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Befriending Networks @befriending.co.uk · 2d

Are you a volunteer befriender? Join us online for a Being a Befriender session! These one-hour celebration and networking events are a chance to recognise your contribution and meet other befrienders. Book at befriending.co.uk/bw-events

Thursday 6 November, 12:30 or 18:30
#BefriendingWeek

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Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 3d

This time next next week, our Volunteer Service team will be ready & waiting to chat to you, if you'd like to find out about local volunteering opportunities

If you're in the area, drop into Patch Twickenham and say hi!

Richmond Volunteer Service poster for informal drop-in information session at Patch Twickenham on 6 November, 10am - 12pm

Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 3d

Looking for somewhere to take the kids or a friendly local meeting spot?

The Hub at @etnacentre.bsky.social in East Twickenham is open to all on Mon & Thu, 3.30pm - 5.30pm

• free hot drinks, warm savoury food & sweet treats
• comfortable seating & workspace
• free Wi-Fi & charging
• board games

Text reads The Hub, Join us every Monday and Thursday, 3.30pm - 5.30pm, Free! Photos of cafe food, blackboard with Everyone welcome in white chalk, and child seated at a table with snacks playing Scrabble

Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 3d

A final Richmond CVS cat-related post for the day

Molly & Merlin are a magical brother & sister team, who couldn't be more loving and devoted to each other

All the cuties shown in our cat posts today were rescues, rehomed through animal charities Animal Rescue & Care & Battersea Dogs & Cats Home

Two large white cats, one with ginger tail and markings, one with black tail and markings, snuggled together while sleeping on a bed

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Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 3d

More cats for a little lightheartedness on a rainy day

Miette's a thrillseeker (and, therefore, often a worry to her loving family) but 100% enjoys her creature comforts once she wears herself out

#NationalCatsDay

Cat with white body and ginger and black markings sitting in a canoe

Cat with white, black and ginger colouring curled up asleep on a furry blanket

Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 4d

Apparently it's National Cat Day

Stacey likes to channel Halloween all year round and says 'hi' to any fellow friendly felines

Black cat with blue collar lying on floor with one front paw raised

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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 4d

Plan a fun or exciting activity to look forward to

Try today's action: afh.link/action/2025-...

Try today's action: October 29

Plan a fun or exciting activity to look forward to

afh.link

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Chartered Institute of Fundraising @ciofundraising.bsky.social · 4d

Are you exploring new income streams or moving from statutory to voluntary funding? Our on-demand Knowledge Hub course guides you through Nova Fundraising’s 8-component framework with practical steps for sustainable growth.

Find out more: #[bit.ly/46yM47B

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Media Trust @mediatrust.bsky.social · 4d

Londoners - level up your creative career in Virtual Production! 🎬

Applications are open for a FREE 12-week Unreal Engine bootcamp, with hands-on LED wall experience, live briefs, industry mentors and portfolio support.

Limited spots - register your interest here:
https://bit.ly/3JwQe8m

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Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 4d

Woman's Trust has a new series of self-development workshops for young women & girls affected by, or at risk of, domestic abuse

🔸 online sessions - ages 16-25yrs
🔸 in-person sessions - ages 18-25yrs (Tue, Finsbury Park)

For more details, email [email protected] or call 020 7034 0303

Womans Trust flyer for online self-development workshops Nov 25 - Jan 26

Womans Trust flyer for online self-development workshops Nov 25 - Jan 26 with list of topics

Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 4d

Apart from a friendly space with a cafe for anyone to enjoy at Patch Twickenham, they have a great range of community activities this November

☑️ Christmas Makers Market (21 Nov),
☑️ family fun for Twickmas (29/30 Nov)
☑️ Small Business Saturday for female entrepreneurs

bit.ly/49q7R4d

What's On & Things to do in Twickenham | London | Patch

Looking for things to do or want to see what's on in Twickenham? Visit here to see the latest events, meetups, and announcements at Patch Twickenham.

www.patch.work

Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 5d

Fireworks season is well underway!

2024 was the busiest season for @london-fire.bsky.social in 7 years

2,065 emergency calls - just on Halloween, Diwali & Bonfire Night

Please help our communities have fun & stay safe

Take a look & share their firework safety toolkit

bit.ly/4qtitp5

Fireworks Use Them Safely flyer from London Fire Brigade with picture of red and purple exploding firework in a night sky

London Fire Brigade safety flyer with Firework Code & Bonfire advice

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Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 5d

#TrusteesWeek is almost here - the national annual celebration of the amazing contribution made by charity trustees

As part of the celebration, there are lots of events & resources available, especially for trustees, which you can find listed online

trusteesweek.org/events/

Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 5d

If you're looking to donate & help others, @rhacc.bsky.social currently has a donation point in their Reception area with a list of the most needed items 😊

Blue crate containing donated food & hygiene items for Richmond Food Bank with list of items in most need

Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 5d

We really enjoyed chatting to both visitors & members of our network at the #FullofLife Fair

Missed us but interested in volunteering?

You can catch the Volunteer Service team when they're next out & about or arrange a convenient time/date to suit you

bit.ly/4quQ2am

Richmond Volunteer Service stall at Full of Life Fair 2025 with team member talking to visitor and other stalls in the background

Richmond CVS CEO & CEO of FiSH standing & smiling by Richmond Volunteer Service banner

Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 9d

Registering a charity in England and Wales - Thu 30 Oct 2025

Need a simple overview of what makes an organisation eligible for charity registration & the steps involved in setting up & registering a charity in England & Wales?

@NCVO have a free webinar

bit.ly/42XxrK2

Ncvo Event Portal

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Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 9d

FUNDING: Simon Dennis Award - apply now

Small grants from @Spectra-London.org.uk:

For a future where LGBTQ+ people & people from other marginalised communities facing health inequalities, discrimination & systemic barriers can make informed choices about their health & wellbeing

bit.ly/3L6fFy0

Rainbow striped heart on black background

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Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 9d

Healthwatch Richmond is currently the independent local champion for people using health & social care services but, under current national plans, are set to close

You can help protect this vital voice by asking the government to reconsider their decision

petition.parliament.uk/petitions/73...

Poster with QR code for petition to government to reconsider shutting down Healthwatch

Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 10d

LAST PLACES - Free Webinar & Forum for Local Volunteer Coordinators

Thu 13 Nov, 10am - 12.30pm online

If your VCS organisation in Richmond upon Thames involves, or is thinking of involving, volunteers in its work, this is a fantastic free opportunity

bit.ly/4hpmir9

Mixed ethnicity group of two young men and two young women standing outside in blue 'volunteer' t-shirts putting their hands together and smiling

Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 11d

Money Advice Roadshow - Mon 27 Oct 2025

Drop-in to Linden Hall this coming Monday for free, confidential & tailored support on money, debt, housing & household bills

Get advice from @richmondcouncil.bsky.social, RHP & VCS organisations, plus the regular pay-as-you-feel cafe & maybe a free voucher!

Poster for LBRUT Money Advice Roadshow at Linden Hall Centre on 27 Oct 2025

Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 12d

Our Volunteer Service will be at the @richmondcouncil.bsky.social #FullofLife Fair this Friday (25 Oct)

Older local residents can come along for lots of info, taster activities, free health checks & help to stay connected online

Free shuttle bus to & from TW1

🔗www.richmond.gov.uk/full_of_life

Poster for Full of Life Fair with images of a range of people being active outdoors

Carmen from RCVS Volunteer Service standing by banner

Carmen from RCVS Volunteer Service with Mayor of Hounslow & Multicultural Richmond at Full of Life Fair 2024

Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 12d

LAST SPACES:

Emergency First Aid at Work - Fri 7 Nov 2025

Could your organisation confidently respond to an emergency health situation?

Our highly subsidised #training can help ensure you have all the basic skills needed for the most common incidents

bit.ly/4hoD3mD

Emergency First Aid at Work

This course provides learners with essential basic first aid skills and knowledge to handle first aid related emergencies in the workplace.

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Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 12d

As #BlackHistoryMonth continues this month, it's worth remembering that London’s democracy is strongest when ALL voices are heard

Find out more about how you can get involved ⬇️

registertovote.london/

#RegisterToVote #NoVoteNoVoice #LVRW2025

London’s history is shaped by many voices above some London landmarks including a red bus, red post-box, Tower Bridge, Big Ben and the London Eye.

A timeline with four dates and four people connected to these dates. 1807 Ira Aldridge Actor with a portrait style image of the 19th century Black actor. 1863 Samuel Risien Russell Scientist with a portrait style image of the Black neurologist. 1875 Samuel Coleridge Taylor Composer with a portrait style image of the Black composer and conductor. 1876 Sophia Duleep Singh Suffragette with a portrait style image of the Indian activist.

Make sure your voice shapes London’s future. Find out more at GLA Democracy Hub with an open laptop computer with the Democracy Hub homepage on the screen.

Digital imprint states: Supported by the Greater London Authority, City Hall, Kamal Chunchie Way, London E16 1ZE. Printed and promoted by Shout Out UK, 240 Portobello Road, London W11 1LL.

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Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 12d

A little late but a huge thank you to everyone who visited last Wednesday's Trustee Recruitment Evening - we saw lots of engaged chats!

Extra special thanks to all the stallholders, @rhacc.bsky.social Hire & Events teams, Russell-Cooke & our guest speaker from @habsandheritage.bsky.social

Aisle view of Crossroads Care and other stalls

RCVS Chair Gerry formally opening event in the Theatre with Gareth from Russell-Cooke

Richmond CVS @richmondcvs.bsky.social · 17d

⏰ CLOSING THIS MON 20 OCT 2025 ⏰

Small Grants for Women's Health Activities

SWL London VCS groups have until 5pm this Monday to apply for this new NHS funding for workshops/activities, learning events or school-based education

bit.ly/47iSCHU

Six women of different ethnicities standing and looking off camera

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