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Uncategorized Archives - Voluntary Action Islington
12/03/2026
Spring 2026 Volunteering Fair
Join us at our Islington & Camden Spring 2026 Volunteering Fair when we are once again joining forces with our good friends Volunteer Centre Camden online on Wednesday 25th March, 12.00-2pm. Did you know that volunteering is good for you? Studies show that volunteering can improve and maintain your mental and physical...05/03/2026
Funding Update – 5th March 2026
We’ve pulled together the latest funding updates below, including new opportunities and important deadlines for organisations. Funder Who Can Apply Grant Amount & Duration Eligible Uses Key Dates / Deadlines (2026) How to Apply & Contact Children’s Alliance Not-for-profit organisations across the UK, including registered charities, community groups, CICs,...13/02/2026
VCFSE Campaign to tackle poverty – Islington
Dear All, We are part of a campaign to tackle poverty and recent research estimates there is £120 million in unclaimed benefits in Islington, with over 34,000 Islington households missing out on vital support. Please can you help us disseminate the attached as widely as possible, via your services, gatherings...11/02/2026
Funding Update – 11th February 2026
We’ve pulled together the latest funding updates below, including new opportunities and important deadlines for organisations. Funder Who Can Apply Grant Amount & Duration Eligible Uses Key Dates / Deadlines (2026) How to Apply & Contact London Catalyst – Main Grants Charities/VCSE organisations in Greater London (within M25) with annual...02/02/2026
Free Charity Advice Helpline: Russell – Cooke Solicitors
Russell-Cooke Solicitors work in partnership with Voluntary Action Islington (VAI) to provide a free telephone advice helpline for VAI members. The helpline offers a short call up to 15 minutes per conversation with a legal professional on issues relating to running a charity or social purpose organisation, including: Governance...12/12/2025
VAI Christmas Closure Dates of 2025
Voluntary Action Islington will close at 5pm on Tuesday 23rd December 2025 and will reopen in the new year on Monday 5th January 2026. Please note that the Volunteer Centre will be closed from 22nd December and will reopen on Monday 12 January 2026. Drop-in sessions will also resume on...25/11/2025
Volunteering Opportunities Christmas 2025
1. Islington Food Hubs Festive period Some of the Islington food hubs will be open over the festive period. If you would like to help them during the festive period, please check with them in advance. More information here. 2. Islington Foodbank (Trussell Trust) Volunteers needed regularly with extra demand...11/11/2025
Islington Volunteer of the Year Awards 2025
PRESS RELEASE Islington Volunteer of the Year Awards 2025 Hosted by Voluntary Action Islington (VAI) Thursday 6th November 2025 Great Hall, London Metropolitan University This year, we are delighted to announce the winner of the Islington Volunteer of the Year 2025. Winner: Chiann Wright, Hillside Clubhouse Chiann joined Hillside in...10/11/2025