LAST CHANCE TO ATTEND Community Action Suffolk is delighted to be working in partnership with Prettys Solicitors, Ipswich, to offer one last Masterclass on GDPR readiness for the Voluntary Community Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector. Delegates … Read Article about Last chance to attend our GDPR Masterclass with Prettys solicitors
Archives for 2018
Important Government Consultation on Civil Society – Your views needed
Government Consultation on Civil Society: Your views needed – deadline 22 May The Civil Society Strategy aims to find new ways for government and other partners to work with and for civil society to tackle challenges and unlock opportunities to … Read Article about Important Government Consultation on Civil Society – Your views needed
Join Suffolk businesses at the Suffolk Volunteering Conference 2018
Community Action Suffolk invites businesses and voluntary organisations to attend its Suffolk Volunteering Conference on Thursday 17 May 2018 at BT’s Adastral Park. The event, supported by BT, is a series of talks and workshops giving attendees an … Read Article about Join Suffolk businesses at the Suffolk Volunteering Conference 2018
Network of rural advisers head to the city of Peterborough
[source: ACRE website] The ACRE Network of specialist advisers for village halls and similar community buildings will hold their annual training event in Peterborough. ACRE is pleased to announce that Norris & Fisher (Insurance … Read Article about Network of rural advisers head to the city of Peterborough
Volunteering is alive and well in Suffolk!
The Mayor of Ipswich, Councillor Sarah Barber, presented volunteers with certificates of achievement last night (Mon 9 April) at a special Volunteer Appreciation Event at Gainsborough Community Library. The mayor praised the community’s … Read Article about Volunteering is alive and well in Suffolk!
How can volunteering improve your business?
Businesses in Suffolk are invited to attend this year’s Suffolk Volunteering Conference on 17 May 2018. “Employer Supported Volunteering” (ESV) is the focus of this year’s conference, organised by Community Action Suffolk and supported by … Read Article about How can volunteering improve your business?
The magic that happens when local businesses and charities get together! Book your place at the Suffolk Volunteering Conference
Suffolk businesses and voluntary organisation's are invited to attend this year’s Suffolk Volunteering Conference on 17 May 2018 at Adastral Park. “Employer Supported Volunteering” (ESV) is the focus of this year’s conference, organised by … Read Article about The magic that happens when local businesses and charities get together! Book your place at the Suffolk Volunteering Conference
Do you need any furniture for your charity?
Do you need any furniture for your charity? Furniture Giveaway flyer The MyGo centre in Ipswich has now closed and we have a range of office furniture that we need to dispose of. We are offering all items free of charge to Suffolk charities, … Read Article about Do you need any furniture for your charity?
Do voluntary organisations really need a business plan?
We believe that effective business planning is key for your organisation’s success. Sabrina Ward, Community Action Suffolk's Specialist Business Support Officer, will lead an "Introduction to business planning" course on 25 April 2018 to … Read Article about Do voluntary organisations really need a business plan?
Meet our Suffolk ProHelp providers: Ensors (chartered accountants)
Suffolk ProHelp is a countywide network of businesses which provides professional and strategic support free of charge to voluntary organisations. The guiding principle of Suffolk ProHelp is that members approach this work in the … Read Article about Meet our Suffolk ProHelp providers: Ensors (chartered accountants)
Funding secured for residents to grow their local communities (East Suffolk)
£384,000 of Big Lottery funding has been secured for a new project which will put residents at the heart of developing their communities in Lowestoft and the surrounding area. Community Action Suffolk, working in partnership with Waveney District … Read Article about Funding secured for residents to grow their local communities (East Suffolk)
Haverhill’s proposed BMX Pump track takes another step forward
Residents from Haverhill South and enthusiastic BMX riders are invited to see proposed plans for a new BMX Pump Track. The track, which will be located in Greenfields Way between the Clements GP Practice and Clements Primary Academy, will be … Read Article about Haverhill’s proposed BMX Pump track takes another step forward
Staff blog: Have you heard about #MeetUpMondays?
#MeetUpMondays have arrived in Suffolk, a concept borne out of The Alexandra pub in Wimbledon where landlord, Mick Dore, wanted to do something for those living in the neighbourhood who were lonely. Every Monday, The Alexandra … Read Article about Staff blog: Have you heard about #MeetUpMondays?
Are you brave enough to volunteer?!
Community Action Suffolk’s volunteering team has been busy finding local events at which Suffolk’s army of volunteers can help out. The Great East Swim (23 June), Midnight Walk (12 May) and Only the Brave (25 March) are already looking for … Read Article about Are you brave enough to volunteer?!
CAS supports local organisation with business planning to secure £1.5m project
CAS has recently worked with Woodbridge based community interest company (CIC), Jetty Lane, to prepare a business plan which has now successfully been presented to Suffolk County Council to secure a new £1.5 million youth and … Read Article about CAS supports local organisation with business planning to secure £1.5m project
