Our annual Volunteers Week celebration is back! Please click HERE to learn more
VOLFEST 2023
Community
PRE-LOVED PROM
Chelmsford CVS is seeking donations of clean and undamaged prom dresses, suits, shoes & accessories. All donations will help to stock our pop-up boutique in The Meadows Chelmsford where any young person in need, or passionate about sustainable fashion, can come & browse for their perfect outfit. The fashion industry is a global leader in … Read More
Transport offer for Essex residents unable to get to Covid-19 booster appointments
People living in Essex, who have no means of transport, can now get help to attend pre-booked appointments. People who are struggling to attend their booster jab appointment because of transport issues can now get help from Essex County Council. The Essex Wellbeing Service is now able to organise transport for Essex residents who are … Read More
Keep it 100 Essex: Providing Information & Support to Under 25s
Your support is vital in order to maintain the Keep it 100 Essex website and to continue providing support and valuable information to those under 25’s that so desperately are in need….. before it’s too late. The Only Sharp Weapon Anyone needs – is a Sharp Mind!The Keep It 100 motive is simple – they … Read More
Campaign celebrating community spirit launched in Chelmsford
The huge upswell of community action in response to Coronavirus is being celebrated in a new campaign celebrating the Spirit of Chelmsford. Chelmsford CVS – the leading voluntary support organisation for the city and its surrounding areas – has launched the Spirit of Chelmsford, honouring the help given to our communities during the pandemic. The … Read More
Protect Yourself From Cold Calling
Robocallers are likely to have increased during lockdown, as
they do not rely on human call centres. Find out how you can stop unwanted callers!
All children need love and a child with disabilities is no different
You can enhance a child’s life from as little as a weekend a month alongside a full-time job to providing full-time foster care. Essex County Council best match children to your family, offer bespoke local training and 24/7 professional support. Nicola and Tony Hascomb say fostering a child with disabilities is the best thing they … Read More
Help shape the future of local democracy in Chelmsford
A review is underway of the most local level of decision-making in Chelmsford. 62% of the population across Chelmsford have a parish or town council, as well as Chelmsford City Council and Essex County Council. The other 38% do not have that very local voice. Chelmsford City Council wants to hear your views, as part … Read More
Coronavirus Volunteers – Thank Yous!
The Mayor of Chelmsford, Cllr Jude Deakin, surprised some local people in August with a doorstep visit to offer a personal thank you for volunteering for Chelmsford Community Resilience Hub. Hub volunteers were presented with letters from the Mayor and Lord Lieutenant, together with a card and specially designed Community Volunteer (CV) pin from Chelmsford … Read More
COVID-19: Support for Community Sports Groups & Organisations
If you are a community sports club or organisation and require additional support during this unprecedented time, Active Essex has created a page on their website full of guidance and support for you. The page is being regularly updated and will have the most up to date information. You can find out about funding opportunities, … Read More