Are you seeking funds for a community activity?

Are you thinking about applying for a National Lottery Community Grant?

Their grant programmes include:

• Awards for All – A simple small grants programme making awards of between £300 and £20,000.
• People & Places – Medium Grants & Large grants – Aim to bring people together to make communities stronger and improve rural or urban environments.

Would you like the opportunity to talk through your ideas with a Lottery Officer before you apply?

If so, now is your chance. FLVC is hosting a Surgery with a Lottery Officer at Cambrian Aquatic Sport Centre on Wednesday 8^th July 2026.

A limited number of appointments are available to discuss potential grant applications.

Book your appointment here

Location details: Cambrian Aquatic Sport Centre, Wepre Lane, Connah’s Quay CH5 4HA.

Babies, Children and Young People’s Network meeting

Our next Babies, Children and Young People’s Network meeting will take place on Monday, June 8th, from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM.

Location: Wings Club Broughton, Chester Road, Broughton, Chester, CH4 0DR

The network is an opportunity to engage and network with other third sector, local authority and health services supporting babies, children and families in the Flintshire and Wrexham areas.

This meeting will be facilitated in partnership with AVOW.

Book your place here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/avow-flvc-babies-children-and-young-people-network-tickets-1987824839606

Nominations are now closed.

This year is a special one for all of us involved in volunteering, no matter what form that takes. 

Not only do we have Volunteers Week as usual in the first week of June, but the United Nations has declared 2026 the International Volunteer Year (IVY 2026) to recognise volunteering as a key driver of sustainable development. Launching on International Volunteer Day—5 December 2025, IVY 2026 is a call to governments, organisations, and communities worldwide to champion volunteering in all its forms—formal and informal, local and global. 

This year, FLVC has made significant changes to its awards for volunteers, and we are hosting a new Volunteer of the Year Awards event during Volunteers Week.  We now have five categories of awards: 

The following are the categories that you are encouraged to nominate volunteers for: 

Volunteer of the Year – open to anyone aged 25+.   

Volunteer Team of the Year – open to any team or group of volunteers aged 25+ 

Special Award for Young Volunteer of the Year – open to anyone under the age of 25 

Special Award for Young Volunteer Team of the Year – open to any team or group of volunteers where at least 80% of members are aged under 25.

We prefer it if you just nominate one individual and / or one team from your volunteers. If you wish to nominate more than one volunteer, then please consider nominating them as a team, rather than as individuals.  It could cause awkwardness if you nominate more than one individual volunteer, as only one person can win!  If we receive multiple individual nominations from an organisation, it is highlight unlikely that we will be able to choose one person over another. 

Eligibility 

Anyone can be nominated for one of the award categories if: 

• They are a volunteer living and volunteering in Flintshire. 

• They are not a previous winner of an award at FLVC Youth Volunteer Awards. 

• They are nominated by a not-for-profit group or organisation in Flintshire. 
• They are not nominating themselves! 

The awards event will be held on Friday 5 June 2026 at New Brighton Community Centre 

Join us for our next FLVC/AVOW Health and Wellbeing Network meeting.

Come and meet with local organisations and find out what is happening in and around Flintshire and Wrexham.

Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026.

Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Location: Wilderness Tribe, Hall Lane, Mold, CH7 6AD

The location of this network is in Flintshire, but the presentations will be from services covering both counties.

To secure your place, book using the link here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/flvcavow-health-and-wellbeing-network-meeting-tickets-1989211507166

Nominations are now closed.

This year is a special one for all of us involved in volunteering, no matter what form that takes. 

Not only do we have Volunteers Week as usual in the first week of June, but the United Nations has declared 2026 the International Volunteer Year (IVY 2026) to recognise volunteering as a key driver of sustainable development. Launching on International Volunteer Day—5 December 2025, IVY 2026 is a call to governments, organisations, and communities worldwide to champion volunteering in all its forms—formal and informal, local and global. 

This year, FLVC has made significant changes to its awards for volunteers, and we are hosting a new Volunteer of the Year Awards event during Volunteers Week.  We now have five categories of awards: 

The following are the categories that you are encouraged to nominate volunteers for: 

Volunteer of the Year – open to anyone aged 25+.   

Volunteer Team of the Year – open to any team or group of volunteers aged 25+ 

Special Award for Young Volunteer of the Year – open to anyone under the age of 25 

Special Award for Young Volunteer Team of the Year – open to any team or group of volunteers where at least 80% of members are aged under 25.

We prefer it if you just nominate one individual and / or one team from your volunteers. If you wish to nominate more than one volunteer, then please consider nominating them as a team, rather than as individuals.  It could cause awkwardness if you nominate more than one individual volunteer, as only one person can win!  If we receive multiple individual nominations from an organisation, it is highlight unlikely that we will be able to choose one person over another. 

Eligibility 

Anyone can be nominated for one of the award categories if: 

• They are a volunteer living and volunteering in Flintshire. 

• They are not a previous winner of an award at FLVC Youth Volunteer Awards. 
• They are nominated by a not-for-profit group or organisation in Flintshire. 
• They are not nominating themselves! 

The awards event will be held on Friday 5 June 2026 at New Brighton Community Centre 

Are you thinking of applying to the Community Foundation Wales Flintshire Funds?

Would you like the opportunity to talk through your ideas before you apply?

FLVC is hosting an online session with Community Foundation Wales on Wednesday 6 May 2026 at 12:30 pm.

Book your place here

For information about the fund, see below!

Community Foundation Wales – Flintshire Funds Grants for Groups

The Foundation’s Flintshire two Funds, the Flintshire Community Endowment Fund and the Flintshire Welsh Church Act Fund have re-opened for applications for applications from groups:

The Flintshire Community Endowment Fund supports:

• Projects that provide the educational development of school aged children and young people
• Projects that provide the educational development of children in the early years
• School based projects that encourage healthy living

The Flintshire Welsh Church Act Fund supports:

• Projects that contribute to the refurbishment and upkeep of churches, chapels and community/village halls within the county.
• Projects working to address disadvantage to benefit Flintshire residents.
• Projects providing social and recreational activities for Flintshire residents.

Churches and organisations working with residents of the Local Authority area of Flintshire can apply for grants up to £2,000 for a one-year project or small capital funding; or multi-year funding of up to 3 years for core funding.

Preference will be given to applicants who can demonstrate exactly how they will meet the Fund’s objectives and priorities, and who have not previously received support from this Fund.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon pm Monday 15^th June 2026.

Click here for full fund details

FREE Training for FLVC Members: How to write and develop exceptional grant funding applications

This morning session is delivered by Stephen Wright from Grant Funding Skills, who has almost 30 years’ experience of providing funding advice and writing successful applications, including 12 years in a local authority.  Stephen is highly regarded in this field and has an excellent record in helping local groups to secure funding; during the last 15 years he has secured £24m for clients and over 3000 people from across the public and third sectors have attended his training sessions.  

This course is ideal for those with little or no experience of writing grant funding applications, as well as those who want to increase the number of bids they submit which are successful.

The workshop will run on Wednesday, 13th May, from 9.30 to 13.00 at Hawkesbury Community Centre

Registration and Refreshments from 9am

To ensure fair access for all, we kindly ask that each organisation or group reserve only one space.

Book your place here

Only a set number of places are available – secure yours early to avoid disappointment.

Note: FLVC’s training offer is aimed at organisations operating within the county of Flintshire and priority will be given to FLVC member organisations.

Not sure if you’re an FLVC member?

Call us today on 01352 744000. Or visit https://www.flvc.org.uk/news/membership/to register – it only takes a few minutes, and costs nothing to access these member-only benefits.

FREE Training for FLVC Members: An Introduction to Public Speaking

This introductory workshop is for anyone looking to build their skills and confidence in public speaking, facilitation, and effective communication.

Participants will:

• Be introduced to the foundations which underpin effective communication, anywhere and everywhere.
• Explore simple tools and techniques for developing and delivering effective presentations.
• Have a go at speaking in public (if you want to!) in safe and supportive ways.

No prior knowledge is required, and the workshop will be suitable both for those who are nervous about speaking in public, as well as those looking to hone and refine their skills.

Your workshop will be led by Mike Corcoran.

Mike is an expert in facilitation, communication and public engagement, who supports people and organisations all over the country. He has led Public Speaking Short Courses with Wrexham University, coached business leaders through the Business Wales’ Accelerated Growth Programme, and is a programme facilitator with the Clore School of Social Leadership.

The workshop will run on Wednesday, 22 April, from 10:00 to 12:00 at Ewloe Sports & Social Club.

To ensure fair access for all, we kindly ask that each organisation or group reserve only one space.

Book your place here

Only a set number of places are available – secure yours early to avoid disappointment.

Note: FLVC’s training offer is aimed at organisations operating within the county of Flintshire and priority will be given to FLVC member organisations.

Not sure if you’re an FLVC member?

Call us today on 01352 744000. Or visit https://www.flvc.org.uk/news/membership/to register – it only takes a few minutes, and costs nothing to access these member-only benefits.

In partnership with Groundwork, we are offering FREE Safeguarding Group C training to all full members of FLVC.

Safeguarding is about protecting children and adults from abuse or neglect and educating those around them to recognise the signs and dangers.

This essential training will help equip you with the skills and knowledge required to fulfil your safeguarding responsibilities.

All information relating to the standards and the groups can be found here.

Group C practitioners are those who have direct responsibility for safeguarding people:

• who have an assessing role that’s linked to the safeguarding process and / or
• who are operating at a level where they can give advice about safeguarding to those in group A and group B and / or
• in a setting they work in or manage and / or
• with whom they spend a lot of time unsupervised and there may be safeguarding concerns.

Group C practitioners also include an organisation’s designated safeguarding person and people who take a more prominent role in safeguarding decisions, including those with an active role in core groups and protection planning activities.

If you need support with any of the information above or about setting a safeguarding policy, please reach out to FLVC.

This two-day course will take place on Monday, 20 April, and Tuesday, 21 April. Participants must attend both days.

Venue: Ty Calon, Queensferry Campus, Chester Road West, Deeside, CH5 1SA

Please arrive by 9:15 AM for registration, ready for a prompt 9:30 AM start. The training is scheduled to run until approximately 2:30 PM (1:30 PM on day two).

Refreshments will be available from 9:15 am; however, lunch is not provided for this free course. Please bring your own lunch with you.

To ensure fair access for all, we kindly ask that each organisation or group reserve only one space.

Book your place here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-safeguarding-group-c-training-for-flvc-members-tickets-1984776585195?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Note: FLVC’s training offer is aimed at organisations operating within the county of Flintshire and priority will be given to FLVC member organisations.

Not sure if you’re an FLVC member?

Call us today on 01352 744000. Or visit https://www.flvc.org.uk/news/membership/to register – it only takes a few minutes, and costs nothing to access these member-only benefits.

Babies, Children and Young People’s Network meeting

Our next Babies, Children and Young People’s Network meeting will take place on Thursday, March 26th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Location: Gresford Methodist Church, Chester Road, Gresford, Wrexham, LL12 8PA

The network is an opportunity to engage and network with other third sector, local authority and health services supporting babies, children and families in the Flintshire and Wrexham areas.

This meeting will be facilitated in partnership with AVOW.

Book your place here

Welsh Charities Week takes place between the 9 – 13 February 2026.

It’s time for us to recognise and highlight the incredible work done by local charitable organisations to make life better for others.

Charities are not only a lifeline for the most vulnerable, but they are also there for people in the good times and the bad, taking seemingly small steps that add up to a big difference.

There are plenty of easy ways to get involved in #WelshCharitiesWeek. WCVA have put together some useful materials to help you make the most of the week.

For more information and to download the campaign pack, please visit: https://welshcharitiesweek.cymru/

If your group or organisation needs help with any of the following, please contact us for information, support and advice:

• Trustee roles and responsibilities
• Finding new trustees
• Premises
• Energy conservation / carbon reduction
• Insurance
• Funding and fundraising
• Volunteers

Complete the enquiry form on our website here: Guidance for Groups, or phone us on 01352 744027.

Flintshire Local Voluntary Council would like to invite you to their Third Sector Conference.

Date & Time: Tuesday 10^th March 2026, (9:00 AM to 1:00 PM)

Location: Theatr Clwyd, Raikes Lane, Mold, CH7 1YA

The theme of our Spring 2026 event is responding to the needs of our communities.

Using our Flintshire and Wrexham Wellbeing Plan as a guide, we will showcase some examples of how Third Sector and partner Statutory organisations are responding creatively to our needs as Flintshire residents.

In addition to some thought-provoking presentations, we would welcome your direct participation on the day, to help influence how Flintshire residents are supported in the future.

This event provides an opportunity to meet with colleagues, learn, network, and share ideas.

Secure your place here

Nominations are now closed for the High Sheriff of Clwyd’s Community Awards 2026.

The High Sheriff Awards nomination process for 2026 is now closed.

The awards, established in 2013, recognise individuals and community groups with charitable aims that have made outstanding contributions in their communities. Over the years countless volunteers and groups have been recognised for their extraordinary efforts.

There are three awards given for each of the counties that form the preserved County of Clwyd: Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham:

• Two awards for outstanding contribution by an individual
• One award for outstanding contribution by a voluntary or community group with charitable aims

The winners will be presented with their awards at a special recognition ceremony to be held on the 14^th of March 2026.

Nominations are now closed for the High Sheriff of Clwyd’s Community Awards 2026.

The High Sheriff Awards nomination process for 2026 is now closed.

The awards, established in 2013, recognise individuals and community groups with charitable aims that have made outstanding contributions in their communities. Over the years countless volunteers and groups have been recognised for their extraordinary efforts.

There are three awards given for each of the counties that form the preserved County of Clwyd: Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham:

• Two awards for outstanding contribution by an individual
• One award for outstanding contribution by a voluntary or community group with charitable aims

The winners will be presented with their awards at a special recognition ceremony to be held on the 14^th of March 2026.

FLVC Meet the Funder – Flintshire Community Chest

Wednesday, 3 December 2025

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Online via Microsoft Teams

Are you a small, community-led charity or voluntary organisation based in Flintshire and looking for funding for a community project?

Grants of up to £1,000 are available towards:

• Minor capital improvements to community facilities
• Equipment
• Training and/or awareness events
• One-off community-wide events

We are running a free webinar about the Flintshire Community Chest fund, where you can get some pre-application information and support from the Grants Officer.

The session will cover the fund criteria, the application process, timescales and what makes a good application.

It’s ideal for anyone wanting to find out more about the fund, and if you are eligible to apply. There will also be the opportunity to ask questions.

Book your free place here

A link to join the session will be sent to the email address registered for this event

Click here for more information about the fund

FREE Training for FLVC Members: Introduction to Volunteer Management

This nationally developed course is delivered by two experts in volunteer management and is happening the day before International Volunteers Day, which seems fitting!

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe what is needed when planning for volunteering
• Understand what good volunteer management involves
• Explain how to safely recruit and support volunteers
• Appreciate how to communicate well with volunteers
• List what policies and procedures to have in place

It’s the perfect course for those who are fairly new to working with volunteers and for those who would like a refresher on the key principles.

This 1-day course will run on Thursday, 4th December, starting promptly at 9:30am and finishing at 4:00pm at The Daniel Owen Centre in Mold.

This training is free to FLVC members (membership is free – click here if your organisation is not already a member). If you’re unsure about your membership status, please call us on 01352 744000 or email [email protected].

Maximum of one participant per group or organisation.

Coffee, tea and juice will be available from 9.15am. Participants are asked to attend the full day, in order to get the maximum benefit from the training and learning.

Lunch is NOT provided on this free course – you are encouraged to bring your lunch with you, as there are very limited options in the surrounding area.

Any queries, please contact: [email protected]

This course is expected to fill up quickly, so don’t delay booking your place.

Book your place here!

North Wales 3rd Sector Christmas Networking Celebration

Following the success and positive feedback from previous events, the CVCs across North Wales would like to invite you to the next North Wales Wellbeing Network Event taking place on the 10th December at Rhyl Rugby Club.

Join us all on the 10th of December from 9.30am for a day of engagement and networking with organisations working across the whole of North Wales.

Please note due to the nature of the event it is likely to be quite or very noisy and there will be lots of activities and interactions taking place throughout the day.

There will be a very short welcome from each CVC and your regional BCU engagement practitioners followed by interactive activities with other professionals from across the region.

As with previous years, we’re hoping you’ll arrive in your festive attire and embrace the joy of the season.

Spaces are limited and booking is essential. 

Book your place here

We look forward to welcoming you on the day.

Trustees’ Week 2025 – FREE Training

Trustees’ Week takes place from 3 – 7 November in 2025 and WCVA are running a series of free events to mark the occasion.

Trustees’ Week is an annual event to showcase the great work that trustees do and highlight the opportunities for people from all walks of life to get involved and make a difference.

This year’s theme is Celebrating, Inspiring and Supporting.

WCVA are celebrating the week by hosting a series of free online events for trustees (and those who’d like to know more about becoming one) to participate in.

Click here to discover the range of training available

Our 28th Annual General Meeting

On Thursday, 9th October 2025, Flintshire Local Voluntary Council held its 28th Annual General Meeting at Mold Rugby Club.

Before the meeting commenced, attendees had the opportunity to network and enjoy refreshments catered by the club.

Following a welcome from Ann Woods, Chief Officer of FLVC, the meeting was led by FLVC Trustees Peter Agnew and Marjorie Thomson.

The evening concluded with our FLVC Young Volunteer Awards, celebrating the incredible achievements and contributions of young volunteers across Flintshire.

Each nominee received a certificate and gift voucher in recognition of their hard work. The impact these young volunteers have on their communities is invaluable.

We would like to thank everyone who attended and extend a huge congratulations to all our winners and nominees – you are all truly inspirational.

We also wish to thank Councillor Mel Buckley for officially opening our AGM – it was a pleasure to have you with us.

FLVC Funding Fair

Would you like to connect with a variety of funders to explore a range of environmental opportunities? Interested in discussing your projects and proposals with potential funders?

Join us on Wednesday, 15th October, for our FLVC Funding Fair.

📍 Ewloe Sports & Social Club
🕒 Drop in anytime between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM

A variety of funders will be in attendance, including:

• National Lottery Community Fund
• Parc Adfer Community Benefit Fund
• Egin / DTA Wales
• WCVA
• Sport Wales
• Co-op Foundation
• Flintshire County Council
• National Lottery Heritage Fund
• Antur Cymru

Visit our Facebook event page for up-to-date information: https://fb.me/e/6ZdEDbNjm

We are also offering FREE training on the day for FLVC members – follow this link to learn more: https://www.flvc.org.uk/free-training-session-cost-of-living-support-for-community-buildings/

Not sure if you’re a member of FLVC?

Call us today on 01352 744000. Or visit https://form.jotform.com/241293630151044 to register – it only takes a few minutes, and costs nothing to access these member-only benefits.

Discover Free Funding for Your Community Group – Don’t Miss Out!

Looking for a simple way to bring in extra funds for your community group? Join our free online session and find out how you can unlock unrestricted funding through easyfundraising – just by encouraging your supporters to shop online!

In this friendly and informal session, Becky Coleman from easyfundraising will show you how your members, volunteers, and wider community can raise free donations for your group every time they shop online – from groceries to holidays and everything in between.

What You’ll Get:

• Alive demo of how easyfundraising works
• Step-by-step guidance on how to join the platform
• Top tips to help you raise as much as possible
• A chance to ask Becky your questions in a Q&A session

Who Should Attend?

Anyone involved in fundraising or supporting a community group – whether you’re a volunteer, organiser, or just passionate about helping your group thrive. Feel free to invite others from your team!

When and where:

Date: Thursday 2^nd October

Time: 1pm – 2pm

Where: On Zoom

Book your space here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/xN-Hz4h-TFSiGydYXMiveA

About easyfundraising

With easyfundraising, over 8,000 retailers will donate to your group when your community shops online. It’s completely free to use, and the donations are unrestricted – meaning you can spend them on whatever your group needs most. You’ll receive your funds every three months, with no strings attached.

Get started now: www.easyfundraising.org.uk/flintshire

Our 28^th Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday, 9th of October 2025, at Mold Rugby Club (Chester Road, Mold, Flintshire, CH7 1UF).

The event will run from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, beginning with the AGM and concluding with the FLVC Young Volunteer Awards.

Please RSVP by Monday, 6th October, by emailing [email protected].

Alternatively, you can book your place using the link here:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cyfarfod-cyffredinol-blynyddol-cgllsff-flvc-annual-general-meeting-tickets-1421037434219?aff=oddtdtcreator

Flintshire Local Voluntary Council had a wonderful time attending the National Eisteddfod in Wrexham during the first week of August.

WCVA (Wales Council for Voluntary Action) and AVOW (Association of Voluntary Organisations in Wrexham) kindly invited our staff to join them at the Voluntary Sector Hub for the week.

The Voluntary Sector Hub experienced a high level of activity during the week. It was an opportunity for the public to meet a variety of third sector organisations doing fantastic work across Wrexham and the neighbouring counties. It also provided our staff with the opportunity to network with other third-sector groups, strengthening our partnerships and creating future opportunities for collaboration.

The National Eisteddfod is a significant cultural event for the people of Wales, and it was a privilege to be a part of it. Our Welsh-speaking staff were in their element, and we all enjoyed celebrating the Welsh language.

Thank you to WCVA and AVOW for inviting us! We would also like to thank all the staff and volunteers of the National Eisteddfod for their hard work throughout the week.

Diolch yn fawr!

Join us for an online Meet the Funder event with Community Foundation Wales

The session will cover the following funds: Flintshire Funds Grants for Groups, Fund for Wales and the True Venture Foundation.

The session will take place on Monday November 25 at 11am. Links to join the session will be sent via email.

To book your place on the event please Click Here

Information about the funds below – if you have any queries please email [email protected]

Community Foundation Wales – Flintshire Funds Grants for Groups

The Foundation’s Flintshire two Funds, the Flintshire Community Endowment Fund and the Flintshire Welsh Church Act Fund have re-opened for applications for applications from groups:

The Flintshire Community Endowment Fund supports:

• Projects that provide the educational development of school aged children and young people
• Projects that provide the educational development of children in the early years
• School based projects that encourage healthy living

The Flintshire Welsh Church Act Fund supports:

• Projects that contribute to the refurbishment and upkeep of churches, chapels and community/village halls within the county.
• Projects working to address disadvantage to benefit Flintshire residents.
• Projects providing social and recreational activities for Flintshire residents.

Churches and organisations working with residents of the Local Authority area of Flintshire can apply for grants up to £1,000 for a one-year project or small capital funding; or multi-year funding of up to 3 years for core funding.

Preference will be given to applicants who can demonstrate exactly how they will meet the Fund’s objectives and priorities, and who have not previously received support from this Fund.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon pm 16^th December 2024

https://communityfoundationwales.org.uk/grants/flintshire-funds/

Fund for Wales, in partnership with the People’s Postcode Lottery, is now OPEN for applications! If you’re a small, community-led charity or voluntary organisation with an annual income under £100,000, you could receive grants of £500 – £2,000 per year for up to 3 years!

These grants support projects that: Improve people’s chances in life Build stronger communities Enhance rural and urban environments Promote healthier, more active lifestyles Preserve heritage & culture

Find out more and apply here

https://communityfoundationwales.org.uk/grants/fund-for-wales/

True Venture Foundation

The True Venture Foundation Fund supports small community-based sports clubs working across North Wales with grants of between £500 and £2,500 to help encourage children and young people to try sport, love sport and stay in sport.

The closing date is Monday 6th January 2025 (midday). Find out more here: https://communityfoundationwales.org.uk/grants/true-venture-fund

Also may touch on the

• Hawarden & District in Need Fund   /  Cronfa Gymorth Penarlâg a’r Cylch   https://communityfoundationwales.org.uk/grants/hawarden-district-relief-in-need-fund/

• North East Wales Science Fund – Individuals   /  Cronfa Gwyddoniaeth Gogledd Ddwyrain Cymru – Unigolion                            https://communityfoundationwales.org.uk/grants/north-east-wales-science-fund-individuals/

Flintshire Local Voluntary Council invite you to a Hybrid meet the funder session with National Lottery Heritage fund

Our informal session will explore:

• how heritage can be used to bring about benefits for people, places and our natural environment.
• what a well-planned project looks like and how to write a strong funding application to The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

You will also have the opportunity to share your project ideas and ask any questions you may have

for more information and to book your place click here

Trustees’ Week

This year, Trustees’ Week takes place from 4 November to 8 November 2024.

Events all around the country will celebrate the achievements of trustees, as well as highlight opportunities for you to get involved with a local charity or voluntary organisation at board level.

For further information please visit the Trustees Week website.

By visiting the website, you can find information about the week, view Trustee stories, take the Trustee quiz, discover events & updates and so much more.

Funding Fair with Hannah Blythyn MS & FLVC

Join us on Friday 18th October, to connect with a variety of funders who will be available to discuss a range of funding opportunities that you can explore. Drop in between 10am and 1.30pm at the Daniel Own Centre, Mold.

Funders in attendance

• National Lottery Community Fund
• Sport Wales
• Steve Morgan Foundation
• National Lottery Heritage Fund
• National Churches Trust
• WCVA/Landfill Disposals Tax Community Scheme
• Cadwyn Clwyd/Rural Connectivity Programme
• FLVC/Youth Led Grant
• Police: PACT & N Wales PCC grants
• Business Wales
• Hannah Blythyn’s Office

 For more information email [email protected]

Welsh Charity Awards 2024 – nominations now open

The Welsh Charity Awards are back! The awards, organised by WCVA, recognise and celebrate the fantastic contribution charities, community groups, not-for-profits and volunteers make to Wales by highlighting and championing the positive difference we can make to each other’s lives.

This is your chance to celebrate the life changing impact of not only charities but volunteers and voluntary organisations of all shapes and sizes in Wales. Whether or not they’re an award winner or finalist, being nominated for an award shows an organisation or individual that their work is valued and makes a huge difference.

THE CATEGORIES

There are eight categories in this year’s Welsh Charity Awards:

• Volunteer of the Year (26 and over)
• Young Volunteer of the Year (25 and under)
• Fundraiser of the year
• Champion of diversity award
• Best use of Welsh language award
• Most influential small organisation
• Health and wellbeing award
• Organisation of the year award

TAKING PART

Making a nomination is easy, simply visit the Welsh Charity Awards website and, read the rules and complete the online form.

So please take this opportunity to shout about your favourite voluntary organisation or volunteer, and give them the chance of getting some well-earned recognition and a glitzy night to remember at the Welsh Charity Awards ceremony.

The deadline for nominations is 13 September 2024. For more information and to nominate, visit www.welshcharityawards.cymru.

The Welsh Charity Awards are made possible thanks to headline sponsor The Open University Wales and the other category sponsors.

Small Charities Week

this year runs Monday 24- Friday 28 June.  NCVO have organised a range of free online workshops and pre-bookable advice slots on topics such as:

• Energy advice
• Insurance reviews
• Introduction to bid writing
• Successful charity partnerships with corporates and local authorities

Full information and booking here: Events (smallcharityweek.com)

Resources available here: Resources | Small Charity Week

Is your small charity a member of FLVC?  If not, then we would love to welcome you to become a full member of FLVC and get the benefits we offer – it is free of charge and full details can be found at: Membership (flvc.org.uk)

Volunteers’ Week 2024

Last week saw a lot of activity here at FLVC as we celebrated Volunteers’ Week with certificates and cake (LOTS of cake).

We visited 18 local voluntary groups to present a certificate of appreciation for all that their volunteers do to help make life better for others.  We brought cake, we took lots of photos and we heard from many volunteers about what brought them to volunteer in that organisation, their favourite moments as a volunteer and some hilarious stories of when things went a bit awry!

Thank you for welcoming us to your events and we look forward to doing it all again next year.

Volunteers’ Week this year runs from Monday 3 to Sunday 9 June

**Additional Slots now added for Wednesday 5th June**

Instead of running an event in Mold, as we had originally planned, we are now offering to bring Volunteers’ Week to you!

In recognition of the huge contribution that volunteers make to our society, we would like to come along to your group to present a Certificate of Thanks to your organisation to show appreciation of everything that your volunteers do to make life better for others.  We will take photos of the certificate being presented and will promote what your volunteers do through our social media accounts and our website, we will also bring cake!  Feel free to invite your volunteers along as well.

If you would like someone from FLVC to visit you (in Flintshire!) during Volunteers’ Week (but not Wednesday 5 June), please book a time using this link https://form.jotform.com/241433951567360 and we will then contact you to confirm the arrangements.  If there is no suitable date or time for you showing on the link, then please email us, as we will do our best to fit in as many visits as we can that week, time permitting!  We have some evening and weekend times available us well – just email [email protected] with your preferred date and time, also giving the venue details for the visit and we will get back to you.

Book soon, so we know how much cake to buy!

If you would like to produce individual certificates for your volunteers, there is a link to one you can use here

Meet The Funder Online event 

FLVC are hosting a Meet The funder event with Community Foundation Wales on Thursday 23rd May at 11am.

Book your place HERE

Manylion y gronfa 

Sefydliad Cymunedol Cymru – Cronfeydd Sir y Fflint ar gyfer grwpiau 

Mae’r ddwy gronfa’r Sefydliad i Sir Y Fflint, y Gronfa Waddol Cymunedol a’r Gronfa Ddeddf yr Eglwys wedi ei ailagor ar gyfer ceisiadau gan grwpiau: 

Mae Cronfa Waddol Gymunedol Sir y Fflint yn cefnogi: 

• Prosiectau sy’n darparu datblygiad addysgol ar gyfer plant a phobl ifanc o oedran ysgol 
• Prosiectau sy’n darparu datblygiad addysgol i blant yn y blynyddoedd cynnar 
• Prosiectau mewn ysgolion sy’n annog byw yn iach 

Mae Cronfa Ddeddf yr Eglwys yng Nghymru Sir y Fflint yn cefnogi: 

• Prosiectau sy’n cyfrannu at adnewyddu a chynnal a chadw eglwysi, capeli a neuaddau pentref yn y sir. 

• Prosiectau sy’n gweithio i ymladd anfantais er budd trigolion Sir y Fflint. 
• Prosiect sy’n darparu gweithgareddau cymdeithasol a hamdden ar gyfer trigolion Sir y Fflint. 

Gall Eglwysi a sefydliadau sy’n gweithio gyda thrigolion ardal Awdurdod Lleol Sir y Fflint wneud cais am grantiau hyd at £1,000 ar gyfer prosiect blwyddyn neu gyllid gyfalaf bach, neu gyllid aml-flwyddyn o hyd at 3 blynedd ar gyfer cyllid craidd. 

Rhoddir blaenoriaeth i ymgeiswyr sy’n gallu dangos sut yn union y byddant yn bodloni amcanion a blaenoriaethau’r Gronfa, ac nad ydynt wedi cael cymorth gan y Gronfa hon o’r blaen. 

Mae angen lenwi’r ffurflenni gais erbyn 12 y.p canolddydd, Mehefin 17 2024 

Cronfeydd Sir y Fflint – Community Foundation Wales 

The Next Flintshire Volunteers Organisers Network Meeting is being held at

Jade Jones Pavilion, Flint

Wednesday 22nd May 2024, 9.30 and til 12pm

if you would like to attend please  Book Here