Category: SCVO News

Do You Really Know Us? #SandwellRipple
Do You Really Know Us? #SandwellRipple

We’ve put ourselves in the spotlight for this month’s Ripple Effect Campaign, sharing a bit more about who we are, and how we support Sandwell’s charitable organisations. Join us on […]
Funding Opportunity: £1000 Unrestricted Grant
Funding Opportunity: £1000 Unrestricted Grant

Apply now: easyfundraising impact fund offers £1,000 grants for charities, schools, sports clubs and community groups. The easyfundraising Impact Fund is back for a second round, but this time there […]
Your Role in Neighbourhood Health: a VCS Workshop
Your Role in Neighbourhood Health: a VCS Workshop

Neighbourhood Health is happening — with or without us. This is your chance to shape it and get involved. Sandwell’s health and care partnership is moving fast on developing Integrated […]
VCS Briefing – SHAPE Programme
VCS Briefing – SHAPE Programme

We are pleased to invite members of Voluntary and Community Sector Children and Young People’s Forums and participation groups to attend a SHAPE Programme Briefing Session. This session will provide an […]
Community Art Roadshow Celebrates Sandwell’s Heritage and Creativity
Community Art Roadshow Celebrates Sandwell’s Heritage and Creativity

Through the Vision 2030 Grant Programme, SCVO and Sandwell Council’s Public Health team have supported the development of a community-led arts project that is helping older residents across Sandwell improve […]
Does Martyn’s Law Apply to You? You May Be Surprised
Does Martyn’s Law Apply to You? You May Be Surprised

Join us to hear the latest update on important law changes that you may have to implement to keep people safe. Martyn’s Law (The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025) […]
Gearing up for the Autumn glow! #SandwellRipple
Gearing up for the Autumn glow! #SandwellRipple

Our Ripple Effect campaign is set to keep you warm throughout September as we focus on those wonderful wellbeing organisations keeping us cosy. Does your organisation set people aglow? Do […]
Free training to support volunteer management
Free training to support volunteer management

Our popular Volunteers and the Law workshop returns on Thursday October 8th to serve as a reminder of the dos and don’ts when recruiting, managing and supporting volunteers. Join us […]
SCVO Digital Focus Group – September 2026
SCVO Digital Focus Group – September 2026

Join us for our next FREE to attend informal, peer‑led digital focus group where we’ll come together to share ideas and plan this important and exciting final phase of the […]
Introduction to the Voluntary Sector – 21st October 2026
Introduction to the Voluntary Sector – 21st October 2026

Did you know there are over 1,000 voluntary and community (VCS) groups operating in Sandwell? Are you in a new role and would value an overview of the vast range […]
Our places in the sun #SandwellRipple
Our places in the sun #SandwellRipple

August was the month of celebrating our beautiful open spaces as part of SCVO’s Ripple Campaign. We highlighted the impact of all the organisations running incredible activities and services across […]
Invitation to SCVO’s 2026 AGM
Invitation to SCVO’s 2026 AGM

The SCVO Board and staff team invites all its local voluntary and community members and organisations from the wider VCS to join us for our 2026 Annual General Meeting. This […]