Our annual Volunteers Week celebration is back! Please click HERE to learn more
VOLFEST 2023
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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
Community Response: Turkey & Syria
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
The Big Seed Swap in Chelmsford Market
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
RHS Volunteer Open Day – 19 November 2022
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
External Job Opportunity: Home-Start Essex
Home-Start Essex (HSE) is a leading family support organisation that provides high-quality family-led services for families with young children. By mobilising trained volunteers, we support families directly in the home and in group settings to overcome a range of issues such as isolation, domestic abuse, mental health, financial stress and school readiness. They are looking … 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
Trustees’ Week 2021
Trustees’ week is an annual event to showcase the great work Trustee’s across the country do. It is an opportunity to provide opportunities for everyone to get involved and make a difference. We want to say a huge THANK YOU to all Trustees for playing a vital role, volunteering your time and working together to … Read More
Emergency Collection for Afghan Refugees
DONATIONS PAUSED Following an appeal for donations of items and clothes for individuals arriving from Afghanistan, Essex County Council have now paused donations due to the overwhelming kindness of our residents. ECC kindly ask that you do not take donations to the centres listed online. We will update this page as soon as these donation … Read More
EXTENDED: Essex Short Breaks Inclusion Fund
Do you require funding to make community activities accessible for Children and Young People with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and their families? Do you require funding to purchase specialist equipment, training, consultancy or run a pilot project to enable children and young people with SEND aged 0 –25 years to have greater access … Read More