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April 8, 2026
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Published by Dudley CVS

Stourbridge Place Based Network – 15th May 2026

The next networking meeting will take place on Friday 15th May, 10:30am – 12:00pm at Wollaston Village Hall. These meetings provide an opportunity for stakeholders within the community to network and share information and updates with the aim of forming
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April 2, 2026
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Published by Richard Moss

Celebrating social prescribing day and a beautiful partnership

Integrated Plus funds local community interest organisations to facilitate groups and support to help improve the health and wellbeing of clients referred to the service via its Spring into Action social prescribing fund. The service primarily supports people who struggle
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March 30, 2026
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Published by Dudley CVS

Halesowen Place Based Network

The next networking meeting will take place on Monday 20th April 11am – 1pm at Brett Young Carers Hub. The meetings provide an opportunity for stakeholders within the community to network and share information and updates with the aim of forming stronger
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March 30, 2026
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Published by Dudley CVS

March’s funding news

  Welcome to March’s funding update. This update is split into two parts. Section A features funders with a local or regional focus. Section B features funders who work across England. In both sections, funders are listed in order of
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March 27, 2026
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Published by Dudley CVS

Help shape the future of SEND services in Dudley borough – 16th April 2026

As part of the SEND reform consultation, Dudley Council’s local SEND and Alternative Provision (AP) partnership is reviewing current practice using the Maturity Matrix Assessment. Dudley Council will hosting three consultation sessions at Cable Plaza, Brierley Hill on Thursday 16th
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March 26, 2026
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Published by Dudley CVS

Black Country Food Bank Impact Report 2025

Black Country Food Bank are pleased to announce that their Impact Report 2025 is ready – a reflection of a year shaped by compassion, resilience, and the power of community. From innovative community projects that brought hope into difficult moments,
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March 26, 2026
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Published by Dudley CVS

World Laughter Day 2026

Who doesn’t love to laugh….deep, loud ‘belly’ laughs. The sort that make your sides ache, the tears run from your eyes and you feel helpless but utterly joyful. The kind of laughter that leaves you helpless, big grin on you
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March 25, 2026
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Published by Dudley CVS

Powered by CAN is Hiring for the Black Country Network

Powered by CAN is recruiting for two roles as part of a new initiative supporting organisations and children & young people across the Black Country. This project strengthens collaboration between organisations, youth-led initiatives, and community partners to drive long-term, inclusive,
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March 24, 2026
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Published by Dudley CVS

New Projects Secured Investment for Supporting Refugees, Asylum Seekers and Migrants

In late 2025, Dudley CVS secured a further £175,000 investment for frontline voluntary sector organisations supporting newcomers to Dudley borough. Circa £85,000 was awarded in the first funding round of the New Beginnings Voluntary Sector fund. A total of 5
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March 24, 2026
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Published by Dudley CVS

Additional investment secured for the voluntary sector to support hospital discharge

Dudley CVS has now secured a total of £124,000 for frontline voluntary sector organisations over two years to support hospital discharge. Community Bridge is a two-year pilot aimed that will build voluntary sector support around patients being discharged from hospital
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