North Tyneside VODA
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From today, our telephone number has changed.
You can now reach VODA on 0191 323 2040.
Please update your records, share with your team and feel free to get in touch if you need any support.
You can now reach VODA on 0191 323 2040.
Please update your records, share with your team and feel free to get in touch if you need any support.
November 17, 2025 at 9:16 AM
From today, our telephone number has changed.
You can now reach VODA on 0191 323 2040.
Please update your records, share with your team and feel free to get in touch if you need any support.
You can now reach VODA on 0191 323 2040.
Please update your records, share with your team and feel free to get in touch if you need any support.
Find a great-value, eco-friendly gift this Christmas! Visit the Pre-Loved Bike Event at the Linskill Centre, Sat 15 Nov, 10am–12pm. Over 50 children’s bikes, all safety-checked. First come, first served. Proceeds support Linskill Charity with North Tyneside Council.
November 7, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Find a great-value, eco-friendly gift this Christmas! Visit the Pre-Loved Bike Event at the Linskill Centre, Sat 15 Nov, 10am–12pm. Over 50 children’s bikes, all safety-checked. First come, first served. Proceeds support Linskill Charity with North Tyneside Council.
VODA's telephone number is changing. From the 17 November our new number will be 0191 323 2040.
November 7, 2025 at 11:05 AM
VODA's telephone number is changing. From the 17 November our new number will be 0191 323 2040.
The latest VODA ebulletin is out now – your essential update for North Tyneside’s VCSE.
Inside this issue: 18 new funding opportunities, last chance to book the AGM, VODA’s new phone number, Trustees’ Week highlights, training, volunteering and more.
Read it online: voda.org.uk/enews
Inside this issue: 18 new funding opportunities, last chance to book the AGM, VODA’s new phone number, Trustees’ Week highlights, training, volunteering and more.
Read it online: voda.org.uk/enews
November 6, 2025 at 12:36 PM
The latest VODA ebulletin is out now – your essential update for North Tyneside’s VCSE.
Inside this issue: 18 new funding opportunities, last chance to book the AGM, VODA’s new phone number, Trustees’ Week highlights, training, volunteering and more.
Read it online: voda.org.uk/enews
Inside this issue: 18 new funding opportunities, last chance to book the AGM, VODA’s new phone number, Trustees’ Week highlights, training, volunteering and more.
Read it online: voda.org.uk/enews
Great session today for the North Tyneside Mental Health Alliance on Working with Eating Disorders for Professionals, delivered by Eating Distress North East. Members left feeling more confident and better equipped to support those in their care. Contact anne.webster@voda.org.uk for Alliance info.
November 5, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Great session today for the North Tyneside Mental Health Alliance on Working with Eating Disorders for Professionals, delivered by Eating Distress North East. Members left feeling more confident and better equipped to support those in their care. Contact anne.webster@voda.org.uk for Alliance info.
It’s Trustees’ Week! Strengthen your skills as a Trustee with VODA’s free, in-person training. Join our next Trustee Roles & Responsibilities session on Friday 21 November, 10am–12pm at VODA. Book your place: voda.org.uk/training
#TrusteesWeek
#TrusteesWeek
November 5, 2025 at 11:16 AM
It’s Trustees’ Week! Strengthen your skills as a Trustee with VODA’s free, in-person training. Join our next Trustee Roles & Responsibilities session on Friday 21 November, 10am–12pm at VODA. Book your place: voda.org.uk/training
#TrusteesWeek
#TrusteesWeek
North Tyneside Council’s Housing and Property Service is holding advice drop-ins for tenants this winter. Pop by to ask questions or get support on repairs, neighbourhoods, tenancy or Homefinder. No booking needed. Details: https://haveyoursay.northtyneside.gov.uk/come-and-have-a-chat
November 4, 2025 at 3:45 PM
North Tyneside Council’s Housing and Property Service is holding advice drop-ins for tenants this winter. Pop by to ask questions or get support on repairs, neighbourhoods, tenancy or Homefinder. No booking needed. Details: https://haveyoursay.northtyneside.gov.uk/come-and-have-a-chat
It’s #TrusteesWeek – a great time to celebrate trustees and boost confidence in managing charity finances. The Charity Commission’s Trustee Finance Toolkit offers practical guides to help boards strengthen financial understanding:
Charity Trustee Finance Toolkit
Explore financial resources for charity trustees from the Charity Commission. Helping you plan and manage your charity's finances.
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November 4, 2025 at 10:41 AM
It’s #TrusteesWeek – a great time to celebrate trustees and boost confidence in managing charity finances. The Charity Commission’s Trustee Finance Toolkit offers practical guides to help boards strengthen financial understanding:
Celebrate Trustees Week with us at our Trustee Networking Brunch on Wed 5 Nov, 10am–12pm at VODA, Wallsend. Enjoy brunch, connect with fellow trustees and be inspired by our guest speaker. Spaces are limited – book now at voda.org.uk/trustee-brunch
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November 3, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Celebrate Trustees Week with us at our Trustee Networking Brunch on Wed 5 Nov, 10am–12pm at VODA, Wallsend. Enjoy brunch, connect with fellow trustees and be inspired by our guest speaker. Spaces are limited – book now at voda.org.uk/trustee-brunch
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It’s #TrusteesWeek – a time to celebrate the amazing trustees who lead, support and strengthen our local charities and community groups. Across North Tyneside, your time and expertise help organisations thrive. Find events and resources at www.trusteesweek.org
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November 3, 2025 at 10:51 AM
It’s #TrusteesWeek – a time to celebrate the amazing trustees who lead, support and strengthen our local charities and community groups. Across North Tyneside, your time and expertise help organisations thrive. Find events and resources at www.trusteesweek.org
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Less than two weeks to go until VODA’s AGM 2025 on Tues 11 Nov. Spaces are filling fast – book soon to hear from Jackie Laughton, celebrate the VCSE Awards, and connect with local colleagues.
👉 voda.org.uk/agm
👉 voda.org.uk/agm
October 30, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Less than two weeks to go until VODA’s AGM 2025 on Tues 11 Nov. Spaces are filling fast – book soon to hear from Jackie Laughton, celebrate the VCSE Awards, and connect with local colleagues.
👉 voda.org.uk/agm
👉 voda.org.uk/agm
Discover how effective campaigning can drive real change. Our latest article shares practical tips to help charities and community groups make a difference on social issues. Read more:
Make a Difference Through Campaigning on Social Issues - VODA
Campaigning on social issues is one of the most effective ways to spark change and raise awareness. Whether it is advocating for climate justice, gender equality, mental health, racial equity, or education reform, campaigns help bring urgent issues to light and push for real action. At the heart of every successful campaign is a desire […]
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October 28, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Discover how effective campaigning can drive real change. Our latest article shares practical tips to help charities and community groups make a difference on social issues. Read more:
Celebrate Trustees Week with us at our Trustee Networking Brunch on Wed 5 Nov, 10am–12pm at VODA, Wallsend. Enjoy brunch, connect with fellow trustees and be inspired by our guest speaker. Spaces are limited – book now at voda.org.uk/trustee-brunch
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October 28, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Celebrate Trustees Week with us at our Trustee Networking Brunch on Wed 5 Nov, 10am–12pm at VODA, Wallsend. Enjoy brunch, connect with fellow trustees and be inspired by our guest speaker. Spaces are limited – book now at voda.org.uk/trustee-brunch
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Join the Community Foundation’s Trustees’ Week webinar Diversity and Boardroom Behaviour on 7 Nov, 12–1pm. Explore how to build inclusive, respectful boards where every trustee feels valued & able to contribute.
Book now – Diversity and Boardroom Behaviour - Online – Zoom
Diversity and Boardroom Behaviour - Online – Zoom, Fri 7 Nov 2025 - Attracting new voices to your board is the first step towards better governance. Retaining trustees requires dedication to the needs of the individual. Whole-team commitment is essential for a meaningful welcome. This workshop wil...
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October 27, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Join the Community Foundation’s Trustees’ Week webinar Diversity and Boardroom Behaviour on 7 Nov, 12–1pm. Explore how to build inclusive, respectful boards where every trustee feels valued & able to contribute.
Whether you’re in the North Tyneside VCSE sector or looking for local jobs or volunteering, the VODA Ebulletin is for you. Get updates, funding news, events, opportunities and more. Sign up at voda.org.uk/ebulletin to stay connected with your community.
October 24, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Whether you’re in the North Tyneside VCSE sector or looking for local jobs or volunteering, the VODA Ebulletin is for you. Get updates, funding news, events, opportunities and more. Sign up at voda.org.uk/ebulletin to stay connected with your community.
Thinking about becoming a trustee or want to build confidence in your role? Join our free Trustee Roles and Responsibilities session on Fri 21 Nov, 10am–12pm at VODA, Wallsend. A friendly, practical session for North Tyneside VCSE trustees. Book now: voda.org.uk/training
October 23, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Thinking about becoming a trustee or want to build confidence in your role? Join our free Trustee Roles and Responsibilities session on Fri 21 Nov, 10am–12pm at VODA, Wallsend. A friendly, practical session for North Tyneside VCSE trustees. Book now: voda.org.uk/training
A big thank you to Si Beckwith for delivering another brilliant Introduction to Podcasting workshop for local charities and community groups at VODA. Si is a valued Sector Connector partner, and we’re grateful for his ongoing support and generosity in sharing his expertise.
October 23, 2025 at 9:46 AM
A big thank you to Si Beckwith for delivering another brilliant Introduction to Podcasting workshop for local charities and community groups at VODA. Si is a valued Sector Connector partner, and we’re grateful for his ongoing support and generosity in sharing his expertise.
Join VODA’s AGM 2025 on 11 Nov at Wallsend Community Hub & Library. Hear about our achievements, help appoint new trustees, hear from Jackie Laughton, and network with VCSE colleagues. Celebrate the VCSE Awards 2025 too! 👉 Book: voda.org.uk/events
October 21, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Join VODA’s AGM 2025 on 11 Nov at Wallsend Community Hub & Library. Hear about our achievements, help appoint new trustees, hear from Jackie Laughton, and network with VCSE colleagues. Celebrate the VCSE Awards 2025 too! 👉 Book: voda.org.uk/events
It’s Get Online Week. Good Things Foundation has launched the AI Gateway – a free, easy-to-use platform to help everyone build confidence and understanding around artificial intelligence.
Good Things Foundation launches the AI Gateway: free AI learning for everyone | Good Things Foundation
The bold new platform aims to close UK’s “AI confidence gap” and ensure no one is left behind.
www.goodthingsfoundation.org
October 21, 2025 at 11:19 AM
It’s Get Online Week. Good Things Foundation has launched the AI Gateway – a free, easy-to-use platform to help everyone build confidence and understanding around artificial intelligence.
Our latest Governance blog breaks down the new Data Use and Access Act 2025 – what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what it means for your organisation. Here’s what you need to know: https://voda.org.uk/data-use-and-access-act-2025-what-it-means-for-your-organisation/
October 17, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Our latest Governance blog breaks down the new Data Use and Access Act 2025 – what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what it means for your organisation. Here’s what you need to know: https://voda.org.uk/data-use-and-access-act-2025-what-it-means-for-your-organisation/
In her latest CEO Blog, Vicky Smith shares upcoming VODA events — from the VCSE Leaders’ Forum on Funding to Meet the Funder sessions and our AGM & Sector Awards on 11 Nov (nominations close 23 Oct). Book at voda.org.uk/events or watch the vlog: youtu.be/k8MVWPBuOGI
October 16, 2025 at 11:38 AM
In her latest CEO Blog, Vicky Smith shares upcoming VODA events — from the VCSE Leaders’ Forum on Funding to Meet the Funder sessions and our AGM & Sector Awards on 11 Nov (nominations close 23 Oct). Book at voda.org.uk/events or watch the vlog: youtu.be/k8MVWPBuOGI
The latest VODA ebulletin is out now, featuring all the essential news, funding, events and training for the North Tyneside VCSE.
Read it online at voda.org.uk/enews
Read it online at voda.org.uk/enews
October 15, 2025 at 11:32 AM
The latest VODA ebulletin is out now, featuring all the essential news, funding, events and training for the North Tyneside VCSE.
Read it online at voda.org.uk/enews
Read it online at voda.org.uk/enews
Celebrate NS800 at the Nile Street Party on Sat 1 Nov, 12–4pm! Enjoy live music, poetry, dance, creative stalls, kids’ activities and street food. Free community fun for all ages.
🎟 Book your free ticket: ticketsource.co.uk/creativesofnorthshields
🎟 Book your free ticket: ticketsource.co.uk/creativesofnorthshields
October 14, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Celebrate NS800 at the Nile Street Party on Sat 1 Nov, 12–4pm! Enjoy live music, poetry, dance, creative stalls, kids’ activities and street food. Free community fun for all ages.
🎟 Book your free ticket: ticketsource.co.uk/creativesofnorthshields
🎟 Book your free ticket: ticketsource.co.uk/creativesofnorthshields
New workshop for voluntary & community organisations on boosting visibility. Learn low-cost tools for brand strategy, content, multimedia, and ethical considerations. Delivered by We Are Intertwined CIC at VODA, Wallsend on 23 Oct, 10–12. Refreshments provided. Book: voda.org.uk/training
October 13, 2025 at 2:48 PM
New workshop for voluntary & community organisations on boosting visibility. Learn low-cost tools for brand strategy, content, multimedia, and ethical considerations. Delivered by We Are Intertwined CIC at VODA, Wallsend on 23 Oct, 10–12. Refreshments provided. Book: voda.org.uk/training
When you donate, remember to #TickTheBox! It takes seconds, but it can make a lifetime of difference to others. Gift Aid helps charities do so much more with every donation. #GiftAidAwarenessDay
@cfgsocial.bsky.social
@cfgsocial.bsky.social
October 9, 2025 at 9:42 PM
When you donate, remember to #TickTheBox! It takes seconds, but it can make a lifetime of difference to others. Gift Aid helps charities do so much more with every donation. #GiftAidAwarenessDay
@cfgsocial.bsky.social
@cfgsocial.bsky.social