Step Into Something Meaningful at VolFEST 2026 Thursday 4 June 2026 | 9.30am–4pm | Chelmsford High Street Chelmsford, Essex – Chelmsford CVS is delighted to announce the return of VolFEST 2026, the city’s much-loved celebration of community, volunteering and local charities, taking place on Thursday 4 June in the heart of Chelmsford High Street. Now firmly established as a highlight of National … Read More
Our annual Volunteers Week celebration is back! Please click HERE to learn more
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
Help for Turkey and Syria earthquake victims We have been contacted by many people wishing to help, and we have taken advice from charities that already work in the areas effected. All are currently seeking donations of funds. The British Red Cross, and other members of the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) are on the ground right now aiding rescue … Read More
Speak to experts from the RHS, share seeds and tips with others, and pick up some free seeds for growing season! Come along to the new “Community Corner” in Chelmsford Market between 10am and 2pm on Wednesday 15 March Hot food and drinks provided by City of Chelmsford Mencap. Everyone is welcome. Community Corner is based … Read More
Interested in Volunteering in a Community Garden? – Saturday 19th November The RHS are organising a drop-in open day at RHS Hyde Hall for anyone interested in community garden projects. This will be on Saturday 19th November, 10.30am to 3pm. There will be different groups and organisations hosting information stalls, autumnal garden activities, and lots of … Read More
Are your volunteers Insured? Are you covered if one of your group members injures another group member? Running a charity or small community group can be a risky business! Even the smallest of organised activity needs to be properly assessed and covered by appropriate procedures, policies and insurance. The session from industry experts will include … Read More
Be part of something special in aid of Farleigh Hospice. Are you ready to be a #FarleighStar? Sign up for Farleigh’s first ever Starlight Walk. Join hundreds of inspiring men and women, as they step into the night and light up the streets of Chelmsford. Join them for a 6km or 11km walk through the … Read More
InterAct’s new programme for January to March 2019 is here! They have lots in store for you in 2019. There are lots of exciting things going on during February half term including Mamma Mia, the musical, Southend Adventure Island and London Zoo! You can view the programme for January to March by clicking here. The bookings … Read More
Charity update on Tuesday 13 November All charities, large and small, are exposed to risk. Trustees are ultimately responsible for managing these risks and for deciding how much risk their charity should take. Never forget that with risk comes reward! Risk management is about getting the right balance between innovation and change on one hand … Read More
