Due to the current weather conditions, the following training sessions have been postponed: 1 March - Masterclass: Be prepared for GDPR1 March - Young Trustee training2 March - One Suffolk Websites - Refresher training We will … Read Article about CAS training postponed due to weather conditions
Archives for 2018
Quirky store opens in Norwich where you don’t need money to shop [source: EDP]
Source: EDP by Courtney Pouchin A boutique clothing shop with a difference has opened its doors in Norwich. Located in the Castle Mall Shopping Centre, New-U is a unique store that will operate on donations, swaps and loans, with no cash … Read Article about Quirky store opens in Norwich where you don’t need money to shop [source: EDP]
Suffolk sees more than two new volunteers join every day, including local Mayor!
Volunteering in Suffolk is off to a flying start this year, with over one hundred new registrations to the Volunteer Suffolk website in the first six weeks of 2018. The Volunteer Suffolk website www.volunteersuffolk.org.uk enables … Read Article about Suffolk sees more than two new volunteers join every day, including local Mayor!
New volunteering course launched as part of new “high quality” training programme at CAS
Community Action Suffolk has launched its latest programme of training courses, including a new, accredited course for volunteers with the National Open College Network (NOCN). Volunteers can gain a nationally recognised … Read Article about New volunteering course launched as part of new “high quality” training programme at CAS
Vote for Hopkins Homes’ Suffolk Charity of the Year
Hopkins Homes is holding an online vote to decide which Suffolk charities will receive a share of a £10,000 donation from the Hopkins Charitable Fund. Suffolk residents can take part in the vote by choosing their favourite from a shortlist of … Read Article about Vote for Hopkins Homes’ Suffolk Charity of the Year
Invitation: Market Engagement Forums – Suffolk County Council Future Home Care Services Market Engagement
Invitation: Market Engagement Forums - Suffolk County Council Future Home Care Services Market Engagement As you may be aware, Suffolk County Council are currently reviewing how it will meet the future needs of customers who increasingly want to … Read Article about Invitation: Market Engagement Forums – Suffolk County Council Future Home Care Services Market Engagement
CAS volunteering team evolving to meet the needs of the voluntary sector
Many local organisations are increasingly relying on volunteers to offer their services to Suffolk communities. Community Action Suffolk recognises this and is responding by evolving its volunteering team to meet these needs. Volunteering Services … Read Article about CAS volunteering team evolving to meet the needs of the voluntary sector
Suffolk’s voluntary sector looks to an even stronger future
Suffolk’s voluntary sector came together yesterday (7 February 2018) to consider how local charities and organisations can become stronger, for the benefit of the county and its residents. Over 100 delegates working in, and with, the voluntary … Read Article about Suffolk’s voluntary sector looks to an even stronger future
Today is Safer Internet Day! (6 February 2018)
Safer Internet Day 2018 will be celebrated globally today, Tuesday 6 February 2018, with the slogan “Create, Connect and Share Respect: A better internet starts with you”. Join more than a thousand organisations across the UK … Read Article about Today is Safer Internet Day! (6 February 2018)
House of Lords peer among newly appointed trustees of Community Action Suffolk
Community Action Suffolk (CAS) is delighted to announce the appointment of four new trustees to its Board. The addition of Chris Betson, Ben Matthews, Brian Parrott and The Baroness Scott of Needham Market brings new skills and experience, making … Read Article about House of Lords peer among newly appointed trustees of Community Action Suffolk
Meet our Suffolk ProHelp providers: EDRM (architecture design)
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 same way as they … Read Article about Meet our Suffolk ProHelp providers: EDRM (architecture design)
Staff blog: Suffolk Good Neighbour Schemes update – Our unsung heroes
I’m now two months in post as CAS Good Neighbour Scheme Development Officer! I have really enjoyed meeting my colleagues at CAS and also travelling across Suffolk meeting the Good Neighbour Schemes. The volunteers that run the schemes are our unsung … Read Article about Staff blog: Suffolk Good Neighbour Schemes update – Our unsung heroes
Employer supported volunteering with the world’s largest online gaming software supplier
Community Action Suffolk's volunteering team supports local businesses to encourage their employees to volunteer, known as "employer supported volunteering". Employers often organise team volunteering activities, but they can also give staff the … Read Article about Employer supported volunteering with the world’s largest online gaming software supplier
Meet our Suffolk ProHelp providers: Castons (chartered surveyors)
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: Castons (chartered surveyors)
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 same way as they … Read Article about Meet our Suffolk ProHelp providers: Ensors Chartered Accountants
