Wolverhampton Volunteers Update – April 2024
March and April have been busy months at Wolverhampton Volunteers, with a focus on volunteer recruitment, policy updates, and activities galore with the Engage & Connect project.
Access Programme – Coventry & Warwickshire Reinvestment Trust
The newly launched Access Programme supports social enterprises and charities in the West Midlands addressing the pressing cost-of-living crisis.
Help still available to cope with cost of living
Households struggling with the on-going cost of living crisis can still seek help from the council, which has invested £15.2 million to date in helping families in need afford daily essentials.
The Dulverton Trust Fund
The Dulverton Trust Fund aims to aid charitable endeavours addressing local needs in West Midlands. Grants of up to £5,000 are accessible for organisations, with funds to be utilised within a year. Applicants must align with one of the following priorities: youth opportunities, general welfare, conservation, or heritage.
Community Environment Fund
The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) launched the Community Environment Fund in October 2023, backed by £1 million from the Government’s Commonwealth Games Legacy Enhancement Fund. This initiative aims to empower communities to enhance the environment and quality of life. Grants of up to £25,000 for small projects and up to £100,000 for larger initiatives are available. Projects can focus on themes such as protecting nature, promoting circular economy practices, adapting to climate change, improving access to green spaces, and raising awareness about environmental issues.