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 voluntary organisations were awarded a grant to deliver a range of activities. Some of these funded activities include weekly multi-sports sessions and group challenges for young people new to the borough, a men’s group growing food project, guided walks in green and heritage settings, immigration advice, a women’s creative group and much more.
If you are a voluntary sector organisation supporting newcomers to Dudley borough and are interested in applying for Round two visit: Dudley Borough Voluntary Sector New Beginnings Funding Programme 2026 – Dudley CVS
Closing date is: 12 noon, Friday 18th September.

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