COMMUNITY AND VOLUNTARY SERVICES CHESHIRE EAST 

To support the development of both emergency and community food provision in the immediate and longer-term strategy for a sustainable food eco-system which will, over time, reduce the need for ....more

To support the development of both emergency and community food provision in the immediate and longer-term strategy for a sustainable food eco-system which will, over time, reduce the need for emergency options, through supporting food provision organisations throughout Cheshire East.

CVS Cheshire East is a local infrastructure organisation based in Crewe supporting third sector organisations in development through information advice fundraising support training as well as local ....more

CVS Cheshire East is a local infrastructure organisation based in Crewe supporting third sector organisations in development through information advice fundraising support training as well as local research and data collection to represent the third sector strategically. Funding for the organisation will enable them to continue to support VCFS organisations across Cheshire East to develop their skills and knowledge.

This project would undertake a mapping exercise to gain an understanding of the size of the sector based in and supporting the community in Knutsford. The project would then identify potential ....more

This project would undertake a mapping exercise to gain an understanding of the size of the sector based in and supporting the community in Knutsford. The project would then identify potential partnerships and facilitate and build relationships between these organisations. The results of this can also be shared between partners and to promote services available in the area.

This grants scheme will enable organisations to provide practical support to vulnerable EU citizens to help them make their EU Settlement Scheme application by 30 June 2021 and continuing support ....more

This grants scheme will enable organisations to provide practical support to vulnerable EU citizens to help them make their EU Settlement Scheme application by 30 June 2021 and continuing support beyond this date. This support could be provided through a range of activities such as information giving, improving understanding of the scheme, provision of technology and direct assistance. It is essential that the support provided via the grants scheme leads to applications submitted to the Home Office. The grant scheme will ensure that the necessary support is available across the UK so that everyone who qualifies for the Scheme can complete the application process by 30 June 2021 and continuing support is available beyond this date.

CVS Cheshire East is a membership organisation for charitable, not for profit organisations or voluntary groups focusing on enabling them to grow and develop to their very best potential. Our support ....more

CVS Cheshire East is a membership organisation for charitable, not for profit organisations or voluntary groups focusing on enabling them to grow and develop to their very best potential. Our support enables them to deliver effective and sustainable services, which in turn supports the needs of all of our communities. We want to build and expand our existing network structure and use these to form the basis of a Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) Collective. This will draw together the expertise and knowledge from across the sector and use this to effect positive change for our communities. The project will ensure the delivery of 8 subject specific networks which combined will create the VCS Collective. We also want to develop an online Ecosystem creating a community where the network members can work together virtually and is able to provide a local and strategic response to volunteering. The funding will support the costs of the staff time to deliver the existing networks, to develop the new supporting networks and the VCS Collective. It will also fund training for the sector to be able to use the new online Ecosystem which will create a community space for the VCS Collective to talk and share learning and experiences. The outcomes of the work will be to: • Gather learning and experiences to develop a future response process. This will make the sector more resilient in supporting vulnerable people and respond better together. • Improve BAME communities’ access to VCS services by working collectively we can fill gaps in knowledge and support VCS organisations to adapt their services to help BAME communities overcome any barriers they face to accessing services. By focusing on developing a strategic response to emergencies and improving access for individuals from BAME communities we expect the organisations that will engage with this project will be those that are supporting those that are most vulnerable and disproportionality affected by COVID-19.

NET, Comic Relief and Children in Need will use this funding to provide: increased support to vulnerable people and hidden groups, thus reducing the burden on public services; reach local grassroots ....more

NET, Comic Relief and Children in Need will use this funding to provide: increased support to vulnerable people and hidden groups, thus reducing the burden on public services; reach local grassroots and small organisations who can provide an on-the-ground community response to the crisis; and, support local charitable organisations to mobilise volunteers to enable better targeted support in communities through empowered local groups.

CVS Cheshire East runs the volunteering hub for Cheshire East, we are passionate about volunteering and the benefits it brings to organisations and to volunteers. It can be difficult for people aged ....more

CVS Cheshire East runs the volunteering hub for Cheshire East, we are passionate about volunteering and the benefits it brings to organisations and to volunteers. It can be difficult for people aged between 14-18 to find meaningful volunteering opportunities and so we would like to help organisations make changes, and to excite young people about volunteering. The funding would be used to to fund staff time working with both young people and organisations, and a marketing campaign designed by young people themselves. Volunteering gives young people the opportunity to gain meaningful experience will help to build their confidence and learn new skills that they can then build on to reach their full potential. The project will; - Create a youth steering group to help plan and deliver aspects of the project - Work with organisations to develop ideas about ways to involve young people and to ensure they have appropriate procedures - Create resources to support youth volunteering - Recruit and match 40 young people to volunteer opportunities - Provide support for organisations and training and mentoring for young people to ensure successful placements

CVS Cheshire East supports third sector organisations development through advice training and fundraising support. Funding for the organisation will go towards staff expenses and core costs during ....more

CVS Cheshire East supports third sector organisations development through advice training and fundraising support. Funding for the organisation will go towards staff expenses and core costs during COVID lock-down.

CVS Cheshire East a membership organisation for charitable, not for profit organisations or voluntary groups focusing on enabling them to grow and develop to their very best potential. This project ....more

CVS Cheshire East a membership organisation for charitable, not for profit organisations or voluntary groups focusing on enabling them to grow and develop to their very best potential. This project will support the development of a peer to peer support service for staff and volunteers working in the sector and the development of intelligence hub which along with sharing existing data will collect and promote the views, issues and challenges the sector has. The grant funding will support the cost of existing staff to enable them to deliver the support services to our members and the wider VCFS. The key outcome of this work would be that VCFSE organisations have the knowledge and skills to be able to continue to deliver their service during COVID, which means that services to vulnerable people will be effective.

This grants scheme will enable organisations to provide practical support to vulnerable EU citizens to help them make their EU Settlement Scheme application by 30 June 2021 and continuing support ....more

This grants scheme will enable organisations to provide practical support to vulnerable EU citizens to help them make their EU Settlement Scheme application by 30 June 2021 and continuing support beyond this date. This support could be provided through a

The funding will be used to deliver a programme of knowledge and relationship building which will give people in the community the skills and abilities to run and manage social action activities and ....more

The funding will be used to deliver a programme of knowledge and relationship building which will give people in the community the skills and abilities to run and manage social action activities and to increase the number of people volunteering. The organisation aims to increase the skills of people working and volunteering in VCFSE sector.

Vibrant and Versatile women in volunteeringCVS will gather inspirational stories of women in volunteering though video clips and testimonials and use these to encourage and support other women to ....more

Vibrant and Versatile women in volunteeringCVS will gather inspirational stories of women in volunteering though video clips and testimonials and use these to encourage and support other women to volunteer in Cheshire East, specifically targeting women from BME communities, women building employability and women wanting to enter trustee roles. The project will also establish a women?s empowerment network to celebrate the contribution that female volunteers and staff make in communities through the VCFS. This network will also enable women to support each other in their roles. Two confidence building courses will be delivered: ?getting ready to volunteer? and ?everything you need to know as a trustee? to help support women in their volunteering roles, and those that need some additional support will be offered volunteer buddies. CVS will support organisations intensively to help them create roles that are accessible for women, particularly: interesting one-off or flexible roles and roles that can be undertaken with children. The project will support 15 women into volunteering and a further 20 through the empowerment network. This work will be showcased at a celebration event which will also highlight the difference that women make.

This grants scheme is enabling organisations to provide practical support to vulnerable EU citizens through information-giving, advice and provision of technology and assistance to help them make ....more

This grants scheme is enabling organisations to provide practical support to vulnerable EU citizens through information-giving, advice and provision of technology and assistance to help them make their Scheme application by 30 June 2021. This support could be provided through a range of activities such as information giving, improving understanding of the scheme, provision of technology and direct assistance to help them make their Scheme application no later than 30 June 2021. It is essential that the support provided via the grants scheme leads to applications submitted to the Home Office.The grant scheme will ensure that the necessary support is available across the UK so that everyone who qualifies for the Scheme can complete the application process by 30 June 2021.

The organisation will deliver a series of technology seminars and webinars for local organisations focusing on governance, resources and information, with the aim of developing skills, networking and ....more

The organisation will deliver a series of technology seminars and webinars for local organisations focusing on governance, resources and information, with the aim of developing skills, networking and improving local services.

The funding will be used by a charity to upgrade their website and community directory to allow local residents and community organisations to easily access activities and services in the local area. ....more

The funding will be used by a charity to upgrade their website and community directory to allow local residents and community organisations to easily access activities and services in the local area. The project aims to improve access to information and resources.

Community and Voluntary Services (CVS) Cheshire East is a registered charity which provides support to other charities, community and voluntary organisations who are based in or deliver services ....more

Community and Voluntary Services (CVS) Cheshire East is a registered charity which provides support to other charities, community and voluntary organisations who are based in or deliver services within Cheshire East. The project will provide an opportunity for 10 young people to be put a board from a selection of 5 different voluntary organisations and experience what it would be like to be a trustee. The money allocated will go towards additional staff and training that will be required, travel expenses, a contribution towards overheads as well as a small amount going towards posters for schools and colleges.