We have inspiring member projects across Wales who can offer fully funded, bespoke supported sessions to your group. 

The Vale of Glamorgan Neighbourhood Watch Association held its Annual General Meeting in the Council Offices in Barry on October 16th. Graham Sillett from Barry was elected as Chair, Jane Wattleworth from Penarth was elected as Vice-Chair and Dr. David Ellis from Llantwit Major was elected as Treasurer.

Eisiau gwirfoddoli ond ddim yn siŵr ble i ddechrau? Gall Gwirfoddoli Cymru eich cysylltu chi â’r mudiadau sydd eich angen. Mae Gwirfoddoli Cymru am ddim i bawb ei defnyddio, ac mae cannoedd o fudiadau eisoes yn ei defnyddio i hysbysebu eu cyfleoedd gwirfoddoli, a gallai cofrestru ddim bod yn haws.

Want to volunteer but don’t know where to start? Volunteering Wales can connect you with the organisations that need you. Volunteering Wales is free for anyone to use, and already used by hundreds of organisations to advertise their volunteering opportunities, and it couldn’t be simpler to register.

Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) will be closed for the festive period from Friday 22nd December until Tuesday 2nd January 2024.  We hope you have a peaceful time and we look forward to serving you in 2024.

The consultation period runs for 10 weeks between Wednesday 6th December 2023 and Wednesday 14th February 2024. The closing date for the submission of comments is 23:59 on Wednesday 14th February 2024. The Council will also be holding a series of on-line and in person engagement sessions at which information on the Preferred Strategy and how to make comments will be available.

Sketch Magazine started life as a newsletter for members of the Llantwit Major Art and Craft Group. It had a particularly important role during the Pandemic helping to prevent social isolation by keeping  members connected through the lockdown.

The Vale of Glamorgan Council is currently running its annual Santa’s Cause campaign. Christmas should be a time of happiness and celebration. Sadly, for many families in the Vale of Glamorgan it can be one of great stress, anxiety, and sadness.

Students from Atlantic College recently volunteered some time with GVS CF61 Gardening Project in Llantwit Major. 

On Saturday 21st of October, Rookwood Sound Radio based at Llandough Hospital launched their service via DAB +.

The office space at St Paul’s Community Centre, Arcot Street, Penarth is available for £350.00 per calendar month with utilities and Wi-Fi included in the price.

If you didn't hear about Love the Vale Day in 2023, it’s our new annual event at Bro Radio where we hand over the entire radio station to our community. Submissions are required no later than 5pm on Tuesday 14th November 2023.

The Compact is an agreement between the Vale of Glamorgan Council, and voluntary and community organisations (known as the Third Sector) operating in the Vale of Glamorgan.  The deadline for completion of the survey has been extended until 15th December 2023.

Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) recently appointed a new and already valued member of its team to support its community work in Llantwit Major (CF61) and Penarth (St Pauls).  

South Wales Listens gives you the opportunity to tell your local neighbourhood police team about the issues that matter most to you, as well as taking part in surveys that will enable us to better understand concerns in your community. We'd really like to hear from you so why not ask your family, friends, and colleagues to register too? Registration is completely free, quick, and simple. 

With many organisations experiencing significant operational challenges, it’s so much more important than ever to step back and acknowledge the unseen work of our trustees.  Trustees’ Week is a chance to thank them for their commitment to the Sector. 

Welsh Charities Week is back from 13 – 17 November 2023, recognising the good work of charities, social enterprises, voluntary organisations and community and volunteer groups in Wales.

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GVS has measured its impact for 2022-2023 by recently producing its annual Impact Report. GVS’ small but effective team has produced some outstanding results in the past year, culminating in vital support to the vibrant local Third Sector organisations it serves.

GVS recently held its AGM in its newly renovated and beautifully restored St Paul’s Community Centre in Arcot Street, Penarth. St Pauls’ stained glass windows were the mesmerising attraction on the day.  The Impact Report, produced in both English and Welsh is available to download.