Bury VCFA
@buryvcfa.bsky.social
Supporting a vibrant voluntary - community sector through volunteering, funding & development support across the Borough of Bury.
E: admin@buryvcfa.org.uk
P: 0161 518 5550
W: www.buryvcfa.org.uk
E: admin@buryvcfa.org.uk
P: 0161 518 5550
W: www.buryvcfa.org.uk
Winter viruses can be serious as we get older. If you're over 75, make sure you get the vaccines you're eligible for. You can book your vaccines with your GP practice. For more information visit www.gmintegratedcare.org.uk/winter-vaccinations/older-people #KeepProtected #GreaterManchester
November 11, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Winter viruses can be serious as we get older. If you're over 75, make sure you get the vaccines you're eligible for. You can book your vaccines with your GP practice. For more information visit www.gmintegratedcare.org.uk/winter-vaccinations/older-people #KeepProtected #GreaterManchester
It has been an amazing week dedicated to celebrating and supporting trustees - fincluding our team delivering trustee training for a group of local trustees.
Our team offers advice, training and support to trustees and groups all year round - were here to help!
Our team offers advice, training and support to trustees and groups all year round - were here to help!
November 7, 2025 at 12:10 PM
It has been an amazing week dedicated to celebrating and supporting trustees - fincluding our team delivering trustee training for a group of local trustees.
Our team offers advice, training and support to trustees and groups all year round - were here to help!
Our team offers advice, training and support to trustees and groups all year round - were here to help!
For #TrusteesWeek (3–7 Nov), we’re offering two support options for trustees in Bury:
The Essential Trustee – 4 Nov, 5–7:30 PM at Bury VCFA (link below)
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/civicrm/even...
Trustee Drop-In: 6 Nov, book a 1-to-1 session via: volunteering@buryvcfa.org.uk / 0161 518 5550
The Essential Trustee – 4 Nov, 5–7:30 PM at Bury VCFA (link below)
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/civicrm/even...
Trustee Drop-In: 6 Nov, book a 1-to-1 session via: volunteering@buryvcfa.org.uk / 0161 518 5550
November 1, 2025 at 11:01 AM
For #TrusteesWeek (3–7 Nov), we’re offering two support options for trustees in Bury:
The Essential Trustee – 4 Nov, 5–7:30 PM at Bury VCFA (link below)
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/civicrm/even...
Trustee Drop-In: 6 Nov, book a 1-to-1 session via: volunteering@buryvcfa.org.uk / 0161 518 5550
The Essential Trustee – 4 Nov, 5–7:30 PM at Bury VCFA (link below)
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/civicrm/even...
Trustee Drop-In: 6 Nov, book a 1-to-1 session via: volunteering@buryvcfa.org.uk / 0161 518 5550
Flu can be serious as you get older, even life-threatening. If you’re over 65, your yearly flu vaccine helps protect you. You can get your vaccine at your GP practice or local pharmacy.
For more information visit www.gmintegratedcare.org.uk/winter-vaccinations/older-people
For more information visit www.gmintegratedcare.org.uk/winter-vaccinations/older-people
October 27, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Flu can be serious as you get older, even life-threatening. If you’re over 65, your yearly flu vaccine helps protect you. You can get your vaccine at your GP practice or local pharmacy.
For more information visit www.gmintegratedcare.org.uk/winter-vaccinations/older-people
For more information visit www.gmintegratedcare.org.uk/winter-vaccinations/older-people
Discover what’s happening across Bury this autumn! 🍂 From local events to community activities, there’s something for everyone. Visit our events page to explore what’s on and get involved.
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/local-events/
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/local-events/
October 25, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Discover what’s happening across Bury this autumn! 🍂 From local events to community activities, there’s something for everyone. Visit our events page to explore what’s on and get involved.
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/local-events/
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/local-events/
Stronger Communities, Brighter Futures: Join Us at our AGM!
🗓 Wednesday 19th November
🕔 5:00pm – 6:30pm
📍 The Fusilier Museum, Bury, BL9 0DF
This year’s theme—Stronger Communities: Growing the Social Economy in Bury.
Find out more and book your place below:
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/bury-vcfa-an...
🗓 Wednesday 19th November
🕔 5:00pm – 6:30pm
📍 The Fusilier Museum, Bury, BL9 0DF
This year’s theme—Stronger Communities: Growing the Social Economy in Bury.
Find out more and book your place below:
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/bury-vcfa-an...
October 18, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Stronger Communities, Brighter Futures: Join Us at our AGM!
🗓 Wednesday 19th November
🕔 5:00pm – 6:30pm
📍 The Fusilier Museum, Bury, BL9 0DF
This year’s theme—Stronger Communities: Growing the Social Economy in Bury.
Find out more and book your place below:
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/bury-vcfa-an...
🗓 Wednesday 19th November
🕔 5:00pm – 6:30pm
📍 The Fusilier Museum, Bury, BL9 0DF
This year’s theme—Stronger Communities: Growing the Social Economy in Bury.
Find out more and book your place below:
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/bury-vcfa-an...
The Heartburn Health Roadshow by Heartburn Cancer UK is coming to Tesco Bury (BL9 5BY) on Thurs 16 Oct! Learn about heartburn, its link to oesophageal cancer & the power of early diagnosis. Touring 9 other GM spots from 6–17 Oct. #GMHeartburnHub
October 14, 2025 at 11:10 AM
The Heartburn Health Roadshow by Heartburn Cancer UK is coming to Tesco Bury (BL9 5BY) on Thurs 16 Oct! Learn about heartburn, its link to oesophageal cancer & the power of early diagnosis. Touring 9 other GM spots from 6–17 Oct. #GMHeartburnHub
🎨 Bury Festival of Art 11–12 Oct 2025
Join a weekend of creativity as local artists transform venues across Bury! Enjoy free workshops in painting, textiles & more—no experience needed. A borough-wide, family-friendly event.
Explore the full programme here:
buryartmuseum.co.uk/Bury-Festiva...
Join a weekend of creativity as local artists transform venues across Bury! Enjoy free workshops in painting, textiles & more—no experience needed. A borough-wide, family-friendly event.
Explore the full programme here:
buryartmuseum.co.uk/Bury-Festiva...
October 9, 2025 at 1:01 PM
🎨 Bury Festival of Art 11–12 Oct 2025
Join a weekend of creativity as local artists transform venues across Bury! Enjoy free workshops in painting, textiles & more—no experience needed. A borough-wide, family-friendly event.
Explore the full programme here:
buryartmuseum.co.uk/Bury-Festiva...
Join a weekend of creativity as local artists transform venues across Bury! Enjoy free workshops in painting, textiles & more—no experience needed. A borough-wide, family-friendly event.
Explore the full programme here:
buryartmuseum.co.uk/Bury-Festiva...
Winter viruses can be serious if you have a long-term health condition. If you’re at higher risk, getting vaccinated will help keep you safe. You can book your vaccines with your GP practice.
For more information visit:
gmintegratedcare.org.uk/winter-vacci...
#KeepProtected #GreaterManchester
For more information visit:
gmintegratedcare.org.uk/winter-vacci...
#KeepProtected #GreaterManchester
October 8, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Winter viruses can be serious if you have a long-term health condition. If you’re at higher risk, getting vaccinated will help keep you safe. You can book your vaccines with your GP practice.
For more information visit:
gmintegratedcare.org.uk/winter-vacci...
#KeepProtected #GreaterManchester
For more information visit:
gmintegratedcare.org.uk/winter-vacci...
#KeepProtected #GreaterManchester
Join us Wed 19 Nov, 5–6:30pm at Fusilier Museum, Bury for Bury VCFA’s AGM: Stronger Communities. Enjoy hot food, networking, and hear how social enterprises are shaping Bury’s future. Open to all VCSE groups in the borough.
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/civicrm/even...
#BuryVCFA #SocialEconomy #BetterBury
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/civicrm/even...
#BuryVCFA #SocialEconomy #BetterBury
October 2, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Join us Wed 19 Nov, 5–6:30pm at Fusilier Museum, Bury for Bury VCFA’s AGM: Stronger Communities. Enjoy hot food, networking, and hear how social enterprises are shaping Bury’s future. Open to all VCSE groups in the borough.
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/civicrm/even...
#BuryVCFA #SocialEconomy #BetterBury
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/civicrm/even...
#BuryVCFA #SocialEconomy #BetterBury
🎙️ On air now! Tune in to Roch Valley Radio to hear David, our Age Friendly Development Worker, chat about his work with the Bury Older People's Network, the Dementia sub-group, and upcoming monthly meetings and events!
Click link below to listen to David:
www.rochvalleyradio.com/player/
Click link below to listen to David:
www.rochvalleyradio.com/player/
October 1, 2025 at 9:49 AM
🎙️ On air now! Tune in to Roch Valley Radio to hear David, our Age Friendly Development Worker, chat about his work with the Bury Older People's Network, the Dementia sub-group, and upcoming monthly meetings and events!
Click link below to listen to David:
www.rochvalleyradio.com/player/
Click link below to listen to David:
www.rochvalleyradio.com/player/
🎉 Celebrate the International Day of Older People! Happening tomorrow, 10am–2pm at The Jubilee Centre, Bury for quizzes, a walk & talk, gentle chair exercises, crafts & more. Café is open and no booking needed, just drop in!
October 1, 2025 at 8:30 AM
🎉 Celebrate the International Day of Older People! Happening tomorrow, 10am–2pm at The Jubilee Centre, Bury for quizzes, a walk & talk, gentle chair exercises, crafts & more. Café is open and no booking needed, just drop in!
🫖 Bury VCFA Pulse Check: Community Pride & Voice.
Spend 2 minutes sharing your thoughts on community pride and the role of local groups in Bury. Your feedback shapes Bury VCFA’s services, supports GM’s Live Well goals, and guides public sector partners:
forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Spend 2 minutes sharing your thoughts on community pride and the role of local groups in Bury. Your feedback shapes Bury VCFA’s services, supports GM’s Live Well goals, and guides public sector partners:
forms.office.com/pages/respon...
September 26, 2025 at 1:02 PM
🫖 Bury VCFA Pulse Check: Community Pride & Voice.
Spend 2 minutes sharing your thoughts on community pride and the role of local groups in Bury. Your feedback shapes Bury VCFA’s services, supports GM’s Live Well goals, and guides public sector partners:
forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Spend 2 minutes sharing your thoughts on community pride and the role of local groups in Bury. Your feedback shapes Bury VCFA’s services, supports GM’s Live Well goals, and guides public sector partners:
forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Have your say on a refreshed Accord agreement that will enable the voluntary, community, faith & social enterprise and public sector in GM to work together effectively, improving outcomes for communities:
www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
September 25, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Have your say on a refreshed Accord agreement that will enable the voluntary, community, faith & social enterprise and public sector in GM to work together effectively, improving outcomes for communities:
www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
www.vcfseleadershipgm.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Independent Age’s Winterwise guide is here to help you stay warm, safe and well this winter. With practical tips and advice across key areas, it’s your go-to for navigating the season and supporting each other through colder months.
www.independentage.org/sites/defaul...
www.independentage.org/sites/defaul...
September 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Independent Age’s Winterwise guide is here to help you stay warm, safe and well this winter. With practical tips and advice across key areas, it’s your go-to for navigating the season and supporting each other through colder months.
www.independentage.org/sites/defaul...
www.independentage.org/sites/defaul...
🎉 Celebrate the International Day of Older People! Join on Wed 1 Oct, 10am–2pm at The Jubilee Centre, Bury for quizzes, a walk & talk, gentle chair exercises, crafts & more. Café is open and no booking needed, just drop in!
September 16, 2025 at 1:01 PM
🎉 Celebrate the International Day of Older People! Join on Wed 1 Oct, 10am–2pm at The Jubilee Centre, Bury for quizzes, a walk & talk, gentle chair exercises, crafts & more. Café is open and no booking needed, just drop in!
Bury VCFA Pulse Check: Share your thoughts on community pride and local groups in Bury. Your feedback shapes services, supports Greater Manchester’s Live Well goals, and informs partners like the council.
🔗 forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Let’s build a stronger Bury—together.
🔗 forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Let’s build a stronger Bury—together.
September 15, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Bury VCFA Pulse Check: Share your thoughts on community pride and local groups in Bury. Your feedback shapes services, supports Greater Manchester’s Live Well goals, and informs partners like the council.
🔗 forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Let’s build a stronger Bury—together.
🔗 forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Let’s build a stronger Bury—together.
🚨 Final call! Bury VCSE groups— apply for The Bury Fund: LET’S Make a Difference Grants!
Up to £1,000 to power local projects that:
🔹 Improve lives
🔹 Support young people
🔹 Boost skills & jobs
🔹 Tackle climate change
🔹 Digital inclusion
Full details here:
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/grants/
Up to £1,000 to power local projects that:
🔹 Improve lives
🔹 Support young people
🔹 Boost skills & jobs
🔹 Tackle climate change
🔹 Digital inclusion
Full details here:
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/grants/
September 15, 2025 at 1:06 PM
🚨 Final call! Bury VCSE groups— apply for The Bury Fund: LET’S Make a Difference Grants!
Up to £1,000 to power local projects that:
🔹 Improve lives
🔹 Support young people
🔹 Boost skills & jobs
🔹 Tackle climate change
🔹 Digital inclusion
Full details here:
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/grants/
Up to £1,000 to power local projects that:
🔹 Improve lives
🔹 Support young people
🔹 Boost skills & jobs
🔹 Tackle climate change
🔹 Digital inclusion
Full details here:
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/grants/
Bury VCFA Pulse Check: Your Voice Matters
Share your thoughts on community pride and the role of local groups in Bury. Your feedback helps shape services, supports Greater Manchester’s Live Well goals, and informs key partners like the council.
🔗 forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Share your thoughts on community pride and the role of local groups in Bury. Your feedback helps shape services, supports Greater Manchester’s Live Well goals, and informs key partners like the council.
🔗 forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
September 15, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Bury VCFA Pulse Check: Your Voice Matters
Share your thoughts on community pride and the role of local groups in Bury. Your feedback helps shape services, supports Greater Manchester’s Live Well goals, and informs key partners like the council.
🔗 forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Share your thoughts on community pride and the role of local groups in Bury. Your feedback helps shape services, supports Greater Manchester’s Live Well goals, and informs key partners like the council.
🔗 forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
🌟 Over 80 volunteer roles are waiting for you across Bury!
Join the Volunteer Bank, connect with volunteer managers, and find your perfect match.
Ready to make a difference? Tap “I want to volunteer” and get started today
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/volunteering/
Join the Volunteer Bank, connect with volunteer managers, and find your perfect match.
Ready to make a difference? Tap “I want to volunteer” and get started today
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/volunteering/
September 10, 2025 at 6:02 PM
🌟 Over 80 volunteer roles are waiting for you across Bury!
Join the Volunteer Bank, connect with volunteer managers, and find your perfect match.
Ready to make a difference? Tap “I want to volunteer” and get started today
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/volunteering/
Join the Volunteer Bank, connect with volunteer managers, and find your perfect match.
Ready to make a difference? Tap “I want to volunteer” and get started today
www.buryvcfa.org.uk/volunteering/
You're Invited: Bury VCFA AGM 2025
📅 Wed 19 Nov | 🕔 5–6:30pm
📍 Minden Suite, Fusilier Museum, Bury
Join us to explore “Stronger Communities – Growing the Social Economy.”
Hot food, networking & AGM. Open to Bury VCSE groups. Register below:
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/civicrm/even...
📅 Wed 19 Nov | 🕔 5–6:30pm
📍 Minden Suite, Fusilier Museum, Bury
Join us to explore “Stronger Communities – Growing the Social Economy.”
Hot food, networking & AGM. Open to Bury VCSE groups. Register below:
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/civicrm/even...
September 9, 2025 at 12:01 PM
You're Invited: Bury VCFA AGM 2025
📅 Wed 19 Nov | 🕔 5–6:30pm
📍 Minden Suite, Fusilier Museum, Bury
Join us to explore “Stronger Communities – Growing the Social Economy.”
Hot food, networking & AGM. Open to Bury VCSE groups. Register below:
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/civicrm/even...
📅 Wed 19 Nov | 🕔 5–6:30pm
📍 Minden Suite, Fusilier Museum, Bury
Join us to explore “Stronger Communities – Growing the Social Economy.”
Hot food, networking & AGM. Open to Bury VCSE groups. Register below:
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/civicrm/even...
Explore free training & networking for Bury-based VCSE groups. Upcoming sessions include: Forms That Work, Sports Providers Meet-Up, Whitefield Connections, Social Economy Network (Wellbeing), Microaggressions & more. View full list on our events page.
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/training-eve...
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/training-eve...
September 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Explore free training & networking for Bury-based VCSE groups. Upcoming sessions include: Forms That Work, Sports Providers Meet-Up, Whitefield Connections, Social Economy Network (Wellbeing), Microaggressions & more. View full list on our events page.
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/training-eve...
data.buryvcfa.org.uk/training-eve...
Bury VCFA Pulse Check: Share your thoughts on community pride and local groups in Bury. Your feedback shapes services, supports Greater Manchester’s Live Well goals, and informs partners like the council.
🔗 forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Let’s build a stronger Bury—together.
🔗 forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Let’s build a stronger Bury—together.
September 8, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Bury VCFA Pulse Check: Share your thoughts on community pride and local groups in Bury. Your feedback shapes services, supports Greater Manchester’s Live Well goals, and informs partners like the council.
🔗 forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Let’s build a stronger Bury—together.
🔗 forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Let’s build a stronger Bury—together.
Emergency Alert Test taking place tomorrow 3pm
The government will test its alert system. Compatible mobiles/tablets will make a loud sound & vibrate, no action needed. Alerts warn of dangers like extreme weather. More info
www.gov.uk/alerts
The government will test its alert system. Compatible mobiles/tablets will make a loud sound & vibrate, no action needed. Alerts warn of dangers like extreme weather. More info
www.gov.uk/alerts
September 6, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Emergency Alert Test taking place tomorrow 3pm
The government will test its alert system. Compatible mobiles/tablets will make a loud sound & vibrate, no action needed. Alerts warn of dangers like extreme weather. More info
www.gov.uk/alerts
The government will test its alert system. Compatible mobiles/tablets will make a loud sound & vibrate, no action needed. Alerts warn of dangers like extreme weather. More info
www.gov.uk/alerts
Nominations are open for The King’s Award for Voluntary Service—celebrating outstanding UK volunteer groups. Know one making a real impact? Nominate them between 1 Sept–1 Dec and help shine a light on their work. Learn more and submit 🔗
kavs.dcms.gov.uk
kavs.dcms.gov.uk
September 5, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Nominations are open for The King’s Award for Voluntary Service—celebrating outstanding UK volunteer groups. Know one making a real impact? Nominate them between 1 Sept–1 Dec and help shine a light on their work. Learn more and submit 🔗
kavs.dcms.gov.uk
kavs.dcms.gov.uk