Drug and Alcohol Awareness

Come join us at Lonsdale House for a short session focused on drug and alcohol awareness. Learn about the dangers of substance abuse, harm reduction, how to recognise signs of addiction, and learn what we offer at Change Grow Live, Birmingham. Read more

The importance of an accessible website for beneficiaries and commissioners

On Monday 16th September we kick off our weekly webinars with Jackie from Jackdaw web design on the importance of an accessible website for beneficiaries and commissioners.  We will also discuss the latest major and small grants available to you, plus a look ahead to future topics.  Shake the sand out of your socks and join the discussion! Read more

Boost Your Brain to Beat Dementia

Dementia isn't inevitable as we get older - learn how to keep your brain sharp and fight against dementia at our event on 20 September 2024. Read more

Birmingham Open Studios 2024

165 Artists and Groups open their studio doors across the city. Birmingham's biggest art trail. Read more

Get Grants FREE Virtual Conference

Get Grants are excited to lead their first FREE Virtual Conference! Join the event for TWO days of expert fundraising advice, top tips, Q&As, networking, peer-support, and lots of chat! Read more

Reading Round: free book group with a difference

Join a group discovering new stories, non-fiction and poetry by different authors every week. This fully-funded reading group is open to all and hosted by author Leila Rasheed for The Royal Literary Fund. Read more

Crucial conversations: How to plan and deliver “must have” discussion at work successfully

This course and individual mentoring session provides a practical approach for identifying, preparing and engaging in those difficult but “must have” conversations including: Tackling poor performance in a constructive way Giving bad news such as redundancy Informing of major decisions Addressing Sensitive issues Tackling Inappropriate behaviour Fee £245.00 Read more

Trusts, Foundations and Grants Fundraising Masterclass

This training Masterclass is for project managers, CEOs, trustees and fundraisers working with UK registered charities on Trusts, Foundations and Grants fundraising. Anyone who registers for the Masterclass is also eligible for an additional 30mins, one-to-one consultation with me on Zoom to discuss your fundraising. To arrange this please register for the Masterclass using Eventbrite, then email: [email protected] Read more

Let's Get Potting!

FREE Train-the-Trainer sessions for Birmingham-based VCFSEs and health workers interested in integrating nature-based activities into their current mental health and wellbeing support services. Read more

Windrush International Conference Friday 25th October 2024

The Third Windrush International Conference takes place on the 25th of October. The Conference includes workshops on Education, Criminal Justice, Civil Rights and Advocacy & Civic Engagement. This will be followed by a Gala Dinner and Fundraiser to our Windrush Fund. Read more

BRIG Bi-Annual Summit

Is Race Still on the Agenda? Read more

NCVO member forum: West Midlands in partnership with BVSC

Organisations in the West Midlands are invited to join NCVO/BVSC for a free in-person member forum. This is a chance to connect with your peers over a free lunch. Learn from their successes and share your insights and experience. Read more

QAC Information Day for Professionals

Discover more about Queen Alexandra College (QAC), a national college for people with disabilities, including our 16-25 curriculum, employment progression, residential and supported living options, community based services, rehabilitation and travel training, use of assistive technology and much more. Read more

Just About Managing: A Complete Programme For Managers

A day to learn the the essentials of managing yourself and others plus a individual mentor session with Rob Legge. Explore time management, communications, taking a proactive approach in the morning. Afternoon session covers simple effective ways to empower your team, use delegation and manage performance. Fee is £245 to book email [email protected] Read more