Entries by Sophie Negus

Community Foundation shares its Impact Report

The latest impact report from Northamptonshire Community Foundation can be found here: IMPACT REPORT FINAL 22.06.2022.pdf (ncf.uk.com) Page 18 of the report (entitled voices from the sector) echoes many of the issues reported to VIN on a regular basis. Sustainability moving forward is a real issue for our sector, with many smaller charities digging deep […]

West Northamptonshire Council UKSPF Investment Plan Survey

West Northamptonshire Council is responsible for preparing a UKSPF Investment Plan, which will be submitted to Government by 1 August, to secure a 3-year core funding allocation of £5.4m.The primary goal of the UKSPF is to build pride in place and increase life chances across the UK. To this end, the Council welcomes ideas from […]

The Health Inequalities Plan 2022 – 2026

The Integrated Care System across Northamptonshire has published its Health Inequalities Plan. This plan describes Northamptonshire’s vision to work with communities to ensure that people living in Northamptonshire have the opportunity to thrive, to access quality services providing excellent experiences and optimal outcomes for all. The long-term ambition is to see:  An increase in healthy […]

VCSE Assembly

To view more information about the VCSE Assembly view our leaflet below. VCSE Assembly Leaflet

U18 Better Starts Grant

Local community groups can apply for grants of between £500 and £1500 to support a broad range of activities that contribute to improving children’s lives and contribute towards transforming local communities. The funding is being made available through round 2 of the Asda Foundation’s Under 18 Better Starts Grant. As a result of the cost […]

Help the Homeless

Applications are accepted quarterly for capital projects that assist individuals in their return to mainstream society, rather than simply offering shelter or other forms of sustenance. Up to £5,000 is available to small and medium-sized charities with an annual turnover of under £1m. the next deadline is 15th November. Visit the website for further detail […]

The Matthew Good Foundation

Applications are open for Projects that Have a Positive Impact on Communities, People or the Environment The Fund will share £10,000 between five shortlisted projects, which will be voted for by John Good Group employees. The project that receives the most votes will receive a grant of £3,500, second place £2,500, third place £2,000 with […]

Friday Bulletin

In this weeks bulletin, see the latest workshops offered by VIN, funding news and job and volunteering opportunities.

Social Value Workshop 14th June 2022

19 VCSE organisations within Northamptonshire met with the Procurement Team of West Northamptonshire Council at the Icon Centre in Daventry on the 14th of June 2022. This event was funded by the Lottery Healthy Communities Fund. The presentations for the event can be found here:   Gus De Silva (Head of Procurement for West Northamptonshire […]