July 2010
Welcome to our monthly bulletin of news, events and updates.
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Farewell to Alyson Coombes, City RSVP Coordinator
On 1 July 2010, the City said "good bye" to Alyson Coombes, City RSVP Coordinator.
The City LINk Steering Group needs you!
This is your chance to make a difference to health and social care services in the City of London. Nominate yourself by Monday 12 July.
Newly launched - the SWAP Campaign Network
Working together to reduce the women’s prison population and improve the treatment of women in the criminal justice system.
Cycle hire scheme to begin in the City
Cycle hire stations in 28 City locations ("docking stations") will be open from 30 July 2010.
The 2012 Olympics and Youth Volunteering
The London Youth-led Sector Policy Forum acts as a one-stop-shop for information for young people and those who work with young people on how to engage with the Olympics.
Register your organisation to donate or receive surplus goods
Giving World Online is a not for profit, free and simple scheme, offering organisations the chance to pass on surplus goods to people in need. Free registration for businesses and charities.
Looking at your charity's income? In need of a peer-group chat?
NCVO's online tool can help you think through different income streams and the impact they could have on your orgnisation.
Staff vacancy at the City and Hackney Carers' Centre
Part Time Carers’ Activities Organiser (2 days per week, flexible hours needed). Closing date: Monday 19 July 2010.
Volunteer housekeeper wanted
Do you have an hour or two a week spare to help St Ethelburga's Centre for Peace and Reconciliation?
Volunteering Opportunities at BARTS
No previous experience of voluntary work is necessary - all you need is enthusiasm, patience, reliability and time!
Free service for City groups - Accounting for Community Enterprises
Free help to develop good financial management for your voluntary and community organisation.
Only 3 places left for 13-14 July course on social enterprise, "So you want to sell your services?" Book now.
FREE Financial 'health check' for your organisation. Find out more.
More information about ACE's courses and one-to-one support
Vetting and Barring - are you up to date?
Briefing session on 22 July 2010 in Westminster. Free for City groups.
Free training from the Muslim Youth Helpline on young Muslims and relationships.
A choice of two sessions on Friday 30 July 2010
Free training by AdviceUK
Referrals, basic advice skills and evaluation
Look at our list of City of London funders
Look at our list of London-wide funders
Look at our list of national funders
Apply now to the St Katharine and Shadwell Trust
Seeking applicants! Groups should have an average income of less than £30,000 a year over the last three years and have been active in the community for at least a year.
The Philips Liveable Cities Award
Encouraging individuals, community groups and businesses to develop practical, achievable ideas to improve the health and well-being of people living in cities.
Community Wildlife Funding from the Big Lottery
For projects that bring local people together to discover, enjoy or protect the wildlife in their local area. Deadline: 21 July 2010.
Register, free of charge, on Funding Central (www.fundingcentral.org.uk)
