What do you do if you encounter problem behaviour from volunteers, have an uncomfortable team dynamic, or hear of inappropriate activity or behaviour? Whether you're a trustee, staff member or volunteer, don't miss this session with @robjconsulting.bsky.social bit.ly/47TL53k

Time for a change? Are you looking for a new challenge, there are some great new job opportunities you can apply for now, inc: - @ruils.bsky.social - ADHDEmbrace - Hampton & Hampton Hill Voluntary Care - Vineyard Community Centre - Multicultural Richmond richmondcvs.org.uk/category/jobs/

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Resident doctor strike - Tue 7 Apr to Mon 13 Apr Please attend your GP and dental appointments unless you are contacted & told otherwise Use 111.nhs.uk & in life-threatening emergencies call 999 www.southwestlondon.icb.nhs.uk/news/residen...

Resident doctor strike - Tue 7 Apr to Mon 13 Apr During strike action the NHS is still here for people who need it Use 111.nhs.uk & in life-threatening emergencies call 999 www.southwestlondon.icb.nhs.uk/news/residen...

Resident doctors strike - Tue 7 Apr to Mon 13 Apr You will be contacted if your appointment needs to change - please attend appointments unless you are told otherwise Use 111.nhs.uk & in life-threatening emergencies call 999 www.southwestlondon.icb.nhs.uk/news/residen...

REMINDER - closes 12 Apr 2026 NHS South West London invites local people 18+ who are on the waiting list for, or who have recently had, an ADHD assessment to take part in a short survey to help design future support www.smartsurvey.co.uk/t/I15754

Let SW London NHS have your views on one or more of their outpatient services: • Skin concerns • Stomach or digestive issues • Women’s health concerns Help them support people to be seen in the right place, at the right time, with the right support www.smartsurvey.co.uk/t/SWLICBoutp...

🔥 Calling all fire starters & adventurers 🔥 Could you support & inspire future generations with the 3rd Hampton Hill Scout Group? Get in touch asap - they would love to hear from you Email [email protected]

Charity applications for a share of the profits from Kew Fete are open now Since 2010, £244,980 has been given away to 48 charities in the Richmond area Local good causes can apply until 30 May 2026 (but the sooner you can, the better!) kewfete.org/charity/

Easter Bank Holiday Our office will be closed on Good Friday & Easter Monday, reopening at 9am on Tuesday 7 April We'll get back to emails & messages as soon as we can but you can also find lots of information & resources on our website Hope you have good weekends www.richmondcvs.org.uk

Don't miss... The Summer round of unrestricted #funding for small charities from The Fore closes at 12 midday TOMORROW (1 Apr) thefore.org/apply-for-fu...

FREE EVENT: Vision Zone Open Day Thu 9 Apr 2026, 11am - 2pm @etnacentre.bsky.social is hosting a sight loss & blindness support open day created by Optelec UK Drop-in to try out the latest technology hands-on, chat to a range of local service providers & lots more etnacentre.org/etna-events/

Working in the charity sector is highly rewarding, but its unique pressures mean that it can also be emotionally demanding. Our online workshop on Strengthening Resilience is designed to help you thrive, not just survive, by offering practical tools, peer support and more. Book now: bit.ly/4t2EKe1

Our friends at @ruils.bsky.social are launching a new 10-week NHS accredited affordable Yoga 4 Health programme for adults with higher levels of physical inactivity due to a range of lifestyle illnesses Tuesday mornings at the Elleray Centre - starts14 April Email [email protected]

Are you 18+ and on the waiting list for - or recently had - an ADHD assessment? Or do you know anyone 18+ who is/has? SW London NHS wants to hear your views with their short (10 min) survey to help design future support Open until 12 April www.smartsurvey.co.uk/t/I15754

#Funding Beyond Grants: An Introduction to Social Investment Wed 15 Apr, 10am - 11.30am online Our friends at KVA are offering a limited number of free places on this forthcoming session for Richmond-based organisations Take a look & book asap bit.ly/4sygBMh

#Funding for swimming instruction & water safety education - apply by 30 March 2026 The Children's Alliance is offering grants of up to £15,000 to enhance children’s physical & mental wellbeing through water-based activity Projects must begin after June 26 childrensalliance.org.uk/grant-applic...

Delighted to hear from Debra Allcock Tyler Directory of Social Change to wrap up proceedings #Funding Focus

Final workshops on the key skills of budgeting for funding applications from Merton Connected & evidencing need from Superhighways

AI & Income Strategy to start the afternoon #Funding Focus

Buzzing Marketplace & lunchtime networking #Funding Focus

Next up (before we take a break), we hear from London's Giving, Groundwork & TNL Heritage Fund

FIrst panel discussions of the day - corporate partnerships & how to make your applications stand out

Really helpful insight & information for applications to Shanly Foundation - thank you Clare

Next up, Fraser from The National Lottery Community Fund

Our first guest speaker, with positive words, Helen Mathie from London Funders

Beginning with a packed house #Funding Focus

FREE Dementia Friends Information Session - THIS THURSDAY There's still time for staff, trustees & volunteers of #VCS organisations supporting local residents to join our in-person awareness session & improve your knowledge & understanding bit.ly/4aSl0lA

Help shape the future of the Connect More programme Since 2022, Barnes Community Association has been helping residents become more confident with mobile phones & digital skills Let them have your your views for future sessions Take their short survey by 31 March forms.office.com/e/DU89PtsNJG

Climate Connected Communities - are you joining today's launch? If you have creative ideas to build climate resilience in the community @groundworkuk & London Resilience are offering grants of £1,000 to #VCS groups Register & join the online event bit.ly/4lv9B0a

Explore real-world ethical dilemmas relevant to your work in our training on Ethical Issues in Volunteer Engagement. This online session aims to improve volunteer coordinators' confidence and decision-making in challenging situations. Find out more and book your place: bit.ly/4lF8laN

#FUNDING Rowntree's Free the Fund Community Grant Programme is funding groups up to £10k to host fun summer activities in the local community. This can include transforming an outdoor space, running a summer art festival, or purchasing equipment. Find out further info here: bit.ly/4lOfx4E

Many people with dementia suffer from loneliness due to stigma, making it more important than ever to increase knowledge about the condition and change perceptions. Join our free Dementia Friends Information Session to learn how you can support those who may have dementia: bit.ly/4aSl0lA

If you're exploring new ways to fund your VCS group's growth or strengthen its long-term sustainability, you won't want to miss Kingston Voluntary Action's online session on social investment. Limited free tickets are available for Richmond groups, so book while you still can:

Do you have creative ideas to build climate resilience in the community? Groundwork & London Resilience are offering grants of £1,000 to VCS groups with solution-focused ideas for climate resilience. Find out more and register for the online design launch: bit.ly/4lv9B0a

Looking for a new job? There are lots of exciting vacancies at local charities including Multicultural Richmond, Mortlake Community Association, Richmond Mencap and more. Take a look at the full range on our website: richmondcvs.org.uk/category/jobs/

Woman's Trust are holding a free workshop on 23 March for residents who have experienced domestic abuse. The session will explore attachment styles, trauma bonds and survival patterns in a compassionate space. To sign up, please email [email protected] or call 02070340303

Ruils next free community Health Fair is a walk-in health and wellbeing event in Mortlake on Friday 20th March from 1pm to 3pm.

"The pace was perfect, content was fascinating & it was so well managed to include & empower each one of us, despite our different organisations & varied levels of experience" Richmond-based #VCS groups - book this new training series from Lime Green Consulting now! bit.ly/4bnSdqC

Our network is full of brilliant women – on #IWD2026 we celebrate them all! A recent local example, from the many, who #GiveToGain “Hallie’s @ruils.bsky.social energy, skills & enthusiasm have always impressed me...so generous & dynamic in bringing colleagues together...to share & support" (Sid)

Ahead of #IWD2026 this Sunday Our network is full of brilliant women & we celebrate them all! Here's just one recent example, from the many, who #GiveToGain “I felt inspired by Isabelle Swann...how one person with a good idea can have such a positive impact on the community” (Fran)

FUNDING FOCUS - FINAL EXTRA TICKETS RELEASED Last spaces available for SW London #VCS groups - it's all about supporting you! Get in touch with your local SW London CVS to get your 50% discount Tickets include a choice of workshops, lunch & refreshments richmondcvs.org.uk/funding-focu...

The NHS South West London want to hear from local residents about proposed changes to sleep apnoea services in Richmond. Your views are important & will help shape what happens next. The survey closes on 9 March & you can complete it here: orlo.uk/CnEcC @richmondcvs.bsky.social @england.nhs.uk

Our March newsletter is out! Another issue packed with information and updates for the local #VCS If it's not reaching your inbox directly, do sign up from our Home webpage bit.ly/4r5Vxew

This sounds like a really rewarding local opportunity for anyone with the right skills

FOR LOCAL VCS TRUSTEES & LEADERS Richmond Trustee Network: Diversity & Inclusion on Boards Lunch & Learn Expert Panel Discussion & Networking (online) Tue 3 Mar 2026, 12pm - 1pm There's still time to register for tomorrow's special panel discussion bit.ly/4tqj24q

FREE Dementia Friends Info Session - 26 Mar 2026 For #VCS staff, trustees & volunteers of organisations supporting local residents Join an in-person awareness session & improve your knowledge of dementia & how to be a supportive friend to those in need bit.ly/4aSl0lA

It's your last chance to apply for some exciting jobs in our network: - The People Hive - @thamesboatproject.bsky.social Applications close TODAY! And there's a little longer to go for @AdhdEmbraceUK bit.ly/3CP3BcJ

⌛ 2 days left to share your AI needs in our survey! We use the results of our annual AI survey to develop new support resources - and influence the wider sector response. The survey takes ten minutes, and all responses are anonymous. Closes 28 Feb 👉 buff.ly/fsvJaZr #AI #survey #charity #support