The National Lottery Community Fund has announced two significant funding programmes designed to strengthen community leadership and support organisations working with under-represented communities. The newly launched Step Forward Fund aims to help grassroots organisations led by and supporting Global Majority and racially minoritised communities move from smaller grants to larger, […]

Active Herefordshire & Worcestershire is recruiting a Community Development Lead to help strengthen relationships, support local communities and tackle inequalities that prevent people from being active. The role will focus initially on communities in Leominster and Redditch, working alongside residents, community groups, partner organisations and local networks to identify needs […]

Community groups and local organisations could access grants of between £10,000 and £75,000 through the Veolia Environmental Trust for projects that improve community facilities and outdoor spaces, or enhance biodiversity and natural habitats. Funding can support improvements to community centres, parks, play areas, sports grounds, community gardens, woodlands and other […]

We’re pleased to announce that Here For Herefordshire Holidays bookings are now open for Summer 2026. Our Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme offers free activities, fun sessions and a healthy meal for eligible children and young people aged 5–16. From sports and dance to crafts and creative activities, there’s […]

Managing energy bills can be stressful, especially when you’re already facing other challenges. Severn Wye is a charity that provides free, impartial energy advice to help people stay warm, reduce costs and manage energy debt. Its advisers can offer support over the phone or through home visits, help resolve issues […]

Community First is inviting women to take part in a free workshop designed to help you feel safer, build confidence and develop practical skills for everyday life. Delivered by experienced female instructors, the session explores how the way we think, feel and behave can influence our personal safety and wellbeing. […]

Orange Button wearers are local people from all walks of life who are ready to listen if you’re struggling with your mental health, having thoughts of suicide, or worried about someone else. They’re trained to talk openly about suicide, listen without judgement, and point you towards helpful support and resources. […]

This summer, as the World Cup brings football – and a wave of gambling advertising – to screens across the country, Talk Community is supporting “Odds Are They Win”, a public health campaign tackling gambling harms. During major tournaments, more than half of TV gambling ads feature ‘free bets’ and […]

Children are now growing up with pressures many parents didn’t face in the same way: Social media, AI, gaming, friendships, climate change, growing independence, these can all feel like big conversations with no clear answers. Togetherness is a hand to hold throughout your parenting journey. Using ideas from psychology their […]

Rural Housing Week (6–11 July 2026) highlights the importance of providing the right homes in the right places. In Herefordshire, many local people, including young people, families, older residents and key workers, struggle to find affordable homes close to their communities and support networks. Affordable rural housing helps villages stay […]