Civil Society covenant reactions - KCSC E-bulletin

KCSC's weekly e-bulletin

You've still got time to sign up to our session next Thursday in which we welcome Money and Pensions Service to talk about Money Guiders, a free set of resources for non-profit organisations that talk to people about money. You can also come along to that session to find our more about the limited number of microgrants we have open for application in the local VCS.

If you missed our Summer Garden Party, you can catch up on our CEO Angela's reflections on it here. This includes the announcement made that KCSC will be vacating their offices at the Museum of Brands in autumn.

There are reflections on the Civil Society Covenant, plus some exciting local arts events coming up in the next few weeks.

KCSC Events and Training

Money Guiders (City & Guilds recognition & microgrants)

A great opportunity for organisations giving advice about money, where you can learn more about Money Guiders resources and our WARM network microgrants (apply until 18th August!).

Online
7 August, 3.30pm

North Kensington Health and Wellbeing Network

A bi-monthly meeting bringing together VCS Organisations working with communities in North Kensington which provide services that aim to support and improve people’s wellbeing.

Online
20 August, 11am

Grant Fundraising for Beginners Training Session

The workshop is particularly suitable for voluntary organisations planning on fundraising. Follow up support will also be available. Learn how to apply for small grants.

Online
21 August, 10.30am

Budgeting for Fundraising

This workshop is for staff/volunteers with finance and/or fundraising responsibilities. Simple budgeting aids planning and enables organisations to monitor their overall performance.

Online
27 August, 10.30am

Sector News

Civil Society Covenant

The Civil Society Covenant, a document drawn up as a blueprint for an improved relationship between government and the third sector, was published recently. You can read the document here, as well as reactions from NCVO, NAVCA, Bond and Civil Society Media.

Health and Wellbeing

One You Integrated Health Lifestyle Service

A reminder about the One You service which we have featured before in this e-bulletin. We are running it again as a reminder that local residents can access help to make simple and sustainable changes and improve their health.

Announcements

Stable Way Consultation: Have Your Say

The consultation on the future of the Stable Way site is now open, and Westway Trust are keen to ensure local voices are represented, particularly those who live, work, or deliver services in the area.

Survey closes 7 August

Jack Petchey Internship Programme 2026

Youth organisations can apply to host an intern on this internship programme starting in March 2026. The Foundation will part-fund up to 20 internships for one year in youth organisations across London and Essex.

Apply until 8 September

Funding

Henry Smith Foundation’s New Shout! Fund

For UK groups working to support LGBT+, care-experienced or neurodivergent young people to speak up, make choices, and secure their rights.

Deadline: 20 August

Walking and Cycling Grants London

Funded by Transport for London and The London Marathon Foundation and aiming to enable all Londoners to enjoy the freedom and health benefits of walking and cycling.

Deadline: 8 September