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North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · 3d

When you donate, remember to #TickTheBox! It takes seconds, but it can make a lifetime of difference to others. Gift Aid helps charities do so much more with every donation. #GiftAidAwarenessDay
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North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · 10d

Grants of £250–£2,000 are available for not-for-profit groups improving local communities. Focus areas include education, wellbeing, environment and sport. Miller Homes operates in Scotland, the North and the Midlands. Apply by 15 Oct: https://www.millerhomes.co.uk/corporate/community-fund

North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · 10d

Autumn is a great time to reflect and set new goals for your organisation. 🍂

Rebecca, VODA’s Governance Advisor, shares advice on reviewing areas for development and addressing governance queries. If you’d like to chat, you can reach her at [email protected]
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North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · 11d

New workshop for voluntary & community organisations on boosting visibility. Learn low-cost tools for brand strategy, content, multimedia, and ethical considerations. Delivered by We Are Intertwined CIC at VODA, Wallsend on 23 Oct, 10–12. Refreshments provided. Book: voda.org.uk/training

How to make your organisation stand out from the crowd

North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · 11d

15 members of the North Tyneside Mental Health Alliance completed a 2-day Mental Health First Aider course with Emm Charlton from Tyneside & Northumberland Mind. Attendees said it was “brilliant” and “really useful”. Find out more: [email protected]

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North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · 11d

Wallsend RFC is inviting local women and girls to take part in a free RugbyFest open training session on Saturday 4 October, 12–1.30pm at St Peter’s Fields. No experience is needed – just come along, get active and give rugby a try. Open to all girls over 12 and women over 18.

North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · 12d

From April to September, 11 gardens in North Tyneside received the Good Neighbours treatment. Volunteers kept gardens tidy and welcoming, with a special thanks to the Explorer Scouts who gave over 32 hours of their time. Your efforts have made a real difference — thank you! 🌼💚

North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · 12d

Join VODA’s AGM 2025 on 11 Nov at Wallsend Community Hub & Library. Hear about our achievements, help appoint new trustees, hear from Jackie Laughton, and network with VCSE colleagues. Celebrate the VCSE Awards 2025 too! 👉 Book: voda.org.uk/events

North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · 12d

Join the North Tyneside Mental Health Alliance Networking Event on Wed 19 Nov, 9.30–2.45 at The Exchange, North Shields.

57 VCSE member orgs, collaboration with health & statutory partners, and a focus on improving mental health support across the borough. Lunch provided.

👉 voda.org.uk/events

North Tyneside Mental Health Alliance Annual Networking Event

North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · 13d

Nominations are open for the North Tyneside VCSE Awards 2025! Celebrate the organisations, volunteers, young people and trustees making a real difference. Deadline 23 Oct. Winners announced 11 Nov at VODA’s AGM. Nominate now: https://voda.org.uk/awards

Picture description: Thomas Mackie is being presented with the Young Volunteer of the Year award by VODA CEO Vicky Smith at the VCSE Awards 2024. Both are dressed in dark colours. Thomas has short dark hair, while Vicky has long dark hair and is wearing a lanyard. The award recognises Thomas’s work with Walking With in North Tyneside.

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North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · 18d

It may feel early, but now’s the time for charities to plan Christmas campaigns. Set goals, create content and involve your team to make the biggest impact. Read our guide for tips and inspiration: https://voda.org.uk/why-september-is-the-sweet-spot-for-charity-christmas-campaigns/

North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · 19d

The latest VODA ebulletin is out now, featuring all the essential news, funding, events and training for the North Tyneside VCSE.

Read it online at voda.org.uk/enews

North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · 28d

Join Launchpad for a World Mental Health Day celebration
📅 Wednesday 8 October
🕚 11am – 3pm
📍 Cullercoats Crescent Club

The event is open to all and is a great opportunity to come together, share experiences, and put mental health at the heart of our community.

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North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · Sep 5

Nominations are open for the North Tyneside VCSE Awards 2025! Celebrate local organisations, volunteers, young people and trustees making a real difference. Deadline: 23 Oct. Winners announced 11 Nov at VODA’s AGM. Nominate today: voda.org.uk/awards

North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · Sep 2

Do you know someone who struggles with phones, tablets, or computers? Help Me Be Digital offers free one-to-one support at weekly drop-ins: Tues (Oxford Centre), Wed (Wallsend Library), Thurs (North Shields Library), all 10–12. Share this with someone who might benefit. Info: voda.org.uk/digital

4 people sat at computer desks, talking in pairs. Each pair is a volunteer giving digital advice to the other peron. There are computer screens in the background.

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North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · Sep 1

eBay’s Big Give with @easyuk offers TEN £500 unrestricted funding pots to community organisations in September. Find out how to get your organisation in the draw here: https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/community/

North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · Aug 29

North Tyneside Volunteer Network Meeting – Tue 9 Sept, 10–11.30am at VODA, Wallsend & on Zoom. Includes an update on volunteer recruitment and DBS checks from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

📅 Book your place here: voda.org.uk/events

North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · Aug 27

We’ve got a great line-up of free Sector Connector training sessions for charities, community groups and volunteers in North Tyneside, Newcastle/Gateshead & Northumberland. Topics include DBS checks, podcasting, Microsoft 365 tips, digital skills & more. Book at voda.org.uk/training

North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · Aug 26

Charities and community groups will be at the Volunteer Fair sharing opportunities to get involved. Pop along on 13 Sept, 11–4, Beacon Centre, North Shields. Fun for all as part of North Tyneside Together.

Connect with your community. Discover local charities and community groups. 13 Sept 11-4 at the beacon centre, north shields. Images show young woman showing older man how to use a computer and two women with white hair and light clothing talking on a doorstep.

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North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · Aug 22

The North East Economic Inactivity Trailblazer VCSE Small Grant Programme is open. Grants of £40k–£70k are available to support communities in Newcastle, Northumberland, North Tyneside, Sunderland & Durham. Deadline 10 Sept. Apply: https://ow.ly/FzTP50WISTR

North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · Aug 21

Breaking Barriers – The Next Steps
PROPS is hosting its next event on 2 September, 5–7.30pm at Christ Church, North Shields.
The evening will share updates on new projects, recovery support and ways to challenge stigma around addiction.

📞 0191 226 3440 for details.

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North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · Aug 20

Free Sector Connector Training – All Things DBS.

Join this free workshop with the Disclosure and Barring Service on 16 Sept, 10–11.30. Attend online via Teams or in person at VODA, Wallsend. Open to VCSE in North Tyneside, Northumberland, Newcastle & Gateshead. Booking: voda.org.uk/training

North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · Aug 18

Funding alert: Grants of £25K–£500K for new digital inclusion projects in England. Support for testing innovative approaches or replicating proven models in new areas. Deadline: 10 Sept 2025. Details: https://find-government-grants.service.gov.uk/grants/digital-inclusion-innovation-fund-2

North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · Aug 15

Food justice isn’t just about food on the table – it’s about fairness, dignity and community.
Our latest blog shares practical ways to take action, from supporting local food banks and community cafés to joining national campaigns.

Read more: https://voda.org.uk/get-active-for-food-justice/

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North Tyneside VODA @northtynesidevoda.bsky.social · Aug 12

Has your organisation reviewed its policies recently? Our latest blog explains why safeguarding, finance and data protection policies need regular updates – plus where to find free example templates.

📄 Read the full blog here: https://voda.org.uk/why-reviewing-your-charitys-policies-matters/

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