Richmond CVS
richmondcvs.bsky.social
Richmond CVS
@richmondcvs.bsky.social
We are the local support organisation for all charity, community and voluntary activity in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames
🚨 JOB OPPORTUNITY CLOSING THIS SUNDAY 🚨

Head of Capacity Building & Projects, Richmond CVS

If you have the skills and would like to join our team in this refreshed and strategically important role, make sure you apply by 12 midnight this Sunday (30 Nov)

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November 28, 2025 at 2:33 PM
⏰ PLACE YOUR BIDS - by 10pm this Sunday ⏰

You could win an amazing prize while bringing joy to local care home residents with the silent auction from Embracing Age

bit.ly/EA-auction
November 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Join the White Ribbon Torch Walk - Sat 6 Dec 2025, 5pm

As part of this year's local activity for 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence everyone's invited to help change the culture that leads to abuse

#WhiteRibbonDay

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November 28, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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Today is your last chance to order free posters to have them delivered in time for the winter weekend of action on 5–7 December.

Don't delay, order now: actionnetwork.org/forms/order-...

The more places we put up these posters, the further our solidarity spreads.
November 26, 2025 at 10:07 AM
Something which was touched on by our guest speakers at last week's AGM event was partnerships and collaboration

So good to see networking and conversations in flow as local groups came together
November 25, 2025 at 4:17 PM
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By rocking one, you’ll send a message of solidarity and join us in giving HIV stigma the BOOT! 👢

All year round, we provide life-changing support services to people living with and affected by HIV. Help our vital work continue by supporting us with a donation ⬇️❤️
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November 25, 2025 at 9:51 AM
⏰ Just one week to go - last spaces ⏰

Recognising & Responding to Challenging Behaviour

If your local VCS organisation helps people with complex lives, this session is for you

Useful for any team members but especially those in public-facing roles

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Recognising and Responding to Challenging Behaviour
This online workshop for local charities and community groups will explore how to recognise and respond to challenging behaviour.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM
🚨 FUNDING - 2 DAYS TO GO - CLOSES WED 26 NOV 2025 🚨

Could your SW London VCS organisation help to increase cancer awareness in the community?

One-off grants of £500 are available for already-planned or new activity in Feb/Mar 2026

bit.ly/3LHeSE6
November 24, 2025 at 11:15 AM
We have to say a special thank you to some truly inspiring guest speakers at yesterday's event

Absolute shining examples of how personal passion, energy and enthusiasm can develop to make such a difference to communities and create invaluable connections

✨ADHDEmbrace ✨

✨Richmond Soup Kitchen ✨
November 21, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Last Spaces: Volunteering & the Law
Thu 27 Nov, 10am - 12.30pm online

"Very informative and clear"

Whether you're already using volunteers to support your work, or just considering the possibilities, this is essential information to be clear about

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Volunteering and the Law
Do you know the key legal differences between a volunteer and a paid worker? This session will help you understand and stay within the law.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Thank you to everyone who joined this us for morning's AGM for a short review of our 2024/25 activities and accounts and to vote on required formal matters

The red cards were out, no one was sent off!
November 20, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Strike action continues to 19 Nov but NHS urgent care continues

Patients should attend appointments unless contacted

Visit 111.nhs.uk or call 111 for non-urgent advice & info

For life-threatening emergencies, call 999

GP surgeries & pharmacies remain open
November 17, 2025 at 1:48 PM
📢 NEW JOB ALERT 📢

Business Manager, TAG Youth Club – apply by 12 Dec

An exciting new part-time flexible role to provide administrative support across a wide range of areas has been created for this amazing award-winning children's charity

bit.ly/3LHVTJw
November 17, 2025 at 1:23 PM
RM Partners Prevention & Screening Community Grant – apply by 26 Nov

Could your VCS organisation help to increase cancer awareness in the community?

One-off grants of £500 are available for already-planned or new activity in Feb/Mar 2026

bit.ly/3LHeSE6
November 17, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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What does the new Charity Governance Code mean for charities? Mark Abbott from Bates Wells takes a look at the changes. https://loom.ly/DmPDvMY
November 17, 2025 at 10:01 AM
A fantastic session of informal connection and conversation between mentors and mentees last night

Thank you to @richmondfoundation.org.uk & all those who came out on such a wet evening as we seek to remove barriers to trusteeship, increase diversity & enable local trustees to lead with confidence
November 14, 2025 at 2:09 PM
NEW Job Opportunity: CEO, Home-Start Richmond, Kingston & Hounslow

Apply by 24 Nov 2025

Are you an inspiring & strategic leader who thrives on building partnerships, driving growth & creating lasting social impact?

This is an extraordinary opportunity to lead, grow & transform

bit.ly/43sEP0d
November 12, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Nurture and a Sense of Belonging: Alternative Provision VCS Forum

ONLINE session

VCS organisations in @richmondcouncil.bsky.social supporting children & young people with all areas of health & social communication - inc work with young carers, SEND & parent carers - book now!

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Nurture and a Sense of Belonging: Alternative Provision VCS Forum
This meeting will focus on how to foster a sense of belonging, which is key to help students in alternative provision re-engage with school.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:14 PM
BRAND NEW FOR VCS STAFF & TRUSTEES

Using AI Wisely in Fundraising

📅 Tue 25 Nov
⏰ 10am - 12pm (online)

If you're confidently using AI & in fundraising or a position where you need to better understand the benefits & risks, book now to explore how to use it wisely & effectively

bit.ly/47NVTPt
November 11, 2025 at 10:50 AM
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🤝 This #InterfaithWeek, we celebrate the strength of London’s diversity.

Let’s build bridges between communities and civic and democratic participation so every voice is heard on the issues that matter most to them.

Learn more 👉 registertovote.london

#NoVoteNoVoice
November 10, 2025 at 9:55 AM
We will remember them...

Remembrance Day services are being held across @richmondcouncil.bsky.social this Sunday (9 Nov)

If you would like to join others in person to remember & commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice, find details of all local parades and/or services at bit.ly/4oBslMb
November 7, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Voluntary and community groups in @[email protected] are warmly invited to attend our AGM:

📅 Thu 20 Nov 2025
⏰ 9.30am -11.30am
📍 Duke Street Church, TW9 1DH

After the formal business, hear from our new CEO & guest speakers & network with #VCS colleagues

Book now

bit.ly/47JmXQ4
November 6, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Thank you to all the engaged and committed local trustees in our network

These are just a selection of some of the governance heroes in our borough at our Trustee Forward launch earlier this year

Thank you all for making a difference

#TrusteesWeek

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November 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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8 days to World Kindness Day. Promise your future self one weekly act of kindness. Seal it, save it, live it.

#WorldKindnessDay #ScienceOfKindness #MakeKindnessTheNorm #RAKtivist
November 5, 2025 at 8:04 PM