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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 11h

... have resulted in ‘Working together for a better Cumbria – The VCFSE Manifesto’. We will be using this in our ongoing discussions with the combined authority and Mayoral candidates – and you can too. View the Manifesto here: cumbriacvs.org.uk/wp-content/u...

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 11h

With devolution progressing in #Cumbria, we held a workshop at our AGM in December 2025, to kick-off a conversation about what our sector’s key asks and commitments are. Subsequent workshops, and working with our colleagues at Cumbria Youth Alliance and ACT (Action with communities in Cumbria)...

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 19h

Plus, details of a drop-in event with Kate on 22nd October... in an ice cream parlour! Read Kate's blog here: cumbriacvs.org.uk/news/support...

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 19h

Mid #Copeland Development Officer, Kate, updates us on what she's been up to in her latest blog. From being busy in Thornhill, to funding searches, governance support and helping with trustee recruitment, it's been a busy few months!

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Best Practice in Business Support: How to write a business plan. Monday 16th November, online. Join this session on Business Planning to gain the knowledge and confidence to develop a practical and effective plan for your organisation or project.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

We also promoted Cumbria CVS membership and the members area of our website for further information and resources to support Volunteer Managers, along with additional support on funding, governance and business development. For more information see : cumbriacvs.org.uk/members/join/

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

We LOVE bringing together Volunteering Managers in Cumbria! Last week we hosted the County Volunteering Network meeting in Penrith bringing together 25+ organisations. We shared the draft Vision for Volunteering Strategy, an update on the Freemasons Volunteering Project + Volunteering for Health.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Did you see our wonderful volunteer Susan on ITV Border last week? Susan attended our Penrith Volunteering Fair as part of the Age Friendly Festival to help at the event. She was interviewed by Border TV around the volunteering roles she does and the benefits of volunteering!

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

This session focuses specifically on the roles and responsibilities of trustees, giving you a practical understanding of what it means to be a trustee and the important part trustees play in the effective governance of an organisation. crm.cumbriacvs.org.uk/civicrm/even...

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Best Practice in Governance Session 1:Introduction to roles and responsibilities of Trustees | Cumbria CVS

Join us for the first of three core learning sessions of Best Practice in Governance designed to build your knowledge, skills and confidence in supporting and leading a small charity or community…

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Best Practice in Governance: Introduction to roles and responsibilities of Trustees. Tues 10th November, online. Join us for the first of 3 core learning sessions designed to build your knowledge, skills and confidence in supporting and leading a small charity or community group.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

You'll also find links to useful resources, information and news! cumbriacvs.org.uk/news/cumbria...

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

September's Cumbria CVS Green blog is here! Helen Attewell, Cumbria Sustainability Network Coordinator at Futureproof Cumbria, explains how community energy can put local people at the heart of energy projects, with examples and details of free support available to develop your energy ideas.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Environmental and sustainability policy workshop, Tuesday 10th November, online. This workshop will cover the importance of having an environmental and sustainability policy, how to write one, and how to implement effective action plans. crm.cumbriacvs.org.uk/civicrm/even...

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Whether you want to expand your network, share learning, find new partners or access new opportunities, this will be a valuable space to connect, contribute and make a difference together. Book your place here: crm.cumbriacvs.org.uk/civicrm/even...

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VCSFE Networking Meeting - Barrow in Furness | Cumbria CVS

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

VCSFE Networking Meeting - #Barrow, Monday 2nd November. An opportunity to: - Network with colleagues from across the sector - Share ideas & challenges - Discover funding and development opportunities - Explore ways of working together collaboratively to strengthen support for local communities.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Kat can also offer support and information to voluntary and community groups about grant funding opportunities, governance, business planning and sustainability, and volunteer management. Thursday 8th October, in #Bootle.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Drop-in session - Meet the South Copeland Development Officer. Come and have a chat about how we can support your group or organisation. Find out about setting up a new voluntary group or charity, or volunteering in your community.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Find out who Kat has been helping over the summer, and how you can have a chat in-person in October to get support, in this new blog: cumbriacvs.org.uk/news/from-ga...

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

From gardens and halls, to heritage and conservation…. Kat Hercberg is our South Copeland Development Officer, supporting communities across the area from Thwaites to Drigg, including Millom, Bootle, Corney, Eskdale, and the Duddon Valley.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Alongside our formal AGM, we'll be launching our new strategy, hearing from a range of partner organisations, and exploring how we can use the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise sector manifesto to influence the work of the new Cumbria Combined Authority.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Our 2026 AGM will be on Tuesday 1st December at #Kendal Town Hall. We'll be discussing navigating and influencing a changing Cumbria. crm.cumbriacvs.org.uk/civicrm/even... We look forward to seeing you!

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Check out our regularly updated selection of news, events and opportunities for September, curated by our Health & Wellbeing team. cumbriacvs.org.uk/news/health-...

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

It aims to equip you with a practical working knowledge of autism which you can then apply to your own practice in your organisation. Monday 19th October, #Workington. crm.cumbriacvs.org.uk/civicrm/even...

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Would you and your organisation like to have a better understanding of #Autism? This half day “Understanding Autism” training is CPD accredited, is developed and delivered by autistic people and is rooted in lived experience informed professional best practice.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

The Highfield Level 2 Award in Introduction to First Aid for Mental Health (Regulated Qualifications Framework) has been developed to allow learners to become a first aider for mental health in their workplace. Book your free place now! crm.cumbriacvs.org.uk/civicrm/even...

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Mental Health First Aid (Level 2 Award) | Cumbria CVS

Mental health is now firmly on the agenda for most workplaces when it comes to looking after their staff, with a growing awareness of its impact on individuals and businesses.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Mental Health First Aid (Level 2 Award) - 27th & 28th October, #Workington. Mental health is now firmly on the agenda for most workplaces when it comes to looking after their staff, with a growing awareness of its impact on individuals and businesses.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Read Becky's blog here: cumbriacvs.org.uk/news/explori...

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

One of our Community Co-researchers, Becky, discusses their background and motivation, and explains their research topic – exploring why informal carers experience poor sleep. Could you do your job if you were woken randomly several times a night to complete strenuous or complex tasks?

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

The training is being delivered by NCVO and is for any organisations that operate and deliver services in West Cumbria, as this training is part of the Bedrock Basics programme, supported by Cumbria Community Foundation. crm.cumbriacvs.org.uk/civicrm/even...

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NCVO Volunteers and the Law Training | Cumbria CVS

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Volunteers and the Law training - Wednesday 25th November, online. Join NCVO on this essential training for Volunteer Managers. If you are a responsible for recruiting, training, or supporting volunteers then don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

If you missed the event but are interested in volunteering visit volunteering.cumbriacvs.org.uk to register your interest and find out about local opportunities!

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https://volunteering.cumbriacvs.org.uk

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Thank you to all the organisations and student volunteers that came along to the Carlisle College Volunteering Fair last week. Huge thanks to Ellie and her team at Carlisle College for hosting the event and of course our wonderful volunteer Susan for helping out.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Best Practice in Governance: Introducing tools to support Trustees to carry out their responsibilities. Monday 30th November, online. Join us for the 2nd of 3 sessions designed to build your knowledge, skills and confidence in supporting and leading a small charity or community group.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

If your organisation is looking to recruit volunteers in Maryport or West Cumbria you are invited to book to a place. crm.cumbriacvs.org.uk/civicrm/even...

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Maryport Volunteering Fair | Cumbria CVS

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Maryport Volunteering Fair - Thursday 19th November. This event aims to attract the general public to come along and to meet local groups, charities or organisations to find out about local volunteering opportunities in West Cumbria and how individuals interested can register.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Come and join our lively and informative Mental Health Provider Forum event on Wednesday 18th November, online. Meet with other people from third sector organisations who have in interest in all things mental health and mental wellbeing in Cumbria.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The TSRCs offer a holistic, friendly phone call to help identify a person’s needs and goals at the time and offer signposting and onward referrals to services and support that best meet those needs. Want to know more? Visit our webpage for details! cumbriacvs.org.uk/health-wellb...

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The TSRC Team are all about connecting people with the incredible support offered by the voluntary sector, for example benefit check support, mental wellbeing, carer support, tackling loneliness, and so much more!

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

North Cumbria NHS, PCN, NWAS, and Adult Social colleagues, this message is for YOU! Our Third Sector Referral Coordinator (TSRC) team is here to support you, by taking referrals for people aged 18+ living in the North Cumbria health area.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

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Best Practice in Governance Session 1:Introduction to roles and responsibilities of Trustees | Cumbria CVS

Join us for the first of three core learning sessions of Best Practice in Governance designed to build your knowledge, skills and confidence in supporting and leading a small charity or community…

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Organisations confirmed as attending include: Sight Advice Friends of the Lake District Carers Support South Lakes The Armitt Museum St John's Hospice SSAFA The North West Air Ambulance charity NSPCC Sightline Cumbria Constabulary

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

A range of organisations will be present, showcasing their opportunities for you to join them, with a chance to ask questions, find out more about their work, and sign up. Discover the wide range of local opportunities available, when and where volunteers are needed, and how to become a volunteer.

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Cumbria CVS (Council for Voluntary Service) @cumbriacvs.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

South Lakes Volunteering Fair - This Sunday 4th October, 11am -2.30pm at Kendal Leisure Centre. Interested in volunteering in the #Kendal area? Don't miss this event to kickstart a whole new and exciting volunteering journey!

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