Helping organisations, improving people's lives

PAVO is the County Voluntary Council for Powys, supporting the third sector across the county.

We’re committed to providing vital services to empower third sector organisations and improve people's lives.

We do this by acting as a CATALYST for voluntary action, a legitimate VOICE for Powys’ communities and third sector, and a HUB of essential information.

News

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PAVO Stakeholder Survey

At PAVO we aim to continually improve the ways in which we provide services to the third sector in Powys. We would be very grateful if you would once again...

18/12/2025

Christmas opening hours

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at PAVO. We will be closing at 5pm on 24th December and reopening at 9am on 5th January. Thank...

18/12/2025

Remembering The Honourable Dame Shân Legge-Bourke (DCVO)

We are deeply saddened by the passing of The Honourable Dame Shân Legge-Bourke (DCVO). Dame Shân served as our President until 2021 and was a tireless champion of the voluntary...

18/12/2025

Vulnerable groups in Powys risk being left without adequate support in future emergencies

Vulnerable groups in Powys could be left without essential support in a future emergency such as another pandemic, the Senedd Public Accounts and Public Administration Committee has been warned. Speaking...

12/12/2025

Training and Events

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Third Sector Support Wales

Third Sector Support Wales (TSSW) is a network of 19 local and regional County Voluntary Councils, along with the Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA), the national support body. Together we work across Wales to support the voluntary sector.

Explore TSSW’s digital platforms to connect with volunteers and organisations seeking volunteers, enhance your knowledge with courses and resources, find funding opportunities, and discover third sector community and voluntary services.