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

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

Dates:  27–29 March 2026 Location:  Tŷ Newydd Writing Centre, Llanystumdwy, Gwynedd Application Deadline:  12:00 noon, Wednesday 3 December 2025 Literature Wales, in partnership with Disability Arts Cymru , is thrilled to announce the return of its acclaimed programme Reinventing the Protagonist . This unique opportunity invites Deaf and/or Disabled and/or Neurodiverse writers based in Wales to join a residential creative writing retreat, followed by online one-to-one tutoria

Are you a community group or voluntary organisation in Newport tackling food poverty? You could be eligible for a grant of £1,000 to £6,000  through the Direct Food Support Fund 2025 , funded by the Welsh Government and administered by Newport City Council. This grant supports projects that aim to: Increase access to good quality food Strengthen community food initiatives Address the root causes of food poverty 🧩 Examples of eligible ideas include: Purchasing culturally appr

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

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;

*Bookings have now closed for this event After a few months break we will be back at The Place with our last Network session of the year. These sessions are open to Third sector organisation based in or working in the County boundary of Newport. Sessions are designed to serve and support the Voluntary sector's needs as we continue to highlight and support the work they do. Agenda for Novembers session: Newport Forum members election Introduction to our new staff members Works

YnNi Teg is moving forward with the feasibility stage of Wales’ first community renewable energy project, using a virtual power plant (VPP) approach. The proposed project, Project NUR , aims to explore how solar panels and home battery systems could one day be offered to residents in Cardiff and Newport at no upfront cost, to help lower household electricity bills. To get the most benefit from the solar panels and batteries, they would be connected into a wider community netw

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 Voluntary Organisations (GAVO), the event was a heartfelt tribute to the people who give their time, energy, and compassion to make our communities stronger. A Night of Inspiration This year’s awards

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.

Are you part of a community group or third sector organisation working to make Gwent safer, fairer, and more resilient? The Police & Crime Commissioner’s (PCC) Community Fund  is now open for applications, offering grants from £1,000 to £50,000  to support projects that align with the priorities of the Police, Crime and Justice Plan. This fund is designed to support initiatives such as: Youth outreach and mentoring programmes Community safety and anti-social behaviour prevent

“This is where the fun begins.”  – Anakin Skywalker, Revenge of the Sith To celebrate the installation of a brand-new cinema screen , Newport Live is inviting community groups to host their very own free film screening  at The Riverfront! Whether your chosen film reflects your group’s work, cultural heritage, or simply brings people together for a shared experience, this is your chance to enjoy the magic of the movies — “Because, after all, tomorrow is another day.”  ( Gone w

Wales is preparing to celebrate St David’s Day 2026 in a bigger and more inclusive way than ever before. To support this, the Welsh Government has launched a Pilot Support Fund  aimed at helping communities, creatives, and organisations bring their ideas to life. Applications are now open and will close at midday on 14 November 2025 . Successful projects will take place between 16 February and 6 March 2026 , aligning with the national celebration period. What’s the Fund About

Third sector organisations can apply for GAVO’s Further Faster Small Grant Scheme, funded by the Welsh Government. Focus: Early Intervention & Prevention.

The Landfill Disposals Tax Communities Scheme (LDTCS) is a Welsh Government grant programme managed by WCVA. It supports community-led...

Do you run a community group in Gwent that works with young people? The Gwent High Sheriff’s Community Fund  is now open for...

The Welsh Government has opened applications for its Equality and Inclusion Grant Programme , a funding initiative designed to support...

Th e Community Facilities Programme is a capital grant scheme from the Welsh Government designed to support the improvement of community...

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

Latest News Download your copy of the Autumn newsletter looking at the following topics: Grants-Volunteering £30,000 and Suicide and Self...

The National Lottery Community Fund has launched Meithrin Natur , a major funding programme aimed at improving the health and wellbeing...

Deadline: 8th December 2025 Cash4Clubs is a small grants scheme offering £2,000 to 250 grassroots sports clubs and community...