SCVS have gathered resources and information to provide support for voluntary organisations during the current Cost of Living crisis. Read more
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
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.
This course is now fully booked, but we are running another in July. Please see the course list to book your place. Read more
This course has been cancelled. We may look at rearranging it so keep an eye out. Read more
A short course aimed at those new to a role within the third sector, for volunteers, staff or trustees. It will provide an overview of how things work within the sector and different types of organisational structures; address good practice and the Nolan principles as a foundation for attendees to build upon. Read more
The latest News for the Third Sector (Voluntary and Community organisations) in Swansea.
Starting the Conversation on Vision, Objectives and Options for Growth - Swansea Local Development Plan 2023 – 2038 is the new plan that will provide a planning blueprint that replaces the existing Swansea Local Development Plan 2010-2025. Read more
Round 14 is now open for Micro Grants up to £2,000, and Main Grants up to £30,000 – in addition, Expressions of Interest for Strategic projects due to start in 2025 and worth up to £100,000 are also now open! Read more
Since 2022, the Civil Society Group and partners have been working to improve bank account services for charities and voluntary organisations across the UK. Read more
Events, training, fayres, open days, taster sessions and more!
Intergenerational creative workshops for the queer community (aged 16+) in Swansea. Monday evenings between 5:30pm-8:30pm. \ Gweithdai creadigol i bob oed (16+) i gymuned cwîar Abertawe. Nos Lun 5:30yh-8:30yh Read more
Llais are inviting people to join their national conversation around shaping future services. Read more
Swansea Volunteer Manager Forum is a members network of volunteer managers which regularly meets to develop and share best practice. Read more
The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) supports employers to make safer recruitment decisions by processing and issuing criminal record checks and by maintaining the Adults’ and Children’s Barred Lists. Read more
EYST Wales is offering ethnic minority focussed and race related training sessions in Swansea, Cardiff and online. Read more
This is a 2 day course, looking at how to give emergency care in remote locations. Delivered by Red Dragon Training in conjunction with Forest School Swansea Neath Port Talbot. Read more
Looking for paid work or Trustee positions in the Third Sector in Swansea? Browse local vacancies here...
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 their twice-weekly drop-ins, and offer practical support, educational and recreational opportunities. Read more
Neath Port Talbot Council for Voluntary Service was established in April 1997 as a Charitable Company to support, promote and develop the participation of voluntary organisations, community groups and individuals in the voluntary sector in Neath Port Talbot. Read more
Ethnic Minorities and Youth Support Team Wales (EYST) is an award-winning and unique, beneficiary-led charity supporting ethnic minority young people, individuals and communities across Wales. Read more
Last year, Action for Children helped more than 670,000 children and families across the UK. From direct work in communities to national campaigning, they are focused on making sure every child has a safe and happy childhood, and the foundations they need to thrive. Read more
Faith in Families want to give all children in Swansea a voice, give them a choice and give them a brighter future. They want to reach out to them with the opportunities to thrive. Read more
Shelter Cymru help thousands of people each year across Wales who are affected by the housing emergency by offering free, confidential and independent advice. Read more
BikeAbility Wales is a charity that provides cycling opportunities to people of all ages and abilities to give the opportunity to improve their physical health and psychological well-being through cycling. Read more
Each year Citizens Advice Swansea Neath Port Talbot help over 5,000 local people, and give advice on around 20,000 different issues. They offer a range of specialist advice and support services, such as debt, welfare benefits, budgeting, fuel advice, for people of all ages and conditions. Read more