(source: Big Society Funding) Big Society Funding CIC is delighted to have been commissioned to carry out a pioneering study which will shape investment in the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector (VCSE) in the years to … Read Article about Big Society commissioned for important study on ‘state of the voluntary sector’ in Norfolk and Suffolk
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“Fantastic” Funding Fair helps local groups identify sources of money
Today's Community Action Suffolk funding fair (13th January 2015) at the Castle Hill Community Centre in Ipswich saw over 40 VCS attendees cross paths with 15 representatives from local authorities and funding bodies, to hear updates about available … Read Article about “Fantastic” Funding Fair helps local groups identify sources of money
That’s the way to do it! 11-year-old Tommy takes talents to new heights with his new Punch & Judy booth
The North West Ipswich Big Local Trust funds local projects, run by local people for local people. Young Tommy recently received £800 from the Trust to develop his Punch & Judy Project, and has now received an Inspiration Award. If you have an … Read Article about That’s the way to do it! 11-year-old Tommy takes talents to new heights with his new Punch & Judy booth
We’ll show you how to access European funds and how you can spend it
EU Funding opportunities for the Voluntary Sector This training session is designed to help you understand a little more about EU Funding and potential opportunities for your organisation. It will be a ‘how to’ workshop designed to give your … Read Article about We’ll show you how to access European funds and how you can spend it
URGENT: Imminent risk of funding cuts to rural services in Suffolk
We need you to sign this urgent national petition today, as a decision on funding is due to be confirmed week commencing 19 January 2015 Suffolk stands to lose vital funding from DEFRA to support its rural services, but you can help fight against … Read Article about URGENT: Imminent risk of funding cuts to rural services in Suffolk
Our first networking event for 2015 in Mildenhall – now booking!
Do you want to find out what other community groups are doing? Do you want to have your say about the needs of your group? We are pleased to announce details of the next network event offered by Community Action Suffolk in the … Read Article about Our first networking event for 2015 in Mildenhall – now booking!
Community Action Suffolk Annual Review 2013/14 published
We are delighted to present the 2013/14 Annual Review for Community Action Suffolk (CAS). As many of you will know, CAS was formed on the 1st April 2013 through the merger of ten organisations. During the first year we have worked … Read Article about Community Action Suffolk Annual Review 2013/14 published
Framlingham Furniture Project: furniture of all shapes and sizes must go!
UPDATED September 2016: The Framlingham and District Furniture Project, run by Community Action Suffolk since 2013, closed its doors on Friday 16 September 2016 when the five years of BIG Lottery funding came to an end. The Framlingham Furniture … Read Article about Framlingham Furniture Project: furniture of all shapes and sizes must go!
Community Action Suffolk has appointed Melanie Chew as their new Chief Executive
Community Action Suffolk (CAS) has appointed Melanie Chew as their new Chief Executive. Melanie joins CAS from EACH, East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices, where she has been Director of Fundraising and Retail. Prior to that she has held positions at … Read Article about Community Action Suffolk has appointed Melanie Chew as their new Chief Executive
Applying for money? Don’t miss our next free Funding Fair in Ipswich on 13th January 2015
*Fully booked* All places for this event have now been taken. Our next event in Ipswich will be our Networking event on Monday 23rd February, bookings for this will soon been available. Our next Funding Fair is in Bury St. Edmunds on 10th … Read Article about Applying for money? Don’t miss our next free Funding Fair in Ipswich on 13th January 2015
Why Rural Matters: CAS attends the national ACRE conference
Why Rural Matters – The Case for Investment by Jo Whiting, Senior Development Officer - Communities and Rural Issues I attended National ACRE’s public conference last month, which aimed to examine the economic challenges facing rural communities, … Read Article about Why Rural Matters: CAS attends the national ACRE conference
Suffolk Youth debate in the House of Commons
On Friday, 14th November 2014, 285 Members of the UK Youth Parliament (MYPs) gathered in the House of Commons to discuss five issues chosen by 876,488 young people aged 11-18 in the 2014 Mark your Mark ballot; the highest turnout in any youth ballot … Read Article about Suffolk Youth debate in the House of Commons
UK Youth Parliament “Raise The Wage” campaign
In the Youth Parliament ‘Make Your Mark' ballot, 175,389 young people throughout the UK, and almost 2,000 young people in Suffolk, agreed that “the national minimum wage should be raised in line with the living wage, as calculated by the centre for … Read Article about UK Youth Parliament “Raise The Wage” campaign
Successful Suffolk summit shows how volunteering is changing
The first Volunteering Summit hosted by Community Action Suffolk and the Suffolk Congress took place on 19th November 2014 – 85 delegates attended this one day event at Kesgrave Community and Conference Centre. It was a chance to listen to keynote … Read Article about Successful Suffolk summit shows how volunteering is changing
Agencies unite to crack down on loan sharks in Haverhill
(source: England Illegal Money Lending Team) Date and Time: Monday 24th November, 10am to 11am Location: Haverhill Arts Centre, High Street, Haverhill, Suffolk The England Illegal Money Lending Team in partnership with Suffolk County Council … Read Article about Agencies unite to crack down on loan sharks in Haverhill
