Working within the charitable sector I am motivated around social justice and equality. I believe in the power of individuals and connected communities.
We *have* to get this sorted. Freezing LHA while rents continue to rise will drive up homelessness, hunger & hardship.
We saw that happen for years - please please let's not repeat it.
Kings Speech should include legislation to create a permanent link between LHA and rents.
📅 Save the Date! FestiVOL 2025 is back on 18 Nov at King’s Church, Lancaster 🎉 A day to connect, share & celebrate the strength of our voluntary sector. Details & booking info coming soon — pop it in your diary now! #FestiVOL2025#ConnectingCommunities
What a day at our Funding Fair 2025! The Trimpell was brimming with possibility — orgs swapping ideas, funders sharing wisdom & Sharon making funding apps sparkle ✨ Huge thanks to all who joined us 🚀 @TNLComFund@HeritageFundUK@BBCCiN#FundingFair2025#LancasterCVS
Meet 18 funders at the LDCVS #FundingFair on Tue 23 Sept, incl. @BBCCiN, @ace_national, @francisscott63, Active Lancashire, 3R Charity + more. Share your ideas & get expert advice. View our guide and book now: https://t.co/zVjgAk6o68
The LOCAL Project in partnership with the North West Construction Hub.
Online advice & insights for VCFSE groups and organisations across Lancashire, from professionals in the private sector.
📅 Wed 24 Sept 10am - 12pm
📌 online (Teams)
Sign up HERE: https://t.co/Zz4jv4VlvT
🔊 The LOCAL Project News & Updates Newsletter September 2025 https://t.co/ZEBvrGCLoF
Information sharing | Latest Reports | Webinars & Events | Funding opportunities|
Sharing news, links & updates for the VCFSE sector from across Lancashire.
Fantastic free workshop sessions
Wed 24 Sept 10am - 12pm
Delivered by the private sector to support VCFSE groups & organisations across Lancashire
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More infomation & sign up ⏬️ https://t.co/JhgBG8oVnL
#Conference & #Event space from only £25 at The CVS Centre!
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✨ Not long to go! REACH Morecambe Youth Festival 🎉 A free day for 11–18s packed with music, creativity, debate, food & fun.
📅 Sun 21 Sept, 11–3:30
📍 Mazuma Stadium
👉 Book free tickets:
https://t.co/8QT4PF9Znj
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Lady Boss is back for second helpings!! If you’re a Preston- based woman interested in running a profitable, home food business, you need our winning business support programme starting October 2025. Click the link in the bio, and help make your food passion into a food business.
📣Nominations are now open for The King's Award for Voluntary Service 2026!
🟪 Know a voluntary group making a real impact in your local area?
🟪 Want to recognise their amazing work?
🟪 Why not nominate them for a King's Award?
Find out more at: https://t.co/C0GmQH7KgX
Environmental groups beginning to reserve marketplace space for Sustainability Learning Conference NW @BRFCTrust 25th June 2026 Promote your organisation. Visit https://t.co/oDoB3dlGFs Email [email protected] to register. Come and network.
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🔊News & Updates August 2025
Information Sharing | Latest Reports | Webinars & Events | Funding | Lancashire Anti-Poverty Network | New Fylde & Wyre VCFSE Networks | Lancashire Volunteering For Health