When crisis hits, people step up – and we’re seeing lots of that right now. So I’d like to thank all those people volunteering their time and everyone managing and coordinating volunteer efforts.
We are grateful to everyone who submitted answers to our survey or spoke to us on the phone yesterday 19 March. We have managed to gather data about your readiness for managing volunteers and supporting local people from so many of you and this has been fed in to planning at local, regional and national government level.
Communities 1st is registered charity working all year round for a more connected and resilient districts of Hertsmere and St Albans. During this difficult time, we want to make sure that our residents are looking out for one another to help everyone stay safe and healthy.
In the wake of the £30 billion emergency fund announced in the Budget yesterday and anticipated switch to the delay phase of the Government four-part plan, leaders from different sectors have today joined forces to launch the Community Action Response to encourage everyone to do what they can to support their communities and particularly vulnerable and isolated people during Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic.
Communities 1st are looking for individuals who can live and breathe our values; to work in partnership, deliver quality, adapt, be positive and be inclusive.
We are looking for people with great skills in communications, who are proactive in their approach and able to work with colleagues and volunteers to deliver amazing services for the benefit of the people and communities of districts of Hertsmere, St Albans and Welwyn/Hatfield.
Closing Date: 9am on Wednesday 26 February 2020
Interviews will be held on Monday 2 March 2020.
The Mayor’s Pride Awards are held to celebrate extraordinary people and outstanding organisations that make a positive contribution to the local community. Ensure these inspiring individuals and worthy organisations get the recognition they deserve by putting them forward to receive an award.
Cultural Innovation Award
Creative people or groups whose ideas or achievements are an inspiration to others can be nominated for this award.
Young Person of Distinction
The Community Grants Fund aims to provide Voluntary and Community Groups with a flexible funding opportunity to support the delivery of projects and activities that benefit the local community and help to deliver the objectives set out in the St Albans City & District Inclusion Strategy.
Everything you need to know about applying for Community Grants Fund can be found in this document or links provided.
Community Grants Fund 2019-20 is a total of £55,000. Groups can apply for grants over £500 and under £5000.
Older People’s Day at the Alban Arena, Wednesday 16th October between 10.00am – 1.00pm – FREE ENTRY
St Albans & District Community Grant Fund November round - opening 4th November.
Watch this space for more information
We’d like to invite you and your colleagues to our FREE annual conference which is taking place on 18 July from 2pm to 6pm at The Trestle Theatre on Russett Drive in St Albans.
On the day there are talks from several external speakers, on topics including
Mini masterclasses including