Here at York Centre for Voluntary Service (known as York CVS) we’re passionate about supporting and championing York’s Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) Sector.
As an independent charity, we provide practical support and guidance to enable charitable organisations in York to thrive.
We bring local groups and organisations together to tackle local issues in order to make positive change, challenge local issues and grow new ideas to support our city’s people and communities.
News and Information
VCSE Funding: Arnold Clark Community Support Fund
The Arnold Clark Community Support Fund provides grants to UK charities and community groups supporting their local communities. For the August 2026 funding round, the fund is supporting organisations working in: Arts and culture – including music, books, art and...
VCSE Funding: Barchester Charitable Foundation – Outdoor Mobility Equipment
The Barchester Charitable Foundation provides grants to help older people and adults with disabilities or mental health conditions connect or reconnect with their local communities. Funding can support the purchase of outdoor mobility equipment that helps people get...
We’re recruiting: Co-Production Champion
Salary: £31,736.84 (Actual £25,732.57 based on a 30 hour week)Hours: 30 per week This is a fantastic opportunity to work on an exciting project which has communities and citizens at the heart of the design of mental health services and activities. We are looking for a...
Rise2Thrive Trailblazer: Support from Kyra Women’s Project
Looking for support with your next steps towards employment, volunteering or education? Kyra Women’s Project is offering one-to-one employability mentoring and support through the Rise2Thrive Trailblazer programme, supporting women who are considering their next...
We’re recruiting: Social Prescriber Manager (Development and Proactive)
Salary: £33,904.64 pro-rata (Actual £20,617.69 for a 22.5 hour week)Hours: 22.5 per week Could you lead the development of a city-wide Social Prescribing Service while supporting and developing the people who deliver it? York CVS is looking for an experienced and...
Help create a list of cool and welcoming spaces in York
As hot weather becomes more frequent, having somewhere safe and welcoming to take a break from the heat can make a real difference. The City of York Council's Shaping Neighbourhoods programme is putting together an online list of community spaces where people can cool...
