Growing Regional Community Fund has backed the new IGNITE project – “Climbing the Money Tree”. The project will aim to support young people to develop financial management skills as they move into their first rented/social housing/student accommodation. Read on for the press release and all the information about this exciting new IGNITE project.
The iconic Ice Factory in Grimsby has made it onto the shortlist of at risk heritage buildings across Europe. This is a way of raising the profile of ‘buildings in need’. The Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust is trying to raise awareness of the plight of the building and bring it back into use. Read on to learn much more about the building, this shortlist and what’s next.
Our weekly roundup of news related to governance, trusteeship and leadership: New rules on the disqualification of Trustees and Senior Managers for all charities to be aware of. GDPR again. Charity legal update. Impact on the sector from Brexit. Trust in the charity sector and also an update on VANEL’s governance training programme.
The government has launched a new Inquiry. It will investigate ways in which taking part in the arts, cultural activities and sport can have a positive impact on health, community and education. Read on to learn more about the inquiry itself and how you can contribute your views.
As part of the Kennedy Way development, developers pledge funds towards public art in Immingham. A consultation is now open so that everyone can come up with ideas and have their say on what this public art should be. Read on for details and how to take part in the consultation process.
We’ve just refreshed all the Volunteering related pages on the VANEL website. It should now be much easier for you to find out what we’re offering. Find out about VDS, SVA, VMN (and what they mean), about training, resources and other support for volunteers and volunteer managers. Read on.
TAP are delivering free event which will showcase the range of grant funding that is available to rural Small and Medium sized businesses across the Humber. Find out more about the event here.
The Ethical Property Foundation will be delivering a workshop in Grimsby on 30th January, hosted by the North Bank Forum to support groups which have premises to understand how to better make use of them and potentially save money. The workshop will include many useful, practical tips and advice on ensuring a property is a boost, not a burden to an organisation. Read on for all the details and how to book.
This February half term, (12th – 16th), brings about a series of free* workshops designed by the IGNITE team. Communications. The joys of Coding. Food. Money. Consultations… There is plenty happening. Read on for all the details.
Our Volunteer Development Service (VDS) has had a strong start to 2018. Read on for more information about the service and find out why organisations that host volunteers are subscribing.
