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solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · 4d

Did you know the Charity Governance code was updated today? 🌟

It's a very useful resource - good governance is fundamental to a charity’s success.

The Cranfield Trust are hosting a free, one hour session for small charities to fill you in on Wednesday 5/11/25, 12pm - 1pm 📖

Register below 👇

register.gotowebinar.com

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solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · 12d

If you are a Solihull faith organisation ⛪️🕌🕍⛩🛕, hear about new safeguarding guidance to support faith organisations next Wednesday, 29th October.

Although branded Birmingham, this is relevant to Solihull faith organisations and you are welcome to attend 🤸‍♀️

Click the link below to find out more.

BSCP’s Safeguarding in Faith Communities Consultation Event - 29/10/2025 17:15:00

In collaboration with Faith Associates and the Birmingham Council of Faiths, we have been working with faith communities to develop guidance on safeguarding children and adults. We would like your adv...

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Solihull Council @solihullcouncil.bsky.social · 14d

Nominations are now open for the Solihull Civic Honours Awards 2026! 🏆

Do you know an individual or community group that goes above and beyond to make Solihull a better place? Submit a nomination today! 🌟

Find out more 👉 loom.ly/P78NdRc

Councillor Annette Mackenize, promoting Solihull's Civic Honours 2026 Awards

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solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · 17d

Act on Energy are hosting a free event in Solihull on 6 November from 12:15pm-4pm, to help residents find support in their community in the run up to winter.❄️☂️🔥

If you'd like to attend and share your service, you can get in touch with them through their Facebook page event page: fb.me/e/3AXWRQr0m

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solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · 28d

Upcoming Event
👉Tuesday 11 November 2025, 10am - 1pm
👉The Syndi Centre, Leamington Spa
👉For VCSE organisations delivering employability support
👉Run by De Montfort University
Places are limited! Register below👇

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Warwickshire & Solihull Community And Voluntary Action (CAVA) @cavaorg.bsky.social · Sep 19

CAVA in Solihull Newsletter | Issue 28 | 19th September 2025
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CAVA in Solihull Newsletter | Issue 28 | 19th September 2025

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solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · Sep 17

Upcoming Event

👉Wednesday 8th October 2025, 1:30-3:00pm
👉Lower Ground Floor, the Core Theatre
👉For anyone who leads volunteers in their community organisation in Solihull
👉Theme: Making your volunteering inclusive

To register: vmf.eventbrite.co.uk

solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · Sep 12

It was great to bring funders big and small together on Wednesday for our Funding Roadshow at the Seeds of Hope Community Centre. 👩🧕👴

There was a buzz as funders and organisations chatted and we can't wait to hear about the projects that come from it 🤩

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Warwickshire & Solihull Community And Voluntary Action (CAVA) @cavaorg.bsky.social · Sep 11

Want to build your confidence as a #trustee?

Sign up to this free session, learn how to understand your strengths and find your voice as a board member.

📅Thursday, 6th November 2025

Register here - tinyurl.com/ubhabsrs

#TrusteesWeek #TrusteesWeek2025

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Warwickshire Ramblers @warwicksramblers.bsky.social · Sep 11

Heritage Open days starts tomorrow for a week. There are loads of interesting places to visit in the West Midlands and Warwickshire. Take a look! www.heritageopendays.org.uk/whats-on/sea...

Homepage

www.heritageopendays.org.uk

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solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · Sep 9

It was a privilege to be at Solihull Pride on Saturday! 🥳🌟
🎊

Congratulations to everyone who was involved in the organisation.

If you're interested in setting up a community group or charity for the LGBTQ+ community in Solihull, do get in touch!

solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · Aug 18

What is the relevance of a VCSE Covenant to your community group, charity or social enterprise? 🤔

The real-life implications will be felt by everyone. A few examples below! ✍️

What's important to you? Register for the upcoming workshop at solihullvcse.eventbrite.co.uk

solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · Aug 8

Upcoming Event
👉9th September 2025, 2pm
👉Online
👉How should Solihull Council and local community groups, clubs, social enterprises and charities in Solihull work together?

Register here: solihullvcse.eventbrite.co.uk

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Royal Star & Garter @royalstarandgarter.bsky.social · Jul 29

📣 We're #hiring 🎉

Join us as a Trust Fundraising Officer, helping us generate funds from major trusts and statutory sources.

If you or someone you know is passionate about supporting veterans and their partners, we want to hear from you! 👋

Find out more here: bit.ly/TrustFundraisingOfficer

A graphic, advertising the Trust Fundraising Officer role.

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solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · Jul 15

Upcoming Event
👉10th September 2025, 2pm
👉Online
👉Find out more about Sport England's Movement Fund and how your organisation could benefit

To register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sport-engl...

solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · Jul 3

Does your organisation have volunteers? 🎖

If so, we are relaunching our network about volunteering in September and would love to hear what you'd like from it! 🤩

It is a very short, seven question survey, because we all have enough surveys in our life 💁‍♀️

Click here: forms.office.com/e/etzHAivW5z

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Warwickshire & Solihull Community And Voluntary Action (CAVA) @cavaorg.bsky.social · Jun 26

Looking for a different kind of volunteering opportunity?

Have you ever considered becoming a trustee for an amazing charity?

We are keen to hear from those that would like to play a valuable role as a trustee in steering the future strategic direction of CAVA.

tinyurl.com/ymztywyp

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solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · Jun 23

The Health Lottery Foundation is offering grants to support projects aimed at improving health and wellbeing across Britain.

The current round closes this Friday!

You can find out more and check your eligibility here: thehealthlotteryfoundation.org.uk

The Health Lottery Foundation

The Health Lottery Foundation distributes money raised by players taking part in Health Lottery games. Find out more about how to access grants.

thehealthlotteryfoundation.org.uk

solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · Jun 20

Did you know there are two Match My Projects in Solihull?

1. Businesses who provide services to Solihull Council 🏢
matchmyproject.org/solihull

2. Businesses who provide services to the ICS 🏥
matchmyproject.org/birmingham

Register on both to have the highest chance of help with your project!

solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · Jun 18

If you work with Children and Young People, YO Solihull has some great training coming up on Friday 👧👦🧒

solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · Jun 13

Charities, Clubs, CICs and Community Groups in Solihull: we need you for the 2025 State of the Sector Survey!

It takes 20-25 minutes, so get a cuppa ready.

The survey closes Wed, 9/7/25, and you can win a £50 Love2Shop voucher!

Complete the survey here www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/CAVASOS2025/

solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · Jun 2

A massive thank you to all the volunteers in Solihull this Volunteer's Week! Together, you make a huge impact on your community.

solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · May 30

Big news! The free grant search tool for Solihull is now live.
Start using it here 👇
funding.idoxopen4community.co.uk/cava

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solihullcava.bsky.social @solihullcava.bsky.social · May 19

Whether it's events, gardens, community spaces, championing change, supporting those in need - whatever your organisation does, we know that funding keeps it going.

Find out more about your new, free, funding tool at our in-person event next Wednesday 28th May.

open4community.eventbrite.co.uk

Solihull: Open4Community Launch Event

Learn how to use the new, free funding tool for the Solihull VCSE. Easily access funds relevant to your organisation and project.

open4community.eventbrite.co.uk

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Warwickshire & Solihull Community And Voluntary Action (CAVA) @cavaorg.bsky.social · May 16

CAVA in Solihull Newsletter | Issue 23 | 16th May 2025
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CAVA in Solihull Newsletter | Issue 23 | 16th May 2025

Hello <<First Name>>, Welcome to this month's issue of our newsletter, a monthly e-newsletter containing local and national news from the sector, useful information and details of forthcoming events.…

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