@yorkcvs.bsky.social
We are a independent charity supporting and championing York's Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector with training, events, funding, development and representation.
Today we join others around the world to raise awareness of mental health and the importance of support for everyone, everywhere. Learn more about the Good Mental Health Project's work here in York this #MentalHealthAwarenessDay
https://yorkcvs.org.uk/thegoodmentalhealthproject/
Graphic promoting an online public meeting on online crime and cyber fraud hosted by York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority. There is an image of Jo Coles, Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime.
On Thursday 16 October, Jo Coles, Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime will host her online public meeting “Your Police Service, Your Say”.
Residents of York and North Yorkshire are invited to join the online public meeting.
Find out more: https://ow.ly/Wtrm50X93mk
Every year, charities miss out on £560m in unclaimed Gift Aid tax relief. Help us and them to claim more and do more. When you donate, remember to #TickTheBox! Ticking the Gift Aid box takes seconds, but it can make a lifetime of difference to others.
#GiftAidAwarenessDay
Person pouring fresh apple cider into small plastic cups next to a wooden fruit press and sliced apples on a table.
Celebrate York’s harvest season at St Nicks Autumn Fayre!
📅 Sat 11 Oct, 1–5pm | St Nicks Environment Centre
Live music, apple pressing, crafts, stalls & family fun.
Free entry.
https://yorkcvs.org.uk/st-nicks-autumn-fayre-an-annual-tradition-celebrating-yorks-most-fruitful-season/
#StNicks #York
Wooden blocks spelling Q & A under Community Mental Health Transformation Grant Programme 2 logo for York's VCSE sector.
Do you have questions about applying for the Community Mental Health Transformation Grant Programme 2?
Come along to our free online drop-in Q&A on Monday 13 October from 11am.
Grant deadline: 22 Oct
Book your place now: https://ow.ly/AkWt50X4htR
#YorkFunding @CityofYork
A poster displaying information for the Spray Paint Workshops. Images show participants using spray paint to create vibrant street art on a brick wall during a community workshop event.
A poster displaying information for the Spray Paint Workshops. Images show participants using spray paint to create vibrant street art on a brick wall during a community workshop event.
Join in at the Spray Paint Workshops at Yor Community Wellbeing Hub
Create art, share ideas and meet with the team!
Wednesday 8 October
2pm – 4pm – Drop-in session for people who access and work at the Wellbeing Hub
4:30pm – 6:30pm – Open workshop for anyone aged 16+
Signpost with 'Facts' and 'Myths' points left and right, next to text debunking the myth that funding lasts one year, clarifying grants support two years of delivery under the Community Mental Health Transformation Grant.
🚫 Myth: Funding is for one year only
✔ Fact: Grants are for 2 years’ delivery
This fund is designed to give projects the time and stability to make a real difference. Successful applicants can receive up to £40,000 over two years.
#YorkGrants #CommunityMentalHealthTransformationGrant
Event announcement for Prof Adeeba Malik CBE DL speaking on Sunday, October 5th, 2-4 PM at York Mosque.
Join York Interfaith Group at York Mosque on 5 Oct, 2pm–4pm, for a special event with Prof. Adeeba Malik CBE, DL. Sharing her journey to becoming the first ethnic minority woman High Sheriff for West Yorkshire.
Find out more: https://ow.ly/RQoh50X3vUm
Graphic showing myth versus fact: only big charities can apply is false; small community groups, social enterprises, and larger charities are all welcome to apply for the Community Mental Health Transformation Grant.
🚫 Myth: “Only big charities can apply.”
✔ Fact: Small community groups, social enterprises and larger charities are all welcome.
If you meet the criteria, you could receive up to £40k over two years to support mental health and wellbeing.
https://ow.ly/ciQm50X4hot
#YorkFunding #VCSEYork
Golden heart-shaped balloons cluster beside text celebrating York's outstanding trustees with a call to nominate a trustee on a blue and teal background.
Know a trustee who goes above and beyond? Nominate them for a chance to enjoy Afternoon Tea at The Grand, York. 🍰
Submit by 13 Oct, 12 noon: https://yorkcvs.org.uk/nominations-are-open-to-celebrate-yorks-outstanding-trustees-with-a-special-afternoon-tea/
#YorkTrustees #TrusteesWeek
Logo of St Leonard's Hospice with the words 'The Breathing Space' in blue on a gradient blue and white background with yellow sunflower graphics.
The Breathing Space – a new support group from @stleonardshospice.bsky.social – is here to support adults with life-limiting lung conditions, along with their families and carers.
Sessions run monthly, alternating between in-person and online.
Find out more: yorkcvs.org.uk/introducing-...
Do you know a trustee who goes above and beyond and deserves a well earned treat?
Nominate a trustee to attend an afternoon tea celebration at The Grand York to mark Trustees’ Week 3–7 November 2025!
Find out more - yorkcvs.org.uk/nominations-...
WEBINAR: County lines - what's happening locally?
Join us on 8 October, 10am - 11am for a VCSE webinar delivered by North Yorkshire Police. We'll cover what we need to look out for when supporting our members and how we can access support.
Book your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/vcse-webin...
Picture of 3 people's hands embracing. Wording says what does a good mental health service look like? Come and share your experiences and ideas. Join Healthwatch York and Rachael Maskell MP.
An invitation to people in York - join us for a meeting with @rachaelmaskell.bsky.social to talk about the future of mental health services. Thursday 2 October at Priory Street Centre, 1.30-3.30pm.
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Image of two women sat having a cupf of tea - text reads Community Mental Health Transformation Grant - Funding now open
If you have questions about applying for the Community Mental Health Transformation Grant Programme 2, join our online drop-in session on Tuesday 16 September, 11:30am-12:15pm to learn more about applying to the fund and what support is available.
Book your place here: bit.ly/CMHTF_info_s...
FUND ALERT: The Community Mental Health Transformation Grant: Programme 2 is now open!
Up to £40k over 2 years to support mental health and wellbeing.
Apply by 22 Oct, 12pm.
yorkcvs.org.uk/community-me...
#YorkGrants #VCSEsupport #CommunityMentalHealthTransformationGrant
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We have two new opportunities to join the team at York CVS.
Volunteer Centre Coordinator (£27,182 pro rata)
Operations Manager (£31,111)
These roles help us support York’s voluntary, community and social enterprise sector.
Learn more and apply: yorkcvs.livevacancies.co.uk#/
#VCSE #YorkJobs
What are my rights when it comes to healthcare in the UK? Refugees and people seeking asylum are entitled to NHS care. It becomes more complicated if your application for asylum has been refused. Some types of healthcare are free to everyone, and you can access them regardless of your immigration status.
Refugees and people seeking asylum are entitled to NHS care. Read our advice article to find out how refugees can access NHS care and what services they're entitled to. bit.ly/456gE7T
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2025 Dementia Guide by Healthwatch York featuring images of community support, care partners, and social activities for dementia patients and carers.
New dementia guide from Healthwatch York now online. Info for people with dementia and carers in York. #York #DementiaSupport #Carers
www.healthwatchyork.co.uk/wp-content/u...
@healthwatchyork.bsky.social
Text reads: Let's help small charities make an even bigger impact. #SmallCharityWeek. There is a green megaphone illustration an the Small Charity Week logo.
This week, we celebrate every small charity across York. Your work strengthens communities, makes vital connections and creates positive change.
York CVS is here to support you with funding, volunteering, training and more.
Learn how: www.yorkcvs.org.uk
#SmallCharityWeek #YorkVCSE
FUND ALERT: The Digital Inclusion Grant is closing Monday 30 June 2025
Funding is open for community-led digital inclusion projects in York and North Yorkshire to develop Digital Hubs within your community.
Learn more: yorknorthyorks-ca.gov.uk/project/digi...
#DigitalInclusion #FundingOpportunity
There's still time to book your place at next week's info session with the National Lottery Community Fund - 17 June, 10am-12pm, @priorystreetcentre.bsky.social
Make sure you book your free one to one session too - www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-nation...
Safeguarding Week is happening next week from 16–20 June 2025 with the theme 'Safeguarding is everyone's business'. Explore training, events and resources to support safer, inclusive communities.
Find out more: www.yorkcvs.org.uk/safeguarding...
Text reads: Wellbeing Activity Facilitator. Yoga / meditation instructors for Kyra Women's Project. Unique volunteering opportunity in York. York Volunteers
Make a difference at local organisation Kyra Women's Project and volunteer your yoga/meditation skills in their latest opportunity: www.yorkcvs.org.uk/.../wellbein...
#YorkVolunteers #VolunteersWeek
The image shows railway tracks, and the text box text reads: Unique volunteering opportunity in York. Miniature Railway Driver at the National Railway Museum. The York Volunteers logo is featured in the bottom right.
Ever wanted to drive a miniature train? You can!
Find out more about this unique volunteering role: www.yorkcvs.org.uk/volu.../mini...
#YorkVolunteers #VolunteersWeek
@yorkvolunteers.bsky.social
Meet our Volunteer Centre Manager, Jonny! This week we’ll be sharing the latest volunteering opportunities here in #York. We’ll also be sharing more information about how our Volunteer Centre team can support your organisation with everything volunteer management!
www.yorkcvs.org.uk/volunteers-w...
Image shows a group of people sat at a table with laptops, phones and drinks. The text reads: Onine support drop-in session: Digital Inclusion Programme Grant Fund. Find out more about the new fund and access support. There is a collection of logos for: York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority, North Yorkshire Council, City of York Council, York CVS, Community First Yorkshire.
Join the Digital Inclusion Grant Programme webinar on 29 May, 6.00pm–7.00pm.
Ask questions and learn more about the fund.
Book at bit.ly/DIWebinarYork
Applications to the fund close 30 June.
#YorkVCSE #DigitalInclusion #CommunityFunding
Text reads: Bank holiday opening and closing times. Our offices will close at: 4.30pm on Friday 23 May 2025 and will reopen at: 8.30am on Tuesday 27 May 2025. York CVS and Priory Street Centre
Please note that our offices at the Priory Street Centre will close for the May Bank Holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, 27 May at 8:30am.
We hope you have a pleasant break!
#BankHoliday
Text reads Join our team. We are hiring a Social Prescribing Manager, Apply now
We're hiring a Social Prescribing Manager to lead VCSE delivery in the York Frailty Hub – supporting people to stay well and independent.
Apply by Mon 26 May 2025:
🔗 yorkcvs.livevacancies.co.uk#/job/details/7
#YorkJobs #VCSE #HealthAndCare
Image shows a birdseye view of a table where people are at with laptop, phones and drinks. The text reads Funded by UK Government. Online support drop in sessions. Digital Inclusion Programme Grant Fund. Find out more about the new fund and access support. There are logos for York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority, North Yorkshire Council, City of York Council, York CVs, Community First Yorkshire.
Live webinar happening TOMORROW: Want to learn more about the Digital Inclusion Grant Programme? Join us tomorrow online:
Tuesday 20 May: 2.00pm - 3.00pm
Book here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/online-dro...
