Making Every Contact Count (MECC) training for third sector organisations
2024-07-17 09:30 - 12:30 (Europe/London) | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5UZ, Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5UZ
Three hour MECC session tailored specifically to third sector organisations.
C3SC has partnered with the local Public Health Team to deliver Making Every Contact Count (MECC) training to third sector organisations in Cardiff that have an interest in helping people improve their health and wellbeing.
Many staff and volunteers in community groups and third sector organisations have regular interactions with the public. The training will provide tools that will help participants use those interactions as an opportunity to help people make healthy lifestyle choices.
What will be covered at the training?
The training will provide up to date evidence-based information and resources on the subjects of smoking, physical activity, healthy eating, alcohol, mental wellbeing and immunisations. Participants will also be introduced to the ‘healthy chat’ model of behaviour change, based around the three principles of ask, advise and act.
By the end of the training participants will:

Understand the basics of healthy behaviour change.
Have up to date knowledge on health topics such as healthy eating, alcohol, mental wellbeing, physical activity, smoking and immunisations.
Have increased confidence in initiating and having informal discussions related to healthy lifestyle choices.
Have been provided with the resources and practical materials to help undertake healthy lifestyle conversations.

The training will take place face to face at Butetown Community Centre
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Meet the Funder Event - Lloyds Bank Foundation Fund
2024-07-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Lloyds Bank Foundation currently have 2 programmes open, one is a Cash Grant and the other is a Development Support offer.

C3SC in partnership with Lloyds Bank Foundation is hosting this online “Meet the Funder” event on Tuesday 23rd July between 13:00 -14:00 to further explore the following Lloyds Bank Foundation funding opportunities:-
Deaf and Disabled people’s organisations (DDPO) (3 years)
This programme is aimed at registered charities and CICs with income between £25K and £500K which are led by and working for Deaf and Disabled people including Mental Health charities based on the social model of disability.
The organisation will work directly with Deaf, Disabled and people with Mental Health conditions over the long term to support them to have more choice and control over their lives, access their rights and entitlements and challenge the barriers they face.
Successful applicants will receive unrestricted grant of £75,000, over three years (£25,000 per year).
Closing date is 28th August. Lloyds Bank Foundation is looking to fund 42 organisations in England and Wales.
Organisational Development Support Programme (2 years)
This is a two-year development support programme, for charities only (not CIC) that help asylum seekers and refugees and have an income between £25k – £500k. This is not a funding programme and there is no cash grant linked to it.
Lloyds Bank Foundation want to share organisational development support offers with charities that they’re not able to fund and to helping small and local charities build on their strengths and grow more resilient so they can thrive over the long term.
Closing date for applications is 1st August 5pm. Lloyds Bank Foundation is looking to support 60 charities in England and Wales with this programme. More information on website here

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, please contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Cardiff Volunteer Awards 2024 Information Session
2024-08-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
Join our online information session to learn the who, where, when and why of nominating a volunteer for the Cardiff Volunteer Awards 2024!
The Cardiff Volunteer Awards organised by Cardiff Third Sector Council (C3SC) is an annual celebration of volunteering and community action. Following the success of the 2023 awards ceremony, the team at C3SC are eager to ensure that all volunteers in Cardiff have the opportunity to be recognised for the unwavering and vital support they provide to communities across the city!
Are you a volunteer? Do you manage volunteers? Do you know a volunteer? Would you like to show them how valued and appreciated they are?
Join us for a one-hour online session to learn more about the Cardiff Volunteer Awards 2024 nomination process, where we will explain who is eligible to be nominated, how category winners are selected by a panel of judges, and why you should be planning your nomination before the form goes live on 19th August 2024!
There will be time at the end of the session for questions from all attendees.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 029 2048 5722 or 07973 725 569, alternatively you can email us on volunteer@c3sc.org.uk.

DBS Disclosure Workshop
2024-08-13 11:00 - 12:30 | Online
C3SC in partnership with the Disclosure and Barring Service brings you this DBS Disclosure Workshop.
The overall outcome of the session is to have a greater understanding of DBS, its products and how DBS can work with organisations at all levels to promote and encourage safer recruitment and safeguarding in its widest context.
Date: Tuesday 13th August 2024
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
The learning outcomes from this session are: –
• Introduction to DBS
• Understand the benefits of DBS and you (organisation) working together
• Understand the different levels of DBS checks
• Understand when an employee is eligible for a check
• Understand what Regulated Activity is
• Understand the DBS Update Service
• Have an understanding of what safe recruitment practices can be in place that DBS checks can form a part of
Carol – Regional Outreach Adviser – from the Disclosure and Barring Service will be delivering this online training session.
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 enquiries please contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk
We are look forward to seeing you.

Move More Eat Well Small Grant Funding and Advice Session
2024-08-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Join us online to find out more about the Move More Eat Well Small Grant Scheme and who can apply!
Move More Eat Well Small Grant Funding and Advice Session
Welcome to our online event where you can learn about the Move More Eat Well small grant scheme and get valuable advice on how the funding will support activities relating to physical activity and healthy eating which help improve health across the population.
We welcome proposals from all third sector organisations, however proposals that focus on engaging groups with specific needs or those traditionally facing barriers are particularly encouraged, including projects that deliver in areas of the city facing multiple deprivation. Don’t miss out on this chance to gain insights that will support your application. Register now!
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, please contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk
We are look forward to seeing you.

C3SC Trustees Network - August 2024
2024-08-20 14:00 - 15:30 | Online
An online event for new and existing trustees in Cardiff to share and learn more about trusteeship, delivered by C3SC.
We know that Management Committee Members and Trustees deliver vital leadership roles in charities and not-for-profit groups across Cardiff. We also know that many Management Committee Members and trustees value opportunities to build and share their skills and experience with peer Networks.
Safeguarding – is everybody’s business – should be a priority for all the Management Committee Members and Trustees of charities and not-for-profit groups, especially those working with children, young people and vulnerable adults. Good and appropriate safeguarding provides public reassurance about your charity / community group and contributes to the positive reputation of the charitable sector in general.
C3SC Trustees Network will meet on Tuesday 20th August 2024 with a one hour and a half online session between 14:00pm-15:30pm.
Join us at this session which will feature a presentation from Carol Eland, Regional Outreach Adviser (Wales) at UK government Disclosure and Barring Services who will run an “Advice Cafe” on safeguarding, safer recruitment, levels of certificates, regulated activity and legal duty to refer. Management Committee Members and Trustees will have an overview of their responsibilities on safeguarding.
The Forum gives an opportunity for people who have safeguarding responsibilities in charities, voluntary organisations and community groups (including staff who hold the portfolio for safeguarding) to come together, share learning and good practice, make alliances and receive up to date information from the guest speaker and presenter. They will also help to co-produce the agenda going forward.
Alongside networking opportunities, the Trustees network meetings are an opportunity for members of C3SC to come together with like-minded peers and connect with partners to provide insight, influence, and develop solutions to local challenges.
We are inviting your views to find out how the C3SC Trustee’s network can help Management Committee Members and Trustees to be more confident and connected in your role. Please take a few minutes to answer the following questions: Cardiff Trustee’s Network-Survey
If you have any suggestions of current or emerging items to discuss or explore at these meetings, please email Thoria Mohamed at thoria.m@c3sc.org.uk.
The event will be taking place on Teams and the link will be sent through 24 hours prior to the event taking place.
For any further enquiries, please contact C3SC on 02920 485 722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.
We look forward to seeing you!

Preparing for Volunteers
2024-09-04 14:00 - 16:30 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5JA, Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5JA
This training will help you understand the policies and processes you should have in place to welcome volunteers to your organisation.
The training will help you improve your knowledge on welcoming volunteers to your organisation. 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 able to develop a volunteering policy​
Have considered what other policies might be necessary ​
Understand key legal issues relating to volunteers​
Be able to develop volunteer ‘role descriptions’​
Know how to assess and manage risk associated with a volunteer role

Date: Wednesday 4th September 2024
Time: 2 pm – 4:30 pm
The training will be a hybrid event. In-person attendees will participate at Butetown Community Centre. Online participants will join the training via Microsoft Teams.
We will send the joining link through 24 hours before the course – please check your ‘Spam’ inbox if you do not see it.
For further enquiries, contact C3SC on 07973 725 335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Cardiff Volunteer Awards 2024 Information Session
2024-09-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Join our online information session to learn the who, where, when and why of nominating a volunteer for the Cardiff Volunteer Awards 2024!
The Cardiff Volunteer Awards organised by Cardiff Third Sector Council (C3SC) is an annual celebration of volunteering and community action. Following the success of the 2023 awards ceremony, the team at C3SC are eager to ensure that all volunteers in Cardiff have the opportunity to be recognised for the unwavering and vital support they provide to communities across the city!
Are you a volunteer? Do you manage volunteers? Do you know a volunteer? Would you like to show them how valued and appreciated they are?
Join us for a one-hour online session to learn more about the Cardiff Volunteer Awards 2024 nomination process, where we will explain who is eligible to be nominated, how category winners are selected by a panel of judges, and why you should be planning your entry before nominations close on 1 October 2024!
There will be time at the end of the session for questions from all attendees.
The event will be taking place on Microsoft Teams and the joining link will be sent out 24 hours before the event.
For any further enquiry, contact C3SC on 029 2048 5722 or 07973 725 569, alternatively you can email us on volunteer@c3sc.org.uk.

Writing Successful Funding Bids
2024-09-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Online
This training event, free to C3SC Members, aims to support Third Sector organisations in Cardiff to write 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
Other fundraising options

The event will be taking place on Teams and the link will be sent through 24 hours prior to the event.
For any further enquiries contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Being a Trustee
2024-09-19 16:30 - 18:00 | Online
An online training session for new and existing Trustees in Cardiff to learn more about best practice in governance.
This training course will help new and existing Trustees improve their understanding of how best to run their groups and organisations.
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 take place on Teams and the link will be sent through the day prior to the event.
Participants are invited to bring their organisation’s governing document to the session, if available.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

The Big Cardiff Tidy 2024 - Butetown Litter Picking Session
2024-09-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5UZ, Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5UZ
Help us to keep Cardiff tidy by joining a free litter picking event in Butetown! Kit will be provided by Keep Wales Tidy!
C3SC is kicking off The Big Cardiff Tidy 2024 campaign (21 September – 6 October) with a litter picking event at the heart of Butetown. Join C3SC employees and volunteers on Friday 20th September 10am-12pm and help us keep Cardiff tidy.
The event will start from Butetown Community Centre, home of C3SC. Equipment will be provided by Keep Wales Tidy, who support litter picking initiatives across Cardiff.
Please arrive fifteen minutes before the session to collect your litter picking kit. If you have your own kit you are welcome to use it.
This is a great chance to try volunteering for yourself, and make a positive impact in your community. C3SC staff and volunteers will be on hand to support you during the event, and are available for any questions you may have about volunteering and the third sector.
The Big Cardiff Tidy campaign is being led by Keep Wales Tidy, Love Where You Live and Cardiff Rivers Group who aim to organise as many litterpicks as possible between 21 September and 6 October. Please get in touch with them if you want to organise other litter picking events: https://keepwalestidy.cymru/caru-cymru/litter-picking-hubs/
For any further enquiries, contact C3SC on 07776 844566 / 029 2048 5722 or volunteer@c3sc.org.uk

Cardiff Volunteer Coordinators' Network meeting Tuesday 24 September 2024
2024-09-24 14:00 - 15:30
C3SC is pleased to invite you to our hybrid Cardiff Volunteer Coordinators’ Network (CVCN) meeting on Tuesday 24 September 2024.
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 24 September 2024
Time: 14:00PM – 15:30PM
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 hours before the event for virtual attendees.
For further enquiries, contact Kailee Carella on 07973 725 690 or kailee.c@c3sc.org.uk.

Taking Minutes
2024-09-25 09:30 - 12:30 | Online
An online training session for trustees/staff of organisations to learn more about taking minutes during meetings, delivered by C3SC.
Do you need guidance on how best to take minutes and record meetings? This training course delivered by C3SC is for Trustees and staff of organisations looking to improve their understanding of minute-taking and best practice.
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 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

C3SC Starting Well Network: September 2024
2024-09-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Online
C3SC’s Starting Well Network: meeting 25th September

Cardiff Third Sector Council will reconvene their Starting Well Network meeting on Wednesday 25th September, with a two hour online session between 2-4pm.
The session will feature a presentation by Liz Van Den Akker, Senior Policy Officer for the SAFE partnership (Safeguarding Adolescents from Exploitation) at Cardiff Council. She will explain the work of the partnership and explain how third sector organisations can engage with the programme.
Alongside opportunities for networking, connection, and learning from peers, the Forum gives an opportunity for Third Sector groups working with children, young people and families to meet up and receive up to date information from guest speakers and presenters, provide insight and influence, develop solutions to local challenges, and make alliances.
Network members are always welcome to share your ideas and co-produce the meetings agenda. Please email Thomas Crockett at thomas.c@c3sc.org.uk with your suggestions of current or emerging items to discuss or explore at these meetings.
For any further enquiries, please contact C3SC on 07973 725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.
We look forward to seeing you!

Making the Most of Volunteer Data
2024-10-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5UZ, Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff CF10 5UZ
Join us for a two-hour in-person workshop to help you identify the best way for you to gather and utilise data from your volunteers.
As volunteer managers, it is becoming increasingly important to collect and leverage data on volunteer activity to demonstrate impact, advocate for resources, and continually improve volunteer programmes. But what’s the best way to capture that data? How do we use it to assess services and make meaningful changes?
Join us for a two-hour in-person workshop led by Sarah Sparke to learn about capturing good data from volunteers, and the various ways you can solicit this information. We encourage participants to come to this workshop with a basic knowledge of what data they already collect, and how they are currently using it!
Participants will leave the session with a better understanding of how to gather and use volunteer data to improve services and volunteer experiences.
Refreshments provided.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Cardiff Volunteer Awards 2024 (Hybrid Event)
2024-11-11 15:30 - 19:00 | Glanfa Hall at the Wales Millennium Centre, Bute Pl, Cardiff, CF10 5AL
The Cardiff Volunteer Awards 2024 will be a HYBRID event – In Person and Online. When you register, please choose the appropriate ticket.
The Cardiff Volunteer Awards 2024 is our opportunity to say a huge thank you to the people who volunteer and who have made a significant contribution by going above and beyond to support you, your community, voluntary services, or activities in Cardiff.
This year’s Awards will be a HYBRID event – when booking, please choose the appropriate ticket – virtual or in-person.
When: The event takes place at 4:30pm on Monday, 11 November 2024. Please join us for refreshments (vegetarian options will be available) from 3:30pm when you will also have the opportunity for networking and to meet our nominees.
Where: In Person in the Glanfa Hall at Wales Millennium Centre and Online via Zoom. If you are joining the celebrations online, please note that a joining link will be sent to you via email closer to the event date.
Please join us as we celebrate volunteers in the following categories:

Volunteer of the Year (Over 25 Years of age)
Young Volunteer of the Year (age 25 Years and Under)
Volunteer Group of the Year
Volunteer Coordinator of the Year
Trustee of the Year
Outstanding Community Volunteer
Inclusive Business of the Year
VW Most Active Volunteer*
VW Most Active Provider*
Youth Led Grant Project of the Year*

* Winners are drawn for these categories from Volunteering-Wales and the Youth Volunteer Grant programme so are not open for a public vote.
If you are interested in booking a stall at a cost of £100 (FREE for members), then please select this as an add-on at checkout. If you are interested in sponsoring the CVAs 2024, thank you – please view the Sponsorship Package Document here.
Accessibility
We want our events to be as accessible as possible. If there is anything we can do to make the event more accessible, please do let us know.
Please note on your order if you will require BSL interpretation during the Awards event.
Everyone is encouraged to speak in their preferred language. Though C3SC may not have live interpretation/translation in all languages at the event, our team collectively speak 16 languages and will do our best to support you.
Please feel free to contact us on 07973 725 335 or 02920 485 722 to speak to a member of the team or email us at enquiries@c3sc.org.uk if you need any assistance with the above, for further information, or for anything else.
#CVA2024 – We hope you can join us.

DBS Disclosure Workshop
2024-11-19 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
C3SC in partnership with the Disclosure and Barring Service brings you this DBS Disclosure Workshop.
As part of National Safeguarding Week and in line with this year’s theme of Neglect, this session focuses on the critical role of the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) in promoting safer recruitment and safeguarding in its widest context.
Participants will gain a deeper understanding of DBS products and how they can be utilised by organisations at all levels to support recruitment processes that help safeguard against neglect and other forms of abuse.
Date: Tuesday 19th November 2024
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

The learning outcomes from this session are: –

Introduction to DBS
Understand the benefits of DBS and you (organisation) working together
Understand the different levels of DBS checks
Understand when an employee is eligible for a check
Understand what Regulated Activity is
Understand the DBS Update Service
Have an understanding of what safe recruitment practices can be in place that DBS checks can form a part of

Julia – Regional Outreach Adviser – from the Disclosure and Barring Service will be delivering this online training session.
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 enquiries please contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk
We are look forward to seeing you.

DBS Disclosure Workshop
2024-11-19 13:00 - 14:30 | Online Event
C3SC in partnership with the Disclosure and Barring Service brings you this DBS Disclosure Workshop.

As part of National Safeguarding Week and in line with this year’s theme of Neglect, this session focuses on the critical role of the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) in promoting safer recruitment and safeguarding in its widest context.
Participants will gain a deeper understanding of DBS products and how they can be utilised by organisations at all levels to support recruitment processes that help safeguard against neglect and other forms of abuse.

Date: Tuesday 19th November 2024
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

The learning outcomes from this session are: –
• Introduction to DBS
• Understand the benefits of DBS and you (organisation) working together
• Understand the different levels of DBS checks
• Understand when an employee is eligible for a check
• Understand what Regulated Activity is
• Understand the DBS Update Service
• Have an understanding of what safe recruitment practices can be in place that DBS checks can form a part of

Julia – Regional Outreach Adviser – from the Disclosure and Barring Service will be delivering this online training session.

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 enquiries please contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk
We are look forward to seeing you.

Being a Trustee
2024-11-21 16:30 - 18:30 | Online
An online training session for new and existing Trustees in Cardiff to learn more about best practice in governance.
This training course will help new and existing Trustees improve their understanding of how best to run their groups and organisations.
Date and time: Thu, 21 Nov 2024 16:30 – 18:30 GMT
Location: Online
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 take place on Teams and the link will be sent through the day prior to the event.
Participants are invited to bring their organisation’s governing document to the session, if available.
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Being a Trustee
2024-11-21 16:30 - 18:30 | Online Event

DBS Barring and Referral Workshop
2024-11-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
C3SC in partnership with the Disclosure and Barring Service brings you this DBS Barring and Referral Training Workshop.
The overall outcome of the session is to have a greater understanding of DBS, its products and how DBS can work with organisations at all levels to promote and encourage safer recruitment and safeguarding in its widest context.
Date: Wednesday 27 November 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
The learning outcomes from this session are: –

Understand the benefits of DBS and you (employer) working together
Understand the three different referral routes
Understand when a DBS Barring referral should be made, including when the legal duty is met
Understand Regulated Activity / Relevant Conduct and Harm Test
Understand how to make a good quality referral
Have a clear understanding of the consequences of not making appropriate barring referrals and the consequences of being included in one or both Barred Lists
Myth Busting Quiz

Georgie – Regional Outreach Adviser – from the Disclosure and Barring Service will be delivering this online training session.
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 enquiries please contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk
We are look forward to seeing you.

DBS Barring and Referral Workshop
2024-11-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Online Event

Developing a Volunteer Survey
2024-12-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Grange Pavilion, Grange Gardens, Cardiff, CF11 7LJ, Cardiff, CF11 7LJ, GB
Join us for a two-hour in-person workshop to develop shared survey questions for volunteers in Cardiff, for use by the CVCN!

Following a two-hour workshop with Sarah Sparke on capturing good data from volunteers, C3SC is eager to work with members of the Cardiff Volunteer Coordinators’ Network (CVCN) to put this learning into action!
Join us for a two-hour in-person workshop to co-produce a series of survey questions for use by members of the CVCN. By developing shared questions, we will be able to compare data across time, organisations, and identify areas where we can continue to improve the volunteering experience in Cardiff.
Participants will leave the session with shared survey questions which have been co-produced with other members of the network, facilitated by C3SC and Sarah Sparke.
Teas and coffees provided.
Date: Thursday 5 December
Time: 13:00 – 15:00
Location: Grange Pavilion, Grange Gardens, Cardiff, CF11 7LJ – Yellow Room
For any further enquiry contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or volunteer@c3sc.org.uk

Writing Successful Funding Bids
2024-12-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
This training event, free to C3SC Members, aims to support Third Sector organisations in Cardiff to write better funding bids.
Date and time: Wed, 11 Dec 2024 10:00 – 12:00 GMT
Location: Online
This training event, free to C3SC Members, aims to support Third Sector organisations in Cardiff to write 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
Other fundraising options

The event will be taking place on Teams and the link will be sent through 24 hours prior to the event.
For any further enquiries contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

Writing Successful Funding Bids
2024-12-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Online Event
This training event, free to C3SC Members, aims to support Third Sector organisations in Cardiff to write better funding bids.

This training event, free to C3SC Members, aims to support Third Sector organisations in Cardiff to write 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
Other fundraising options

The event will be taking place on Teams and the link will be sent through 24 hours prior to the event.

For any further enquiries contact C3SC on 02920 485722 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

C3SC's Connected Communities Network
2024-12-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Online Event
Join us at C3SC’s Connected Communities Network for a virtual gathering of like-minded individuals looking to connect, collaborate, and crea

C3SC’s Connected Communities Network : Wednesday 11th December at 10:30 am on MS Teams
Cardiff Third Sector Council is excited to relaunch its Cardiff Connected Communities Network (formerly Safer and More Cohesive Network).
Please join us online to plan how we can work together to address what matters to our communities, current challenges, and influence decision makers.
You will have opportunities for discussion with our guest speakers – including representatives from Cardiff Council’s Cohesion Team, Race Alliance Wales and the Police and Crime Commissioners (PCC) office – alongside the chance to connect with, share with and learn from other people working in our communities.
You are welcome to share your ideas for the meeting agenda. Please email claire.c@c3sc.org.uk with your suggestions of anything you would like to discuss or explore at these meetings.

Recruiting, Selecting and Inducting Volunteers
2024-12-12 10:00 - 12:30 | Butetown Community Centre, 40 Loudoun Square, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, Cardiff, CF10 5UZ, GB
This training will help you understand a range of methods to attract a diversity of volunteers and recognise selection as a two-way process.

The training will help you improve your knowledge on welcoming volunteers to your organisation. 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​
Making ‘the’ volunteer feel ‘welcomed’
Understand the purpose and nature of volunteer agreements and volunteer induction​
Recognise ways in which volunteering can be made more accessible to all

Date: Thursday 12th December 2024
Time: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
The training will be a hybrid event. In-person attendees will participate at Butetown Community Centre. Online participants will join the training via Microsoft Teams.
W e will send the joining link through 24 hours before the course – please check your ‘Spam’ inbox if you do not see it.
For further enquiries, contact C3SC on 07973 725 335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

C3SC Starting Well Network: December 2024
2024-12-17 14:30 - 16:30 | Online Event
C3SC’s Starting Well Network: meeting 17th December

C3SC’s Starting Well Network: meeting 17th December
Cardiff Third Sector Council will reconvene their Starting Well Network meeting on Tuesday 17th December, with a two hour online session between 2.30-4.30pm.
The session will feature a presentation by a representative from Cardiff Council’s Early Help team. They will explain the work of the Early Help programme, give a presentation on the Single Point of Access Pilot and explain how third sector organisations can engage with the programme.
Alongside opportunities for networking, connection, and learning from peers, the Forum gives an opportunity for Third Sector groups working with children, young people and families to meet up and receive up to date information from guest speakers and presenters, provide insight and influence, develop solutions to local challenges, and make alliances.
Network members are always welcome to share your ideas and co-produce the meetings agenda. Please email Thomas Crockett at thomas.c@c3sc.org.uk with your suggestions of current or emerging items to discuss or explore at these meetings.
For any further enquiries, please contact C3SC on 07973 725335 or enquiries@c3sc.org.uk.
We look forward to seeing you!

MMEW - Mid Point Review - Monitoring and Evaluation
2025-01-15 14:00 - 15:30 | Online Event
Let’s check in on our progress and assess how we’re doing with MMEW – Mid Point Review – Monitoring and Evaluation!

MMEW – Mid Point Review – Monitoring and Evaluation
We are organising a workshop to support the grant recipients in evaluating their SPF Move More Eat Well -funded activities and make reporting less difficult and stressful.
The workshop will focus on how to report the project’s outputs and outcomes and demonstrate the difference the funding has made to your organisation and community. We will look at how to complete the end-of-grant report and consider what a good report should include.
The workshop aims to strengthen and improve the third sector’s monitoring and evaluation practice and enable the organisations to demonstrate the impact of their work.
Attendance at the workshop is mandatory for MMEW 2024-25 grant recipients to ensure you meet the monitoring and evaluation requirements.

Cardiff Volunteer Coordinators' Network Meeting
2025-01-16 10:30 - 12:00 | Oasis Cardiff, 69b Splott Road, Cardiff, CF24 2BW, Cardiff, CF24 2BW, GB
C3SC is pleased to invite you to our hybrid Cardiff Volunteer Coordinators’ Network (CVCN) meeting on Thursday 16 January 2025

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: Thursday 16 January 2025
Time: 10:30AM – 12:00PM
Location: This will be a hybrid event from Oasis Cardiff, 69b Splott Rd, Cardiff CF24 2BW and on 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 hours before the event for virtual attendees.
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For further enquiries, contact volunteer@c3sc.org.uk.
