Here at York Centre for Voluntary Service (known as York CVS) we’re passionate about supporting and championing York’s Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) Sector.
As an independent charity, we provide practical support and guidance to enable charitable organisations in York to thrive.
We bring local groups and organisations together to tackle local issues in order to make positive change, challenge local issues and grow new ideas to support our city’s people and communities.
News and Information
Discover what’s happening at York’s community mental health hubs
The York Community Mental Health Hub has launched its first newsletter, bringing together updates, stories and ways to get involved. Inside the June 2025 edition, you’ll find: News from the team at 30 Clarence Street Personal experiences from people using the hub...
Bringing credit union services into York’s communities
City of York Council is partnering with Community First Community Bank (CFCB) to increase awareness and access to credit union services in York. From 10 June 2025 to 26 August 2025, CFCB will provide weekly face-to-face drop-in sessions at two community hubs: Clements...
NHS Humber and North Yorkshire ICB Chief Executive, Stephen Eames, to retire after over 50 years’ service
Stephen Eames, the Chief Executive of NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) has announced his intention to retire at the end of June after over 50 years' service in the NHS. Stephen said: "I've been honoured and privileged to have spent my entire...
Welcoming our new Chair of York CVS, Lee Probert
Welcoming our new Chair of York CVS, Lee Probert A few months into the role of Chair of our Board of Trustees, we caught-up with Lee Probert, to find out a little more about what led him to becoming a trustee and taking on the role of Chair at our fantastic...
RESOURCES: Here’s how your organisation can be a part of Small Charity Week
Small Charity Week is led by NCVO and exists to celebrate and support the UK’s small charities. The 2025 campaign, running from 23 – 28 June, shines a spotlight on financial resilience, recognising the incredible efforts of small charities to keep delivering, even as...
Combined Authority announces £1.35 million to help create healthy and accessible spaces
York and North Yorkshire Combined authority have announced £1.35 million to help create healthy and accessible spaces. The 2025-26 Community Building Programme, will be delivered in partnership with North Yorkshire Council, City of York Council and funded through the...
