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We're the Northern Ireland Council for Voluntary Action. We support and represent voluntary and community organisations across Northern Ireland.
The countdown is on ⏰

Still time to join our first FREE Digital Fundraising Lab with @enthuse.com next week.

Practical tips to help charities strengthen their community fundraising.

📅 27 Jan
🕚 11am - 12pm
🖥️ Online via Zoom
🔗 tinyurl.com/yrsmf3bc

#NICVAtraining #DigitalFundraising
January 24, 2026 at 4:29 PM
🗓 Funding opens 30 Jan – KFC Youth Foundation Community Grants 2026

✅ One-stage application
✅ Updated eligibility
✅ Guidance webinar 29 Jan, 10:00–10:30 🔗 Register: tinyurl.com/mvpzhbh3

Deadline: 27 Feb | Outcomes: W/C 20 Apr

Resources & apply: www.kfcyf.org.uk/grants

#GrantTracker
January 23, 2026 at 4:09 PM
📆 Deadline extended!

Our Civic Threads Leadership Exchange to Cardiff is still open for senior VCS leaders to apply.

3 days of learning, networking & policy exchange

All travel & costs covered.

Nominations close 28 Jan at 12noon

Apply today 👉 bit.ly/4qkMSWi

#CivicThreads #PolicyExchange
January 23, 2026 at 3:46 PM
MPs warn the UK Govt that NI’s Local Growth Fund 70/30 split cuts voluntary sector funding by 64%.

This reinforces what the sector has been saying: 11,000 people could lose support & 400 jobs at risk.

The clock is ticking.

🔗 tinyurl.com/tr728tp5

#NICantWait
Local Growth Fund: MPs write to UK Government over voluntary sector funding cut - Committees - UK Parliament
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January 23, 2026 at 1:25 PM
Strong digital capability is becoming essential for the VCSE sector.

Our Digital Empowerment Programme is back in 2026, helping organisations build confidence, clarity and control over their digital systems.

Find out more at our free info session:
🗓 28 Jan | 12–12:45pm | Online
👉 bit.ly/4qnn7Vm
January 23, 2026 at 1:22 PM
📢 Funding opportunity

VSS has opened an Expression of Interest for organisations to deliver psychological & talking therapies (incl. family therapy) for under-18s affected by the Troubles/conflict.

Part of the Victims Support Programme 2026–28.

⏰ Closes 30 Jan 2026, 12 noon
🔗 tinyurl.com/526kxkd4
Victims Support Programme 2026-28 Expression of Interest Process - Victims and Survivors Service
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January 22, 2026 at 3:34 PM
“400 jobs at risk. Nearly 11,000 people helped every year. This will only add pressure to our already stretched health & social care system.” - Celine McStravick, NICVA

Our #NICantWait campaign featured on ITV News highlighting the real impact of the proposed 64% funding cut - tinyurl.com/5bzptp2k
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January 22, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Today at Stormont, the voluntary & community sector stood together.

These services are lifelines — not optional extras.

We thank those who stood with us. Now the NI Executive, MPs & UK Govt must act: reverse the 70/30 split and protect services.

Read more: bit.ly/49MsSVc

#NICantWait
January 21, 2026 at 8:31 PM
Our open letter is published today in the Irish News, Belfast Telegraph & News Letter.

A 64% cut to funding tackling economic inactivity is not reform — it dismantles proven support that changes lives and protects services.

Read more: bit.ly/49MsSVc

#NICantWait
January 21, 2026 at 8:27 PM
🚨 Today the voluntary & community sector is taking action.

UK Govt cuts of 64% to funding on economic inactivity will cost jobs and vital support across NI.

We’re calling for fair funding and protection of services.

Join us:

📍 Stormont Steps 12.30pm

#NICantWait #VoiceOfTheSector
January 21, 2026 at 12:01 PM
📣 Funding roundup: £2.5m+ for climate & food projects, £5k for health/care charities, £2.5k for community ideas, £10k for money skills, £10k match funding, £500–£6k for arts & environment.

All key upcoming deadlines included too.
🔗 tinyurl.com/abht2f9b

#GrantTracker
January 19, 2026 at 4:47 PM
⏰ Nominations close tomorrow at 12 noon for the Civic Threads Knowledge Exchange Visit to Cardiff (11–13 Feb 2026).

Senior leaders in NI’s voluntary & community sector:
✈️ Travel & accommodation covered
🤝 Policy exchange + UK-wide connections

Apply now: bit.ly/4qkMSWi
January 19, 2026 at 4:47 PM
Funding open for women-focused projects.

Grants of up to £5k available, plus £1k awards for smaller ideas.

📅 Apply 1–31 Jan 2026

🔗 www.anotherwaywf.org/funding

#GrantTracker
January 16, 2026 at 3:46 PM
📢 ILM Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management

We're running our popular ILM Level 5 accredited programme again, starting Feb 2026.

🗓 Induction: Thu 22 Jan | 10.30am | Online
👥 For middle managers, team leaders & aspiring leaders in the voluntary & community sector

🔗 tinyurl.com/4bst9h4n
January 15, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Teen mental health grants! 🧠💛

£500–£1,000 for community and not-for-profit groups running activities for 13–18-year-olds that improve mental health and wellbeing.

Apply 6 – 20 January (may close early if demand is high).

🔗 tinyurl.com/2tbzwn9j

#GrantTracker
January 14, 2026 at 5:35 PM
🚀 Free Info Session – Digital Empowerment Programme

Ready to transform your organisation’s digital strategy?

Join our free info session to learn how our programme can help you build a practical, sustainable digital strategy.

🗓 28 Jan | 12pm – 12.45pm | Online
👉 Register now: bit.ly/4qnn7Vm
January 14, 2026 at 5:16 PM
🕊️ 1 week left to nominate for the Good Relations Awards 2026!

Our Community Champion Award honours those driving Good Relations in their local area.

Do you know a community leader or volunteer making a difference?

⏰ Nominate by Fri 19 Jan, 12 noon: goodrelationsawards.com

#GRAWARDS26
January 13, 2026 at 5:26 PM
📣 Funding roundup:

Up to £1M for civic projects,
£2k+ for good relations,
£1–5k grassroots sports, arts, community projects,
£500–5k for child welfare, medical/animal projects, community & overseas support,
up to £15k holiday schemes for autistic children.

🔗 tinyurl.com/4c5y2b4k

#GrantTracker
January 12, 2026 at 2:57 PM
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Deadline alert: 31 January

Over 2,000 charities are due to submit their annual reports and accounts to the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland by 31 January.💡See our Annual Reporting Tips: www.charitycommissionni.org.uk/news/over-2-000-charities-reminded-of-annual-reporting-deadline-31-january/
January 12, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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International Women’s Day 2026
CALL FOR EVENTS
Host an event as part of the International Women’s Day Programme 2026 during March.

Find out more and submit your event at
tinyurl.com/RTAIWD26
or email
[email protected]
Theme-
Strength in Solidarity
January 12, 2026 at 12:23 PM
🌟 Call for Nominations

Senior leaders in NI’s voluntary & community sector: join a Knowledge Exchange Visit to Cardiff.

📅 11–13 Feb 2026
✈️ Travel, accommodation & meals covered
🤝 Meet Welsh Senedd, VCS & public sector leaders

⏰ Deadline: Tues 20 Jan, 12 noon
👉 Apply: bit.ly/4qkMSWi
January 12, 2026 at 11:43 AM
⭐ Member Spotlight: Head Injury Support ⭐

This month we’re featuring Head Injury Support, a Newry-based charity supporting adults with acquired brain injury through long-term, person-centred services, peer support and creative projects like the My HIStory podcast.

👉 tinyurl.com/zjrxmksn
January 10, 2026 at 1:49 PM
🎵 Up to £1,500 (or instruments) available from @mfacharity.bsky.social for community music projects supporting marginalised people across the UK. Open to groups, schools & individuals.

⏰ Deadline: 14 Jan 2026 (midday)
🔗 tinyurl.com/yjhk3dzh

#GrantTracker
January 9, 2026 at 3:23 PM
New date added due to demand!

Facilitation Skills for Community Development

📅 15 Jan 2026 | 10am–4pm | 📍 NICVA

Free workshop on inclusive facilitation, group dynamics & participation.

Open to those living/working in Belfast.

Register: tinyurl.com/4439vx4t

#BelfastPEACEPLUS @seupb.bsky.social
January 8, 2026 at 7:59 PM
⏰ Funding Closing Monday (12 Jan)

Grants of up to £2,000 are available for community organisations in County Fermanagh supporting people with disabilities. Funding supports inclusion, independent living, skills, confidence & social connection.

🔗 Apply here: tinyurl.com/mrt5pfc3

#GrantTracker
January 8, 2026 at 4:51 PM