News, Funding, Training Opportunities etc for Barnet's VCFSE organisations
Welcome to the Barnet Together Community Organisation Support Newsletter from Inclusion Barnet (14 July 2022).
We have lots of brilliant funding opportunities this week: from community projects to grants helping with the cost of living crisis, we hope there is something relevant to you.
Why not block some time out to attend one of the exciting events listed in this week's newsletter? Volunteering Barnet is hosting a coffee morning for volunteer managers in the borough, while London Interfaith Run is making a comeback for 2022, which is sure to be a good time!
There are also some job vacancies for people looking to use their skills and experiences to support the community here in Barnet. If you, or anyone you know, seems suitable, don't hesitate to apply.
Voluntary and Community Sector Support Lead, Inclusion Barnet for Barnet Together, get in touch... ellen@inclusionbarnet.org.uk
For VCFSEs looking for focused support, funding, news and events for their work with Children, Young People and Families, contact Young Barnet Foundation.
Latest Funding News
Allan & Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust
Funding of up to £50,000 is available for charities supporting education, international understanding and world peace and development.
Grants will be awarded on a match funding basis only, and decisions are made on a monthly basis, so get your application in now!
Rolling Applications
Ashley Family Foundation grants
The Ashley Family Foundation regularly funds small charities and community organisations for a wide variety of projects.
Applications for grants of under £10,000 are favoured, and small funds are available for those looking for that little extra to be able to make a difference.
Rolling Applications
City Bridge Trust Connecting the Capital funding
City Bridge Trust is funding a variety of projects: from improving infrastructure to access audits of local community spaces, there are lots of opportunities.
With grants starting at £5,000 and going all the way up to £500,000, you have the flexibility to work on a project that's right for you.
Rolling Applications
The Fore Summer Funding Round 2022
To encourage organisations to strive for more, The Fore offers grants of up to £30,000 for work that aims to have a transformational impact on your place of work.
This could include growing your organisation significantly, or making your systems more efficient.
The Fore is keen to fund small organisations working with marginalised groups.
Registration opens Mon 25 July 10am
For individual support for people impacted by the cost of living crisis, we've collected a list of financial aid to help save costs.
Cost of Living Crisis Grants
Grants Online has created a list of grants to help charities and community groups with the cost of living crisis.
They address issues such as food poverty, debt and child poverty and the list is constantly evolving.
Their helpful page includes information on:
- Government Assistance
- Community Foundations
- Individual Grant Makers
Free funding for your organisation
Easyfundraising exists to help voluntary organisations, non-profits and CICs access funding opportunities.
Register your organisation as a good cause with easyfundraising to benefit from donations from leading retailers like M&S, trainline, Waitrose and John Lewis.
It's completely free to register and allows you to raise funds in the background while you focus on your day-to-day tasks.
There is also free 1-2-1 support from a fundraising coach when you sign up.
2023 GSK Impact Awards open for entries
Applications are officially open for next year's GSK Impact Awards.
Organisations can apply for funding for a range of projects, but GSK is particularly keen to see applications from disabled people, people from ethnic minority communities and the LGBTQ+ community.
Deadline: Thursday 1 September
News, Training, Opportunities and Events
VCFSE Community Space Audit
Barnet’s community spaces (offices, green spaces and venues) are valuable to enhance community cohesion, community safety and wellbeing, and to promote community action/activity. They are vital to us, as the VCFSE, so that we have the space to offer activities/services and safe spaces to support the community we serve. Clearly their use needs to be maximise for the benefit of our communities, to help us flourish as a Borough and fulfil our community potential.
Barnet Together are undertaking a VCFSE Community Space Audit to understand the opportunities and challenges we face as a sector regarding space. What space do we have? What space do we need? How do we plan for the future? so that we can meet the needs of our beneficiaries, the residents of Barnet.
With your help, we can take the helicopter view of the needs of the Borough and try to influence thinking, commitments or development decisions.
To this end the findings will be shared with our partners within the council, through the Barnet Together Alliance.
Please take the time to fill in the survey and help us to help us make the most of these essential resources!
VCFSE Community Space Audit Survey Link
Closing date: Wednesday 24 August
Kindest Regards
Young Barnet Foundation, Volunteering Barnet and Inclusion Barnet - proud partners of Barnet Together
Our Healthy Heart Peer Project
We're kickstarting our new Healthy Heart Peer Support Project to support people with high blood pressure, hypertension or cardiovascular disease.
Did you know that members of African, Caribbean or South Asian communities are more likely to suffer from high blood pressure?
That's why we're working with members of these communities in Barnet to help them...
- Understand the risks
- Monitor their blood pressure
- Learn how to manage their health
Cost of Living Frontline Workers event
Networking is not just for CEOs! If you, or someone you know, is a front-line worker in the borough of Barnet and you’d like to network with others in the field, join our Community Sector Event on Tuesday 2 August 2022 at 2pm to 3.30pm.
Our Touchpoint and Benefits staff are bringing workers together from right across the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise sector in Barnet to identify common issues, support one another and find creative solutions to help us better support the people we all serve in the community.
FREE Barnet Micro-business Growth Programme, ideal for Social Enterprises
Barnet Council and Middlesex University have partnered to provide a unique programme of short training courses, specifically designed to support the growth and development of Barnet-based micro-businesses (including social enterprises).
They're offering 10 short courses over the summer of 2022 - with each course designed to provide you with the tools, knowledge and confidence to grow and drive your micro-business forward.
The courses will be delivered at Middlesex University, both as in-person and online (blended) format.
Find out more and register your interest in the FREE Barnet-based micro-business growth programme
Volunteer Managers Coffee Morning
Volunteering Barnet is hosting a coffee morning for volunteers on Wednesday 3 August to allow you to get to know other charities working in Barnet.
Have a chat to find out how you can work together or support and learn from each other.
This will be a two-hour event, with tea, coffee and biscuits for all.
When: Wednesday 3 August
Where: Young Barnet Foundation, EN4 8S6
Jami Mental Health First Aid Course
Stonegrove Community Trust's partner Jami UK is offering a two day, fully accredited course on Mental Health First Aid.
This will allow you to recognise the signs of mental health challenges in your peers and beneficiaries, and support them to work through it.
The course runs 9:30am to 4:40pm on both days, 3rd & 4th August and is £50 per person.
To learn how you can become a mental health advocate to those around you, sign up today!
Take part in the London to Brighton Cycle Ride for Barnet Mencap
Are you looking to take on an exciting cycle challenge? Fancy raising money for children and adults at Barnet Mencap? On this iconic London to Brighton Cycle Ride which takes place on Sunday 11 September 2022, leave the buzz of the city behind and join fellow cyclists as you face the challenge of a 54-mile journey from the heart of London to the buzzing Brighton seafront!
It is £55 to take part. By signing up, Barnet Mencap ask that you commit to raising a minimum sponsorship of £150 per person. It is recommended that you have an average fitness level.
The deadline for signing up is fast approaching on Monday 1 August.
The London Interfaith Fun Run 2022
This annual event is making a comeback on Monday 29 August at StoneX Stadium Barnet.
Last year, 35 charities took part, so naturally this year, they're looking to get 50 organisations taking part!
You're invited to come along, host a stall and of course take part in the run! It will be a great chance to let locals know about the great work your charity is doing.
Registration fee: £75
Job Vacancies
Head of User Voice (peer role)
Would you like a role where you can work towards a fairer society for disabled people?
If you have an ability to engage with people as equals, an unerring instinct how a message will land, a collaborative and encouraging management style and would love the chance to campaign for a fair deal for disabled people, we want to hear from you.
This is a senior role in a thriving and innovative Deaf and Disabled People’s Organisation, and a real opportunity for a talented disabled person to make a difference.
Salary £43,000. Full Time role.
Deadline: Saturday 13 August
Read more about the Head of User Voice role at Inclusion Barnet
Burnt Oak Fund Project Coordinator
This exciting freelance opportunity is calling to everyone wants to use their project management experience to improve community services in Burnt Oak.
The seven month project will see activities and opportunities running in the Burn Oak Library to help drive footfall in the town centre and support local businesses.
Deadline: Friday 22 July
Cultural and Community Engagement Coordinator
Barnet Council is looking for an experienced, community-centred individual to help align different towns across the borough.
The main projects include public realm improvements, cultural activation and creative placemaking.
- Part-time: three days a week
- Salary: £35k - 40k (pro rata)
For more information, or to apply, get in touch with Ravinder from Barnet Council
Barnet Council Engagement Job Vacancies
Barnet Council is hiring for two positions to improve community engagement and co-production work in the Borough.
Both roles are fixed term for 2 years and open to flexible working arrangements.
Deadline: Wednesday 27 July
Health Ambassadors in Barnet
Groundwork London and Barnet Together are looking for local residents who want to contribute to our borough by becoming Health Ambassadors.
Their main aim will be to build trust in communities where Covid-19 vaccination rates are low, levelling out health inequalities in Barnet.
- Hours: flexible
- Salary: £25k (pro-rata)
Closing date: Friday 22 July
Young Barnet Foundation is currently seeking new staff who are excited to improve the lives of children and young people across Barnet by joining our expanding team.
Offering staff flexibility hours, hybrid working and personal development plans.
Senior Marketing & Communications Manager (12 month FTC*, 21 hrs per week)
Data & Impact Officer (24 month FTC*, 21 or 28 hrs per week)
Community, Corporate & Events Fundraiser (24 month FTC*, 21 hrs per week)
Ukrainian Support Officer (Six month FTC*, 35 hrs per week)
* Extensions subject to funding
Closing Date for all roles: Friday 15 July, 5pm
More information & to apply for the roles at Young Barnet Foundation
Music Manager (freelance) Finchley Central Town Team
Do you love music? Are you based in and around Finchley N3?
Finchley Town Team have secured a pot of money to use to hire a Music Manager and deliver a regular busking and music events programme in Finchley Central N3, showcasing local musical talent.
This is a freelance, flexible part-time role.
Apply by Sunday 31 July
More from Barnet Together
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Sign up to Barnet’s voluntary sector Manifesto
Barnet Together is calling for community, voluntary, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) groups as well as statutory organisations and businesses operating in the borough of Barnet, to sign up to the Barnet Voluntary Sector Manifesto.
The aim of the Manifesto is to create better understanding and deeper cross-sector collaboration between organisations working within Barnet.
If you are a representative of a group, service provider or business based in or serving Barnet, then you can sign up to the Barnet Voluntary Manifesto.
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