BVSC has been commissioned by the Council to undertake the grant management of the Stronger Communities Legacy Funding. We're carrying out a survey with Birmingham residents about how they feel about living in Birmingham and their experiences of the Commonwealth Games. Read more
The State of the Sector 2021 report examines trends, changes, opportunities and challenges within the landscape of Birmingham’s Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector. Read more
BVSC Research and Birmingham City University are pleased to present our recently published report, Community based responses to Covid-19 in Birmingham: Insights and experiences. Read more
In mid-December 2020, BVSC two online leadership development sessions for voluntary organisations were held online focusing on navigating change in the third sector. These sessions built on a series of activities we have been running together to provide spaces for third sector leaders to reflect on change within voluntary action, in connection with our ESRC-funded Change in the Making research. Read more
Ageing Better in Birmingham was a programme that aimed to reduce loneliness and social isolation among people over 50 across the city. It was built upon the strengths and skills of individuals and groups to create sustainable change within communities.
The programme was delivered by a partnership of voluntary and community sector organisations led by Birmingham Voluntary Service Council (BVSC) and it was part of Ageing Better, a programme set up by The National Lottery Community Fund. Ageing Better aimed to develop creative ways for people aged over 50 to be actively involved in their local communities, helping to combat social isolation and loneliness. It was one of five major programmes set up by The National Lottery Community Fund to test and learn from new approaches to designing services that aimed to make people’s lives healthier and happier.
The programme engaged with 9,000 people reflective of the 'super diversity' of Birmingham. Participants supported each other out of loneliness and isolation in a way that was verified by independent evaluation and the programme left a transformed landscape for the city. Read more about Age-friendly Birmingham and Neighbourhood Network Schemes.
If you have some time to spare, a good grasp of written English and if you enjoy spending time with children, you could become a Schoolreader. Our volunteers are drawn from all walks of life, and range in age from 18+. Schoolreaders need volunteers to go into local primary schools in Birmingham during the school day to listen to the children read to them 1:1. The volunteer needs to be able to commit to once a week during term time for one hour or more. Read more
Join us on world mental health day for our Yardley Hub Open Day on Monday 10th October 12pm-4pm at the Yardley Hub, Creative Support, 195-197 Church Road, Yardley, Birmingham, B25 8UR. Please feel free to share with any of your networks and the individuals you support. If you have any questions please call 0121 389 0213. Read more
Muslim Women’s Network UK, Closing date: 17 October Read more
As we prepare for Birmingham's first-ever Christmas Concert for the Over-50's, we are in need of a Photographer who will cover the journey of our Over-50's Community Choir and our exciting Keyboard Lessons for the Over-50's. Such a volunteering role like this gives fulfilment! Read more
We are organising Birmingham's first-ever Christmas Concert for the Over-50's. Our preparations for this iconic event include rehearsals by our Over-50's Community Choir as well as our exciting Keyboard Lessons for the Over-50's. We are in need of individuals who can facilitate the smooth-running of this project by availing themselves to serve others! Read more
As we prepare for Birmingham's first-ever Christmas Concert for the Over-50's, we are in need of a Videographer who will cover the journey of our Over-50's Community Choir and our exciting Keyboard Lessons for the Over-50's. Read more
Northfield Community Partnership, Closing date: 17 October Read more
Birmingham LGBT, Closing date: 23 October Read more
Support people in their own homes when they are discharged from hospital as a Volunteer. Read more
Spitfire Services, Closing date: On Request Read more
Tabor House is looking for volunteers to help support their hospitality shifts based at Tabor House, Digbeth. Tasks include engaging with guests, cooking and generally keeping Tabor House clean and tidy. Read more
We are looking for volunteers to support children and the delivery of our services across schools. Read more
Bringing Hope, Closing date: On Request Read more
Citizens Advise Birmingham, Closing date: 14 October Read more
Birmingham Settlement, Closing date: 17 October Read more
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers who can commit to going into a local primary school and support children to grow and love of reading! Read more
St Paul's Church, Closing date: On Request Read more
The Birmingham Leadership Institute is launching a new and unique Systems Thinking and Leadership Apprenticeship and MSc programme in January 2023. https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/taught/socsci/systems-thinking-leadership-practitioner.aspx Read more
Here at Midland Mencap, our amazing volunteers help us to support people with learning disabilities and their family carers in so many ways. From pitching in at one of our sporting events, to supporting someone to try out a new hobby, to getting involved behind the scenes: whatever time you can give is invaluable. Read more
To help with sorting and packing food or serving individuals at satellite sessions. Read more
Spectra Arts CIC, Closing date: 26 September Read more
Jigsaw, Closing date: On Request Read more