The Research Engagement Network has launched a ๐ฆ๐บ๐ฎ๐น๐น ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐๐ ๐๐๐ป๐ฑ for VCFSE organisations working with communities in Herefordshire and Worcestershire. The fund aims to ๐ถ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ป๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ผ๐ณ ๐ต๐ฒ๐ฎ๐น๐๐ต ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฐ๐ต and create more opportunities for people to take part, with a focus on engaging underserved communities. To find out…
Weโre pleased to share access to the Worcestershire Funding Portal, an online gateway where community groups, charities and voluntary organisations can find and apply for local funding opportunities. By registering through this portal, youโll be able to: View current and upcoming grant programmes Receive updates about new funding opportunities Submit…
LoveVolunteering.co.ukย is a free, countywide volunteering portal that connects people with great opportunities across Worcestershire. Bringing together volunteering roles from charities, community groups and public sector partners all in one place, making it really easy for people to find ways to get involved in causes they care about.ย The portal works…
Do you have a community space that could be used to welcome people looking for warmth and connection? Warm Welcome Spaces open their doors to their local communities, offering everyone a free, warm, welcoming and friendly space. Poverty can compound isolation and loneliness and prevent people from connecting with others. The…
We are delighted to be bringing local Forums to you during 2025/26. More details will be shared soon, please keep an eye on this page or subscribe to our newsletter for updates. What is the Worcestershire VCSE Alliance Forum? The Forum meets regularly throughout the year and welcomes all VCSE…
Worcestershire VCSE Alliance - Annual Report - June 2024 - June 2025 Discover how the Worcestershire VCSE Alliance has strengthened partnerships, amplified community voices, and driven forward inclusive change across the Integrated Care System. From bold leadership transitions to grassroots innovation, this yearโs report highlights our progress, challenges, and aspirations…
Herefordshire and Worcestershireโs Suicide Prevention Programme has funded a series of online Suicide in the Media Advice Sessions delivered by Samaritans. The sessions are free for anyone living or working across Herefordshire or Worcestershire who might communicate publicly about suicide. These sessions will cover how to talk about suicide…
Direct payments are intended to give individuals greater choice and flexibility to arrange and manage their care and support needs, through the receipt of regular funds from the Local Authority. For some people, choosing a Direct Payment may not be an option without support. The Council has engaged with Personal…
Community First is delighted to be working with the Worcestershire VCSE Alliance to deliver the next phase of the Research, Engagement, and Community Health (REACH) programme. The mission of REACH is to improve health and wellbeing outcomes and address health inequalities through cohesive, targeted and research-informed support for communities in…
As part of the Worcestershire VCSE Alliance, we've seen first hand how vital strong relationships are between the voluntary sector and statutory authorities. Local infrastructure organisations play a crucial role in bridging communities with local councils, health systems, and other public services. Now, the government is signalling a major shift…
A newly formed collective of Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise organisations working together to make health service provision stronger and develop partnerships that benefit Worcestershire communities.
