on 23 January 2026.  Welsh Government are inviting applications from Community Food Organisations in Wales who provide free or low-cost emergency food and essential household items to individuals and families experiencing food poverty. This pilot grant programme offer

The Dementia Hub can be found in the foyer of the Riverfront Theatre. It offers vital information, support, and a friendly point of contact for anyone with a dementia query, memory concern, or anyone affected by dementia.   The Hub is available all week but is staffed Monday to Friday, 10-2pm . Feel free to drop in and have a chat — whether you need support or simply a friendly conversation the team are on hand to help.   If you’d like to check when a Dementia Adviser is at t

The Welsh Government is inviting applications from Community Food Organisations in Wales who provide free or low-cost emergency food and essential household items to individuals and families experiencing food poverty. This pilot grant offers capital  funding to help people using these services to become digitally confident .     The pilot focuses on building capacity for devices and/or connectivity in local settings which support wider outcomes for people who use these ser

Zoë Paterson has recently joined the Newport team at GAVO as the Health, Social Care and Wellbeing Partnership Officer and supporting Susanne within the role here in Newport. Zoë is a community-focused environmental advocate with a deep passion for sustainability, creativity, and place-based action. Zoë volunteers locally with Greening Maindee  as a gardener and co-runs Jean Genies, a textile group that promotes sustainable fashion, creative reuse, and wellbeing. She also sup