We support, promote and develop voluntary and community action in Middlesbrough.

Events

We advertise events and training of interest to clients, staff and volunteers of voluntary organisations in Middlesbrough.  We can advertise your event or training on our website for free.

Why do men die by suicide

9 November 2026 - 10:00am to 5:00pm

Why do men die by suicide and what needs to change?

Male suicide rates represent a public health crisis. We urgently need to understand what is putting men at risk - and what we can do to provide better support. 

Join male suicide researcher Dr Susie Bennett and local people leading change for men to explore the latest research, hear local experiences, and discuss priorities for action.

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Find a Funder Workshop

10 November 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Find a Funder is a simple and easy to use funding search website provided by Middlesbrough Council in partnership with MVDA. Workshop sessions demonstrate how the Find a Funder website works and how the get the best out of it. Sharon Barker from Middlesbrough Council and John Atkinson from MVDA will run one or two live searches using ideas the groups represented in the room and their current search for funds. In the second part of the session, Sharon and John will provide advice on how to make more successful funding applications, and how to avoid common mistakes.

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Nov

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Enhance Redcar & Cleveland: VCSE Sector Adult Social Care Forum with RCBC

10 November 2026 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm

This event is only open to organisations operating in Redcar & Cleveland area.

Are you involved in Adult Social Care in Redcar & Cleveland?

Join Enhance Redcar and Cleveland and the Council’s Adult Social Care team for our next VCSE forum, a space for practical insight, shared learning and sector collaboration.

You'll leave with a clearer picture of what’s happening locally, stronger connections across the sector, and insight you can take back to your organisation.

10
Nov

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Bid Writing Training Course

11 November 2026 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Creating clear and compelling funding applications is essential for attracting investment into your organisation’s projects. This practical session explores how to plan effectively, understand what funders are looking for, and write confident, well‑structured bids that stand out. 

 

What the session covers:

  • How to plan effectively for successful bid writing

  • How to develop a better understanding of what funders expect from applications

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Nov

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Care leaver awareness training

11 November 2026 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm

This course will be of interest to those working with young people in both a community and custodial setting. The course explores what it means to be a care leaver and the potential issues faced by care experienced people. The course also gives awareness on the rights and entitlements of legal care leavers aged 18 to 25 years.

This is a 3 hour session delivered on Zoom.

11
Nov

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