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
Step into nature and history within York’s city walls this Yorkshire Day
On Saturday 1 August, local environmental charity St Nicks will join with a host of organisations for a unique event celebrating York's incredible history and wildlife. As part of the Festival of Archaeology and timed to celebrate Yorkshire Day, Step into Nature and...
Trailblazer returns to help more people towards employment
An innovative programme designed to overcome barriers to employment is back, having supported 1,945 people across York and North Yorkshire in its first year. The Get Britain Working Economic Inactivity Trailblazer will continue for a second year to help people with...
VCSE FUNDING: James Tudor Foundation – Physical Health Grants
What is the Physical Health Grants Fund? The James Tudor Foundation’s Physical Health Grants support UK charities working in physical health, with a focus on therapeutic interventions, health information and direct healthcare. The fund supports evidence-based services...
VCSE FUNDING: James Tudor Foundation – ACE Mental Health Projects Fund
What is the ACE Mental Health Projects Fund? The James Tudor Foundation’s ACE Mental Health Projects Fund supports UK charities delivering projects that help children and young people recover from Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). The fund also supports specialist...
York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority – Access to Banking Fund
The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has launched the Access to Banking Fund to support projects that improve access to physical banking and cash services across York and North Yorkshire. The fund aims to address the impact of bank branch closures by...
Could your building be home to a special anniversary mural?
York Münster Twinning Association (YMTA) is looking for a location for a permanent mural to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the York–Münster twinning partnership in 2027. Working with York BID and as part of York's growing Art Trail, the mural will commemorate seven...
