The British Heart Foundation (BHF) is offering a limited number of free defibrillator packages to eligible community groups across the UK. The programme aims to improve access to life-saving equipment and increase the chances of survival following an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Applications are open to non-profit, community-focused organisations, including charities, sports groups, community centres, faith…
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Cycling UK, Cycle Access Fund
The Cycle Access Fund, delivered by Cycling UK, provides grants to help organisations improve access to bikes and cycling opportunities; tackle barriers to cycling; reduce inequalities; and support healthier, more sustainable travel. Funding is available through five strands: Individual Bike Ownership; Shared Use; Recycle; Repair; and Cycle Parking and Storage. This can include support for bike libraries, cycle loan…
CEA 10 Year Celebration Open Day
Committed to Ending Abuse (CEA) supports adults, children and young people in the Falkirk area who have been affected by domestic abuse and trauma through a range of specialist services including counselling, mentoring, support networks, workshops, and training for other organisations. They are inviting local people and partners to join them for a special Open…
Ready to RISE: Meet the Women Turning Ideas into Action
Ready to RISE is a free training programme for women and non-binary people who want to create positive change in their communities through social enterprise. It offers practical support, peer connections, and guidance to help turn good ideas into sustainable ventures. Applications are now open for the next two Ready to RISE cohorts, and Firstport…
Just Enterprise E-Learning: Tendering
Tendering can provide social enterprises, charities, and community organisations with valuable opportunities to secure sustainable income whilst delivering social impact. To help organisations build their knowledge and confidence, Just Enterprise offers a free online course focused on Understanding Tendering that can be completed at your own pace with the opportunity to complete all six modules…
Venturesome Impact Fund
The Charities Aid Foundation ‘Venturesome Impact Fund’ provides flexible repayable finance to help charities, social enterprises, and community groups grow their social impact, increase trading income and strengthen organisational resilience. The fund is open to applications on a rolling basis and offers unsecured loans from £50,000 to £1 million. Standard loans are available over three…
Falkirk Social Enterprise Breakfast Club: November Venue Confirmed
We can now confirm that our next Social Enterprise Breakfast Club, taking place on Thursday 19 November 2026, will be hosted by Pause and Breathe CIC at their premises, The Place to Pause and Breathe, 18 High Street, Bonnybridge, FK4 1DA.
Grangemouth Funding Clinic for Third Sector
Our team at CVS Falkirk & District is holding a Grangemouth Funding Clinic for local third sector and community groups on Thursday 1 October 2026, 10am – 4pm, at Grangemouth Stadium, Kersiebank Avenue, Grangemouth, FK3 0EE.
Avonbridge Public Meeting Results in New Community Group Formed
Our team were absolutely delighted at the number of local people we met at last week’s Avonbridge public meeting, and to hear so many positive discussions about ways to improve the village. Led by Avonbridge Action Group – now Avonbridge Community Group – and supported by CVS Falkirk & District development officers, the purpose of the meeting was to hear the thoughts and views of those living in Avonbridge regarding a community committee who could take forward the development of local activities and events. We are so pleased to say that the new Avonbridge Community Group now has a full committee, with all key positions filled, and we would like to extend our thanks to everyone who came forward to join the committee and volunteer their time and efforts to drive the group forward.
Volunteer Information Session with CVS Falkirk & District
Are you considering volunteering and want to find out more? Join us for our in-person volunteer information session to discover what volunteering entails, understand the benefits, and explore various local opportunities. The session will take place on Wednesday 23 September, 2pm – 3pm, at our CVS Falkirk & District office, located at Unit 7b, Callendar Business Park, Falkirk, FK1 1XR. Please note that spaces are limited and confirmation of attendance is required.
