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.
Find a Funder Workshop
14 April 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.
Minute Taking Course
15 April 2026 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
This 2-hour session will equip you with the skills and understanding how to produce minutes that record meetings and decisions and enable you to support your committee or board to keep track of decisions, reports and attendance. With lots of experience in this role, Ruth and John can provide useful tips and practical ideas to simplify the work of the Secretary or Minute Secretary.
For more information contact us on: Tel: 01642 249300 Email: general@mvdauk.org.uk
Safeguarding Children Training Course for Volunteers
11 May 2026 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
This is a two hour course for volunteers working with children to equip them with the knowledge and confidence to recognise signs of abuse, report concerns appropriately, and understand what happens next in the safeguarding process.
To book your place on this course, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/safeguarding-children-training-course-for-volunteers-tickets-1984882846024?aff=oddtdtcreator
Charity Finance and Bookkeeping Training Course
13 May 2026 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
This 2-hour training session will help Voluntary Sector Organisations to keep accounts and understand how to present financial information for funders and regulators. The session provides time to ask questions and will help organisations to manage day-to-day finances.
To book your place on this training session, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/charity-finance-and-bookkeeping-training-course-tickets-1985363755437?aff=oddtdtcreator.
Volunteer Management Session 1: Induction, Support and Supervision
19 May 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Kickstart your volunteer management journey with tips on induction, ongoing support, and advice on supervision.
Join us in person for an engaging session all about managing volunteers. We'll cover induction, how to offer ongoing support, and best practices for effective supervision. Whether you're new to managing volunteers or just want to sharpen your skills, this is the perfect opportunity to learn and connect.
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