RAISE e-Bulletin 1st May 2009
HEADLINES
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RAISE
VCS Health Event Reminder 3rd June Hove Town Hall
RAISE Chair Welcomes New Equality Bill
EQUALITIES
SEEFF Proposal Document
FUNDING
Gift Aid Time Cut Short
£1billion Job Fund Open For Bids
Children In Need
Crisis Changing Lives Programme To Reopen
Volant Charitable Trust
Rank Foundation Grant Programme
Virgin Media Shorts Competition
Government Announces New High Street Decline Fund
Independence At Home
LEARNING AND SKILLS
Funding Fair – 12th June
Transforming Disabled Children Services Through Partnership – 14th May
Sync South East Leadership Development Programme
POLICY AND CONSULTATION
Summary of Digital Inclusion Consultation Responses
Consultation On Giving Children And Young People The Right To Appeal
Community Investment Hazel Blears
Compact Refresh
Sustainable Communities Act
Partnership Board Open For Applications
SOCIAL ENTERPRISE
Funding For Young Social Enterprises
Fifteen Seeks Candidates For Social Enterprise Scheme
VOLUNTEERING
Record Fundraising Total For London Marathon
New Community Radio Station
ACEVO Take Over Impact Coalition
Frustration Over Delayed Funding For Volunteer Managers
The Big Sleep Out – 15th May
Fundraising Inside Stores
Donations From The Wealthy Up By 8%
SECTOR JOBS
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RAISE
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VCS Health Event Reminder 3rd June Hove Town Hall
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There are still places remaining for our Voluntary/Community Sector (VCS) Health Event. This event aims to strengthen connections between the Health Sector and the VCS. The event provides a unique opportunity to meet and put your questions to key decision makers, whilst learning about the latest developments. This free event will span a full day with lunch and refreshments provided.
To book a place on the event please click here
If you would like the chance to exhibit at the event, stands are still available with space being allocated on a first come first serve basis. To book a stand at this event or for further information regarding this event please contact abigail@raise-networks.org.uk or call 01483 885271.
RAISE Chair Welcomes New Equality Bill
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Caroline Shaw, Chair of RAISE welcomed the publication of the Equality Bill on 27th April, commenting that the Bill ‘will further underpin and strengthen the tremendous efforts being made by RAISE members and the Voluntary/Community Sector in the region as a whole, towards the provision of a more equitable and inclusive community and society’.
For the full response please click here
EQUALITIES
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SEEFF Proposal Document
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After holding a number of consultation events in the region, the South East England Faiths Forum (SEEFF) have now produced a proposal document for their organisation, including the governance structure and an associated business plan. SEEFF is now looking to elect a Regional Board from its membership base.
To view the proposal document please click here
If you are a member of SEEFF and would like to find out more information about joining their Regional Board or would like to comment on the proposal document, please email David.Tonkinson@cofeguildford.org.uk
If you would like to become a member of SEEFF please click here
FUNDING
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Gift Aid Time Cut Short
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HM Revenue and Customs has confirmed that the time allowed for charities to reclaim Gift Aid on donations will fall by 2 years from April 2010. Charities will now have four years to reclaims Gift Aid.
Barry Gower managing director of gain, a gift aid recovery consultancy warned that ‘this is a wake-up call for charities. They need to check they have claimed all the gift aid they are entitled to.’
For the full article please click here
£1billion Job Fund Open For Bids
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Ministers are inviting Voluntary/Community Organisations (VCOs) and public agencies across Britain to bid for funding to create 150,000 new jobs. The £1billion future jobs fund will provide money to pay people for six month posts. It will be targeted at those aged 18-24 but there will also be funding for older people from disadvantaged groups and areas worst hit by unemployment. The fund, announced in the Budget, will mean that by January every person aged 18-24 who has been out of work for a year will be guaranteed a new job, training or paid work experience place.
For the full article please click here
Children In Need
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Organisations working with disadvantaged young people aged 18 or under are able to apply for funding through the BBC’s Children in Need Programme. Funding is available to organisations (including schools) that work with young people who are disabled, suffering from distress or abuse, have psychological difficulties or are living in poverty or situations of deprivation. There is no minimum or maximum amount when applying for funds from Children in Need. The next application deadline is 15th July 2009.
For more information please click here
Crisis Changing Lives Programme To Reopen
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Crisis, the national Homeless Charity has announced that the Changing Lives Programme will re-open for application on the 25th May 2009. The Crisis Changing Lives programme awards funding for up to £2,500 to solitary people who are homeless or settling into a home and looking for support so that they may achieve their vocational goals. The Awards can be used for course fees, equipment and materials to set up a business or get back to work. Applications can not be made by the homeless person, but rather by the support organisation providing ongoing help. The closing date for applications is the 3rd July 2009.
For more information please click here
Volant Charitable Trust
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The Trust, set up by author J K Rowling supports registered charities whose purpose is to alleviate poverty and social deprivation with particular emphasis on children’s and women’s issues. In addition the Trustees will as and when appropriate, support disaster appeals. The Trust will support both capital and revenue funding. The closing date for applications is the 28th August 2009.
For more information please click here
Rank Foundation Grant Programme
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The Rank Foundation is seeking applications through the Rank Foundation grant programme to support capital projects in adult member hospices in the UK, which have a direct impact on older patients. This year the Rank Foundation looking for pplications that support Hospice at Home services, such as laptops, a vehicle and pilot projects that aim to support Hospice at Home services. Grants can be awarded to stand alone Hospice at Home services or to hospices that offer a broad range of services including Hospice at Home. Total available funding in this round is £116,000 and the Rank Foundation are looking to make grants of between £10,000 and £20,000 each. The deadline for applications is the 11th June 2009.
For more information please click here
Virgin Media Shorts Competition
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The Virgin Media Shorts Competition 2009 is now open for submissions. The top 12 short films will be shown on 214 cinema screens across the UK. Out of the 12 films one will be selected to win a £15,000 prize. The deadline for short film submissions is the 22nd June 2009.
For more information please click here
Government Announces New High Street Decline Fund
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To prevent the decline of the high street during the economic recession, the Government has announced plans to set up a £3 million fund to help communities find creative ways to reduce the negative impact of empty shops. Empty shops will be converted for use as cultural, community or learning centres. This funding would include the costs of decorating; publicity posters and other activities that can help town centres attract and retain visitors.
For more information please click here
Independence At Home
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Independence at Home is a national charity that helps to improve independence, comfort, safety, dignity and quality of life for people with long-term illness and disability by helping towards the cost of adaptations, equipment or other things that are not available from public funds. Applications can be submitted at any time.
For more information please click here
LEARNING AND SKILLS
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Funding Fair – 12th June
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South Downs Council for Voluntary Services are holding a free event for Voluntary/Community Organisations (VCOs). The funding fair will involve speakers and workshops offering advice and guidance on financial concerns. The event will span a full day and will take place in Lewes Town Hall, East Sussex.
For more information and a copy of the booking form for this event please click here
Transforming Disabled Children Services Through Partnership – 14th May
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The event will take place on Thursday 14th May 2009 at The Academy Conference Centre, Holiday Inn Regent's Park, London. This conference will provide an opportunity for local practitioners and stakeholders to assess the progress made in transforming disabled children’s services and consider the barriers that still need to be overcome, particularly in light of the current economic climate. Attending the conference will cost approximately £295 per person or £265 if two people are booking, prices for businesses and the central government will be higher.
For more information on the conference please click here or email elizabeth.jones@publicpolicyexchange.co.uk
Sync South East Leadership Development Programme
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Sync South East is a new leadership development programme recruiting over April 2009. It is designed to support and develop deaf and disabled people and disability arts organisations. The programme is funded by Arts Council England, South East with funds from Accentuate. Two free leadership programmes are available, one for organisations (and projects) and one for individuals. Sync South East aims to spend the next two and a half years developing leadership skills, knowledge and experience in innovative, creative and accessible ways.
For more information on the work of Sync South East please click here
POLICY AND CONSULTATION
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Summary of Digital Inclusion Consultation Responses
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The Communities and Local Government have produced a digital inclusion document concerning the importance of including individuals within this increasingly technological age.
To view the latest report which is a summary of the consultation responses please click here
To view the RAISE response to the consultation please click here
Consultation On Giving Children And Young People The Right To Appeal
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This consultation seeks views on giving children and young people a right to appeal decisions regarding exclusions, special educational need statements, assessments and to make disability discrimination claims in England.
To view the consultation click here
Community Investment - Hazel Blears
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As part of the Government's empowerment agenda, Hazel Blears has announced a new advice line - 0845 345 4564 - and other Government support to make it easier for people to take control of community assets, from community centres to theatres. Already, there are estimated to be over £1billion worth of buildings under community control - with some agreements dating back to the 1970s.
For more information click here
Compact Refresh
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A new version of the National Compact will be published in November 2009. This follows a request from Kevin Brennan, Minister for the Third Sector, and Simon Blake, chair of Compact Voice to Sir Bert Massie, Commissioner for the Compact, asking him to lead the process to redraft the document. The Compact has not been revised since former Prime Minister Tony Blair established it in 1998 to outline how the Voluntary and public sectors should behave towards each other.
For more information on the work of the Compact please click here
Sustainable Communities Act
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The Act offers opportunities to obtain more details on the total public funding available in a local area and make proposals for using those funds in different ways. Progress through Partnership has produced a 6-page briefing sheet which can be used to help your Local Strategic partners to understand the opportunities the Act offers.
For view the briefing sheet please click here
Partnership Board Open For Applications
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The Communities and Local Government department is advertising for Voluntary/Community Sector experts to join its Third Sector Partnership Board.
For the full article please click here
SOCIAL ENTERPRISE
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Funding For Young Social Enterprises
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The Adventure Capital Fund (ACF) has announced that the next funding round of its Business Development Grant scheme will open on the 4th May 2009. The ACF offers a range of investments and support to develop stable and sustainable community based enterprises. The Adventure Capital Fund expects to make around 40 Business Development Grants a year. Eligible costs could include: technical assistance and advice, legal or other fees relating to building purchase or development, business planning, training, feasibility studies, market research or product development. The next closing date for applications will be the 29th May 2009.
For further information please click here
Fifteen Seeks Candidates For Social Enterprise Scheme
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Jamie Oliver’s social enterprise is looking for charities to nominate disadvantaged young people to take part in an apprenticeship scheme at its London Branch. Eligible young people must be aged between 18 and 24, living inside the M25 and not in employment, education or training when they apply.
For the full article please click here
VOLUNTEERING
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Record Fundraising Total For London Marathon
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According to donor website Justgiving, this year's Flora London Marathon raised a record £22.4million for charities. A spokesman for the organisation said the figure was 7% higher than the 2008 total, although there was a fall in the average donation from £32 to £29.50 an increase in the number of donors had compesated for this.
For the full article please click here
New Community Radio Station
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BBC Sussex is a new radio station which welcomes stories from the Voluntary/Community Sector. If you have any news or community events which need promoting then email sussexnews@bbc.co.uk or share your views and get in touch with the station by emailing sussex@bbc.co.uk
ACEVO Take Over Impact Coalition
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Association of Chief Executives of Voluntary Organisations (ACEVO) is to take over the running of the Impact Coalition. The Impact Coalition works to increase public trust in charities and was previously based at the Institute of Fundraising.
For the full article please click here
Frustration Over Delayed Funding For Volunteer Managers
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The Government has stated that details of this Volunteer Management scheme will be published at the end of this month, this is in response to growing frustration from the Volunteer/Community Sector as a result of the increasing demand for volunteers and therefore for volunteering managers.
For the full article please click here
The Big Sleep Out – 15th May
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A large number of people will be sleeping out in the Cathedral Close to raise funds for Winchester Churches Nightshelter and the Trinity Centre, which support homeless and vulnerable people.
To find out more about the Big Sleepout please click here
Fundraising Inside Stores
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W H Smith has trialled allowing British Red Cross charity fundraisers to operate in some of its stores.
For the full article please click here
Donations From The Wealthy Up By 8%
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The Sunday Times Giving List, part of the Sunday Times Rich List showed that the UK's top 100 philanthropists collectively gave £216million more in 2008 than in 2007 – an increase of 8 per cent.
For the full article please click here
SECTOR JOBS
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Volunteer Trustees Required For Diana Francis House
Diana Francis House in Caterham is a five bedroom supported housing scheme for those aged 18 to 45 years, who have a physical, sensory and/or mild learning disability. The scheme supports tenants to prepare for future independent living. Two Supported Housing Officers help the tenants learn about housekeeping, budgeting, managing their own care and generally living and sharing with other people. To learn more about the scheme please click here
Diana Francis House has a supportive Management Committee which meets every two months to discuss the running of the House and to offer advice, support and guidance on a variety of housing and support matters. Diana Francis House is actively seeking new Trustees and would be keen to meet with suitable applicants.
To apply for this role you will need relevant disability experience and to commit to one afternoon, primarily a Tuesday every few months. Trustess will need an enthusiasm for meeting the needs of young adults with disabilities, good independent judgement combined with the ability to think creatively and a willingness to speak your mind.
To find out more about becoming a trustee contact Sue Peterson or Maryam Bouregaa on 01883 337218 or email ihotdfh@yahoo.co.uk
People United - Project Managers
People United are a charity that uses the arts and creativity to promote social cohesion and kindness. To learn about People United’s work please click here
People United are looking for an enthusiastic project manager with good people skills to help build this innovative organisation.
The pro rata salary is £22,500 for 3 days a week on a part time basis.
For further information on the job role email info@peopleunited.org.uk or contact Tom Andrews on 01227 470973. The closing date for applications will be the 26th May.
Part Time Volunteer Placement Officer
Salary - £21693 pro rata
Rushmoor Voluntary Services are looking for a person to lead a new project helping people with or recovering from mental illness, to get involved in volunteering and community activities.
The project will work within the community through gardening, an allotment and a training programme for volunteers. The project manager will need a keen interest in gardening and environment and the capability to work with mental illness. The role is funded until March 2012 and the closing date for applications is the 26th May 2009. Your own transport is required for this job role.
For an application form please email your name and address to info@rvs.org.uk
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Becky Ashley
Communications Manager
RAISE
Bridge House
1 Walnut Tree Close
Guildford
Surrey
GU1 4UA
Phone 01483 885268
Fax 01483 301269
www.raise-networks.org.uk
RAISE is a registered Charity No 1080583 and a company limited by guarantee registered in England No 3932854.
RAISE exists to champion the Third Sector’s unique contribution to making South East England socially, economically and environmentally sustainable.
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