Writing Successful Funding Bids
2022-11-15 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Online
Writing Successful Funding Bids: online training session
Hosted by Cardiff Third Sector Council
C3SC hosts a training event which aims to support Third Sector organisations in Cardiff to wrote better funding bids.
The course objectives are for participants to have an improved knowledge of

The tools and techniques you need to plan, write and present winning bids
How to Understand and meet the expectations of funders

The event will be taking place on Teams or Zoom and the link will be sent through 24 hours prior to the event taking place.
For more information please contact C3SC on 07973725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

C3SC Hau Third Sector Fund information Session
2022-11-15 14:00 - 15:30 | Online
Cardiff Council and Vale of Glamorgan Council in partnership with Cardiff Third Sector Council (C3SC) and Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) have allocated £30,000 in total, to fund innovative third sector sustainable preventative community activities and services in Cardiff and the Vale. The Fund is administered by C3SC in partnership with GVS.
The Hau Third Sector Fund is to help deliver solutions in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan to meet the Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act 2014 four fundamental principles: Voice and control; prevention and early intervention; wellbeing; and co-production The fund can also focus on minimizing the impact of the pandemic on the voluntary sector and the communities they serve, reducing the inequalities across society highlighted or resulting from COVID-19, recognising that many communities suffered disproportionately.
In addition, applications must demonstrate at least one of the five ways of working of the Wellbeing of Future Generations (Act) 2015 – prevention, involvement, collaboration, integration and is long term (sustainable), to find out more follow the link Hau Third Sector Fund
The Programme is open for applications from 1st November 2022 with a deadline for submission of 21st November 2022.
The event will be taking place online and the link will be sent through within 24 hours of the event taking place.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 07973 725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Taking Minutes Training Course
2022-11-16 10:00 - 12:00
Taking minutes training course delivered by C3SC is for Trustees/staff of organisations to improve their understanding of how best to take minutes recording meetings
The learning outcomes from this session are:

Understand why meetings are needed, what makes a good meeting, the need for minutes and accuracy of reporting.
Understand the planning of an agenda and the preparation required
Explore practical tips and useful words for producing good minutes
Consider the blocks to participation

The event will be taking place on Microsoft Teams and the link will be sent through within 24 hours of the event taking place.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 07973 725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk
We are looking forward to seeing you

Cardiff Volunteer Awards 2022
2022-11-17 16:00 - 17:30 | Butetown Community Centre
The theme of this year’s event is ‘Reconnect In Communities’.
Now is your opportunity to say THANK YOU to the thousands of volunteers who have gone above and beyond to support you or anyone you know, your community, front-line workers, and or have made a significant contribution to any project in Cardiff.
The Cardiff Volunteer Awards 2022 will be a HYBRID event. When you register, please choose the appropriate ticket for your planned participation – virtual or in-person.
When: The event takes place at 4pm on 17 November 2022. Please join us from 3pm to meet the nominees, network and enjoy a free light lunch.
Where: In Person at Butetown Community Centre or Online
Volunteers can be nominated in the following categories:

Covid-19 Recovery Phase Volunteer
Volunteer of the Year (Over 25 Years)
Young Volunteer of the Year (25 Years and Under)
Volunteer Group of the Year
Volunteer Coordinator of the Year
Trustee of the Year
Outstanding Community Volunteer

Click here to register for this FREE event on Eventbrite
If you are interested in sponsoring the CVAs 2022, please view the Sponsorship Package Document here.
Please feel free to contact us on 07973 725 335 or 02920 485 722 or email us at enquiries@c3sc.org.uk for further information.

Volunteer Recruitment, Selection and Induction Training
2022-11-30 14:00 - 16:30 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5UZ, Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5UZ
The training will help you improve your knowledge of Volunteer Recruitment, Selection and Induction. It would be suitable for Volunteer Managers, Coordinators, Supervisors, Team Leaders and individuals who have responsibility for recruiting, training and managing volunteers. Volunteers are welcome to apply and will be allocated a space, on a first come first served basis. By the end of the course, you will:

Be familiar with a range of methods to attract a diversity of volunteers
Recognise ‘selection’ as a two ways process and be familiar with a range of selection tools
Understand the use of vetting procedures including DBS checks and recognise their limitations
Understand the purpose and nature of

a) volunteer agreements and
b) volunteer induction

Recognise potential uses and abuses of volunteers’ personal information
Recognise ways in which volunteering can be made more accessible to all

Date: Wednesday 30th November 2022
Time: 2 pm – 4:30 pm
The training will be a hybrid event taking place on Microsoft Teams or in person at Butetown Community Centre and the link will be sent through within 24 hours of the training taking place. Please ensure you book the correct ticket for your preferred method of participation.
For further enquiries, contact C3SC on 07973 725 335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Volunteer recruitment, selection and induction
2022-11-30 14:00 - 16:30
The training will help you improve your knowledge on Volunteer Recruitment, Selection and Induction.

The training will help you improve your knowledge on Volunteer Recruitment, Selection and Induction. It would be suitable for volunteer managers, coordinators, supervisors, team leaders and individuals who have responsibility for recruiting, training and managing volunteers. Volunteers are welcome to apply and will be allocated a space, on a first come first served basis. By the end of the course, you will:

Be familiar with a range of methods to attract a diversity of volunteers

Recognise ‘selection’ as a two ways process and be familiar with a range of selection tools

Understand the use of vetting procedures including DBS checks and recognise their limitations

Understand the purpose and nature of a) volunteer agreements and b) volunteer induction

Recognise potential uses and abuses of volunteers’ personal information

Recognise ways in which volunteering can be made more accessible to all

Date: Wednesday 30th November 2022
Time: 2 pm – 4:30 pm
The training will be a hybrid event taking place on Microsoft Teams or in person at Butetown Community Centre and the link will be sent through within 24 hours of the training taking place. Please ensure you book the correct ticket for your preferred method of participation.
For further enquiries, contact C3SC on 07973 725 335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Trustees' Network Meeting
2022-12-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, GB
C3SC Trustee Network
About this event
We know that trustees deliver vital leadership roles in charities and not for profit groups across Cardiff. We also know that many trustees value opportunities to build and share their skills and experience with peer Networks.
Cardiff Third Sector Council (C3SC) has been undertaking a review of our Networks to plan how we can best offer support to our members, community activity and volunteering in Cardiff.
We are relaunching our Trustees Network, and we’d really welcome hearing your thoughts about how the Network can best support you.
Why should you join us at this Session?
This session, taking place at 10:00 am on Thursday 8 December at Butetown Community Centre hosted by C3SC, will be a great opportunity to share your insights and advice on how the Trustees Network can best support you in your leadership role. It will also be a great opportunity to Network – and it’s free! You will also:

Learn from other trustees and share your experiences with others
Connect with others with similar experiences and values
Help to shape new ways to develop your organization, including informing us as we aim to create a Trustee
Toolkit that will help you in your role

The meeting will take place at Butetown Community Centre with the possibility to attend online if preferred. Please mention your preference on the booking form .
For any further enquiries contact C3SC on 07973 725 335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.
We look forward to seeing you!

Children, Young People and Families Network
2022-12-13 14:00 - 16:00
C3SC’s Children, Young People and Families Network: 13th December

About this event
C3SC’s Children, Young People and Families Network: meeting 13﻿t﻿h December
Cardiff Third Sector Council will reconvene their Children, Young People and Families network on Tuesday 13th December, with a two hour online session between 2-4 pm.
The session will feature a presentation from Angharad Thomas, Operational Manager of Cardiff Youth Justice Service, who will discuss her team’s new development strategy for 2022-4, entitled Building Safe Futures Together.
The Forum gives an opportunity to Third Sector groups working with Children, Young People and Families to meet other groups, share ideas and learning, make alliances and receive up to date information from guest speakers and presenters. They will also help to coproduce the agenda going forward.
For any further enquiries contact C3SC on 07973 725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.

We look forward to seeing you!

C3SC Warm Spaces Fund Grants Info Session
2023-01-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Microsoft Teams, United Kingdom
This info session, hosted by C3SC, will focus on a grant scheme for Charities and not for profits in Cardiff which opened in December 2022.
As the pressures arising from the cost of living continue to increase, we are looking at ways to help residents with rising energy bills by supporting warm spaces for people struggling to afford the costs of heating their homes. We know that comparatively small amounts of money can make a big difference to small scale community-based support, so Cardiff Third Sector Council (C3SC) working in partnership with Cardiff Council, will be administering a second round of the Warm Spaces Fund to support groups in venues well known to local communities – such as community centres, community venues, places of worship – to provide places for more people to meet, socialise, enjoy refreshments, receive advice and to stay warm, helping them to manage the increased costs of heating their homes.
Aim of the Programme
The Warm Spaces fund will be used to contribute to the cost of providing spaces for people to gather and stay warm to help offset the rising costs of heating their homes. The funding can be used for revenue costs only associated with these types of activities. It cannot be used for capital costs, for staff costs, for the payment of rent and cannot duplicate any existing funding.
How much can organisations apply for?
Organisations can apply for a maximum of £1,500 under the Warm Space programme. There is no minimum amount.
The fund will be open for applications from 19 December with a deadline for submission of 5pm on 16 January 2023. Please note, preference will be given to Groups who have not received funding from the first round of the Warm Spaces fund.
The event provides a great opportunity to hear from the funders C3SC about their grant eligibility criteria, tips on applying, the application process and timescale. Plus there will be the opportunity to ask questions afterwards
The event will be delivered using Microsoft Teams, and the link will be sent 24 hours prior to the event taking place. The workshop will not be recorded.
Register for this event for FREE at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/c3sc-warm-spaces-fund-grants-info-session-tickets-494952495237
For more information please contact C3SC on 07973 725 335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.

C3SC Warm Spaces Fund Grants Info session
2023-01-10 10:00 - 11:00
This Info session, hosted by C3SC, will focus on a grant scheme for Charities and not for profits in Cardiff which opened in December 2022

As the pressures arising from the cost of living continue to increase, we are looking at ways to help residents with rising energy bills by supporting warm spaces for people struggling to afford the costs of heating their homes. We know that comparatively small amounts of money can make a big difference to small scale community-based support, so Cardiff Third Sector Council (C3SC) working in partnership with Cardiff Council, will be administering a second round of the Warm Spaces Fund to support groups in venues well known to local communities – such as community centres, community venues, places of worship – to provide places for more people to meet, socialise, enjoy refreshments, receive advice and to stay warm, helping them to manage the increased costs of heating their homes.

Aim of the Programme

The Warm Spaces fund will be used to contribute to the cost of providing spaces for people to gather and stay warm to help offset the rising costs of heating their homes. The funding can be used for revenue costs only associated with these types of activities. It cannot be used for capital costs, for staff costs, for the payment of rent and cannot duplicate any existing funding.

How much can organisations apply for?

Organisations can apply for a maximum of £1,500 under the Warm Space programme. There is no minimum amount.

The fund will be open for applications from 19 December with a deadline for submission of 5pm on 16 January 2023. Please note, preference will be given to Groups who have not received funding from the first round of the Warm Spaces fund.

The event provides a great opportunity to hear from the funders C3SC about their grant eligibility criteria, tips on applying, the application process and timescale. Plus there will be the opportunity to ask questions afterwards
The event will be delivered using Microsoft Teams, and the link will be sent 24 hours prior to the event taking place. The workshop will not be recorded
For more information please contact C3SC on 07973725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.

C3SC "Meet The Funder" Event - Viridor Project Green Community Fund Grant
2023-01-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Microsoft Teams, United Kingdom
Viridor’s Trident Park Energy Recovery Facility in Cardiff has an annual pot of funds available to any constituted group within the LA areas of Cardiff, Newport, Vale of Glamorgan, Caerphilly and Monmouthshire. This information, questions and answers session will be delivered by Eamonn from Viridor who manages the fund.
The session provides a great opportunity to hear how the fund works, eligibility criteria, tips on applying, the application process and timescale. Plus, there will be the opportunity to ask questions afterwards.
The event will be taking place on Microsoft Teams and the link will be sent through within 24 hours of the event taking place.
Register for this event for FREE at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/c3sc-meet-the-funder-event-viridor-project-green-community-fund-grant-tickets-490440961117
For more information please contact C3SC on 07973 725 335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.
We are looking forward to seeing you!

C3SC "Meet The Funder" Event - Viridor Project Green Community Fund Grant
2023-01-17 10:00 - 11:00
An online funding event hosted by C3SC on the Viridor Project Green Community Fund Grant

This event is hosted by Cardiff Third Sector Council

Viridor’s Trident Park Energy Recovery Facility in Cardiff has an annual pot of funds available to any constituted group within the LA areas of Cardiff, Newport, Vale of Glamorgan, Caerphilly and Monmouthshire. This information, questions and answers session will be delivered by Eamonn from Viridor who manages the fund.
Tuesday 17th January 2023
1﻿0:00am – 11:00am

The session provides great opportunity to hear how the fund works, eligibility criteria, tips on applying, the application process and timescale. Plus, there will be the opportunity to ask questions afterwards.
The event will be taking place on Microsoft Teams and the link will be sent through within 24 hours of the event taking place.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 07973 725 335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk
We are looking forward to seeing you!

C3SC Members' Forum: Physical Disabilities and Access to Sport and Transport
2023-01-17 10:30 - 12:00 | Pedal Power cafe, Off of Dogo Street, Cardiff CF11 9JJ, Pedal Power cafe, Off of Dogo Street, Cardiff CF11 9JJ
Following on from Cardiff Third Sector Council’s Members’ Forum on Tuesday, 8th November, Pedal Power have kindly offered to host a follow-up session on 17th January.
The session will be attended by Cardiff Council’s Equality Officers as well as Transport for Wales.
The Forum will give the opportunity to Third Sector groups working with people with physical disabilities to meet other groups, share ideas and learning, make alliances and give groups the opportunity to focus on what can be done locally to ensure equality of access for people with physical disabilities. It will also give organisations the opportunity to engage directly with major service providers in Cardiff.
The Forum will be a hybrid event and will be hosted both on Teams by C3SC, and in person at Pedal Power’s Cafe, Cardiff Caravan Park, Off Dogo St, Cardiff CF11 9LB.
Register for this event for FREE at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/c3sc-members-forum-physical-disabilities-and-access-to-sport-and-transport-tickets-494958904407
For more information please contact C3SC on 07973 725 335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.
We look forward to seeing you!

C3SC Members Forum: Physical disabilities and access to sport and transport
2023-01-17 10:30 - 12:00
C3SC Members’ Forum

C3SC Members’ Forum on Physical Disabilities and Access to Sport and Transport
Following on from Cardiff Third Sector Council’s Members’ Forum on Tuesday 8th November, Pedal Power have kindly offered to host a follow up session on 17th January.
The session will be attended by Cardiff Council’s Equality Officers as well as Transport for Wales.
The Forum will give the opportunity to Third Sector groups working with people with physical disabilities to meet other groups, share ideas and learning, make alliances and give groups the opportunity to focus on what can be done locally to ensure equality of access for people with physical disabilities. It will also give organisations the opportunity to engage directly with major service providers in Cardiff.
T﻿he Forum will be a hybrid event and will be hosted both on Teams by C3SC, and in person at Pedal Power’s Cafe, Cardiff Caravan Park, Off Dogo St, Cardiff CF11 9LB.
For any further enquiries contact C3SC on 07973 725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.
We look forward to seeing you!

Transport for Wales Consultation: Cardiff Central to Newport Road
2023-01-18 14:00 - 16:30 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, GB
Have your say on the future of transport in Cardiff
Transport for Wales are exploring potential options for future transport routes between Cardiff Central and Newport Road, via Cardiff Bay and Porth Teigr. A new public transport link and enhanced active travel routes from Cardiff Central to Newport Road via the Bay has long been an ambition of the Welsh Government and Cardiff Council.
This would be a future stage of improvements following the completion of the Butetown station and the planned upgrades to the Cardiff Bay line and Cardiff Bay station and would be subject to securing funding. A number of options have been presented to collect wider feedback on connecting public transport in the area. The outcome of the consultation will inform an outline business case, and following the findings report, we’ll look to reduce the number of route options to one, with a view to proceed with planning.
The seven-week statutory public consultation launched 12 December – TfW is particularly keen to seek the views of businesses, employees and residents who reside in the proposed areas.
When: Wednesday, 18 January 2023
2:00pm – 4:30pm
Where: Butetown Community Centre (40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5JA)
To take part in the online consultation, please visit haveyoursay.tfw.wales/cardiff-central-to-newport-road. Consultation will close 30 January 2023.

Being a Trustee Training
2023-01-18 16:30 - 18:30
Being a Trustee: An online training session for new and existing Trustees in Cardiff

An online training session for new and existing Trustees in Cardiff to learn more about best practice in governance, delivered by C3SC
About this event
Being a Trustee will help new and existing Trustees improve their understanding of best practice in governance.
The aims and objectives of the course are that attendees:
Understand the key principles of governance
Understand how trustees as a board are collectively responsible and accountable for ensuring that the organisation is well-run
Understand the roles and responsibilities of the Board in good governance
Be aware of good practice guidance in relation to governance
The event will be taking place on Teams or Zoom and the link will be sent through the day prior to the event.
Participants are advised to bring their organisation’s governing document to the session, if available.
Please contact C3SC on 07973725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk for more information or with any further enquiries

Safer, Cohesive and More Equal Communities Network
2023-01-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Microsoft Teams, United Kingdom
About this event
C3SC’s Safer, Cohesive and More Equal Communities Network : 26th January 2023
Cardiff Third Sector Council will launch their Safer, Cohesive and More Equal Communities Network on 26th January
The C3SC Safer, Cohesive and More Equal Communities Network is committed to creating stronger, more resilient and safer communities by ensuring people:
• feel safe and live in a cohesive community
• are proud of and want to live, work, study and stay in the borough
• live in a friendly and welcoming borough with strong community spirits.

A cohesive society is one in which:
• there is a common vision and sense of belonging by all communities;
• the diversity of people’s backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and valued;
• similar life opportunities are available to all; and
• strong and positive relationships exist and continue to be developed in the workplace, in schools and in the wider community.

This Network recognises that strong and resilient communities are happier and healthier communities.
People also benefit in terms of their health and wellbeing, from their connections with people around them and when people look out for each other.
The plan is that this Network will act like a glue, that bonds society together and helps create strong and resilient communities.
The meeting will take place on Teams and an invitation link will be sent out prior to the event.
For any further enquiries contact C3SC on 07973 725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.
We look forward to seeing you!

Localgiving Online Fundraising Information Session
2023-01-26 14:30 - 15:30
For groups interested in building sustainable income streams, developing supporter base and raising unrestricted funding

C3SC is hosting an online fundraising information session for groups in Cardiff to learn more about building sustainable income streams, developing supporter base and raising unrestricted funding, delivered by Localgiving.
Localgiving is a UK-wide not-for-profit and an online donation platform that has helped over 7,000 charitable organisations to raise over £40million online. Since 2016, they have supported over 500 organisations across all 22 counties in Wales to raise over £2.2million through a dedicated Wales programme.
Are you interested in building sustainable income streams, developing your supporter base and raising unrestricted funding? Online fundraising is easy and very cost effective. Through their programme, Crowdfund Wales, Localgiving provides a free year of membership, Gift Aid and training in how to fundraise online. They will support each member to run an online campaign to raise £1,750 towards a need of your choice, which will then unlock £250 of match funding.
There are also a number of grant opportunities to apply for throughout the year. Join the online workshop to find out more!
The event will be taking place on Teams or Zoom and the link will be sent through the day prior to the event.
Please contact C3SC on 07973725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk for more information or with any further enquiries

Organising your AGM Training
2023-01-26 16:30 - 17:30
Organising Your AGM: An online training session for new and existing groups in Cardiff

An online training session for new and existing groups in Cardiff to learn more about how to organise an Annual General Meeting (AGM), delivered by C3SC
About this event
Organising Your AGM will help new and existing groups improve their understanding of best practice in organising and running an AGM.
The aims and objectives of the course are that attendees:
Understand the annual cycle of governance
Understand the requirement for financial account and audit
Know how to organise and run an AGM
The event will be taking place on Teams or Zoom and the link will be sent through the day prior to the event.
Participants are advised to bring their organisation’s governing document to the session, if available.
Please contact C3SC on 07973725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk for more information or with any further enquiries

Cardiff Volunteer Coordinators' Network Meeting
2023-01-31 13:30 - 15:00 | Butetown Community Center, Butetown Community Center
The Cardiff Volunteer Coordinators’ Network (CVCN) is a Participation and Engagement initiative by Cardiff Third Sector Council as part of its commitment to the development and support of the volunteering infrastructure in Cardiff and its role within Third Sector Support Wales. Each quarterly meeting is packed with information, guidance, discussions and networking. It’s also a great way to raise the profile of volunteering in Cardiff.
If you are involved in managing or supporting volunteers? Perhaps you’re a paid worker or volunteer yourself you are more than welcome to attend the meeting.
Date: Tuesday 31st January 2023
Time: 1:30PM – 3:00PM
Location: This will be a hybrid event from Butetown Community Centre or Microsoft Teams
Please ensure you book the correct ticket for your intended joining method: In-person or Virtual. The joining link will be sent out 24 before the event for virtual attendees.
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13:30 – 13:50 Welcome and Introductions (bring your tea and coffee)
13:50 – 14:20 Cardiff Volunteer Centre @C3SC Update
14:20 – 14:50 Volunteers Coordinators updates. Open to all organisations to share updates and advertise their project/work.
14:50 – 15:00 AOB, thanks, networking and close.
Full agenda to follow.
For further enquiries, contact Kailee Carella on 07973 725 690 or kailee.c@c3sc.org.uk.

Introduction to Safeguarding Training Course
2023-02-28 09:30 - 12:30
Introduction to Safeguarding online training course for Charities and non profit organisations in Cardiff

Delivered online by WCVA in Partnership with Cardiff Third Sector Council (C3SC)
T﻿uesday 28th February 2023
9:30am – 12:30pm

The course aims to support Third Sector organisations to gain a basic awareness introduction to generic safeguarding; covering all age groups, and as broadly applicable to all settings as possible.
The main outcomes are to:
• Have increased understanding of what is meant by “safeguarding” and how it is related to different role
• Have increased awareness of expected safeguarding policy and practice
• Have increased awareness of the legislation that underpins safeguarding in Wales
• Know where to find a wider range of safeguarding resources

The event will be taking place on Zoom and the link will be sent through 24 hours prior to the event taking place.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 07973725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk
We are look forward to seeing you

C3SC Cost of Living Crisis Response
2023-02-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Online
C3SC is organising an event in response to the Cost of Living Crisis, supported by Natural Resources Wales

The event will highlight some of the support available to the general public from the Statutory and Voluntary sector, including presentations from the following organisations:
-National Energy Action: Project Development Coordinator Gareth Thomas will discuss the various energy-related assistance available via Welsh and UK Governments/suppliers, as well as NEA.
– Emma Aldridge, Charity Network Manager at In Kind Direct on their work helping and supporting the Community and Voluntary Sector to save money on supplies and get more of life’s essentials in to the hands of people who need them
-Grangetown Youth and Community Centre will introduce their Energy Action Guidebook
This will be an online event and the link will be sent through 24 hours prior to the start.
For any further information contact C3SC on 07973 725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Cardiff Third Sector Council AGM and Annual Members' Meeting
2023-03-01 10:00 - 14:00 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, GB
We are pleased to invite you to C3SC’s Annual General Meeting and Member’s Networking Event – which will include

Our AGM
An opportunity to hear from our guest speaker, Dr Neil Wooding CBE, new Chair of WCVA
A discussion with C3SC’s Trustees and the Senior Team
Workshop on co-creating a shared voluntary sector approach to local challenges
A variety of stalls
Networking lunch and opportunities to make connections, and share experience and knowledge

To book a stall please e-mail enquiries@c3sc.org.uk. Please book early – stalls will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
You can find the agenda and AGM papers – including the proxy form if needed – on our website by clicking here.
We hope you can join us.

Governing Your Organisation Training
2023-03-02 10:00 - 12:30
Governing Your Organisation: An online training session for new and existing Trustees in Cardiff

An online training session for new and existing Trustees in Cardiff to learn more about best practice in governance, delivered by C3SC
About this event
Governing Your Organisation will help new and existing Trustees improve their understanding of best practice in governance.
The aims and objectives of the course are that attendees:
Understand the key principles of governance​
Understand how trustees as a board are collectively responsible and accountable for ensuring that the organisation is well-run​
Understand the roles and responsibilities of the Board in good governance​
Be aware of good practice guidance in relation to governance​
The event will be taking place on Teams or Zoom and the link will be sent through the day prior to the event.
Participants are advised to bring their organisation’s governing document to the session, if available.
Please contact C3SC on 07973725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk for more information or with any further enquiries

Writing Successful Funding Bids
2023-03-08 10:00 - 12:00
Writing Successful Funding Bids: online training for Charities and non profit organisations in Cardiff

Writing Successful Funding Bids: online training session
Hosted by Cardiff Third Sector Council
C3SC hosts a training event which aims to support Third Sector organisations in Cardiff to wrote better funding bids.
The course objectives are for participants to have an improved knowledge of

The tools and techniques you need to plan, write and present winning bids
How to Understand and meet the expectations of funders

The event will be taking place on Teams and the link will be sent through 24 hours prior to the event taking place.
For more information please contact C3SC on 07973725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Cardiff Safer, Cohesive and More Equal Communities Network
2023-03-09 10:30 - 12:30 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, GB
The Network will be a discussion and planning forum facilitated by C3SC for members that will provide opportunities to shape how and where the voluntary sector and local communities should be involved in:
– engaging with communities on safety, cohesion, and equity
– identifying and responding to community needs and priorities
– bringing a sector and community perspective to the challenges, issues, and opportunities
The Network will support members to develop the sector and community roles in:
– issues of justice, crime, equality, and policing
– supporting and promoting thriving, resilient, equal, and safe communities
– influencing the priorities, work programme and spending decisions of statutory sector partners, and
– Maximising opportunities for collaboration and contribution to achieving more positive outcomes in the community
Please register to attend the meeting in person at Butetown Community Centre or on-line via MS Teams. Please click to view the agenda.
The link for the meeting will be shared closer to the meeting date. For any further enquiries contact C3SC on 07973 725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.
We hope you can join us.
You can find a full agenda for the meeting here.

Getting the Best from your Volunteers
2023-03-15 13:30 - 16:00
The training will help you improve your knowledge on getting the best from your volunteers.

The training will help you improve your knowledge on Getting the Best from your Volunteers. It would be suitable for volunteer managers, coordinators, supervisors, team leaders and individuals who have responsibility for recruiting, training and managing volunteers. Volunteers are welcome to apply and will be allocated a space, on a first come first served basis. By the end of the course, you will:

Understand what motivates and de-motivates volunteers
Understand good practice in relation support and supervision
Recognise and be able to manage a variety of difficult situations
Know when and how to terminate a volunteering relationship
Be able to assess needs for training and development and recognise different ways of meeting these
Know how to give appropriate recognition to volunteers

Date: Wednesday 15th March 2023
Time: 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
The training will be taking place in person at Butetown Community Centre and on Microsoft Teams. Please choose the ticket option for your method of participation. The joining link will be sent through within 24 hours of the training taking place.
For further enquiries, contact C3SC on 07973 725 335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk
Joining link below:
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FUNDING OPPORTUNITY Unpaid Carers "Short Breaks" Grant Scheme
2023-03-23 10:30 - 12:00 | Online
There’s still time to apply! Not sure if you qualify? Come along to our online drop in session to hear more about this excellent funding opportunity. Session delivered over Microsoft Teams
The Cardiff and Vale Regional Partnership Board in partnership with Cardiff Third Sector Council (C3SC) and Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) have allocated £283,800 in total, to support unpaid carers with short breaks from their caring role. The Fund is administered by C3SC in partnership with GVS. This Fund is to help deliver solutions in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan to support the regional priority of reducing loneliness and social isolation.
Supporting life alongside caring – all unpaid carers must have the opportunity to take breaks from their caring role to enable them to maintain their own health and well-being and have a life alongside caring.
Development of this new Fund has been informed by research commissioned by Welsh Government in 2021: What A Difference a Break Makes: A Vision for the Future of Short Breaks for Unpaid Carers in Wales. The research sets out 12 key principles for short breaks which underpins the design and delivery of the Short Breaks Scheme and provides a framework for allocation of funding.
The research importantly provides the following, coproduced definition of what constitutes a short break:
Any break, which strengthens and/or sustains informal caring relationships and enhances the wellbeing of carers and the people they support. This may be achieved through a service, an activity or an item.
The Short Breaks Scheme intends to benefit 30,000 carers across Wales over the next three years through the following key aims:
• Increase the availability and accessibility of short breaks
• Provide personalised, flexible and responsive break options
• Prioritise and target short breaks to those who need it most
Register your attendance on the Eventbrite page here.

Youth Volunteering Showcase
2023-03-31 16:00 - 18:00 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, GB
Come along and learn more about opportunities available to young people in Cardiff!
Join Cardiff Volunteer Centre at our Youth Volunteering Showcase. Cardiff Youth Led Grant 22/23 funded projects will be showcasing the incredible work they have been doing this year!
Friday 31st March 2023, 4pm-6pm at Butetown Community Centre.
We will also be joined by various organisations who are recruiting young volunteers.
Are you looking to volunteer as part of your Duke of Edinburgh Award or Welsh Baccalaureate? Come along and learn more about opportunities for Young People in Cardiff!
To book your place please visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/youth-volunteering-showcase-tickets-514732698357
Do you promote volunteer opportunities for young people? Book a stall space at the event by emailing volunteer@c3sc.org.uk

Cardiff Volunteer Coordinators' Network meeting
2023-04-26 14:30 - 16:00 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, GB
The Cardiff Volunteer Coordinators’ Network (CVCN) is a Participation and Engagement initiative by Cardiff Third Sector Council as part of its commitment to the development and support of the volunteering infrastructure in Cardiff and its role within Third Sector Support Wales. Each quarterly meeting is packed with information, guidance, discussions and networking. It’s also a great way to raise the profile of volunteering in Cardiff.
If you are involved in managing or supporting volunteers? Perhaps you’re a paid worker or volunteer yourself you are more than welcome to attend the meeting.
Date: Wednesday 26th April 2023
Time: 2:30PM – 4:00PM
Location: This will be a hybrid event from Butetown Community Centre or Microsoft Teams
Please ensure you book the correct ticket for your intended joining method: In-person or Virtual. The joining link will be sent out 24 before the event for virtual attendees.
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14:30 – 14:50 Welcome and Introductions (bring your tea and coffee)
14:50 – 15:00 Cardiff Volunteer Centre @C3SC Update
15:00 – 15:20 Open University Wales – volunteer resources workshop
15:20 – 15:50 Volunteers Coordinators updates. Open to all organisations to share updates and advertise their project/work.
15:50 – 16:00 AOB, thanks, networking and close.
Full agenda to follow.
For further enquiries, contact Kailee Carella on 07973 725 690 or kailee.c@c3sc.org.uk.
