Announcement: VODA's telephone number is changing on 17 November 2025. From this date, please call 0191 323 2040
Local writer and director Alexandra Wolley produced this powerful spoken word piece to reflect on people’s experiences during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Did you miss our Countdown to Kindness? There’s still time to get involved. Article by VODA volunteer, Ellie Avery Why not make volunteering your New Year’s resolution for 2026? Each day between Christmas and New Year, we shared a range
The latest research from the Third Sector Trends report show a clear challenge for the voluntary and community sector. Small charities are seeing the biggest drops in trustee and volunteer numbers. Organisations working with very limited budgets now face real risks
Sector Connector has coordinated a creative festive volunteering project that brought three organisations together in support of NT LIFE, North Tyneside’s Recovery College. Volunteers from BT, EE and North Tyneside Council took part in micro-volunteering days designed to offer both
North Tyneside Council’s Warm Welcome scheme is now live, providing residents with free, comfortable spaces to relax, connect with others and access support throughout the colder months. The programme forms part of the Council’s Household Support Fund and offers warm,
