This summer, communities across the UK are coming together for something special—and you’re invited. From 5–8 June 2026, The Big Lunch and The Big Help Out are teaming up for one big weekend of friendship, food, fun and action. It’s a chance for all of us - neighbours, volunteers, community groups and organisations - to come together, connect, and make a difference locally. At GAVO, we see every day how powerful community action can be. This weekend is a chance to be part of

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

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 April edition: Join

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

Welcome to the homepage of Newport's Third Sector Network, the Network exists to help facilitate conversations, connections, shared learning and partnership within the Third sector working in Newport. Meetings typically take place each quarter and are open to any third sector organisation based in or serving Newport residents. Further details of upcoming sessions and notes from previous meetings can be found below. Third Sector Network events The next Network event will take

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 A B Charitable Trust - Grants 24/4/26 Open to Charities with an annual income between £150,000 - £1.5m, £30000 is available to organisations that support work promoting Human Dignity and human rights of the most marginalised and excluded people. Coastal Capacity Building Fund 24/4/26 Minimum value of £20k to su

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

Uskside Amateur Radio are a Newport community group that uses amateur radio technology to support visually impaired people—and their journey began with guidance from GAVO. The group had long been passionate about radio communication and wanted to create an accessible, confidence‑building activity for people with sight loss. However, they were unsure where to find the right funding or how to develop the idea into a structured project. Through GAVO’s community development suppo

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

GAVO is delighted to share an exciting opportunity for adult community groups across Newport, Caerphilly and Torfaen  to take part in Voices for the Future  — a creative heritage project led by the National Literacy Trust  and funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund . This inspiring initiative celebrates the powerful legacy of the Newport Rising and the wider Chartist movement, whose struggle for democratic rights helped shape modern Britain. Now, local people are being

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

Download your copy of the March newsletter looking at the following topics: The Growing Space Rainbow Connector Project. Support for Carers supporting someone who is neurodiverse - March 17th 10.00am-12.00pm The Mental Health and Wellbeing Show 2026 May 15, 2026 from 8 am to 4 pm. Collaborative legal approaches to social change - Webinar Thursday 19 March,10:00-12:00 Your Voice Your Decision – Lasting Power of Attorney Campaign Engagement Event - Gwent Regional Partnership B

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

The Senedd election on Thursday 7 May 2026  will bring one of the biggest overhauls to Wales’s voting system since the Senedd was formed. With a new electoral model, redrawn constituencies and updated rules on how Members of the Senedd (MSs) are elected, communities across Newport will notice significant changes at the ballot box. This article breaks down what’s changing, how it affects local voters and how community organisations can play an active role in supporting your me

The way you apply for National Lottery funding through the Be Active Wales Fund has changed in recent years. Instead of applying all year-round, you will be able to apply during specific windows to make sure that all applicants are given the highest standards of customer service. Window one has opened today, so your club can apply for grant funding for on-field improvements such as equipment, coaching courses, venue hire and more to help you get more people playing. There wil

Community organisations across Gwent have two key opportunities to apply for financial support through the Police and Crime Commissioner’s (PCC) Community Partnership Fund  and Community Engagement Fund . Both initiatives are designed to empower local groups, strengthen community cohesion, and help deliver the priorities set out in the Police, Crime and Justice Plan. Community Partnership Fund: Supporting Grassroots Community Safety Work The Community Partnership Fund  offers

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