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New Three Year Grants to Support Wakefield City Centre Communities

Grants of £10,000 to £25,000 per year are available through the Third Sector Framework, funding VCSE organisations that support communities with the highest deprivation and poorest health outcomes in Wakefield City Centre.

Nov 20, 2024

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Challenging Plans To Increase Employer National Insurance for VCSE Organisations

It’s becoming more and more challenging for VCSE organisations to keep delivering their services that support and enrich communities.

Nov 13, 2024

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Tell Your Advocates: Employment & Skills Survey

VCSE Advocates need your input so they can advocate for you and the local VCSE sector.

Nov 4, 2024

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Join the new West Yorkshire Allyship Network

Are you passionate about justice and equality? Do you want to be part of a movement that creates real, lasting change?

Oct 25, 2024

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Join Us In Looking Back, Moving Forward: Our AGM 23-24

Join our AGM to hear a recap of our year, explore the challenges our sector is facing, and network with Nova Members and partners.

Oct 22, 2024

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New Funding Open For South Kirkby & Moorthorpe

Local VCSE organisations know what their communities need. We've opened another funding opportunity where they can decide what to fund.

Oct 17, 2024

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The Wakefield Children’s Bed Appeal Launched

Our partners have launched a new collaboration to make sure that every child in Wakefield District has a comfortable bed to sleep in.

Oct 16, 2024

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West Yorkshire VCSE Update: Work Around Procurement & Contracting

An update from Kim Shutler, VCSE Lead for West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board & Senior Responsible Officer for Power of Communities.

Oct 11, 2024

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5 Things to Consider When Using AI for VCSE Work

AI is becoming part of everyday life – from using Google Maps to email software – so we were interested to see how it could benefit VCSE organisations.

Oct 9, 2024

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Pension Credit and Winter Fuel Allowance for Wakefield District Residents

Up to 850,000 pensioner households may be entitled to Pension Credit, but do not claim it. Encourage the people you support to check their entitlement.

Sep 30, 2024

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Wakefield Community Organisations Funded to Build Healthy & Sustainable Communities

£20,000 awarded to local organisations, who came together to present their pitch and decide what to fund.

Sep 30, 2024

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Have Your Say: Transport to Medical Appointments

NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board would like to know how people travel to medical appointments and if they know about different support that is available to people.

Sep 25, 2024

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Payment for Involvement Playbook

The Payment for Involvement Playbook has just been published by The Social Change Agency.

Jun 18, 2024

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Building networks to support communities through emergencies

A new government resilience website has been launched, providing individuals, households and communities with information to enable them to be more prepared in emergencies.

Jun 13, 2024

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Job Opportunity at Nova: Finance Manager

We're excited to be recruiting for our supportive and skilled Operations Team at Nova.

Jun 7, 2024

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It's World Environment Day!

This World Environment Day, we're celebrating local VCSE organisations fighting climate change.

Jun 5, 2024

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How To: Make Your Mental Health Activities Safe

We’re seeing a huge increase in the number of VCSE organisations offering mental health activities, and the number of people with complex mental health needs referred to those activities.

Jun 4, 2024

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New Funding: Live Well Wakefield Small Grants

Live Well Wakefield Small Grants is open for applications, and this time we’re offering grants up to £10,000 with possibility of two year funding!

Jun 3, 2024

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The Voluntary Sector Manifesto is now live!

Ahead of the general election on 4 July, now is the time for charities, and the communities they support, to make their voices heard by all parties.

May 30, 2024

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VCSE Voices: What does it mean to advocate for the VCSE sector in the current climate?

"Always go to the table feeling like you've got just as much to give"

May 29, 2024

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To Share: New Family Hub ‘virtual walk-around’

Wakefield Families Together are proud to share with you the new Family Hub ‘virtual walk-around’ video.

May 29, 2024

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Have Your Say: Draft West Yorkshire Volunteering Strategy

West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership is looking for your feedback on a new volunteering strategy.

May 28, 2024

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Volunteers' Week in Wakefield District!

Join us as we celebrate 40 years of Volunteers’ Week and look to inspire more people to make a difference.

May 28, 2024

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For Sharing: Support Residents with Energy Debt Grants

The Energy Debt Fund scheme provides grants to help vulnerable and low-income households with problem energy debt.

May 23, 2024

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Happy Social Prescribing Day

9 March 2023 is Social Prescribing Day - a celebration of social prescribing, demonstrating the amazing impact it can have on people’s health and wellbeing. 

Mar 9, 2023

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Join the Wakefield Mental Health Alliance Dashboard

The Wakefield Mental Health Alliance is developing a dashboard to give oversight of mental health service activity across Wakefield and District.

Mar 9, 2023

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It's International Women's Day!

For International Women's Day and beyond, let's all fully #EmbraceEquity.

Mar 8, 2023

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Being a Charity Trustee: Refresh your Knowledge

These are lots of 5-minute video guides available from the Charity Commission to help Trustees provide the best possible oversight to their charity.

Mar 8, 2023

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Is your VCSE organisation Muslim-led?

The Muslim Charities Forum aim is to support, connect and represent the Muslim Charity sector.

Mar 7, 2023

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Get involved in new West Yorkshire Voice to help influence health and care decisions

West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership is passionate about making sure the voice of people is central to its work.

Mar 7, 2023

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Charities face uncertain months ahead

Charities have been a lifeline to millions this winter – providing food, warmth and support for the vulnerable.

Mar 6, 2023

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Report: Wakefield District Gypsy and Traveller Health Needs Assessment

The final version of the Wakefield District Gypsy and Traveller Health Needs Assessment (HNA) is now available, by our member Leeds GATE in partnership with Wakefield Council.

Mar 6, 2023

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Free Fire Safety Visits for Residents

Please share information about this free service with any people that your organisation works with.

Mar 1, 2023

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Over £1.2 million donated to VCSE organisations - get your share!

VCSE organisations in Wakefield District have just received a share of £1.2 million in easyfundraising donations, meaning they can update their facilities, buy new equipment, and improve their services!

Feb 28, 2023

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Looking for a space to hire in Wakefield District?

We've got an updated list of community venues across Wakefield District for your meetings, groups or events.

Feb 21, 2023

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What matters most for the VCSE sector in Wakefield District?

Attend our workshop to have your say on Nova's priorities for the next 3 years and how we can improve.

Feb 21, 2023

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We've been shortlisted as a finalist for the HSJ Partnership Awards 2023!

We're delighted to announce that Nova, Conexus Healthcare and Partners have been shortlisted for 'Best Not for Profit Working in Partnership with the NHS' in the HSJ Partnership Awards 2023.

Dec 6, 2022

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Get involved: West Yorkshire Housing Needs Analysis

Campbell Tickell are undertaking a housing needs analysis for West Yorkshire - covering Leeds, Wakefield, Calderdale, Kirklees and Bradford - and they want your help!

Dec 1, 2022

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Over £88,000 awarded to VCSE organisations through Live Well Wakefield Small Grants

We're thrilled to announce that over £88,000 went out to local VCSE organisations in Round 13 of Live Well Wakefield Small Grants.

Dec 1, 2022

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Welcome to our new website!

It’s been months in the making, but we’re ready to share our brand new website with you.

Nov 28, 2022

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Volunteer recruitment a growing concern for small charities

Small local charities are increasingly concerned about volunteer recruitment, according to newly published research.

Nov 25, 2022

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Connecting Locally: New report from NAVCA

Through working with and advocating for communities, and coordinating support, infrastructure organisations (like Nova!) are alleviating the worst impact of the cost of living crisis.

Nov 25, 2022

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How to talk to funders about the cost-of-living crisis

As costs rise and high inflation erodes the value of reserves and pre-pledged grants and donations, charities nationwide are being forced into impossible choices.

Nov 25, 2022

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Wakefield District Sight Aid to run first art project for people with sight loss!

Our member, Wakefield District Sight Aid, are excited to share with you that they have secured a Culture Grant from Wakefield Council to run an art project entitled Art Beyond Vision! Art Beyond Vision will consist of eight weekly creative workshops in February and March 2023.

Nov 24, 2022

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Get the basics right: Findings from the Funding Experience Survey by IVAR

"The things that matter most to charities are not wasting their time and giving them as much financial flexibility and stability as possible – some change here is within everyone’s grasp."

Nov 24, 2022

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Support your staff's wellbeing using this free trial

Our member, Words for Wellbeing, are looking for feedback on their wellbeing text service that could benefit your staff. Get involved now!

Nov 23, 2022

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Explore Census Maps for Wakefield District

Find useful data using these interactive census maps!

Nov 22, 2022

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Introducing VCSE Voices!

Our new project recruiting senior leaders from the VCSE sector onto multi-agency, decision-making boards.

Nov 21, 2022

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Member Spotlight: Memory Action Group

Each month we'll be showcasing the amazing organisations that make up our membership and the important work they do across the Wakefield District.

Dec 17, 2021

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Recipe Club Success

Residents of the Warwick Estate began sharing recipes in lockdown and the food initiative now reaches 70 families, in a programme managed by Warwick Ahead.

Nov 18, 2021

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Member Spotlight: Disability Sport Yorkshire

Each month we'll be showcasing the amazing organisations that make up our membership and the important work they do across the Wakefield District.

Nov 18, 2021

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Additional income for VCSE organisations in Wakefield District

Funding is available for voluntary organisations, non-profits, charities and CICs in the Wakefield District through fundraising website easyfundraising.

Oct 20, 2021

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Member Spotlight: Grow Wakefield

Each month we'll be showcasing the amazing organisations that make up our membership and the important work they do across the Wakefield District.

Oct 20, 2021

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Do you live in the Wakefield District and access government benefits?

The £20 Universal Credit uplift ended at the end of September. Did you know that you could receive additional support and advice around the recent changes to Universal Credit? Find out more here.

Oct 14, 2021

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Member Spotlight: Portobello Craft and Camera Group

Each month we'll be showcasing the amazing organisations that make up our membership and the important work they do across the Wakefield District.

Sep 27, 2021

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West Yorkshire & Harrogate Health and Care Partnership launch anti-racism movement

The movement is part of an ongoing commitment to tackle structural and institutionalised racism, as well as addressing health and social inequalities across the area.

Sep 1, 2021

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Community>Wakefield is live!

Community>Wakefield - the new place for services, activities, opportunities and events across Wakefield District.

Jul 19, 2021

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Member Spotlight: Wakefield Hospice

Each month we'll be showcasing the amazing organisations that make up our membership and the important work they do across the Wakefield District. We hope that you enjoy learning more about....

Jun 17, 2021

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Volunteers' Week 2021: Nova's roundup of celebrations and opportunities

The Nova team would like to thank volunteers for their inspiring and incredible work to support people and organisations across the Wakefield District.

Jun 3, 2021

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Case Studies from the Covid-19 Community Hubs

We have asked community organisations to provide us with information and stories so we can highlight the brilliant work that volunteers are doing throughout Wakefield District during the pandemic.

Jun 1, 2020

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