Happy Easter from @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social! Holy Week starts this Sunday. #Easter is the most important festival in the #Christian calendar, celebrating Jesus’ resurrection. #Birmingham is home to many Christians and churches that support #Communities year-round. More info:

It’s #SocialPrescribingDay! Social prescribing connects people to activities, groups & support that boost #health and #wellbeing. @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social provides directories to help #Birmingham residents find local support: www.bvsc.org/Listing/Cate...

For #Solihull residents only🙏 @solihullcouncil.bsky.social, @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social#Solihulland #MECCTrust invite you to a celebration of Solihull’s Future-Ready Homes: Energy & Climate Advice Project! 📅 Monday 30 March ⏰ 5-7pm 📍 Solihull Civic Suite Homer Rd, B91 9SE 🍽 Food provided

Interested in the upcoming #LocalElections on 7th May? Join an online information session with @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social to stay informed about voting for either yourself, or for those who you support in the local community. 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹, 𝟭𝟭𝗮𝗺: www.bvsc.org/Event/inform...

Happy 1st Birthday #WestMidlandsMultibank! 🥳Celebrating our positive impact on #children & families. Thanks to #Amazon & #business for donating surplus goods, @themultibank.bsky.social and #community partners for distributing to those in need. Find out more/ partner: www.bvsc.org/west-midland...

#Measles cases are spreading in #Birmingham, with unimmunised children under 5 most affected. Take action now to protect yourself and others. Learn about the symptoms here: www.nhs.uk/conditions/m... Find out more about the MMRV immunisation: www.nhs.uk/vaccinations...

We can’t wait to welcome you to our stall at this year’s 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 which brings together a range of services to support citizens with the cost of living, access to education, and pathways into employment. 26th March, 12-2pm, find out more! www.bvsc.org/Event/shapin...

What is a modern Brummie? Tell @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social what you love, what makes you proud, and what could make our city even better... Let's start a new conversation about #Birmingham www.bvsc.org/modern-day-b... #Birmingham#survey #BVSC #BirminghamCityCouncil

📣 Latest Community Investment Bulletin out now! See how #Birmingham #business & #community are collaborating to keep residents warm & fed. Also featured: Home Secretary's visit to Pitch 2 Progress @kiergroup.bsky.social #socialvalue work @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social

Do you use tobacco? Are you over 16 years old and in #Birmingham? #BirminghamCityCouncilPublicHealth seeks to understand the reasons behind higher than usual tobacco use. Please complete our survey to help shape support for smokers. #BVSCResearch www.surveymonkey.com/r/N9FDGD9

It was an honour to host the #Birmingham #VCFSE #CommunityCohesion Summit in partnership with #BRIG, #BirminghamCityPartnership, #BirminghamCityCouncil, #BirminghamCityFootballClub and more! Subscribe to #BVSC bulletin for findings from today’s discussions bvsc.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

Birmingham has a large Chinese community who will be celebrating Lunar New Year/Chinese New Year/Spring Festival - the Year of the Red Fire Horse - with celebrations until 23rd February. Discover lots of fun activities you can get involved in! 🐎 🏮 #HappyLunarNewYear www.bvsc.org/Event/lunar-...

Several major faith festivals start this week, including Lent and Ramadan. Each of these include a time of giving to focus on faith as well as giving to care for ourselves, our families, communities and planet. Please visit BVSC if you are looking for ideas for giving. www.bvsc.org/news/faith-f...

1 in 5 children face mental health challenges. Let’s make a difference together during #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek @place2becharity.bsky.social #CMHW2026 Discover some BVSC services for Children, Young People and Families: www.bvsc.org/early-help themultibank.co.uk/multibanks/w...

𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 - 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Are you involved in the voluntary and community sector? @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social and @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social welcome your expertise on how the sector can best support citizens on a 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟬

Do you employ staff across Birmingham and Solihull? Your workforce can access free NHS-approved support with the @getubetterapp.bsky.social app for people with common musculoskeletal conditions #MSK #GetUBetter #NHSEmployerSupportApp

We want to help you access vital funding in 2026. @easyfundraising.bsky.social has helped community organisations receive over £700k in 2025. Find out how your organisation can get a share this year: www.easyfundraising.org.uk/bvsc/ #fundraising #volunteering #community #BVSC

⚡️ **Energy Savers Week | 19–25 Jan 2026** Small changes = big savings. @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social BrumEnergy can give #Birmingham residents with #health needs or #disabilities tips to cut energy use and bills. 🔗 www.bvsc.org/Event/energy... #Birmingham#health#disabilities#EnergySaversWeek#Energy#Energy

#JobOpportunity with @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social! We are passionate about making a difference to the lives of people in Birmingham. Join as an Administrative Assistant and help in the day-to-day running of the organisation. Closing 29th Jan! www.bvsc.org/administrati...

Wood burning is the most polluting way to heat your home, and breathing in air pollution from wood burning increases your risk of heart and lung disease, asthma, diabetes and dementia. This #CleanAirNight share the facts about wood burning.

If you use a smartphone, you already have the skills that Digital NNS are looking for. Digital #volunteers will help #Birmingham residents with everyday digital tasks. One hour. Local cafés. Real impact.

Volunteering isn’t just behind the scenes. 🎶 Tan Mole is looking for volunteer singers, musicians and actors to join a Birmingham-based creative collective rooted in community and African storytelling. #Volunteering #CreativeVolunteering #Birmingham www.volunteerbrum.org/o/i60-Commun...

📢 @ncvo.bsky.social want to hear from you! Have your say on the government's consultation on making volunteering a tool in its immigration proposals. Your evidence can inform a stronger #VCSE sector response. Fill in this form by Thursday 22nd January, 9am www.bvsc.org/news/ncvo-ke...

Congratulations to @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social's Matt Daniels, Head of Children, Young People and Families who has been appointed an MBE for services to the #LGBTQ+ community! Read more:

#BirminghamCityCouncil are inviting applications for the 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗜𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱, supported by #UKGovernment to provide immediate support for visible improvements to high streets, public places and spaces of community value. See below for more info. #funding #BVSC #BirminghamCityCouncil

Are you making #NewYear plans? Perhaps you're looking for ways to give back? Volunteer Brum brings together volunteering opportunities from across Birmingham – from group roles and one-off events to volunteering you can do from home. Take a look: 🤝

🎄 Join @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social "Engage for Funding: Christmas Presents Open Surgery" webinar on Dec 15 (1-2pm)! This is an open surgery for any and all questions you may have on #Funding! 🎁 www.bvsc.org/Event/engage... #Funding #Community #Birmingham

Today is #GivingTuesday! Giving isn’t only about money, it’s skills shared, ears lent, hands offered, and small acts that make life better. Do something that counts! www.bvsc.org/News/giving-...

🔥 Today is #FuelPovertyAwarenessDay! BrumEnergy with @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social and @nea.org.uk can help #Birmingham families to save #money on #energy and keep #healthy and warm. Learn more: www.bvsc.org/blog/fuel-po...

👏 👏 Congratulations to the five Birmingham groups honoured with the King’s Award for Voluntary Service — the highest recognition a local volunteer group can receive.

Loneliness is higher in Birmingham than average, especially for older people. @reengageUK tackles this with a 'Call Companions' service. But they urgently need more #volunteers to help tackle the 3-month waiting list. Can you help? www.bvsc.org/News/tacklin...#volunteers #volunteerbrum

📣 We’re hiring! Join @BVSC as our new 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 and help shape healthier, more connected communities across Birmingham & Solihull. 👉 Apply now: www.bvsc.org/health-engag... Closes 26 Nov 2025

🌿🎨 **Join @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social & WMCA for Arts Meets the Environment!** 🗓️ 20 November ⏰ 10AM - 2PM (Drop-in) Explore #art & science collaboration for #environment change. #Funding tips, Workshops, Networking. Lunch included! 🔗 Register: www.bvsc.org/Event/arts-m...

Today marks the start of #TrusteesWeek 2025! A time to celebrate the million trustees across the UK who give their time & skills to support charities. Get involved, build your skills & find out more 👇 🔗 www.bvsc.org/news/trustee...

From Hogwarts to Oddingley Hall, participants shared their meaningful places through art. A true celebration of imagination, connection, and wellbeing. 🌍💛 #ArtsForWellbeing

Liz found a sense of belonging in Northfield through #volunteering and local connections. After joining a Community Treasure Tour, she became the area’s first Over 50s Champion, helping others discover local activities and make connections.

Join us on Oct 30, 9-10am for a briefing with @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social & @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social. Learn about the @carequalitycomm.bsky.social Self-Assessment with Stuart Lackenby. Key insights for #VCFSE providers. #CQC #BirminghamCare Sign up here: www.bvsc.org/Event/birmin...

📢 Looking for new trustees? #TrusteesWeek (3–7 Nov) inspires many people to get involved and give back. List your vacancies on Volunteer Brum and reach those ready to make a difference. 👉 Register now: www.volunteerbrum.org#TrusteesWeek#VolunteerBrum #Volunteering

🌟 Volunteer groups – this is for you! 🌟 Learn how to get your group recognised with The King’s Award for Voluntary Service 🙌 📅 Mon 20 Oct ⏰ 1–3pm 📍 Hays, One Colmore Sq 👉 Register: https://bit.ly/3KAVSinfo Thanks to BVSC & Hays UK for hosting 🤝 #Volunteering #Birmingham

Join @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social on Oct 14 (1-2:30pm) for the Environment & Energy Network meeting with David Chapman, Green Homes Lead, Solihull MBC who will be delivering Climate Reality Training #ClimateAction #Sustainability Sign up here: www.bvsc.org/Event/enviro...

📣 @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social invites you to a webinar on 17 Oct! Connect with leaders from @departmentforedu.bsky.social and Birmingham Children's Trust to discuss developments and priorities in #Birmingham #Children, #YoungPeople, and #Families Sector. Register: www.bvsc.org/Event/meet-c...

🔊 New from Brian Carr, BVSC Chief Executive: Statement on Community Cohesion. 🗣️ @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social is committed to supporting #Birmingham VCFSE sector on #communitycohesion. Join us in this vital conversation. 🤝 Read the Statement and Get Resources: www.bvsc.org/News/communi...

@bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social welcomes: 👤 Stuart Lackenby – Exec Director, Adult Social Care & Health 👤 Sally Burns – Director of Public Health Join @bvscbirmingham.bsky.social webinar (29 Sept) to hear their vision for working with the VCFSE sector. 👉 Register: www.bvsc.org/Event/meet-b...

💚 Volunteer with Macmillan at Walk to Support Birmingham! Help at the event village, cheer finishers, hand out medals, or guide walkers along the route. Be the friendly face supporting people living with cancer. ✨ #Macmillan #Volunteerbrum

New report explores the impact of Birmingham’s financial crisis (Section 114) on communities and shows how we can rebuild towards the City Vision. Read more:

📚 Whether it’s reading with children or supporting adults with new skills, your time could open doors for someone this term. #BacktoSchool #LifelongLearning #VolunteerBrum #volunteering www.volunteerbrum.org/volunteer/al...

Love cooking or want to learn? Why not use your skills (or enthusiasm!) to give back to the community? Foodcycle brings people together in various locations around Birmingham with a 3-course vegetarian meal, free for anyone who wants to join. Find out more: www.volunteerbrum.org/volunteer/al...

BVSC welcomes the new Civil Society Covenant as a step forward in government/civil society relations. But warm words must be matched by meaningful, practical action. #CivilSociety #BVSC #Partnership

Support local causes and be in with a chance to win! This month, you could bag £1,000 in Sainsbury’s vouchers by playing the Birmingham Community Lottery – and you might even scoop the £25,000 jackpot. All proceeds go to good causes across Birmingham.

Join us on Mon & discover why good governance can make or break your funding bids. Join Rob Avann for a practical session on how to review yours: what to spot, what to fix, and why it matters. It's about people, purpose & good decisions. 🗓️ Monday 14 July | 13:00 – 14:00 www.bvsc.org/Event/engage...