Month of Community

Month of Community brings together Volunteers’ Week and Small Charity Week to highlight the power of community and the importance of supporting those who make it all happen.

Small charities and volunteers are the heart and soul of our communities. They provide essential services, support vulnerable populations, and create a sense of belonging. By coming together during the Month of Community, we can amplify their efforts and inspire more people to get involved.

There are various ways to be a part of this exciting month. Together, we can create a stronger, more connected community by celebrating, supporting and uplifting the small charities and volunteers who make our world a better place.

Volunteers’ Week

From 2-8 June, we’re celebrating the UK’s volunteers who give their time, energy and skills to support causes close to their hearts and their communities. Volunteers are the backbone of civil society and this week is dedicated to honouring and uplifting their contributions.

Find out more:

• Visit the Volunteers’ Week website for inspiring case studies, events and ways to get involved.
• Listen to Saskia Konynenburg, our Director of Voice and Impact, talk about digital volunteering and accessibility on the Third Sector Podcast.

Small Charity Week

From 23-28 June, we're shining a spotlight on the outstanding work that small charities do every day. They may be small in size, but their impact is immense.

Throughout the week, we'll be sharing stories of resilience, innovation and the incredible work being done to support those in need.

This year, we’ve partnered with The Big Give and Global’s Make Some Noise to champion small charities through a seven-day online match funded campaign.

Your donations during The Big Give will be matched, allowing small charities to receive even more support. This initiative helps boost their income, profile and skills, enabling them to continue their vital work.

Find out more:

• Visit the Small Charity Week website for more information on the Big Give
• Browse Small Charity Week events, from free webinars on fundraising to energy clinics and more.

Further help and support

While June is a high point in NCVO’s calendar, we're working to support the sector all year round.

Our extensive help and guidance, expert-led training programme and calendar of free webinars can help you to skill up on a range of topics and learn how to effectively address key pain points:

• Explore our fundraising help and guidance for tips on where to find grants and how to successfully plan your funding and income streams.
• Attend a training course to perfect your bid writing skills and get your proposal in standout shape.
• Find out all you need to know about successfully involving volunteers within your organisation and giving them the best experience possible, in our extensive volunteering help and guidance.
• Brush up on good practice in volunteer management on our popular one-day course.
• Join our free webinar to hear from experts on how to develop and embed volunteer risk assessments and build a safe, compliant and supportive environment for your volunteers.