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Voluntary Action Swindon is the local development organisation (CVS) in Swindon. VAS is a charity that supports the development of a vibrant, effective and influential voluntary and community sector locally. VAS also provides a wide range of services including funding advice, training, room hire, printing facilities and FREE computer training (UK Online Centre).
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Funding Surgery - May 2013
The April addition of the Southwest region funding and news bulletin has been published with a wide range of different funding streams available. Funding for everything from ‘Health and Social Welfare’ to ‘Economy’ is covered.
Regional Funding Bulletin - April 2013
VAS Id - weekly News Roundup
VAS id is a weekly quick view selection of news, activities, events and information which goes out to nearly 1000 readers in Swindon. Recipients are made up of voluntary groups and charities, local and regional partners, public bodies and the local authority.
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The Story of Community Action in Swindon 1843 - 2013
Voluntary Action Swindon has celebrated its 80th year in December 2012. Pictured is the mural painted by Ken White to celebrate its 50th year.
Can you help with information, photos or time to help us put together a history reflecting the Voluntary & Community Sector in Swindon.
Coffee Mornings - Coffee mornings will be held in May and June 2013, contact us for more information.
Contact: Shaz at Voluntary Action Swindon on 01793 538398 or e-mail: info@vas-swindon.org
Voluntary Action Swindon’s Complaints Procedure - down load our document: click here
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The VAS Directory
We have created a comprehensive source of contact information for Voluntary and Community Sector groups in Swindon. Sign up your group today. Registration and access to the directory is completely free.
Training Courses - In 2013
Voluntary Action Swindon will be holding training courses on: Food Safety, Emergency First Aid at work, Health and Safety at work, Safe Moving and Handling Read More >
To book your place, please call VAS on 01793 538398 or email info@vas-swindon.org
Legal Advice for Charities and Community Groups - 27th June 2013
Avon and Bristol Law Centre - Provides free, independent advice for charities and community groups in Bristol and South-west. They can provide an advice service for charity trustees and management committee members.
For further information visit their website: www.ablc.org.uk
A free legal advice clinic will be held at Voluntary Action Swindon on Thursday 27th June 2013. The sessions will last 1 hour. For more information or to book your place please contact VAS on 01793 538398 or e-mail: info@vas-swindon.org