Richmond CVS
@richmondcvs.bsky.social
We are the local support organisation for all charity, community and voluntary activity in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames
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If you need to get in touch with us in the coming weeks, please note our planned holiday closure
Our comms will be going quiet from today
The office remains open until 5pm next Tuesday 23 December if you need to get in touch with others in the team
Wishing everyone a happy holiday
The office remains open until 5pm next Tuesday 23 December if you need to get in touch with others in the team
Wishing everyone a happy holiday
December 18, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Our comms will be going quiet from today
The office remains open until 5pm next Tuesday 23 December if you need to get in touch with others in the team
Wishing everyone a happy holiday
The office remains open until 5pm next Tuesday 23 December if you need to get in touch with others in the team
Wishing everyone a happy holiday
More exciting & opportunities in the VCS in the new year, if you're looking for a new paid role
You could be part of the inspiring team at Daniel Spargo Mabbs Foundation:
- Head of Business & Organisational Development (0.6FTE)
- Drug Educator (sessional)
richmondcvs.org.uk/category/jobs/
You could be part of the inspiring team at Daniel Spargo Mabbs Foundation:
- Head of Business & Organisational Development (0.6FTE)
- Drug Educator (sessional)
richmondcvs.org.uk/category/jobs/
December 18, 2025 at 11:18 AM
More exciting & opportunities in the VCS in the new year, if you're looking for a new paid role
You could be part of the inspiring team at Daniel Spargo Mabbs Foundation:
- Head of Business & Organisational Development (0.6FTE)
- Drug Educator (sessional)
richmondcvs.org.uk/category/jobs/
You could be part of the inspiring team at Daniel Spargo Mabbs Foundation:
- Head of Business & Organisational Development (0.6FTE)
- Drug Educator (sessional)
richmondcvs.org.uk/category/jobs/
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مرحباً لندن! 👋
Today is World Arabic Language Day, and we're spotlighting our Arabic-language resources to help Arabic-speaking communities access key information on civic & democratic rights
For site-wide translation and more community language resources
registertovote.london 👉
#NoVoteNoVoice
Today is World Arabic Language Day, and we're spotlighting our Arabic-language resources to help Arabic-speaking communities access key information on civic & democratic rights
For site-wide translation and more community language resources
registertovote.london 👉
#NoVoteNoVoice
December 18, 2025 at 11:09 AM
مرحباً لندن! 👋
Today is World Arabic Language Day, and we're spotlighting our Arabic-language resources to help Arabic-speaking communities access key information on civic & democratic rights
For site-wide translation and more community language resources
registertovote.london 👉
#NoVoteNoVoice
Today is World Arabic Language Day, and we're spotlighting our Arabic-language resources to help Arabic-speaking communities access key information on civic & democratic rights
For site-wide translation and more community language resources
registertovote.london 👉
#NoVoteNoVoice
A rare (almost all) team festive social
As the year draws to a close, thank you to all of our network who deliver such vital support to the community, as well as our trustees, funders, trainers, associates & all those we work with
We wish everyone safe & happy holidays 🌲🌟 🌲
As the year draws to a close, thank you to all of our network who deliver such vital support to the community, as well as our trustees, funders, trainers, associates & all those we work with
We wish everyone safe & happy holidays 🌲🌟 🌲
December 17, 2025 at 1:15 PM
A rare (almost all) team festive social
As the year draws to a close, thank you to all of our network who deliver such vital support to the community, as well as our trustees, funders, trainers, associates & all those we work with
We wish everyone safe & happy holidays 🌲🌟 🌲
As the year draws to a close, thank you to all of our network who deliver such vital support to the community, as well as our trustees, funders, trainers, associates & all those we work with
We wish everyone safe & happy holidays 🌲🌟 🌲
From today to Mon 22 Dec, some services will be affected due to strike action
Please attend your GP & dental appointments unless you are contacted & told otherwise
For medical help use 111.nhs.uk or for life-threatening emergencies only call 999
www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/in...
Please attend your GP & dental appointments unless you are contacted & told otherwise
For medical help use 111.nhs.uk or for life-threatening emergencies only call 999
www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/in...
December 17, 2025 at 11:13 AM
From today to Mon 22 Dec, some services will be affected due to strike action
Please attend your GP & dental appointments unless you are contacted & told otherwise
For medical help use 111.nhs.uk or for life-threatening emergencies only call 999
www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/in...
Please attend your GP & dental appointments unless you are contacted & told otherwise
For medical help use 111.nhs.uk or for life-threatening emergencies only call 999
www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/in...
If you have the right experience, there's a rewarding full time Caseworker job opportunity available with Glass Door Homeless Charity
Be quick - applications close 24 December
bit.ly/3MFrnjV
Be quick - applications close 24 December
bit.ly/3MFrnjV
December 16, 2025 at 1:14 PM
If you have the right experience, there's a rewarding full time Caseworker job opportunity available with Glass Door Homeless Charity
Be quick - applications close 24 December
bit.ly/3MFrnjV
Be quick - applications close 24 December
bit.ly/3MFrnjV
📢 JOB OPPORTUNITY - apply by 30 Dec 📢
Local refugee charity Refugees Welcome in Richmond is seeking a part-time researcher to help volunteers identify suitable accommodation for clients seeking sanctuary.
Find out more & apply asap
bit.ly/4oYFu13
Local refugee charity Refugees Welcome in Richmond is seeking a part-time researcher to help volunteers identify suitable accommodation for clients seeking sanctuary.
Find out more & apply asap
bit.ly/4oYFu13
December 15, 2025 at 2:03 PM
📢 JOB OPPORTUNITY - apply by 30 Dec 📢
Local refugee charity Refugees Welcome in Richmond is seeking a part-time researcher to help volunteers identify suitable accommodation for clients seeking sanctuary.
Find out more & apply asap
bit.ly/4oYFu13
Local refugee charity Refugees Welcome in Richmond is seeking a part-time researcher to help volunteers identify suitable accommodation for clients seeking sanctuary.
Find out more & apply asap
bit.ly/4oYFu13
What's the collective noun for a group of VCS comms professionals?
No idea...but we are so lucky to have amazing local colleagues who share their knowledge & experience
Thank you Hallie @ruils.bsky.social & Aydee @ageukrichmond.bsky.social - peer support from exceptional people
🙏 🙏 🙏
No idea...but we are so lucky to have amazing local colleagues who share their knowledge & experience
Thank you Hallie @ruils.bsky.social & Aydee @ageukrichmond.bsky.social - peer support from exceptional people
🙏 🙏 🙏
December 12, 2025 at 11:01 AM
What's the collective noun for a group of VCS comms professionals?
No idea...but we are so lucky to have amazing local colleagues who share their knowledge & experience
Thank you Hallie @ruils.bsky.social & Aydee @ageukrichmond.bsky.social - peer support from exceptional people
🙏 🙏 🙏
No idea...but we are so lucky to have amazing local colleagues who share their knowledge & experience
Thank you Hallie @ruils.bsky.social & Aydee @ageukrichmond.bsky.social - peer support from exceptional people
🙏 🙏 🙏
We know the festive season isn't smiles & laughter for everyone
A little reminder that support is available, during the holidays & all year round, if you need to talk
A little reminder that support is available, during the holidays & all year round, if you need to talk
December 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM
We know the festive season isn't smiles & laughter for everyone
A little reminder that support is available, during the holidays & all year round, if you need to talk
A little reminder that support is available, during the holidays & all year round, if you need to talk
If you need to get in touch with us in the coming weeks, please note our planned holiday closure
December 11, 2025 at 3:15 PM
If you need to get in touch with us in the coming weeks, please note our planned holiday closure
Keep the FUN in FUNdraising
If you forgot today is Christmas Jumper Day, it is literally never too late!
Started by @savethechildrenuk.bsky.social in 2012 & raising £40M+ to help improve the lives of children everywhere, any day that suits you will do
www.savethechildren.org.uk/christmas-ju...
If you forgot today is Christmas Jumper Day, it is literally never too late!
Started by @savethechildrenuk.bsky.social in 2012 & raising £40M+ to help improve the lives of children everywhere, any day that suits you will do
www.savethechildren.org.uk/christmas-ju...
December 11, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Keep the FUN in FUNdraising
If you forgot today is Christmas Jumper Day, it is literally never too late!
Started by @savethechildrenuk.bsky.social in 2012 & raising £40M+ to help improve the lives of children everywhere, any day that suits you will do
www.savethechildren.org.uk/christmas-ju...
If you forgot today is Christmas Jumper Day, it is literally never too late!
Started by @savethechildrenuk.bsky.social in 2012 & raising £40M+ to help improve the lives of children everywhere, any day that suits you will do
www.savethechildren.org.uk/christmas-ju...
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Ensuring your organisation's funds are properly managed and accounted for is the responsibility of everyone on the board, not just the treasurer.
Equip your board with essential information that trustees need and join our Finance for Trustees event hosted by @Crowe UK.
https://loom.ly/t71PtQM
Equip your board with essential information that trustees need and join our Finance for Trustees event hosted by @Crowe UK.
https://loom.ly/t71PtQM
December 10, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Ensuring your organisation's funds are properly managed and accounted for is the responsibility of everyone on the board, not just the treasurer.
Equip your board with essential information that trustees need and join our Finance for Trustees event hosted by @Crowe UK.
https://loom.ly/t71PtQM
Equip your board with essential information that trustees need and join our Finance for Trustees event hosted by @Crowe UK.
https://loom.ly/t71PtQM
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Compassionate Cuppa — Tues 16th Dec ☕
A free, friendly grief café for anyone bereaved, recently or long ago.
🕙 10–11.30am | 📍ETNA Community Centre, TW1 2AR
No need to book — just drop in for warmth, understanding & connection.
💛 www.space2grieve.org.uk
A free, friendly grief café for anyone bereaved, recently or long ago.
🕙 10–11.30am | 📍ETNA Community Centre, TW1 2AR
No need to book — just drop in for warmth, understanding & connection.
💛 www.space2grieve.org.uk
December 10, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Compassionate Cuppa — Tues 16th Dec ☕
A free, friendly grief café for anyone bereaved, recently or long ago.
🕙 10–11.30am | 📍ETNA Community Centre, TW1 2AR
No need to book — just drop in for warmth, understanding & connection.
💛 www.space2grieve.org.uk
A free, friendly grief café for anyone bereaved, recently or long ago.
🕙 10–11.30am | 📍ETNA Community Centre, TW1 2AR
No need to book — just drop in for warmth, understanding & connection.
💛 www.space2grieve.org.uk
How lovely to be gifted gorgeous home-baked treats for the team - from someone who just appreciates us!
Perks of the VCS & a great way to start practising excess for the festive season ☺️
Perks of the VCS & a great way to start practising excess for the festive season ☺️
December 9, 2025 at 3:14 PM
How lovely to be gifted gorgeous home-baked treats for the team - from someone who just appreciates us!
Perks of the VCS & a great way to start practising excess for the festive season ☺️
Perks of the VCS & a great way to start practising excess for the festive season ☺️
Do you know someone who might need advice or support this winter?
@richmondcouncil.bsky.social has collated local resources - inc those most at risk, how to keep warm, practical & financial support, road gritting & more
New infographics & posters for VCS groups too
richmond.gov.uk/winter_weather
@richmondcouncil.bsky.social has collated local resources - inc those most at risk, how to keep warm, practical & financial support, road gritting & more
New infographics & posters for VCS groups too
richmond.gov.uk/winter_weather
December 8, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Do you know someone who might need advice or support this winter?
@richmondcouncil.bsky.social has collated local resources - inc those most at risk, how to keep warm, practical & financial support, road gritting & more
New infographics & posters for VCS groups too
richmond.gov.uk/winter_weather
@richmondcouncil.bsky.social has collated local resources - inc those most at risk, how to keep warm, practical & financial support, road gritting & more
New infographics & posters for VCS groups too
richmond.gov.uk/winter_weather
It's not too late to get festive with your creative flair (& support a great local cause)!
Limited spaces still available with SEEN - THIS THURSDAY
Join a masterclass to create your own eco-friendly wreath - all materials & tools provided for just £40
register.enthuse.com/ps/event/Chr...
Limited spaces still available with SEEN - THIS THURSDAY
Join a masterclass to create your own eco-friendly wreath - all materials & tools provided for just £40
register.enthuse.com/ps/event/Chr...
December 8, 2025 at 1:54 PM
It's not too late to get festive with your creative flair (& support a great local cause)!
Limited spaces still available with SEEN - THIS THURSDAY
Join a masterclass to create your own eco-friendly wreath - all materials & tools provided for just £40
register.enthuse.com/ps/event/Chr...
Limited spaces still available with SEEN - THIS THURSDAY
Join a masterclass to create your own eco-friendly wreath - all materials & tools provided for just £40
register.enthuse.com/ps/event/Chr...
FREE Practical workshop THIS THURSDAY
For Richmond residents who are unemployed or & not in education
Have a go & find out how you can get a 'funded' qualification for a new career path in repairing small electrical items with Action West London
buff.ly/zMKQKor
For Richmond residents who are unemployed or & not in education
Have a go & find out how you can get a 'funded' qualification for a new career path in repairing small electrical items with Action West London
buff.ly/zMKQKor
December 8, 2025 at 12:42 PM
FREE Practical workshop THIS THURSDAY
For Richmond residents who are unemployed or & not in education
Have a go & find out how you can get a 'funded' qualification for a new career path in repairing small electrical items with Action West London
buff.ly/zMKQKor
For Richmond residents who are unemployed or & not in education
Have a go & find out how you can get a 'funded' qualification for a new career path in repairing small electrical items with Action West London
buff.ly/zMKQKor
There's still time to search & DOUBLE the value of your donation to a good cause with @BigGive
Including Cocoon Care After Care, @ruils.bsky.social, The Mulberry Centre, MTV Youth Hampton, @thamesboatproject.bsky.social & Small Steps
Ends 12 midday on Tue 9 Dec
donate.biggive.org/christmas-ch...
Including Cocoon Care After Care, @ruils.bsky.social, The Mulberry Centre, MTV Youth Hampton, @thamesboatproject.bsky.social & Small Steps
Ends 12 midday on Tue 9 Dec
donate.biggive.org/christmas-ch...
Christmas Challenge 2025 – Big Give
From 12pm (midday) 2nd December to 12pm (midday) 9th December, your Christmas donations can be doubled. Whatever your passion, whatever your cause - double the difference this Christmas.
donate.biggive.org
December 5, 2025 at 12:01 PM
There's still time to search & DOUBLE the value of your donation to a good cause with @BigGive
Including Cocoon Care After Care, @ruils.bsky.social, The Mulberry Centre, MTV Youth Hampton, @thamesboatproject.bsky.social & Small Steps
Ends 12 midday on Tue 9 Dec
donate.biggive.org/christmas-ch...
Including Cocoon Care After Care, @ruils.bsky.social, The Mulberry Centre, MTV Youth Hampton, @thamesboatproject.bsky.social & Small Steps
Ends 12 midday on Tue 9 Dec
donate.biggive.org/christmas-ch...
With unprecedented numbers of flu hospitalisations, every vaccination matters - especially for older people, people with long-term conditions and children aged 2-3 years old
If you're eligible, book a free vaccine with your GP or pharmacy & get protected
If you're eligible, book a free vaccine with your GP or pharmacy & get protected
December 5, 2025 at 10:01 AM
With unprecedented numbers of flu hospitalisations, every vaccination matters - especially for older people, people with long-term conditions and children aged 2-3 years old
If you're eligible, book a free vaccine with your GP or pharmacy & get protected
If you're eligible, book a free vaccine with your GP or pharmacy & get protected
@richmondcouncil.bsky.social wants to know how aware residents are of dementia to ensure local support & services meet the community’s needs
Complete the Dementia Awareness Measure 2025 Survey
Every voice counts – have your say
Closes 15 Dec 2025
haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/public-healt...
Complete the Dementia Awareness Measure 2025 Survey
Every voice counts – have your say
Closes 15 Dec 2025
haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/public-healt...
December 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM
@richmondcouncil.bsky.social wants to know how aware residents are of dementia to ensure local support & services meet the community’s needs
Complete the Dementia Awareness Measure 2025 Survey
Every voice counts – have your say
Closes 15 Dec 2025
haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/public-healt...
Complete the Dementia Awareness Measure 2025 Survey
Every voice counts – have your say
Closes 15 Dec 2025
haveyoursay.citizenspace.com/public-healt...
Have you seen it?
Our final newsletter for the year is out!
It's full of opportunities, deadlines and dates for your diary for the new year
mailchi.mp/richmondcvs/...
Our final newsletter for the year is out!
It's full of opportunities, deadlines and dates for your diary for the new year
mailchi.mp/richmondcvs/...
December 4, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Have you seen it?
Our final newsletter for the year is out!
It's full of opportunities, deadlines and dates for your diary for the new year
mailchi.mp/richmondcvs/...
Our final newsletter for the year is out!
It's full of opportunities, deadlines and dates for your diary for the new year
mailchi.mp/richmondcvs/...
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Our Yaffles Family Nature Club continues throughout the winter months, so if you’re not feeling confident to explore outdoors independently, join us for a guided journey across the Common! It’s been great to see familiar faces over the past 2 months, and we’d love some new families to come along too
December 3, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Our Yaffles Family Nature Club continues throughout the winter months, so if you’re not feeling confident to explore outdoors independently, join us for a guided journey across the Common! It’s been great to see familiar faces over the past 2 months, and we’d love some new families to come along too
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Our most-used words this year aren't a big surprise: 'community', 'building', and 'conversations'. Find out your own most-used words using Bluesky Harvest: bsky.app/profile/anis...
December 2, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Our most-used words this year aren't a big surprise: 'community', 'building', and 'conversations'. Find out your own most-used words using Bluesky Harvest: bsky.app/profile/anis...
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Do Good December - Day 3: Offer to help someone who is facing difficulties at the moment actionforhappiness.org/do-good-dece... #DoGoodDecember
December 3, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Do Good December - Day 3: Offer to help someone who is facing difficulties at the moment actionforhappiness.org/do-good-dece... #DoGoodDecember
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There is still time to book a ticket for tomorrow evenings (04/11/25) online talk, the last in the present series. Ed Harris will be talking about the Twining Tea Dynasty and social housing in and around Twickenham. Book here-
londonluminaries.com/talk/tea-and...
londonluminaries.com/talk/tea-and...
December 3, 2025 at 7:35 AM
There is still time to book a ticket for tomorrow evenings (04/11/25) online talk, the last in the present series. Ed Harris will be talking about the Twining Tea Dynasty and social housing in and around Twickenham. Book here-
londonluminaries.com/talk/tea-and...
londonluminaries.com/talk/tea-and...