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
Free training: Property law for the VCSE sector
York CVS is hosting a free training session to help Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations better understand property law and the legal considerations involved in owning, leasing, or using property. Property law for the VCSE sector will take...
York Business Festival 2026: two days of free events, workshops and networking
York Business Festival returns this October with two days of free events bringing together businesses, industry leaders, academics and professionals from across York and beyond. Taking place on Wednesday 14 and Thursday 15 October 2026 at York St John University, the...
New Healthwatch York report: the experiences of women with long-term health conditions in York
Healthwatch York has published a new report exploring the experiences of women living with long-term health conditions in York. A service based on kindness and respect - The health experiences of women with long-term conditions in York shares women’s experiences of...
Healthwatch York’s 2026 Annual Meeting
Healthwatch York Annual Meeting The Healthwatch York Annual Meeting took place on 22 September. We were overwhelmed by the amount of people who came along to hear about our work over the last year. We want to say a huge thank you to all our speakers. Rachael Maskell...
Connect. Collaborate. Influence. Join a York VCSE Network today!
Join a York VCSE Network... At York CVS, we play an important role in connecting Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations. Through our networks, we create opportunities to discuss key issues, learn from one another, develop new skills, build...
VCSE Funding: Community First Prime Opportunities Fund
The Community First Prime Opportunities Fund, managed by Two Ridings Community Foundation, supports projects helping disadvantaged young people aged 11 to 19 overcome barriers and reach their full potential. Priority is given to projects supporting young people from...
