📢 We're hiring! The League of Friends of Teddington Memorial Hospital is recruiting a part-time, hybrid Operations Administrator (18–20 hrs/week). Interested? Get in touch for the full job description and application details. friends-tmh.co.uk/vacancy-oper... #Hiring #Operations #Administrator

This year's Full of Life #funding from @richmondcouncil.bsky.social is open now! Local #VCS organisations supporting older people to stay active can apply for events & activities taking place in October, around International Day of Older Persons & Silver Sunday Apply by 3 Aug 2026 orlo.uk/P9UU6

Have your say on Heathrow's expansion plans - 23 Jul 2026 Residents are encouraged to join this meeting with @richmondcouncil.bsky.social to share views on the government's ongoing consultation on a 3rd runway Join in-person (TW1) or online Register now ⬇️ www.richmond.gov.uk/news/news_ju...

Variety's the spice of life, they say... There's some great #local #job opportunities in our network right now, including: 🔶 www.elleraycentre.org 🔶 www.trjfptwickenham.com 🔶 www.citizensadvicerichmond.org If there's something you're interested in, apply now! bit.ly/3CP3BcJ

Any local resident with concerns about safety along the TfL-managed A316 is invited to join @richmondcouncil.bsky.social to raise their worries, questions & suggestions directly with them at next Tuesday (21 Jul) Find out more & sign up to the online meeting ⬇️ www.richmond.gov.uk/news/news_ju...

📢 Tomorrow's the day 📢 St Margarets Fair is another fantastic annual community event in the local calendar And it supports local schools & good causes in the area too! Enjoy a fabulous day out on your doorstep 😎

London has an Amber Heat-Health Alert in place until at least 9pm on Sunday 12th July ⚠️ 🌡️ Look out for people who might struggle to keep cool 💧 Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated 😎 Avoid being in the sun 11am-3pm Find a Cool Space in London to take shelter: apps.london.gov.uk/cool-spaces

Jenny, our Health & Wellbeing Services Manager, attended the Summer Violence Against Women and Girls Community Forum at York House last week. A great opportunity to connect with local organisations, share ideas and enjoy a relaxing aromatherapy session. 💜 #VAWG #Wellbeing #CommunityPartnerships

If you have a child with dyslexia in Richmond, you're invited to join Richmond Dyslexia Assocation next week for advice & support from parents & specialists

Richmond Council is supporting the creation of a new Community Energy Cooperative. If you want to learn more about community energy and the benefits it can provide local communities, make sure to attend the Council's free workshop. Book now: www.tickettailor.com/events/commu...

Woman's Trust has more free in-person workshops for young women and girls (6-25 years) in London who have experienced unhealthy relationships 🔶 Red Flags & Gut Feelings - 8 Jul 🔶 Lost & Found: Reclaiming Your Sense of Self - 15 Jul For more details or to register, get in touch by email or phone

London has an Amber Heat-Health Alert in place until at least 9pm on Sunday 12th July ⚠️ 🌡️ Look out for people who might struggle to keep cool 💧 Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated 😎 Avoid being in the sun 11am - 3pm Find a Cool Space in London to take shelter: apps.london.gov.uk/cool-spaces/

Free Summer Wellbeing Programme If you know any Richmond-based sanctuary seekers, let them know about this free local programme from @learnenglishathome.bluesky.social A lovely mix of activities offering learning & connection To find out more, call 020 8255 6144 or email [email protected]

If you have a brilliant idea but need help to turn it into a great charitable project, this online workshop is for you! Get expert advice on what you need to consider * Richmond-based groups - look for your discount ticket * bit.ly/4oYAXgI

Looking for some local family fun this weekend? The annual Teddington Village Fair, organised by the Teddington & The Hamptons Rotary Club, is back this Sunday Stay safe in the sun & support your local community 😎

Join Richmond CVS for an in-person Volunteer Coordinators' Forum to discuss key topics and network with other Coordinators. This Forum is for Volunteer Coordinators, or anyone with responsibility for recruiting and managing volunteers working in the borough of Richmond. buff.ly/GOTCqR6

TRUSTEE FORWARD Round 2 Application Window - closes 29 July New trustee or an aspiring Chair of a Richmond-based organisation? Want access to an exclusive fully funded training package, 1-2-1 mentoring & peer support? Take a look, get in touch if you have questions & apply now bit.ly/3WBMi9r

Pinch punch, first of the month ... and our July newsletter is out! It really is packed with useful information & resources for our sector every month Not subscribed? Avoid future FOMO - go to 'Get Our Newsletter' on our Home webpage & fill out the short online form bit.ly/4xXNPIb

Are you following us yet? 👀 From exclusive offers and competitions to fundraising inspiration and updates from amazing causes, we've got plenty to brighten up your feed. Give us a follow this #SocialMediaDay and stay in the loop. 💙

#CommunicatingClimate is back! 🌍 Our FREE, award-winning online training programme helps small-to-medium climate justice organisations strengthen their communications, sharpen their campaigns and amplify their impact. Apply by Friday 31 July: mediatrust.org/communicating-climate

❤️ SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL HOSPITAL WHILE HAVING FUN ❤️ For around seven years, the League of Friends has been a designated charity for Hampton Social Club's Quiz Night. Join us for an enjoyable evening of trivia, laughter, and community spirit on 31st July. See you there!

RCVS Health & Wellbeing Network – 13 Jul (online) Does your VCS organisation work in health & wellbeing? Join us for a great chance to network with local colleagues, learn about relevant updates & initiatives, & inform future developments Register now bit.ly/446NpBE

R2 of our free programme is open now to #trustees in Richmond upon Thames It's a fantastic opportunity for both participants & mentors We'll start reviewing initial applications very soon - don't miss out With thanks to @richmondfoundation.org.uk for their continued support bit.ly/3WBMi9r

Tomorrow is @ArmedForcesDay - a chance to show your support & celebrate all those who are part of the Armed Forces community Find a local events to join at the Armed Forces Day Events page or visit The Poppy Factory any time - their next Discovery Day in on 30 Jun www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

#SmallCharityWeek Final post for the week & a tiny example of amazing results from @learnenglishathome.bsky.social in 2024/25: • 371 unique clients - from 64 countries, with 43+ languages • 175 x 1-2-1 support • 242 across 9 classes Thank you for helping empower our diverse community 🙏❤️

📢 New #FUNDING - apply by 9 Jul 📢 @rmpartnersnhscanceralliance.bsky.social is launching their new Community Grant Programme with small grants to the VCS in NW & SW London for three high impact cancer awareness campaigns No prior experience required - lots of support provided! bit.ly/4oJXii4

49% of UK accidental drownings in the summer with a heightened risk when its 25+ degrees Jumping into the river may be tempting but there are real risks to life: ⚠️ cold water shock ⚠️ hidden objects ⚠️ river traffic Please encourage everyone to swim safely www.rlss.org.uk/listing/cate...

RED heat🥵health alert Wed 24-Thu 25 June. Please look after yourself and check in on vulnerable family, friends & others: • Close curtains & windows • Drink lots of water • Stay out of the sun 11am–3pm • Know the signs of heat exhaustion & heatstroke @england.nhs.uk nhs.uk/heatwave #BeatTheHeat

NEW #FUNDING WEBINAR - 30 Jun Climate & Environmental Justice Learn about a great opportunity from @citybridgefndn.bsky.social for climate & community resilience projects in London - empower the people most affected by climate change, environmental hazards & pollution bit.ly/4uQJSCl

#SmallCharityWeek The Mulberry Centre 2024/5: ❤️ 1,881 welcome sessions, emotional, financial & other support ❤️ 2,155 counselling & coaching sessions 🙏 333 support groups ❤️ 2,058 complementary therapy sessions ❤️ 2,218 wellbeing classes ❤️ 694 workshops ❤️ 645 social/creative activities 🙏 🙏 🙏

We know our network is looking after their beneficiaries & teams during the current RED Health & Extreme Heat period Organisations can find a Public Health's presentation on their Hot Weather Plan on our Community Resilience webpage to help a collective response richmondcvs.org.uk/voice-and-in...

#SmallCharityWeek In 2025, Cooking Up distributed 6,066 food parcels to people in need - almost 2,000 were for children In our most deprived wards, they offer free educational cookery lessons, skills, confidence, connection & social inclusion - great ingredients for a stronger community! ❤️

#SmallCharityWeek @barnescommon.bsky.social - another fabulous local small charity makes invaluable contributions to individual wellbeing & our environment "Such an inclusive & welcoming group, I really enjoyed working with them. Simply being in nature is wonderful for my well-being!" (volunteer)

📢 #FUNDING - cardfactory Foundation Community Fund 📢 Apply now - open for 2 weeks only Don’t miss the chance to apply for £10,000 if your registered charity's work is in financial hardship, hardship or crisis, or vulnerable children & young people richmondcvs.org.uk/funding-card...

#SmallsForSmalls Week has 21 webinars and we’re kicking off on Monday with these 4: How to Find Funding in Tough Times. Reclaiming your charity's impact. Ethical Storytelling for Small Charities. And choosing & implementing a database resource www.charityexcellence.co.uk/free-charity...

#SmallCharityWeek We're shining a light on the difference our small charities make every day Kicking off with the borough's 10 brilliant local community centres which are amongst the many mighty organisations we're lucky to have Thanks for helping make us stronger in every way ❤️

Ready for @KewFete tomorrow? It's one of our borough's fantastic free annual summer & very family friendly events - that does great things for local good causes too! Make sure you're prepared for a hot one & have a great day 🎠 🎪 🎶 😊

The Fore Autumn 2026 Funding Round Registration window opens 8 July to 15 July 2026 Small VCS organisations can apply for up to £45,000, over 1-3 years to grow, strengthen & become more efficient or resilient Join an online Q&A session (8 Jul) to find out more richmondcvs.org.uk/funding-the-...

Amber Heat-Health Alert - until 23 June Please take care & help others in your community ❤️ Check in on vulnerable people 🗺️ Use the Cool Spaces map to find respite while out & about 💧 Drink plenty of water & stay hydrated 😎 Avoid being in the sun 11am - 3pm www.london.gov.uk/programmes-s...

NEW FUNDRAISER #JOB OPPORTUNITY - apply by 6 Jul 2026 If you're an experienced, motivated & proven fundraiser & keen to support vulnerable young people in crisis, you could be perfect for the small, friendly team at Off The Record Twickenham richmondcvs.org.uk/category/jobs/

Richmond Trustee Network Meeting - Artificial Intelligence (AI) Mon 6 Jul 2026, 6pm - 7.30pm (online) We couldn't be more excited to welcome @charityexcellence.bsky.social as our guest speaker at next next month's online meeting It's a hot topic & bound to be a hot ticket bit.ly/4esurdC

Spotted by an eagle-eyed colleague in the King's Birthday Honours List Huge congratulations to a local volunteer, Susan Garner, for services to mental health Sue is Volunteer Facilitator at Carers In Mind, RB Mind Well deserved recognition for a wonderful individual & for volunteering 🎖️🎖️

Have you seen the #Job opportunities currently available around our network? If you have the right skills, don't miss applying to some great local #VCS organisations - Richmond Carers Centre, Off the Record Twickenham & ourselves! bit.ly/3CP3BcJ

What small charity couldn't benefit from a professionally made short film to raise its profile? Light & Star Media are once again offering one lucky UK organisation exactly that for #SmallCharityWeek ✅ Pre-production ✅ Filming ✅ Post-production Complete the short online application by 29 June

#SmallsForSmalls is back for #SmallCharityWeek (next week!) Find loads of webinars, resources, reports & guides for small charities, organised by the smalls themselves & their friends Thank you Charity Excellence Framework 🙏 www.charityexcellence.co.uk/free-charity...

Industrial Action by resident doctors has been announced - from 7am this Monday 15 June until 6:59 am on Friday 19 June During strike action the NHS is still here for people who need it Please use 111.nhs.uk & only use 999 for life-threatening emergencies bit.ly/3QwN7Rk

Weekend plans? Join the Richmond Sustainability Forum at The Fixery tomorrow with @richmondcouncil.bsky.social 🕙11am - 1pm 📍Grove Gardens Chapel, W10 6HP Chat about the circular economy, get an item fixed, swap clothes, have a cuppa & connect with other residents ♻️ 🛠️ 🫖 😊 ➡️ bit.ly/3Q1inHX

Help Home-Start Richmond, Kingston & Hounslow double their donations & hit their target this week 30 for 30 is their anniversary campaign to raise £30,000 & double it with match funding from Childhood Trust Any donation or share before 16 Jun could make a huge difference 🙏 bit.ly/CheerforChil...

⌛ Apply for free Worthwhile Chat access by 26th June! Deloitte is supporting 150 free places on Worthwhile Chat, the generative AI tool built by CAST and The Developer Society. Open to those new to AI, who work for UK registered charities with an income of under £1m. Apply here 👉 buff.ly/MEStUBB

#SmallsForSmalls week returns 22 to 26 June - loads of free webinars for smalls delivered by the smalls and their friends; but everyone is welcome. Plus new free resources, links to all our recent smalls reports. www.charityexcellence.co.uk/free-charity...