Survivors are turning to our charity in record numbers, at the very moment we’re facing one of the most challenging and destabilising periods in our history. To continue to be there for every person who needs us, we urgently need your support. Our Recovery Appeal is about rebuilding together. With your support, we’re aiming to raise £5,000 by August, so survivors in our community can continue to find safety, hope and healing, with our support. Read more
Join our Wednesday drop-in sessions - everyone welcome! Kings Heath Community Kitchen exists to reduce hunger, homelessness, and social isolation in Kings Heath and the wider Birmingham area by providing free, nutritious meals, practical support, and a safe, welcoming space for those most at risk. Read more
The BVSC website now has a Google Translate function at the top left which drops down to offer a range of different languages for translation across all written content on the website. Read more
Sport 4 Life UK is inviting women and girls from across Birmingham to take part in a free Women’s & Girls Sports Festival this July, designed to break down barriers to participation and create more opportunities for women and girls to get active. Read more
This one-day conference brings together youth workers, social workers, safeguarding leads, faith leaders, academics, community organisations, and young people themselves to address this gap and forge lasting connections for relational practice and collaborative change across sectors. Read more
A period of extreme hot weather is expected, and a Red Heat-Health Alert has been issued. This means temperatures are high enough to pose a risk to everyone’s health – not just those who are usually more vulnerable. Homes in the UK are designed to keep heat in during winter, which means they can quickly become too hot in summer. Taking a few simple steps can help you stay cool, safe and well at home. Read more
Make sure you tune in to Engage for Funding Forum on Monday 29th June 1-2pm where we explore how Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) are transforming charitable giving — and what this means for fundraisers. Read more
The Engage for Funding Forum webinars take place every Monday from 1-2pm. You can catch up on any sessions that you've missed by clicking on the links below. Read more
A Red Met Office Heat-health Alert has been issued for the West Midlands and will be in effect between 1am on Wednesday 24 June until 11pm on Thursday 25 June. STAY SAFE DURING THE HOT WEATHER Read more
Building genuinely inclusive governance in diverse communities is one of the most demanding aspects of long-term place-based work. This session explores what that looked like in Big Local areas that took it seriously, drawing on the experiences of people who were directly involved. Speakers from Pimlico Million in London. Framing from Lucy Thurley (Local Trust) sets the wider context, with facilitated breakout discussion giving participants space to connect the learning to their own practice. Read more
Grace Mary to Lion Farm Big Local in Sandwell is one of the West Midlands' strongest examples of what long-term community investment can build. The GM2LF legacy body is now a charity in its own right, with a hub that serves five neighbourhoods through youth work, social enterprise, and community support, and this visit is a chance to see that work up close. Read more
YES, Energy Solutions is carrying out a short two-minute survey to better understand the challenges, opportunities and support needs of community groups, including how energy is used, managed and could be improved locally. Read more
Birmingham Safeguarding Children Partnership has launched a refreshed version of Right Help, Right Time; key safeguarding guidance for any organisation working with children and families in Birmingham. Read more
Somalinimo Week 2026 will take place from 26 June to 4 July 2026 in Birmingham, celebrating Somali identity, creativity, and community. The event will feature a variety of activities, including cultural performances, business events, and discussions on Somali heritage. It aims to highlight the community's journey and showcase the richness of Somali culture. Read more
BDSC and BRIG presents National Awareness Day: Mobilise. The UK’s first and only National Black & Diverse Safeguarding Professionals Awareness Day marks a historic step in elevating workforce equity, recognition and belonging across safeguarding professions. Join speakers, practitioners, leaders and allies as we have courageous conversations for anti-racist workplace cultures. Read more
Join the Social Housing Roundtable which takes place online every Tuesday 11am-12pm exploring different themes and topics. It includes various participants including housing advocates, industry professionals and more to foster networking and exchange ideas among professionals. Read more
Join us for a free Caribbean-inspired cooking class where you'll learn practical, budget-friendly recipes and cooking techniques that can be recreated at home. Suitable for beginners, these hands-on sessions will explore Jamaican-inspired dishes, flavour-building techniques and affordable meal ideas designed to help make food budgets go further. Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund. Read more
According to NCVO research, nearly 80% of charities in England and Wales have at least one vacant trustee position — with more than half reporting two or more vacancies, and over a third having struggled to fill those seats for more than a year – a figure that should set alarm bells ringing. Read more
Need help getting online? These sessions are suitable for older adults, beginners, and anyone who would like support with digital technology. No booking is required – simply drop in for help and advice. Read more
If you've felt unsteady, lost confidence, or worried about falling - you're not alone. Join a seated exercise class in Erdington, run by Purposeful Active Living (PAL). Read more
This Small Charity Week (22–29 June), BVSC is proud to be part of a national celebration of the vital role small charities play in communities across the UK. This year’s campaign, Small charities. Big impact., shines a light on the difference small charities make every day, supporting people, strengthening communities and creating change where it matters most. Read more
Chinese Community Centre have had a clear out, and have a few office items to dispose of. Read more
PET-Xi Training, in partnership with Applebough Education, is running a fully funded 3 week Teaching Support Roles programme in Coventry and Birmingham. The programme is designed to get motivated, work-ready clients and participants into employment as Teaching Assistants in local schools. It is for those who are unemployed, economically inactive or on Universal Credit. Read more
BVSC Research are excited to share that our podcast series: CHERP Conversations is now... live! Hosted by our research team, we put the spotlight on our community researchers and explore their journeys into research. We hope it gives an insight into who can deliver research, who *should* deliver research, and how you and your community can get involved. Episode 1 is out now! We talk about what community research is, and what the benefits can be. Read more