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
Disability and neurodiversity inclusion: Small changes can make a big difference
Creating more inclusive workplaces and services doesn't always require big changes. Sometimes, small adjustments can make a significant difference to how people access and participate in activities, services and opportunities. In a guest article for Charity Digital,...
VCSE Funding: LGBT Veterans Financial Recognition Scheme
The Ministry of Defence’s LGBT Veterans Financial Recognition Scheme provides financial recognition to LGBT+ veterans who were affected by the historic ban on LGBT+ personnel serving in the UK Armed Forces between 1967 and 2000. Eligible veterans may receive financial...
York VCSE Neighbourhoods Network – helping shape the future of our communities
York CVS is inviting voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations across York to join the York VCSE Neighbourhoods Network, bringing organisations together to help shape and develop the city's new neighbourhood model. As work continues to develop a...
York VCSE Homelessness Support Network – Bringing organisations together to support people in York
York CVS is bringing together voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations through the York VCSE Homelessness Support Network, creating opportunities to connect, collaborate and strengthen support for people experiencing homelessness or at risk of...
World Mental Health Day 2026 – Looking after your Mental Health using the Five Ways to Wellbeing
Looking after your Mental Health using the Five Ways to Wellbeing Today is World Mental Health Day - an opportunity to reflect on why good mental health matters, consider how we can nurture it in our everyday lives and communities, and create space for open...
Free Adobe Express licences for eligible charities
Eligible charities can access up to 50 free Adobe Express licences, helping them create professional-looking content and communicate their impact. Adobe Express is an easy-to-use design platform for creating social media posts, graphics, videos, flyers and more. Its...
