On the 6th of November we held the annual Blaenau Gwent Volunteer Awards at Llanhilleth Miners Institute. It was a really motivational night, full of stories of the wonderful work done by volunteers in our communities. Well done to all of our winners, you are all super stars! Category Winner Community Advocate Lesley Ford – Glyncoed Community Group Community Advocate Emma Hinchcliffe – (Supporting learning disabilities) Environmental Rassau Repair Café (Luke Manson

As the autumn leaves fall and we approach the end of the year, this month's newsletter is packed with updates, awareness campaigns, funding and opportunities to get involved across Newport and the wider Gwent area. This month, we’re spotlighting Mouth Cancer Awareness, Menopause Care, Dementia Action Planning, and more. Whether you're a professional, carer, or community member, there’s something here for everyone in this November issue Download below;

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Awards, continue to read on below about last year's nominations ahead of making your nomination for this years award via the button below 2025 Awards recap Newport Comes Together to Celebrate Local Heroes at the GAVO Volunteering Awards 2025 On 22nd October, Newport was buzzing with pride as the city came together to celebrate its incredible volunteers at the GAVO Newport Volunteering Awards 2025. Hosted by the Gwent Association of Volunt

The Monmouthshire Volunteers Awards held on 15th October at the Gateway Church in Abergavenny proved to be yet another resounding success.

The GAVO Caerphilly Annual Volunteer Awards evening, held at Blackwood Rugby Club on Tuesday, 7th October, was a resounding success, warmly received by all who attended.

We’re pleased to share a series of monthly Q&A drop-in sessions with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). These informal workshops...

Are you aged 14–25 and passionate about making a difference in Blaenau Gwent? We’re looking for Youth Panel Members to help decide which...

YOUTH VOLUNTEERS FUND Here are some fantastic projects that have been funded by the Youth Volunteer's Fund ... are you a young person or...

Great to see young volunteers from Blaenau Gwent Youth Service supporting the Abertillery Aspiration Group and Abertillery and...

Find resources for Volunteers' Week each year HERE: Volunteers' Week Last week the Monmouthshire team celebrated Volunteers' week by...

After graduating from university and navigating the uncertainties of post-pandemic life, Frank McQuillan found himself searching for...

" Photos: Kamila J Photography " GAVO supported Newport Girlguiding with their Keep Wales Tidy ‘Big Spring Clean’ campaign by matching...

Newport Third Sector Network – June gathering Date: Tuesday, 3rd June Time: 1:00 – 3:00 PM Location: The Place, Newport Following the...

Volunteers are the heartbeat of Newport’s voluntary sector. Their time, energy, and commitment are essential to the success of countless local organisations that make a real difference in our community every day. To support both individuals aged 14+ interested in volunteering and the organisations that rely on them, we're excited to introduce our Monthly Volunteering Surgery — a space for connection, guidance, and action that will start in 2026. 📍 When & Where? Join us ever

The Welsh Government and WCVA are co-creating a new approach to volunteering in Wales, with a progressive Vision to drive it. This will...

Thank you to the Blaenau Gwent Youth Panel for their work with the allocation of Cash4U funding to the youth led groups who applied for...

Six Bells Tennis needs support to run the kiosk Monday to Friday 3pm to 5pm. Tasks include selling drinks and snacks. In return they are...

Unlock New Opportunities Through Volunteering Keep a lookout for our poster to sign up to volunteering in your local area. Tag us on GAVO...

Welcome to the official landing page for our "Strength in the Third Sector" event, taking place on March 26, 2025 . Spaces are limited,...

Single Parents Well-being Group is a Community Interest Company that provides events and community for single parent families. They have...