by Wolverhampton Voluntary & Community Action | Sep 11, 2026 | Messages from the CEO, WVCA News
Despite the continuing pressures facing the VCSEF sector, demand for community action and support remains strong. WVCA has seen growing interest from people looking to set up groups, access funding and seek advice, even as organisations face rising costs, falling donations, increased competition for grants and challenges around governance, recruitment and capacity.
There are also opportunities ahead. The Government’s move towards more preventative, community-based healthcare – including the new Neighbourhood Health Framework – could create an increasingly important role for voluntary and community organisations in supporting people closer to home, reducing health inequalities and strengthening communities.
Sharon also highlights some important dates for the diary, including WVCA’s celebration of 20 years of SUIT and 10 years of Social Prescribing on Friday 20 November, alongside the next VCSEF Alliance Meeting on 13 October and Social Investment Webinar on 24 September.
by Wolverhampton Voluntary & Community Action | Sep 1, 2026 | Funding, WVCA News
Throughout September, we’ll be putting an extra focus on helping Wolverhampton’s voluntary and community organisations find funding, diversify their income and become more financially resilient.
by Wolverhampton Voluntary & Community Action | Sep 1, 2026 | WVCA News
On Friday 4th September, our office will be closed and staff will be working from home due to expected disruption on George Street and in the surrounding area, including local car parks.
by Wolverhampton Voluntary & Community Action | Aug 28, 2026 | Funding
The One Stop Community Partnership Programme provides funding and practical support to local community groups working to improve their neighbourhoods. It supports projects addressing issues such as food poverty, vulnerability and isolation, low-income families, local sport, environmental improvements and reducing waste.
by Wolverhampton Voluntary & Community Action | Aug 28, 2026 | Funding
The Green Allotments New Allotment Site Fund helps residents in England create new, community-managed allotment sites by funding the purchase of suitable land. Rather than awarding a cash grant, Green Allotments buys and retains ownership of the land, helping local residents establish an allotment society to manage it.
