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
Getting started with legacy and in memory programmes - Thu 12 Feb 2026
This looks like a really useful session from @thesaltways.bsky.social - creators of ethical & effective films for the Third Sector - and it's part of their free programme for not-for-profits 🙏
bit.ly/49NTPYL
This looks like a really useful session from @thesaltways.bsky.social - creators of ethical & effective films for the Third Sector - and it's part of their free programme for not-for-profits 🙏
bit.ly/49NTPYL
Getting started with legacy and in memory programmes
Kickstart your legacy and in-memory fundraising with a practical session - perfect for small teams taking their first steps.
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January 23, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Getting started with legacy and in memory programmes - Thu 12 Feb 2026
This looks like a really useful session from @thesaltways.bsky.social - creators of ethical & effective films for the Third Sector - and it's part of their free programme for not-for-profits 🙏
bit.ly/49NTPYL
This looks like a really useful session from @thesaltways.bsky.social - creators of ethical & effective films for the Third Sector - and it's part of their free programme for not-for-profits 🙏
bit.ly/49NTPYL
Inclusive Language Survey - closes THIS MONDAY
For carers & residents in contact with Adult Social Care
Help @richmondcouncil.bsky.social co-produce a best-practice guide to ensure the language used by their staff is right for those who engage with them ⬇️ ⬇️
www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/LanguageGu...
For carers & residents in contact with Adult Social Care
Help @richmondcouncil.bsky.social co-produce a best-practice guide to ensure the language used by their staff is right for those who engage with them ⬇️ ⬇️
www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/LanguageGu...
January 22, 2026 at 4:56 PM
Inclusive Language Survey - closes THIS MONDAY
For carers & residents in contact with Adult Social Care
Help @richmondcouncil.bsky.social co-produce a best-practice guide to ensure the language used by their staff is right for those who engage with them ⬇️ ⬇️
www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/LanguageGu...
For carers & residents in contact with Adult Social Care
Help @richmondcouncil.bsky.social co-produce a best-practice guide to ensure the language used by their staff is right for those who engage with them ⬇️ ⬇️
www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/LanguageGu...
NEW LOCAL FUNDING - apply by 27 Mar 2026
Richmond Council's Refugee Week (15 Jun) small grants scheme for 2026 is open for applications to constituted voluntary and community groups to support events in Richmond that celebrate sanctuary seekers
bit.ly/49z3Lqj
Richmond Council's Refugee Week (15 Jun) small grants scheme for 2026 is open for applications to constituted voluntary and community groups to support events in Richmond that celebrate sanctuary seekers
bit.ly/49z3Lqj
January 22, 2026 at 9:39 AM
NEW LOCAL FUNDING - apply by 27 Mar 2026
Richmond Council's Refugee Week (15 Jun) small grants scheme for 2026 is open for applications to constituted voluntary and community groups to support events in Richmond that celebrate sanctuary seekers
bit.ly/49z3Lqj
Richmond Council's Refugee Week (15 Jun) small grants scheme for 2026 is open for applications to constituted voluntary and community groups to support events in Richmond that celebrate sanctuary seekers
bit.ly/49z3Lqj
Demonstrating the positive contribution volunteers make to your cause is vital, especially when you're looking to secure funding or influence others
Make sure you have the knowledge & relevant, readily available evidence you need
Book a space now - www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1923053638...
Make sure you have the knowledge & relevant, readily available evidence you need
Book a space now - www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1923053638...
Measuring Volunteering
Could you improve the way you measure and evaluate the impact of volunteering in your organisation? If so, this is the session for you.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
January 21, 2026 at 3:42 PM
Demonstrating the positive contribution volunteers make to your cause is vital, especially when you're looking to secure funding or influence others
Make sure you have the knowledge & relevant, readily available evidence you need
Book a space now - www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1923053638...
Make sure you have the knowledge & relevant, readily available evidence you need
Book a space now - www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1923053638...
Reposted by Richmond CVS
Could you be one of our new Ruils #Trustees?
We're looking for several people to join our board. Ideal candidates will have lived experience of Disability and experience of the health & social care system. HR & Law experience welcome too!
Learn more: https://ruils.co.uk/about-us/our-trustees/
We're looking for several people to join our board. Ideal candidates will have lived experience of Disability and experience of the health & social care system. HR & Law experience welcome too!
Learn more: https://ruils.co.uk/about-us/our-trustees/
January 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Could you be one of our new Ruils #Trustees?
We're looking for several people to join our board. Ideal candidates will have lived experience of Disability and experience of the health & social care system. HR & Law experience welcome too!
Learn more: https://ruils.co.uk/about-us/our-trustees/
We're looking for several people to join our board. Ideal candidates will have lived experience of Disability and experience of the health & social care system. HR & Law experience welcome too!
Learn more: https://ruils.co.uk/about-us/our-trustees/
Onboarding new trustees? Or looking for a trusteeship refresher?
Get a comprehensive grounding in the essentials if you're a new trustee or a knowledge update if you're already on a board
Book now & share the invitation with your trustee colleagues
bit.ly/4sPVcil
Get a comprehensive grounding in the essentials if you're a new trustee or a knowledge update if you're already on a board
Book now & share the invitation with your trustee colleagues
bit.ly/4sPVcil
Effective Governance
Improve your understanding of trustee roles and responsibilities, principles and practice.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:09 PM
Onboarding new trustees? Or looking for a trusteeship refresher?
Get a comprehensive grounding in the essentials if you're a new trustee or a knowledge update if you're already on a board
Book now & share the invitation with your trustee colleagues
bit.ly/4sPVcil
Get a comprehensive grounding in the essentials if you're a new trustee or a knowledge update if you're already on a board
Book now & share the invitation with your trustee colleagues
bit.ly/4sPVcil
OneRichmond ‘Dragon’s Den’ Event for Charities - 9 Jun 2026
Focused on social isolation, applications will open soon for 6 local grassroots charities to pitch to four ‘dragons’ (businesses & philanthropists) + people's pledges of time as volunteers or pro bono work & donations
More details soon!
Focused on social isolation, applications will open soon for 6 local grassroots charities to pitch to four ‘dragons’ (businesses & philanthropists) + people's pledges of time as volunteers or pro bono work & donations
More details soon!
January 20, 2026 at 11:32 AM
OneRichmond ‘Dragon’s Den’ Event for Charities - 9 Jun 2026
Focused on social isolation, applications will open soon for 6 local grassroots charities to pitch to four ‘dragons’ (businesses & philanthropists) + people's pledges of time as volunteers or pro bono work & donations
More details soon!
Focused on social isolation, applications will open soon for 6 local grassroots charities to pitch to four ‘dragons’ (businesses & philanthropists) + people's pledges of time as volunteers or pro bono work & donations
More details soon!
Burnout Prevention: Reset for 2026
If you're aiming to keep work stress at bay & for a balanced year ahead, Patch Twickenham have a special session THIS THURSDAY Lunchtime, - in aid of a great cause too!
bit.ly/4pPRouX
If you're aiming to keep work stress at bay & for a balanced year ahead, Patch Twickenham have a special session THIS THURSDAY Lunchtime, - in aid of a great cause too!
bit.ly/4pPRouX
Burnout Prevention: Reset for 2026
Led by Deyana Petrova, prevent burnout in 2026 using practical tools & breathwork
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January 19, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Burnout Prevention: Reset for 2026
If you're aiming to keep work stress at bay & for a balanced year ahead, Patch Twickenham have a special session THIS THURSDAY Lunchtime, - in aid of a great cause too!
bit.ly/4pPRouX
If you're aiming to keep work stress at bay & for a balanced year ahead, Patch Twickenham have a special session THIS THURSDAY Lunchtime, - in aid of a great cause too!
bit.ly/4pPRouX
#FUNDING - Love Where You Live from @SquiresGC - apply by 1 Feb
Celebrating their 90th anniversary, small grants are being offered for grassroots projects which nurture people, places & community spirit for generations to come
bit.ly/49Feez5
Celebrating their 90th anniversary, small grants are being offered for grassroots projects which nurture people, places & community spirit for generations to come
bit.ly/49Feez5
January 19, 2026 at 12:58 PM
#FUNDING - Love Where You Live from @SquiresGC - apply by 1 Feb
Celebrating their 90th anniversary, small grants are being offered for grassroots projects which nurture people, places & community spirit for generations to come
bit.ly/49Feez5
Celebrating their 90th anniversary, small grants are being offered for grassroots projects which nurture people, places & community spirit for generations to come
bit.ly/49Feez5
Reposted by Richmond CVS
Compassionate Cuppa — Tues 20 Jan ☕
A free, friendly grief café for anyone bereaved, recently or long ago.
🕙 10–11.30am | 📍ETNA Community Centre, TW1 2AR
No need to book — just drop in for warmth, understanding & connection.
💛 www.space2grieve.org.uk
A free, friendly grief café for anyone bereaved, recently or long ago.
🕙 10–11.30am | 📍ETNA Community Centre, TW1 2AR
No need to book — just drop in for warmth, understanding & connection.
💛 www.space2grieve.org.uk
January 19, 2026 at 10:01 AM
Compassionate Cuppa — Tues 20 Jan ☕
A free, friendly grief café for anyone bereaved, recently or long ago.
🕙 10–11.30am | 📍ETNA Community Centre, TW1 2AR
No need to book — just drop in for warmth, understanding & connection.
💛 www.space2grieve.org.uk
A free, friendly grief café for anyone bereaved, recently or long ago.
🕙 10–11.30am | 📍ETNA Community Centre, TW1 2AR
No need to book — just drop in for warmth, understanding & connection.
💛 www.space2grieve.org.uk
UPDATED - Local Markets & Fairs 2026
The day's are getting brighter & there's fun & fundraising to be had in the coming months
Take a look at our refreshed guide of regular local markets & annual local fairs - some great opportunities to gain new support
richmondcvs.org.uk/richmond-cha...
The day's are getting brighter & there's fun & fundraising to be had in the coming months
Take a look at our refreshed guide of regular local markets & annual local fairs - some great opportunities to gain new support
richmondcvs.org.uk/richmond-cha...
January 16, 2026 at 10:51 AM
UPDATED - Local Markets & Fairs 2026
The day's are getting brighter & there's fun & fundraising to be had in the coming months
Take a look at our refreshed guide of regular local markets & annual local fairs - some great opportunities to gain new support
richmondcvs.org.uk/richmond-cha...
The day's are getting brighter & there's fun & fundraising to be had in the coming months
Take a look at our refreshed guide of regular local markets & annual local fairs - some great opportunities to gain new support
richmondcvs.org.uk/richmond-cha...
In case you missed it...
We shared news of new local #funding opportunities from @richmondcouncil.bsky.social and a reminder to nominate your Community Heroes yesterday
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We shared news of new local #funding opportunities from @richmondcouncil.bsky.social and a reminder to nominate your Community Heroes yesterday
mailchi.mp/richmondcvs/...
January 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM
In case you missed it...
We shared news of new local #funding opportunities from @richmondcouncil.bsky.social and a reminder to nominate your Community Heroes yesterday
mailchi.mp/richmondcvs/...
We shared news of new local #funding opportunities from @richmondcouncil.bsky.social and a reminder to nominate your Community Heroes yesterday
mailchi.mp/richmondcvs/...
South West London St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust have launched a new survey to gather feedback on people’s experiences of accessing crisis support in South West London
Patients, carers, staff and partners can help develop recommendations for change
swlstg.nhs.uk/latest-news/...
Patients, carers, staff and partners can help develop recommendations for change
swlstg.nhs.uk/latest-news/...
January 15, 2026 at 9:01 AM
South West London St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust have launched a new survey to gather feedback on people’s experiences of accessing crisis support in South West London
Patients, carers, staff and partners can help develop recommendations for change
swlstg.nhs.uk/latest-news/...
Patients, carers, staff and partners can help develop recommendations for change
swlstg.nhs.uk/latest-news/...
Safeguarding Adults VCS Online Forum - 27 Jan 2026
Local VCS staff, volunteers & trustees - join this meeting & help the Richmond & Wandsworth Safeguarding Adult Board learn from your experiences
Email ally.smith@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk or book
forms.office.com//pages/respo...
Local VCS staff, volunteers & trustees - join this meeting & help the Richmond & Wandsworth Safeguarding Adult Board learn from your experiences
Email ally.smith@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk or book
forms.office.com//pages/respo...
January 14, 2026 at 1:49 PM
Safeguarding Adults VCS Online Forum - 27 Jan 2026
Local VCS staff, volunteers & trustees - join this meeting & help the Richmond & Wandsworth Safeguarding Adult Board learn from your experiences
Email ally.smith@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk or book
forms.office.com//pages/respo...
Local VCS staff, volunteers & trustees - join this meeting & help the Richmond & Wandsworth Safeguarding Adult Board learn from your experiences
Email ally.smith@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk or book
forms.office.com//pages/respo...
FREE TO A GOOD CAUSE!
We've had a call to offer a Brunswick Black Wolf 8ft pool table to a local charity / youth centre
No rips or tears on the upholstery & in perfect working order - 1 or 2 very faint stains
Any interested organisations, let us know & we'll put you in touch
We've had a call to offer a Brunswick Black Wolf 8ft pool table to a local charity / youth centre
No rips or tears on the upholstery & in perfect working order - 1 or 2 very faint stains
Any interested organisations, let us know & we'll put you in touch
January 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM
FREE TO A GOOD CAUSE!
We've had a call to offer a Brunswick Black Wolf 8ft pool table to a local charity / youth centre
No rips or tears on the upholstery & in perfect working order - 1 or 2 very faint stains
Any interested organisations, let us know & we'll put you in touch
We've had a call to offer a Brunswick Black Wolf 8ft pool table to a local charity / youth centre
No rips or tears on the upholstery & in perfect working order - 1 or 2 very faint stains
Any interested organisations, let us know & we'll put you in touch
Volunteer Coordinators - Have You Booked?
Our upcoming information & training sessions are filling fast, book now to make sure you don't miss out
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Our upcoming information & training sessions are filling fast, book now to make sure you don't miss out
mailchi.mp/richmondcvs/...
January 13, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Volunteer Coordinators - Have You Booked?
Our upcoming information & training sessions are filling fast, book now to make sure you don't miss out
mailchi.mp/richmondcvs/...
Our upcoming information & training sessions are filling fast, book now to make sure you don't miss out
mailchi.mp/richmondcvs/...
Mental Health First Aid Training - 3 & 4 Mar 2026
The next fully funded 2-day training for those working in the VCS in Richmond is available to book now
It's an in-person session providing valuable & potentially life-saving skills
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2-day-ment...
The next fully funded 2-day training for those working in the VCS in Richmond is available to book now
It's an in-person session providing valuable & potentially life-saving skills
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2-day-ment...
2 Day Mental Health First Aid Training
Learn how to provide essential mental health support with our in-person Mental Health First Aid Course
www.eventbrite.co.uk
January 12, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Mental Health First Aid Training - 3 & 4 Mar 2026
The next fully funded 2-day training for those working in the VCS in Richmond is available to book now
It's an in-person session providing valuable & potentially life-saving skills
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2-day-ment...
The next fully funded 2-day training for those working in the VCS in Richmond is available to book now
It's an in-person session providing valuable & potentially life-saving skills
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2-day-ment...
DHSC Consultation - Fair Pay Agreement Process in Adult Social Care
Closes this Fri 16 Jan
If your local organisation delivers or has an interest in health and care work, this is an valuable opportunity to have your say on a key issue
www.gov.uk/government/c...
Closes this Fri 16 Jan
If your local organisation delivers or has an interest in health and care work, this is an valuable opportunity to have your say on a key issue
www.gov.uk/government/c...
January 12, 2026 at 11:55 AM
DHSC Consultation - Fair Pay Agreement Process in Adult Social Care
Closes this Fri 16 Jan
If your local organisation delivers or has an interest in health and care work, this is an valuable opportunity to have your say on a key issue
www.gov.uk/government/c...
Closes this Fri 16 Jan
If your local organisation delivers or has an interest in health and care work, this is an valuable opportunity to have your say on a key issue
www.gov.uk/government/c...
Looking to learn something new this year?
Drop in to tomorrow's Open Day at @rhacc.bsky.social from 10am to 2pm & see what they have on offer
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rhacc-janu...
Drop in to tomorrow's Open Day at @rhacc.bsky.social from 10am to 2pm & see what they have on offer
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rhacc-janu...
RHACC January Open Day - Saturday 10th January
Explore our courses on offer for 2026! Come and visit our Parkshot Campus in Richmond, meet the team and uncover your hidden talents!
www.eventbrite.co.uk
January 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Looking to learn something new this year?
Drop in to tomorrow's Open Day at @rhacc.bsky.social from 10am to 2pm & see what they have on offer
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rhacc-janu...
Drop in to tomorrow's Open Day at @rhacc.bsky.social from 10am to 2pm & see what they have on offer
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rhacc-janu...
Women's Mental Health Football for All
Wednesday mornings at North Sheen Recreation Ground
You don't have to be a Lioness to join - it's a safe, friendly & supportive space for all women to build confidence & connect with others
Wednesday mornings at North Sheen Recreation Ground
You don't have to be a Lioness to join - it's a safe, friendly & supportive space for all women to build confidence & connect with others
January 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Women's Mental Health Football for All
Wednesday mornings at North Sheen Recreation Ground
You don't have to be a Lioness to join - it's a safe, friendly & supportive space for all women to build confidence & connect with others
Wednesday mornings at North Sheen Recreation Ground
You don't have to be a Lioness to join - it's a safe, friendly & supportive space for all women to build confidence & connect with others
#CommunityHeroes 2026
If you know an individual, group or business who makes @richmondcouncil.bsky.social a better place to live, nominate them by Sun 8 Feb
orlo.uk/Iln9O
If you know an individual, group or business who makes @richmondcouncil.bsky.social a better place to live, nominate them by Sun 8 Feb
orlo.uk/Iln9O
January 9, 2026 at 9:01 AM
#CommunityHeroes 2026
If you know an individual, group or business who makes @richmondcouncil.bsky.social a better place to live, nominate them by Sun 8 Feb
orlo.uk/Iln9O
If you know an individual, group or business who makes @richmondcouncil.bsky.social a better place to live, nominate them by Sun 8 Feb
orlo.uk/Iln9O
Happy new year!
Our first newsletter of 2026 is out - did you get it?
You can sign up for all our alerts from our Home page - scroll down to Get Our Newsletter & click on Sign Up Here
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Our first newsletter of 2026 is out - did you get it?
You can sign up for all our alerts from our Home page - scroll down to Get Our Newsletter & click on Sign Up Here
mailchi.mp/richmondcvs/...
January 8, 2026 at 12:07 PM
Happy new year!
Our first newsletter of 2026 is out - did you get it?
You can sign up for all our alerts from our Home page - scroll down to Get Our Newsletter & click on Sign Up Here
mailchi.mp/richmondcvs/...
Our first newsletter of 2026 is out - did you get it?
You can sign up for all our alerts from our Home page - scroll down to Get Our Newsletter & click on Sign Up Here
mailchi.mp/richmondcvs/...
Our comms will be going quiet from today
The office remains open until 5pm next Tuesday 23 December if you need to get in touch with others in the team
Wishing everyone a happy holiday
The office remains open until 5pm next Tuesday 23 December if you need to get in touch with others in the team
Wishing everyone a happy holiday
December 18, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Our comms will be going quiet from today
The office remains open until 5pm next Tuesday 23 December if you need to get in touch with others in the team
Wishing everyone a happy holiday
The office remains open until 5pm next Tuesday 23 December if you need to get in touch with others in the team
Wishing everyone a happy holiday
More exciting & opportunities in the VCS in the new year, if you're looking for a new paid role
You could be part of the inspiring team at Daniel Spargo Mabbs Foundation:
- Head of Business & Organisational Development (0.6FTE)
- Drug Educator (sessional)
richmondcvs.org.uk/category/jobs/
You could be part of the inspiring team at Daniel Spargo Mabbs Foundation:
- Head of Business & Organisational Development (0.6FTE)
- Drug Educator (sessional)
richmondcvs.org.uk/category/jobs/
December 18, 2025 at 11:18 AM
More exciting & opportunities in the VCS in the new year, if you're looking for a new paid role
You could be part of the inspiring team at Daniel Spargo Mabbs Foundation:
- Head of Business & Organisational Development (0.6FTE)
- Drug Educator (sessional)
richmondcvs.org.uk/category/jobs/
You could be part of the inspiring team at Daniel Spargo Mabbs Foundation:
- Head of Business & Organisational Development (0.6FTE)
- Drug Educator (sessional)
richmondcvs.org.uk/category/jobs/
Reposted by Richmond CVS
مرحباً لندن! 👋
Today is World Arabic Language Day, and we're spotlighting our Arabic-language resources to help Arabic-speaking communities access key information on civic & democratic rights
For site-wide translation and more community language resources
registertovote.london 👉
#NoVoteNoVoice
Today is World Arabic Language Day, and we're spotlighting our Arabic-language resources to help Arabic-speaking communities access key information on civic & democratic rights
For site-wide translation and more community language resources
registertovote.london 👉
#NoVoteNoVoice
December 18, 2025 at 11:09 AM
مرحباً لندن! 👋
Today is World Arabic Language Day, and we're spotlighting our Arabic-language resources to help Arabic-speaking communities access key information on civic & democratic rights
For site-wide translation and more community language resources
registertovote.london 👉
#NoVoteNoVoice
Today is World Arabic Language Day, and we're spotlighting our Arabic-language resources to help Arabic-speaking communities access key information on civic & democratic rights
For site-wide translation and more community language resources
registertovote.london 👉
#NoVoteNoVoice