Our Voluntary Action team had a fantastic volunteering day last week at the beautiful Springbok Estate, home to Care Ashore – a residential home providing care and support for veteran seafarers. We were warmly welcomed by the wonderful staff and residents and spent the day giving the tea shack and outdoor furniture a fresh new look with a coat of paint. Although the weather was very hot, it was a day full of teamwork, fun, and plenty of laughter. It was incredibly rewarding t

To mark Alcohol Awareness Week, last week, two community outreach events were delivered in partnership with Surrey County Council and other local health and support services: • Guildford Farmers' Market • Crown Court, Godalming The events were delivered collaboratively with representatives from Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust iAccess Drug & Alcohol Team, and the Surrey County Council One You Surrey, Smoking Cessation Service. The Godalming event also inclu

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Our Alcohol Champions Project is hosting community outreach events in Guildford and Godalming during Alcohol Awareness Week, alongside partners from iAccess and the Royal Surrey Mobile Liver Health Check Unit.

As part of Alcohol Awareness Week 2026, Voluntary Action South West Surrey's Alcohol Health Champions Project is hosting community outreach events in Guildford and Godalming and promoting a new awareness video to encourage healthier conversations about alcohol and signpost people to local support.

Volunteers’ Week gave us another brilliant reason to get out into the community, this time at the welcoming Altitude Coffee Bar in Cranleigh. The atmosphere was buzzing from the moment we arrived — friendly faces, great conversations, and of course, excellent coffee. Several local residents dropped in to chat with us, alongside representatives from a range of local organisations who were keen to share insights into Cranleigh’s current needs. It was exactly the kind of open, i

Volunteers’ Week gave us the perfect opportunity to recognise the incredible people who give their time, energy and heart to our community. On Tuesday 2 June, we welcomed volunteers to our Millmead office in Guildford for a relaxed morning of conversation, connection and a little local history. The day began with coffee and cakes served by our Volunteer Connections team member Kate Jones, creating a friendly space for volunteers to meet, chat and share stories. It was a simpl

The Body Coach Foundation has officially opened its very first grant window — and it’s all about helping children and young people across the UK get moving, feel good, and thrive. The new Get Kids Moving Fund will award grants ranging from £1,000 to £10,000 to organisations that are improving young people’s physical activity levels and wellbeing through movement. From community sports clubs to youth charities and grassroots groups, the fund aims to support the incredible work

Sickness absence can hit charities hard. Small teams, stretched resources and specialist roles mean even one unexpected absence can disrupt services. A clear, compassionate approach helps you support staff while keeping your organisation running smoothly. What Charities Need to Focus On 1. Encourage Early, Honest Communication Open conversations help you understand issues sooner and offer support before problems escalate. Make reporting procedures simple and ensure managers