GVS is running a meet the funder session alongside the Vale council in relation to the Strong Communities grant.

An open event to raise the awareness and tackle the stigma that surrounds dementia, on Wednesday 21^st May at Barry Library

Join us for an open event to raise awareness and challenge the stigma surrounding dementia on Thursday 22^nd May at the Paget Rooms, Penarth

Barry Amateur Swimming Club (Barry ASC) is actively seeking to recover missing scrapbooks that form a crucial part of our club's historical archive.  

The Welsh Government is pleased to launch its Democratic Engagement Grant for a further three years with £400,000 being available to support projects.

Open on the third Thursday of the month people can drop in to find out more about and get support right there any then on a range of topics. There will be friendly faces there from trusted organisations including Citizens Advice.

This half day course will provide you with key information about UK Data Protection legislation including the EU & UK GDPR, providing you with an awareness of data protection and its impact on your role.

A webinar to give an overview of key facts, including eligibility and the application process, will take place on Tuesday 8 April, 1-2pm.

We are pleased to inform you that Vale 2030 - the Council’s new 5-year Corporate Plan, has now been launched. 

The Strong Communities Grant Fund offers grants to community groups, voluntary organisations and Town and Community Councils of up to £15,000.

Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) has published an informative new resource, "Shaping Our Future Wellbeing and the Third Sector in the Vale of Glamorgan."

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has announced the return of the Barry Bike Club.

Dental public health experts highlight small increases in childhood dental extractions under general anaesthesia from 2022/23 to 2023/24.

Almost 100 people experiencing homelessness took up the offer of vital checks for tuberculosis (TB) and blood-borne viruses at two special clinics held in the heart of Cardiff.

The impact of the Norovirus outbreak continues to affect a number of wards which is causing exceptional pressure on the system.

An ambitious new drive to create a more compassionate approach to understanding the causes of and responding to suicide and self-harm will help to save lives.

This final round aims to support new and existing mental health well-being groups in Cardiff & the Vale of Glamorgan that are run by people who have experienced mental health issues.  Groups can apply for up to £400. Closing date for applications is 2^nd May 2025

Twenty-five years. A whole generation. Looking back to November 1999, when I first stepped into Glamorgan Voluntary Services (formerly VCVS) as the Western Vale Development Officer, it feels like both a lifetime and a blink of an eye.

Clive Curtis joined, what was Vale Council for Voluntary Services, on 1st November 1999 as the Western Vale Development Officer. Therefore, that means that Clive has celebrated 25 years with the County Voluntary Council.  

Join our Cardiff & Vale Caniad team on the 30th of April for an opportunity to share your experiences and help shape the future of perinatal support groups.