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We are a independent charity supporting and championing York's Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector with training, events, funding, development and representation.
Stacked gold coins next to text about March 2026 training on funding and sustainability for York's VCSE sector.
Join our free funding and sustainability training for York’s VCSE sector.
10 March, 1.00pm – Writing successful funding applications
13 March, 10.00am – Bidding for public sector contracts (online session)
23 March, 2.00 pm – Accounting for CICs
https://yorkcvs.org.uk/york-cvs-training-and-events/
March 2026 training announcement on governance and trustee development for York's VCSE sector with key topics listed and a notebook with pencil image.
Free training for York’s VCSE sector this March (Priory Street Centre, York).
These sessions will support trustees and senior leaders to strengthen governance, understand financial and risk responsibilities, and build effective, diverse boards.
https://yorkcvs.org.uk/york-cvs-training-and-events/
People engaging at tables during the York Volunteering Fair 2025 at Priory Street Centre, promoting local volunteer opportunities.
Thinking about trying something new this year?
The York Volunteering Fair 2026 is a great chance to meet local charities, ask questions and explore different volunteering roles in one place.
Everyone is welcome.
Find out more : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1978400479090?aff=oddtdtcreator
York CVS is hiring a Social Prescriber, inviting candidates to join their team with an apply now button.
Job opportunity: Social Prescribing Link Worker
Provide one-to-one, person-centred support to help people address non-clinical needs and improve their health and wellbeing.
30 hrs | £29,179 (pro rata)
Apply by: 3 March 2026
https://yorkcvs.livevacancies.co.uk/#/job/details/18
York CVS is hiring a Social Prescriber, inviting candidates to join their team with an apply now button.
Job opportunity: Social Prescribing Link Worker
Provide one-to-one, person-centred support to help people address non-clinical needs and improve their health and wellbeing.
30 hrs | £29,179 (pro rata)
Apply by: 3 March 2026
https://yorkcvs.livevacancies.co.uk/#/job/details/18
Free practical training available in March 2026 for York's VCSE sector, with limited places to book now.
Free practical training for York’s VCSE sector this March. Trustee development, funding, impact reporting, presentation skills and community wealth building.
View all sessions and book here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/york-cvs-26259977045
#YorkVCSE #VCSEsupport
Looking to make a difference in your local community?
Join us at the York Volunteering Fair 2026 to meet local charities and community groups, explore a wide range of opportunities and find a role that suits you.
Fint out more: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1978400479090?aff=oddtdtcreator
Ramadan Mubarak message from NHS York promoting health and wellbeing during Ramadan with a QR code for virtual health tips.
The NHS in York has shared a helpful online resource to support your health and wellbeing during Ramadan, with practical tips on fasting, sleep, hydration and looking after yourself and others.
If you’re observing Ramadan you may find this useful: https://www.virtualhealthassistant.co.uk/ramadan/
Yellow background with text 'York Parents’ Survey Your Voice Matters' and toddlers playing with toys in the corner.
Have your say in the York Parents’ Survey. Your feedback will help shape future support and services for families across the city. Open until 31 March 2026. You could also win a £50 Love2shop voucher.
https://yorksj.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6M8Dac2fpwG7TU2
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The Mayor of York and North Yorkshire plans to bring healthcare services closer to communities in a bid to increase capacity in the NHS and boost high streets.
Read more: https://yorkcvs.org.uk/mayor-to-bring-health-services-to-the-high-street/
Bright yellow banner announcing a Special York Talk Money Advice Event on 11 February 2026 at Morrisons, Foss Islands Road, York.
Special York Talk Money Advice Event
Join the team on Wednesday 11 February, 1.30pm – 4.30pm at Morrisons Supermarket, Foss Islands Road, York YO31 7UR for a Talk Money campaign drop-in session.
You’ll be able to access practical advice, helpful resources, and free giveaways!
Free training offer for developing essential digital skills with various technology icons on a blue background.
A range of Digital Inclusion sessions are running across York & North Yorks this Feb and March. Open to everyone, these workshops cover safeguarding, mental health, coaching and more.
https://ow.ly/vTsk50Y8atf
Funded by York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority via the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Crowded stands at York Racecourse with horses racing on the track during a community partnership event.
York Racecourse is offering two York-based charities or community groups £1,000, a Racecourse bucket collection and discounted venue hire as part of its 2026 Local Community Partnership Scheme.
Find out more: https://ow.ly/YBvP50Y84ek
#YorkVCSE #FundingOpportunity #YorkRacecourse
FUNDING ALERT: Apply for up to £10k through York St John University’s Community Research Grants 2026.
The programme supports community-led issues by pairing successful applicants with academic researchers.
Apply by noon on 27 March 2026.
https://ow.ly/cfXP50Y8260
Bright yellow background with bold text stating York Talk Money starts from 2 to 13 February 2026 to assist you.
We’re supporting York Talk Money Campaign this February encouraging everyone to get involved and small changes can help make every penny count - save smart, live better. in #YorkTalkMoney. Talking about money can help us all build financial confidence
Visit: www.livewellyork.co.uk/talkmoney
Two people holding hands across a wooden table, one wearing a gray sweater and the other a black jacket with a silver ring on their finger.
A new national strategy aims to halve violence against women and girls. In York and North Yorkshire, partners and businesses are being asked to support its delivery. Can your organisation play a part?
Find out more: https://ow.ly/p5TL50Y4bcC
Bright yellow graphic promoting the York Parents' Survey with the message 'Your Voice Matters' and children playing in the background.
Raise York is inviting parents and carers to share their views through the York Parents’ Survey. Feedback will help shape support and services for families across the city. With a chance to win a £50 Love2Shop voucher.
www.york.gov.uk/YorkParentsSurvey
#FamilySupport #YorkParents
Jane Tomlinson Appeal announces a £250k Big Charity Giveaway on a pink background with a Funding logo.
The Jane Tomlinson Appeal has launched the Big Charity Giveaway, offering grants from a few hundred pounds up to £15,000. Charities in Yorkshire are invited to apply for a share of the £250,000 funding pot.
https://ow.ly/atfw50Y17zy
#FundingOpportunity #VCSE
Graphic promoting an online public meeting hosted by York & North Yorkshire Police with Jo Coles, Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime.
On Friday 23 January, residents of York and North Yorkshire can join an online public meeting with the Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime. The Chief Constable will be questioned on police performance, public concerns and improvement plans.
https://ow.ly/ILjo50XZzqT
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Join other organisations supporting people experiencing homelessness in York for the next VCSE Homelessness Support Network event. It’s a chance to connect, share and learn together.
Tuesday 3 February 2026 - Book here: https://ow.ly/eP3I50XZxsb
#YorkVCSE
Free Perinatal Wellbeing Workshops: Designed to help you reflect, connect and learn practical tools to support your mental health and wellbeing during pregnancy and the first two years of parenthood.
Find out more and book:
https://ow.ly/FkW150XZx4y
Last few places on a fully funded Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills – introduction to essential counselling skills, starting this week. Find out more - https://yorkcvs.org.uk/fully-funded-level-2-certificate-in-counselling-skills-introduction-to-essential-counselling-skills/
19.01.2026 09:10 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0A further £250k has been awarded to charitable organisations in York for community-led mental health and wellbeing support to extend and build on the achievements of earlier work which has reshaped how local people access mental health support close to home. Read more - https://ow.ly/6V7550XZuuU
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Healthwatch York has published a progress review of mental health services in York.
You can read what people want from better support services and the new approach proposed here: https://ow.ly/JKAs50XW098
#MentalHealth #York #VCSE
Free training offer for developing essential digital skills with various technology icons on a blue background. Logo's include York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority and Funded by UK Government.
Thu 15 Jan, York Priory Street Centre: Lean practical ways to support people facing digital exclusion and build confidence online. One-to-one sessions available from AbilityNet for tailored support.
https://ow.ly/saI350XVthN
Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, David Skaith
#DigitalInclusion
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Join the next York VCSE Assembly meeting to find out more about the NHS Neighbourhood Health Model, what's happening locally and what this means for VCSE organisations in York.
Wednesday 4 February 2026, 10.00am–12.00pm, Main Hall, Priory Street Centre, #York
Book here: https://ow.ly/zPql50XRXgU
Free training offer for enhancing digital skills with various technology and communication icons on a blue background.
Free Accessible Digital session in York on 15 Jan. Learn tech basics, media literacy, the benefits of being online, and how to stay safe from scams.
📍 Priory Street Centre
🕙 10am–12pm & 1pm–3pm
#DigitalInclusion #YorkVCSE
Close-up of a green directional signpost in York pointing to local landmarks with York Minster in the background under clear sky.
Join the next York VCSE Homelessness Support Network meeting on Tuesday 3 February 2026, 10.00am–12.00pm, Denham Room, Priory Street Centre.
Network, share and collaborate to improve support across the city.
Book here: https://ow.ly/XQqo50XRVTH
#YorkVCSE #HomelessnessSupport #YorkNetwork
Graphic with the York CVS logo and the text ‘Strategic Plan 2026–31: Help shape York CVS’s strategic priorities’ over a background photo of York’s city walls with York Minster visible in the distance.
Help shape York CVS’s Strategic Plan 2026–31. We’re inviting York VCSE organisations and partners to review and comment on our priorities. Share your views by 16 January: https://yorkcvs.org.uk/help-shape-york-cvss-strategic-plan-for-the-next-5-years/
#VCSESupportYork #VCSEInfrastructure
Free webinar... Exploring new income streams for VCSE organisations - 20 January, 1 – 3pm. This workshop encourages York’s Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations to think beyond traditional funding and explore practical ways to diversify income - https://ow.ly/ehmo50XNY43
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