Summer should be a time for fun, friends and freedom. But it’s harder than ever to balance the costs – not only for parents or carers looking after children but for charitable organisations supporting families too. Join In Kind Direct’s charitable network to access games, outdoor activities, arts and crafts, stationery and personal hygiene items to help children be happy, healthy and active this summer and go back to school or nursery equipped and ready to learn. Read more
As an activity group coordinator, you’ll plan, organise and schedule monthly activity groups in your local area. This is an administrative role that requires communicating and socialising with older people and volunteers from all walks of life. The activity group will be at the same community venue and will include older people, activity group leads, drivers, and the activity group coordinator. Activity groups normally last around two hours and will include an activity that gets people. Read more
We need your help to fight education inequality. At Action Tutoring, we believe in the power of tutoring. We’re dedicated to ensuring more disadvantaged students receive the support they need to reach their full academic potential and achieve important pass grades in English and maths. But we cannot do it without you. Read more
We are looking for 10 passionate parent/carers of children who attend nursery or school in Sparkbrook, Sparkhill or Balsall Health who would like to become our Health Champions! Read more
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Join us at the very first Birmingham Disability Festival on July 6th taking place at BCU Curzon Building and become a part of something truly special! Read more
Act on Energy, Closing date: 30 May 2024 Read more
Provide one-to-one and group support to both individuals who gamble and those affected by someone else's gambling. We ask that you have personal experience. Read more
We are looking for a volunteer Administrator on a part time basis (6 hours a week) to assist the Senior Administrator with general tasks. Read more
Birmingham LGBT, Closing date: 2 June 2024 Read more
Saturday 20th April 2024 was Earth Day, and Footsteps joined an event organised by Love Weoley Castle. Read more
Community Leadership roles, such as school governors, can be an incredibly rewarding way to give back to your local community as well as offer an opportunity for professional development. By helping serve your community and its vital institutions you can help yourself grow as an individual and as a leader. At the WMCA’s future community leaders’ opportunities fair you’ll have the chance to learn more about some fantastic community leadership roles in your region. Read more
Making simple changes to the way you can use energy can make a big difference to your bills and to lower your mental health and wellbeing. You could also lower your carbon emissions, helping tackle climate change. Come and speak to our energy advisors and find out how much we can support you to make your home more comfortable, energy efficient and reduce the impact on the planet. Read more
ecobirmingham, Closing date: 2 June 2024 Read more
Are you compassionate, empathetic and enjoy spending time with others? If so you may be a perfect fit to become a Befriending Volunteer to support adults 18-49 olds facing isolation or loneliness within the Hall Green and Yardley neighbourhoods. Read more
Can you support our annual Neighbourhood Festival and help us to raise awareness about climate change, environment, wellbeing and neighbourhood? - Birmingham Settlement Neighbourhood Futures Festival. Read more
We are currently seeking a Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees. If you are an accountant or you have experience in financial controls, with some understanding of charity finance, pensions, and legal requirements, we would love to have you on board. Read more
Are you looking to gain experience working in mental health services? We are looking for Crisis Support Volunteers to work alongside our Crisis Intervention Teams. Read more
A recording and presentation from the meeting hosted by BVSC on 11 April is now available to download and view on our website. 244 people attended the event to discuss the potential impact of Section 114 on Birmingham’s voluntary sector. A follow up event is planned for 23 May which will focus on community assets. Read more
• What impact will Section 114 have on community assets? • What expectations and opportunities are there for local Voluntary, Community, Faith & Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector organisations to take over the management of/ lease/ purchase Council buildings, land, property and assets? • What support will be provided to VCFSE sector organisations with regards to community assets? Hear from Council and VCFSE leaders and have your say. Read more
Online fundraising auction to support survivors of modern slavery rebuild their lives. Read more
Sustainability West Midlands, Closing date: On Request Read more
Could you write to your local MP or Councillor to promote our health economics research? The analysis found with that every 1 million people who switch to a vegan diet would generate an estimated £121 million of health care cost savings. We would love support in highlighting this to government. Read more
HAW is 10 years old - it started in 2014 and has grown each year. it is a time to help to raise awareness around hoarding behaviour , which is a most misunderstood mental health condition. Join us this year to celebrate 10 years and let us know if you plan to do any awareness raising . please enjoy our free HAW pack to help your with your ideas. Read more
Have you attended Great Community Meetings or Great Community Groups? Would you like to refresh your skills and connect with other people creating great thinking spaces in their communities? Then Question Club is for you. Read more