As the Coronavirus pandemic continues to evolve, the SCVS Team are still here to support organisations, the wonderful people of Swansea who want to help, and individuals who are struggling at this very difficult time for us all. Read more
High quality, third sector specific training. Read more
As well as running the Swansea Volunteer Centre, SCVS also run some direct volunteering projects which were developed as a response to an unmet need in the County Read more
We provide a wide variety of support and development services to voluntary and community organisations based in Swansea Read more
Swansea Council for Voluntary Service is the umbrella organisation for voluntary activity throughout the City & County of Swansea, supporting, developing and representing voluntary organisations, volunteers and communities in the County. We work to support and develop the Third Sector by providing a wide range of information, advice and support services and by representing the views of the sector to government and policy makers...
SCVS Volunteer Centre can support you to find the right volunteering opportunity. Book an advice and guidance appointment at our centre, receive telephone assistance to help you decide, or access information through the Volunteering Wales website - we can help.
Looking for support from a voluntary or community organisation? Feel that you don’t have a voice? Need some guidance around volunteering or training? We can help. Whilst much of our work involves supporting voluntary and community organisations in Swansea, we also run a variety of services which help individuals.
We work to support and develop the Third Sector by providing a wide range of information, advice and support services and by representing the views of the sector to government and policy makers.
Our courses help to develop skills, knowledge and confidence in voluntary organisations, community groups and volunteers.
Voluntary and community organisations are expected to deliver high quality projects and services. It is important that people who manage and deliver projects have the skills and confidence to meet this challenge. Read more
This course will cover a brief re-cap of key GDPR information. Read more
Community development is about helping people gain the skills and confidence to act together to improve their own community. Read more
The latest News for the Third Sector (Voluntary and Community organisations) in Swansea.
Swansea Council are making funding available to Tackle Food Poverty and address Food Insecurity in Swansea. Read more
In 2010, Swansea became the UK’s second City of Sanctuary – committing to build a culture of hospitality and welcome, especially for refugees fleeing war and persecution. We mark 10 years of our Sanctuary status with a special call out for volunteers to support the hard working local third sector organisations in this field. Read more
This round of grants aims to “Protect Our Communities” to sustain existing services and assets allowing them to continue surviving beyond the current covid crisis. Read more
Events, training, fayres, open days, taster sessions and more!
Join EYST and the BME Skills Project for their Conference - ‘ Innovation, Resilience and Sustainability: The state of the BAME Sector in Wales’ Read more
WCVA are holding a webinar to give voluntary organisations an update on the proposed COVID-19 vaccine campaign and how voluntary organisations can play a part in supporting this campaign. Read more
Catalyst Cymru, a WCVA project funded by National Lottery Heritage Fund, are delivering a webinar to raise awareness of the Code of Fundraising Practice and its relevance for Welsh voluntary heritage organisations. Read more
A basic introduction to the area of Adult Safeguarding. Read more
The SCVS Team would be delighted if you could join us at our first digital AGM! Read more
Looking for paid work or Trustee positions in the Third Sector in Swansea? Browse local vacancies here...
At Barod, friendly, trained workers operate across most of South and West Wales, providing support to individuals affected by alcohol and drugs, and their friends and family. The support and information they provide is free, confidential and non-judgmental. Read more
Adult Learning Wales are a democratic, independent and voluntary movement, committed to widening participation, promoting active citizenship and skills development and providing the best quality learning, through a collaborative approach, working across the whole of Wales. Read more
Shelter Cymru is the people and homes charity in Wales and works for the prevention of homelessness, the improvement of housing conditions, and the right of everyone to a safe, suitable and affordable home. Read more
The Centre for African Entrepreneurship is a South-Wales based organisation that aims to inspire, support and promote BAME employment and entrepreneurship. Read more
Goleudy, a South Wales based Housing Charity, whose key purpose is to prevent homelessness and provide housing and support for vulnerable people across the region, are currently recruiting for new trustees. Read more
Goleudy is a housing charity based in South Wales, they prevent homelessness, provide housing and create opportunities. Read more