The Kings Award for Voluntary Service is the highest award given to local volunteer groups across the UK - it is the MBE for volunteer groups! Join us for a short online info session to hear about the nomination & assessment process, benefits to volunteers & more! ➡️https://ow.ly/9GNV50X6UHp

The latest edition of VTraining is out now! Check your inbox or download your copy here 👉 mailchi.mp/volunteernow... We have FREE online capacity building volunteer management trg for grps in the Belfast City Council area - but hurry! Places are filling up fast! There's an article about the...1/2

The Sept edition of VConnect is out now! Check your inbox or download here ➡️https://bit.ly/VConnectSept25 Check out the new report from Works4u, we have an exciting announcement about Fleadh Cheoil 2026, helpful info on #PositiveAgeingMonth inc Link, Lunch & Learn sessions, free online...1/2

UK would become a ‘dystopian state’ without volunteers, report warns

🆕 We're seeking a Youth Engagement Co-ordinator responsible for promoting and developing youth volunteering, recognition, youth social action and supporting volunteer involving organisations as they involve young people as volunteers. 👉 ow.ly/lCrF50WO6Is #Vacancies #Jobs #WeAreHiring #CharityJobs

The VCSE sector’s future is digital, but many orgs still face skills gaps, resource challenges & tech barriers. NICVA’s Autumn 2025 Digital Series offers practical, hands-on sessions to help you thrive. Read what’s ahead 👉 bit.ly/3Hsuh9w #DigitalCapacity #NICVAtraining

Sometimes managing & leading volunteer teams can present us with unique challenges that can be difficult to overcome. Join us for this short session on 24 Sept to explore strategies, case studies and more. Find out more & book your place here ➡️https://bit.ly/4m7crqM

Can you identify potential risks in your volunteering roles and projects? Do you know how assess these risks and manage them? Join us to explore these issues & more. 📅 10 Sept 2025 🕰️ 10am-12pm 📍 Online Find out more & book your place👉 ow.ly/CZ7k50Wsqyh

🆕 We're seeking a Youth Engagement Co-ordinator responsible for promoting and developing youth volunteering, recognition, youth social action and supporting volunteer involving organisations as they involve young people as volunteers. 👉 ow.ly/lCrF50WO6Is #Vacancies #Jobs #WeAreHiring #CharityJobs

The latest edition of VTraining is out now! Check your inbox or download here 👉 mailchi.mp/volunteernow... We have info on FREE online capacity building volunteer management training for groups in the Belfast City Council area, an article about the ILM Level 3 Award in Volunteer Management, ...1/2

Can you identify potential risks in your volunteering roles and projects? Do you know how assess these risks and manage them? Join us to explore these issues & more. 📅 10 Sept 2025 🕰️ 10am-12pm 📍 Online Find out more & book your place👉 ow.ly/CZ7k50Wsqyh

Does your group operate in the Belfast City Council area? If so, join us for this FREE online workshop to ensure you have all the right elements in place before seeking new volunteers, or to refresh your current practices for maximum impact! Find out more here 👉 ow.ly/7Ulx50WHrHH

September is here! It must be time to check for the August Community Funding Bulletin - your one-stop download to catch up on all of last month's funding posts. Get it online here: supportingcommunities.org/funding-bull... #fundingsupport

🆕 We're seeking a Youth Engagement Co-ordinator responsible for promoting and developing youth volunteering, recognition, youth social action and supporting volunteer involving organisations as they involve young people as volunteers. 👉 ow.ly/lCrF50WO6Is #Vacancies #Jobs #WeAreHiring #CharityJobs

Are you a volunteer fundraiser or do you support volunteer fundraisers in NI? Join the Fundraising Regulator as we explore the new Code of Fundraising & its implications for volunteers & for those who fundraise in NI. Book your FREE place here 👉 ow.ly/TzjK50WsvmS

The Aug edition of VConnect is out now! Check your inbox or click the link here to download your copy ➡️ bit.ly/VConnectAug25 Are you thinking of refreshing your volunteer programmes? Have a read of Denise's intro article for some links to help you! We've an infographic with fantastic stats...1/2

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We know banking is still a major barrier for many in our sector. We’re bringing organisations, the Charity Commission, and political reps together to push for action. 📅 Insight Exchange: Banking 6 August | 2–4pm | NICVA, Belfast 🔗 Book now: bit.ly/4lP2M8L #CharityBanking #VoiceOfTheSector

Check out some of the courses we have coming up in August! 👉 www.volunteernow.co.uk/training/cou... We also have On Demand courses you can complete anytime, anywhere! 👉 www.volunteernow.co.uk/training/on-... Don't see what you need? Get in touch to see if we can offer it as tailored training.

The Community Foundation’s vision is a fair and equitable society for everyone. We want to see a place where generosity and fairness changes lives, communities flourish, and everyone feels they belong. Find out how to apply for the Equity in Action fund: communityfoundationni.org/grants/the-e...

Join Volunteer Now, @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social Students Union and @ulsteruni.bsky.social Students Union as we discuss tactics, learning, challenges & successes for the positive & meaningful recruitment of students as volunteers. 📅 20 Aug 2025 🕰️ 10-11.30am 📍 Online 👉 ow.ly/UYPi50WcIGh

The July edition of VConnect is out now! Check your inbox or click here to download your copy ▶️ bit.ly/VConnectJuly25 This year's Volunteers' Week was the biggest ever in NI! Read all about it in this edition, along with articles on this year's Good Relations Week, Volunteer Friendly and...1/2

Big thank you to all of those who attended our 'Corporate and Community' drop-in day at ReStore Lisnagelvin! Have you thought about volunteering with us when we open this summer? Learn more and sign up online: www.habitatireland.org/joinus/restore/volunteer @volunteernow.bsky.social

🚨Closing today🚨 Click here to complete the survey - bit.ly/IVYSurvey #IVY2026 #YourVoiceMatters #FutureofVolunteering #CalltoAction

Our Volunteering Support Officers, Aislinn & Wenda, attended the launch of Golf in Society in Greenisland Golf Club, a new project that has come to NI. This exciting new initiative specialises in improving the lives of our ageing population by putting golf at the heart of local communities...1/2

CLOSING TOMORROW Join our dynamic, person-centred organisation offering hybrid & flexible working, health & pension benefits. ▶️ Youth Worker Heroes+ (full-time) ▶️ Assistant Youth Worker Heroes+ (part-time) ▶️ Communications Manager (full-time) 👉 www.volunteernow.co.uk/vacancies/ #Vacancies #Jobs

We're hiring! Be part of a values-led team helping young people build confidence, resilience & community. 💫 Work directly with young people in a role built on trust, support & everyday impact 🏡Hybrid & flexible working 💚Health & pension plan Closes: 8 July at 4pm www.volunteernow.co.uk/vacancies/

The latest VTraining is out now! Check your inbox or download here 👉 mailchi.mp/volunteernow... We have #safeguarding & #volunteermanagement training & 2 FREE VOLT Sessions! The first with @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social Students' Union & @ulsteruni.bsky.social Students Union and then join us ...1/2

Join Volunteer Now, @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social Students Union and @ulsteruni.bsky.social Students Union as we discuss tactics, learning, challenges & successes for the positive & meaningful recruitment of students as volunteers. 📅 20 Aug 2025 🕰️ 10-11.30am 📍 Online 👉 ow.ly/UYPi50WcIGh

We're hiring! Join our dynamic, person-centred organisation offering hybrid & flexible working, health & pension benefits. ▶️ Youth Worker Heroes+ (full-time) ▶️ Assistant Youth Worker Heroes+ (part-time) ▶️ Communications Manager (full-time) 👉 www.volunteernow.co.uk/vacancies/ #Vacancies #Jobs

Check out some of the courses we have coming up in July! 👉 ow.ly/abcT50UNKFC We also have On Demand courses you can complete anytime, anywhere! 👉 www.volunteernow.co.uk/training/on-... Don't see what you need? Get in touch to see if we can offer it as tailored training.

Deadline approaching ⏰ We are looking for a new Treasurer/Trustee to help us keep caring for people by caring for their pets. If you're a qualified accountant, get in touch ahead of this Friday's closing date 👇 www.rosiestrust.org/news/trustee...

We're hiring! Join our dynamic, person-centred organisation offering hybrid & flexible working, health & pension benefits. ▶️ Youth Worker Heroes+ (full-time) ▶️ Communications Manager (full-time) More info 👉 www.volunteernow.co.uk/vacancies/ #Vacancies #Jobs #WeAreHiring #CharityJobs

💸 New £4m Dormant Assets for All fund now open! NI VCSE orgs can apply for £300–£20k to help build capacity and long-term sustainability. Apply when ready — no fixed deadline. 🔗 tinyurl.com/3k3jemkz #GrantTracker #DormantAssetsNI

This week’s funding news: 🤝 Up to £50k to strengthen NI / GB community links 🎨 £100k arts grants for climate action 🌳 £250–£2.5k for tree planting 📚 Up to £750k for research on education, welfare, justice 🌐 Grants for overseas work & environment 🔗 tinyurl.com/y32mb8bz #GrantTracker

🎙️ The rise and rise of micro-volunteering... 🤔 What is it and how will it impact the #thirdsector? 🎧In the latest episode as we chat to Flik Walls from @wcvacymru.bsky.social & Alice O'Boyle from @volunteernow.bsky.social #VolunteersWeek #VolunteerVoices #MicroVolunteering #VolunteerNow