Tag: Volunteers

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 […]
Thank You Will Never Be Enough #SandwellRipple
Thank You Will Never Be Enough #SandwellRipple

June has been a month of showcasing and applauding the thousands of people who give their time freely helping out in Sandwell. As part of our Ripple Effect campaign, highlighting […]
Not all heroes wear capes!
Not all heroes wear capes!

Do you know someone who goes above and beyond for others? The Express & Star Black Country Heroes Awards celebrate the remarkable people who make our region special—from volunteers and […]
Funding to Encourage Volunteering Amongst Young People 
Funding to Encourage Volunteering Amongst Young People 

Grants of up to £500 are available to individuals or groups of young people aged 30 or under who aim to make a difference through volunteering or community service. The […]
Oh May, What a Month!
Oh May, What a Month!

Our Sandwell Ripple campaign really reached the heart of impact as we highlighted organisations providing a vital lifeline to residents. From foodbanks to support for newborn babies, from digital inclusion […]
Do you recruit, manage or support volunteers?
Do you recruit, manage or support volunteers?

Here at SCVO we keep on top of local trends and developments in the voluntary sector, and we would like your help to take a closer look at volunteering. Have […]
Funding to Encourage Volunteering Amongst Young People 
Funding to Encourage Volunteering Amongst Young People 

Grants of up to £500 are available to individuals or groups of young people aged 30 or under who aim to make a difference through volunteering or community service. The […]
Registration Now Open for DBS Virtual Conference 2024
Registration Now Open for DBS Virtual Conference 2024

Happening October 15-17th 2024, this year’s FREE DBS Conference will take place online. The event will include an exciting variety of keynote speakers, workshops, panel and round table discussions, providing […]
Huge Applause for Sandwell Volunteers!
Huge Applause for Sandwell Volunteers!

Inspirational volunteers Ken and Norma Hyde have been acknowledged for their incredible work with Special Olympics Sandwell. Norma Hyde has been presented with the British Empire Medal (BEM) at an […]
Young People Wanted To Volunteer With Youth Healthwatch
Young People Wanted To Volunteer With Youth Healthwatch

Healthwatch Sandwell are the independent voice of the public in health and social care services. They collect feedback from the residents of Sandwell about their experiences of using health and […]
Wow, just WOW!
Wow, just WOW!

What an amazing Volunteers’ Week and Big Help Out weekend we have had in Sandwell. Well over 1000 food items were donated during the week to our Bring A Tin […]
Fantastic Volunteers And How To Find Them
Fantastic Volunteers And How To Find Them

How can we reach out and find fantastic volunteers throughout the year in a post-pandemic world? In this article, Rob Jackson, Director of Rob Jackson Consulting Ltd, gives 5 quick […]