State of the Sector Survey 2025-26
We are proud to launch our sixth State of the Sector Report for voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations across Warwickshire. We estimate that there were around 9,500 VCFSE organisations operating across Warwickshire in 2025, and nearly three quarters of these are small in size. We also estimate that the annual economic impact of […]
Volunteering Stories | The Power of Giving Back: Mental Health Benefits of Volunteering
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, read Steve’s story below. My name is Steve*. I am 46 years old and I have spent the majority of my working life as a Delivery […]
Volunteering Stories | Jo’s Story: Volunteering in retirement
What are you going to do with all that free time was a question I was often asked by colleagues just before I took early retirement. I shall do lots of volunteering was always part of my reply but at that stage I had given little thought as to what I could volunteer to do. […]
Volunteering Stories | The start of a volunteering journey
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, read Ayesha’s story below. Ayesha first met Rugby Volunteer Coordinator, Amy, in April at a DWP Jobs Fair. She was looking to gain experience working with […]
Volunteering Stories | Keeping my mental health on track through volunteering
Michelle joined Growbaby Nuneaton as a volunteer, taking on the vital role of sorting clothing and equipment to support families and health professionals visiting Manor Court Baptist Church. However, her journey to volunteering was more than just a step into community service – it was a personal step toward improving her mental health and well-being. […]
Volunteering Stories | The therapeutic power of volunteering
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, read Ava’s story below. Ava* is a young woman who has been on long term sick from work due to severe anxiety and depression. She was […]
Volunteer Recognition Events – Warwickshire 2025
Warwickshire CAVA are excited to announce that nominations are now open for the Volunteer Recognition & Reward Event 2025, to celebrate the exceptional contributions of volunteers in our community across South, Rugby and North Warwickshire. Once again, we will be joining forces with a number of local authority partners and businesses to celebrate volunteers across […]