SAVS Reflects on a Year of Growth and Impact in Southend

Over the past year, SAVS has supported more than 470 local organisations, provided 235 support sessions, and reached over 18,000 people through events, training, and digital engagement. The charity also …

By |2025-11-10T10:54:26+01:00November 19, 2025|Community News, SAVS News|Comments Off on SAVS Reflects on a Year of Growth and Impact in Southend

Youth Focused Event Showcases Local Groups and Causes

SAVS Community Builder, Chiquitta Bruce:

“I had the pleasure of heading along to a recent youth focused event, and it was such a great vibe! So many amazing organisations came

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By |2025-11-20T12:50:14+01:00November 17, 2025|Community News, SAVS News|Comments Off on Youth Focused Event Showcases Local Groups and Causes

Spooky Smiles Stroll & Frightening Fang Fest

SAVS Community Builder, Eda Deramchia attended the ‘Spooky Smiles Stroll & Frightening Fang Fest’ –  a free Halloween themed community event organised by local parents and children, hosted at the …

By |2025-11-14T10:16:46+01:00November 14, 2025|Community News, SAVS News|Comments Off on Spooky Smiles Stroll & Frightening Fang Fest

Community exhibition raises money or much needed facilities

SAVS Community Builder, Chiquitta Bruce popped into St. Peter’s Church after hearing they were hosting an art exhibition to raise money for a much-needed accessible toilet.

Chiquitta said:

“The artwork

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By |2025-11-10T13:19:33+01:00November 10, 2025|Community News|Comments Off on Community exhibition raises money or much needed facilities

Supporting Veterans Through the Forcer Protocol

SAVS Sector & Partnership Manager Jamie Langstone and Funding Support Manager Maria Hayton had the pleasure of attending Westminster on Thursday 6th November, after being kindly invited by the inspirational …

By |2025-11-10T15:13:36+01:00November 7, 2025|Community News, SAVS News|Comments Off on Supporting Veterans Through the Forcer Protocol

Southend Volunteer Awards 2025 – A Night to Remember

The Southend Volunteer Awards 2025 took place on Thursday 23rd October 2025. It was a glittering evening of celebration, organised by Southend Association of Voluntary Services (SAVS), Southend Volunteer …

By |2025-11-04T11:36:54+01:00October 27, 2025|Community News, SAVS News|Comments Off on Southend Volunteer Awards 2025 – A Night to Remember

Parent Voice volunteers share thoughts about local provisions at networking opportunity

Our SAVS Parent Voice Volunteers came together for a monthly meet up at The Hangout Venue this October with the SAVS Community Project Workers.

Parents spoke about the local opportunities …

By |2025-10-16T10:18:39+01:00October 16, 2025|Community News|Comments Off on Parent Voice volunteers share thoughts about local provisions at networking opportunity

Latest Round of Community Investment Fund Successfully Concluded

We are delighted to announce that Round 2 of the 2025–26 Community Investment Fund has now successfully concluded. After a competitive application process, the Community Investment Board has awarded a …

By |2025-10-10T10:35:51+01:00October 10, 2025|Community News|Comments Off on Latest Round of Community Investment Fund Successfully Concluded
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