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

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 Se

Here is what is in store for September... Download your copy at the bottom of the page. The September newsletter includes the following topics: Topic Page World Alzheimer Month 2 Legislation updates Disclosure and Barring 3 Flu Experience - Call to Action 4 Fibromyalgia Information Course 5 Victim Support - Hate Crime & Anti- Bullying 6 Free Heart Health Event 8 Wellbeing, Suicide, & Bereavement Event 8 Cynefin - Sustainable Communities 9 Priorities for Health Social Care Co

Following the nomination period over the summer the team are pleased to announce the nominees for this years awards, we once again had a huge number of nominations with a number of names being nominated a number of times from within the community, clearly demonstrating the appreciation felt by people for the services provided by groups and individuals across the city. This year’s awards will once again take place at the Holiday Inn at The Coldra on the 15th October, this year

Want to stay up to date with the latest opportunities, events and news from across the voluntary and community sector in Gwent? GAVO's newsletters are designed to help community groups, charities, volunteers and third sector organisations stay informed and connected. Our local newsletters feature: Funding opportunities Volunteering opportunities Training and events Community news and updates Partnership opportunities We also offer Health, Social Care and Wellbeing newsletters

At GAVO, our team brings together people with a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to strengthening communities across Gwent. In this latest staff spotlight, we’re introducing Susanne Maddax, GAVO’s Regional Strategic Lead and Manager of the Newport team, whose career has been shaped by a passion for social justice, equality and partnership working. A long-standing connection with GAVO Susanne joined GAVO in 2003 as one of Wales’s first Health and Social Care Facili

Community groups, charities, schools and organisations supporting children and young people across Gwent are being encouraged to apply for funding through the Tesco Fruit & Veg Grants programme. The programme supports projects that help children and young people access healthy and nutritious food while also improving their physical and mental wellbeing. With increasing numbers of families facing financial pressures, the fund aims to give local organisations the extra support

Following the appointment in of Cllr Debbie Harvey as the city's new mayor earlier this year and the announcement that GAVO Newport, along with St. John Ambulance Cymru Newport Division as the chosen charities for the mayor's term we are keen to share the details of the fundraising activities taking place all of which will help raise funds for the two charities over the coming months. Further details of upcomign events will be listed in the Table below along with posts on our

The latest network event took place at The Hive, a relatively new community space provided by CODI at the bottom of Stow Hill in the City centre. All 25 available spaces were booked for the event from across a wide range of community organisations as shown below to discuss a range of topics at our summer meeting, click the arrow below on each section to read more about the outcomes and next steps from the meeting: Changes to Funding Surgeries Following some insight in the num

Community organisations, charities, social enterprises and grassroots sports groups in Newport are being encouraged to apply for two new funding opportunities designed to support local projects and strengthen communities across the city. Applications are now open and will close on 28 August 2026. The funding from the council is available through: Community Development Grant Scheme – grants from £500 to £30,000, with higher-value requests considered in exceptional circumstance

July has been a busy month for The National Lottery Community Fund with the launch of the new Small Eco Award and a big rise in the limit of the Sustainable Steps Wales - EGIN grant from £15,000 to £35,000. The fund supports community groups in Wales that are taking action on climate change and aiming to live more sustainably, or helping them kick-start their ideas. To be eligible for a grant your group must have received support from the Egin mentoring programme which provid

Who has inspired you? Who can Wales be proud of? The St David Awards recognise and celebrate the exceptional achievements of people from all walks of life in Wales and abroad, nominate now. Nominations close on 23rd October 2026. Each year there are 11 St David Awards, the first 10 of which are nominated for by the public: Business Bravery Community Champion Culture Environment Innovation, Science and Technology Public Service Sport Volunteer Young Person First Minister's Spe

Here is what is in store for August... lots happening over the summer 🌞. Download your copy at the bottom of the page. The August newsletter includes the following topics: Gwent Regional Partnership Board Population Needs Assessment Survey DEEP - Social Care Wales Insights from the third sector - Baromedr Cymru Vaccine Updates - Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Place Based Care Resource Mapping Purpose Sharing Your Experience of NHS Continuing Healthcare DWP - Carers A

Community organisations across Wales that are dedicated to supporting children and young people can now apply for funding through the Principality Building Society Future Generations Fund. Established in partnership with Principality Building Society, the fund aims to create a positive and lasting impact on the lives of children and young people across Wales. Grants of up to £12,500 are available for one year to help organisations strengthen their core services and provide me

Volunteers are the backbone of our communities. Nominating a volunteer or a community group is a great way to show your appreciation. The annual awards, taking place in autumn, will celebrate the incredible work of volunteers in Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly and Newport! Nominations in Blaenau Gwent & Caerphilly close on 7th of August! Newport nominations for Family Champion and Health and Wellbeing Categories only are open until 7th of August! You can nominate as many volunteers

Newly launched Public Health Wales fund to support voluntary organisations across Wales to develop and deliver innovative, community-led approaches to preventing gambling-related harms. Public Health Wales (PHW) has launched the Gambling Harms Prevention: Voluntary Sector Grant Fund, administered by WCVA, to strengthen Wales’ capacity to prevent gambling-related harms through evidence-informed and community-led action. The programme focuses on the social, economic and enviro

Pelvic health issues can affect anyone. This can include issues with; bladder or bowel control, pain, feeling of heaviness or pressure. daily life such as planning activities around availability of toilets, avoiding social situations, exercise etc. Many women do not seek help because of embarrassment, feel uncomfortable discussing with others or because services seem inaccessible or just not sensitive to needs. This workshop for women only, will be delivered by a pelvic heal

For the first time in history, the Tour de France is coming to Wales, and you could be part of this once-in-a-generation sporting event The men's peloton will arrive in Wales on Sunday, July 4, 2027, as the grand finale of the UK Grand Départ. Stage 3 will be a gruelling 223 km route beginning at Powis Castle in Welshpool and finishing in Cardiff, bringing thousands of spectators to communities across Wales. Become a Tour de France Joy Maker To help deliver this world-class e

Your Help Needed Place Based Care Resource Mapping Successful place-based working needs organisations involved in supporting care and wellbeing in the community to work together to provide the right care in the right way. More community-based working will lead to better outcomes for those accessing care and support To help develop a Newport plan for delivering the Place Based Care model in Newport, partners need to understand the workforce paid and unpaid available locally t