Third Sector News

After another long period of ups and downs and twists and turns in the voluntary sector, the Third Sector Trends in Wales survey is back to see how social, political...

The annual Social Business Wales Awards celebrate the outstanding work of social enterprises and entrepreneurs across Wales. These awards shine a spotlight on the individuals and organisations driving positive change...

The Welsh Government and WCVA are working together to co-create a new, forward-looking approach to volunteering in Wales — and they want your input. At the heart of this work...

Gofod3 is Wales’ dedicated space for the voluntary sector to demonstrate its value. This year’s event offers a packed programme of speakers, masterclasses, panel debates, and workshops – a fantastic...

The Welsh Government has released an updated Code of Practice for Funding the Third Sector, designed to guide fair, consistent, and high-quality funding for voluntary organisations. It applies to Welsh...

The Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA) has reported today that the ongoing cost of living crisis is continuing to impact the voluntary sector — with rising demand for services...

Mid & North Powys Mind is excited to announce that they are moving to our new base in Llandrindod Wells.  

The Charity Commission has warned charities about fraudulent letters impersonating official correspondence. These messages request actions like removing trustees, releasing funds, or providing personal documents. They may falsely claim to...

Statement on recent social media attacks on Welsh Refugee Council Published : 13/01/25 | Categories: News | WCVA issues a statement in response to the unfair and unfounded social media attacks directed...

Ahead of the Committee Stage of the National Insurance (NI) Contributions Bill today (17th December), Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA) has issued a briefing to Welsh MPs. The briefing...

Natalie Zhivkova, WCVA’s Policy & Insights Manager discusses the challenges facing voluntary organisations that Welsh Government’s draft budget fails to address. Welsh Government just published its 2025/26 draft ‘Budget for a...

Civil Society reports this week that Chancellor Rachel Reeves has rejected calls to shield charities from an estimated £1.4bn annual increase in employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs).  The rise, introduced...