As a membership organisation we: lead engagement with local partners and stakeholders; champion how our diverse Sector responds effectively to local needs; promote voluntary action and community participation; help develop a more sustainable Sector…… so that Sandwell becomes a better place for all.
Latest News
Two new Vision 2030 Grant Themes open!
SCVO is very pleased to announce the opening of TWO new Vision 2030 Grant themes today. Background Vision 2030 sets out the ambitions towards making Sandwell (in 2030) a…
Life after Covid-19 Restrictions: Do you know what support is available?
It is good to know Covid-19 restrictions are lifting and life can be a little more relaxed. However, it is still a contagious disease and can affect some of…
Tell us about Bostin People or a Bostin Place and help us celebrate Sandwell!
Sandwell Council is looking for Bostin People and Places to feature on their new Celebrate Sandwell website and on social media in the run up to the…
Brushstrokes, Smethwick: Office and Facilities Manager
Brushstrokes, an award-winning Community Project supporting refugees, asylum seekers and migrants in Sandwell and surrounding areas,is looking to appoint an Office and Facilities Manager. Salary: SCP 25-28 (£24,697 –…
Camphill Village Trust Shared Lives: Area Coordinator
Due to expansion across the Black Country, the Camphill Village Trust Shared Lives Scheme are looking to recruit three new Area Coordinators to assist in its development. Shared Lives…
What to Consider When Buying Insurance for Small Charities
As a trustee of a small charity, one of your duties is to protect your charity and its assets and resources. Buying insurance is one of the ways that…
Funding Portal
The funding portal is an important service from SCVO. It is completely free to use and allows you to search through thousands of potential funders for your organisation.
Route2wellbeing Portal
The Route2wellbeing Portal is an exciting new initiative which places information about local community-based services at the fingertips of health professionals and other local support agencies.
VCS Database
SCVO maintains and makes available to the public a comprehensive database of voluntary and community organisations actively delivering services in Sandwell.
Local Impact
Spotlights on the Voluntary and Community Sector offer organisations the opportunity to comment on questions about their own organisation, about the environment in which they are working and also feedback on the support offered by SCVO.
Testimonials
“We have been working closely with SCVO who acted as our critical friend, supported us in drafting applications for funding and delivered valuable training sessions to our staff, volunteers and partner organisations”.
“SCVO is a valued partner and helps the council to develop its relationships with Sandwell’s voluntary and community organisations”
“We find the funding digest very useful as this has helped to us to apply for grant funding and be aware of deadlines”