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.
A short evening session considering the roles of trustees in an organisation's financial management. Read more
Are you getting the most from your volunteers - and importantly, are they getting the most from you? Read more
"Helped me see what I have been doing right, but more importantly, how I can improve the applications I develop" - This online course will help you to adapt your bid-writing to produce competitive bids, effectively and efficiently. Read more
The latest News for the Third Sector (Voluntary and Community organisations) in Swansea.
As Swansea Bay University Health Board assess the applications from local third sector organisations to join the Third Sector Provider Framework, SCVS are looking at the additional support we will offer to those groups as the process progresses. Read more
West Glamorgan Partnership are inviting partners and organisations to submit an application for Carers funding from the new Regional Integration Fund (RIF). Read more
West Glamorgan Partnership are inviting partners and organisations to apply for funding from the new Regional Integration Fund (RIF) to support people with Learning Disabilities after Covid. Read more
Events, training, fayres, open days, taster sessions and more!
Julie James MS is hosting a Funding Fair at the Phoenix Centre, Townhill this May. Read more
The Community Led Sustainable Transport Solutions project aims to strengthen sustainable transport and active travel in Swansea. Read more
The Swansea Mental Health Forum is an umbrella group of voluntary mental health organisations working in the City and County of Swansea. Read more
Swansea Volunteering Forum, which takes place every 2 months, provides peer support and discusses issues and themes of mutual interest around Volunteer management. Read more
Looking for paid work or Trustee positions in the Third Sector in Swansea? Browse local vacancies here...
Swansea Council for Voluntary Service (SCVS) 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. Read more
Family Housing has changed its name to Caredig. This means ‘kind’ in Welsh, and is what they are all about. Caredig are a nonprofit registered social landlord (RSL) based in Swansea. They were established in 1975 to meet the housing needs of families, older and more vulnerable people. Read more
Swansea Asylum Seekers Support is a well-loved grass-roots charity. They are volunteer-led, run and managed by their members, who include asylum seekers, refugees and other local people. SASS give a warm welcome to people seeking sanctuary in Swansea through our twice-weekly drop-ins, and offer practical support, educational and recreational opportunities. Read more
Cruse help people through one of the most painful times in life – with bereavement support, information and campaigning. Read more
Family Housing has changed its name to Caredig. This means ‘kind’ in Welsh, and is what they are all about. They are a nonprofit registered social landlord (RSL) based in Swansea. Caredig were established in 1975 to meet the housing needs of families, older and more vulnerable people. Read more
Swansea Women’s Aid offers dynamic, innovative services to women and children experiencing domestic abuse. Read more
Working in the local authority area of Swansea since 1999, Faith in Families have over two decades of experience which has well established them within disadvantaged communities enabling them to meet their mission. Read more
Crisis is the national charity for homeless people. They know that homelessness is not inevitable. They know that together we can end it. Read more