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Free training programme gives Lisburn and Castlereagh community groups practical skills through to March
Volunteers and staff can book free sessions covering funding applications, first aid, safeguarding, governance, data protection, food hygiene, diversity and event marshalling.
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South Norfolk community groups can apply for up to £10,000 to improve local greenspaces
A fresh round of South Norfolk Council’s Nature Conservation Fund is offering grants for community-led projects that help wildlife, climate resilience and access to greener places.
Wiltshire community lottery helps Calne group turn local support into practical impact
Wiltshire's community lottery is helping a Calne good cause raise money and connect more residents with its work.
North Ayrshire residents will decide how an £82,000 community fund is spent
Community groups can bid for an £82,185 fund, with local residents helping decide which projects receive support.
Manchester more than doubles core funding for 80 voluntary and community organisations
Manchester’s main voluntary-sector fund has risen from £2.4m to £5.5m a year, with £16.5m allocated across three years to 80 organisations.
Twenty Newcastle community organisations share £400,000 for spaces, services and accessibility
Twenty Newcastle voluntary organisations have received grants between £10,700 and £30,000 for community buildings, youth work, health, arts and sport.
Swansea Bay digital programme is turning infrastructure spending into community support
Charities and community organisations across the Swansea Bay City Region are receiving devices, funding and digital support through social-value commitments linked to a major infrastructure programme.