Upcoming Events
Our events bring Inverclyde’s third sector together to learn, connect and share ideas. Through training sessions, networking forums and themed workshops, we create spaces that strengthen organisations, build confidence and encourage partnership working across our community.
Please note: Events are available to CVS Inverclyde members only. If you’re not yet a member, you can join for free and start accessing these opportunities.
Putting Rural Volunteering on the Map Film Launch
Join us in a cinema showcase of our new promotional video, featuring local Inverclyde groups and their amazing volunteers.
Please join us at the Putting Rural Volunteering on the Map film launch.
Our short promotional video, created in partnership with Hidden Meaning Productions, features local Inverclyde groups and their amazing volunteers. Showcasing the various activities taking place across Inverclyde, the film also celebrates the benefits of volunteering and the amazing scenery of the area.
Alongside the screening, you’ll hear a few words from the team at CVS Inverclyde about the project.
Catering will be provided.
The venue is wheelchair accessible and has an accessible toilet.
CVS Inverclyde AGM
We invite our members to attend and join us for the presentation of our annual accounts and election of office bearers.
The AGM is an opportunity for you to hear about our work strengthening our local voluntary sector over the past year and take part in shaping what comes next for the third sector in Inverclyde. During the meeting we will hear updates from the board and staff teams and presenting annual accounts and election of office bearers.
Please note: this is a members only event.
Meet The Funder - The National Lottery Community Fund (Inverclyde)
Explore your project, check eligibility and get one-to-one advice to strengthen your funding application.
Developing a project idea or unsure whether National Lottery funding is the right fit for your organisation or group? Our Meet the Funder surgeries offer CVS Inverclyde members dedicated one-to-one time with a funder to help explore ideas, eligibility and next steps with confidence.
These monthly sessions are delivered by João Gonçalves, Funding Officer for Inverclyde at The National Lottery Community Fund Scotland. You’ll have a supportive, confidential space to talk through your plans and gain practical insight before applying.
What can you expect?
During your individual 30-minute session, you can:
Talk through your project ideas and funding needs
Learn more about relevant National Lottery grant programmes
Explore eligibility, fit and readiness, helping you avoid unsuitable applications
Ask questions and get clear, practical guidance from an experienced funder
Sessions are tailored to your organisation or community group and designed to build clarity and confidence, whether you are new to funding or refining an application.
