Saturday, 25th November saw the return of the very popular annual Gannow Christmas Cracker held at BPRCVS’ Gannow Community Centre in Burnley.

Our Annual General Meeting on 23rd November was a fabulous occasion. We sincerely appreciate everyone who joined us, our esteemed guests and speakers, and the positive community impact we are achieving together. 

The BPRCVS Annual Impact Report 2022-2023 showcases the performance of our projects and services, and the impact upon the communities of Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale.

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Start your Christmas celebrations early… The Gannow Christmas Cracker brought to you by Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale Council for Voluntary Service (BPRCVS) is back again for 2023!

Over the last few years, Gannow Community Centre in Burnley has hosted one of the best early Christmas celebration events for families in Burnley with hundreds joining in the festivities Join in this year on Saturday, 25th November 2023 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. and spread some early festive cheer.

On 14th December 2023, Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale Council for Voluntary Service (BPRCVS) is officially opening the brand-new Volunteering for Wellbeing & Community Hub at Gannow Community Centre.

Doors open at 10 a.m. for people to drop in and discover the world of volunteering. With a wide range of voluntary organisations in attendance, you’ll be able to discuss what their voluntary roles require and how to go about getting started giving something back to your local community.

Thanks to funding from The National Lottery Community Fund, a brand-new volunteer hub launched this summer. The Volunteering for Wellbeing and Community Hub is the latest volunteering project from the volunteering experts, Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale Council for Voluntary Service (BPRCVS).

BPRCVS is continuing its investment in volunteer coordination for both individuals, and local Voluntary, Community, Faith, and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) groups and organisations. The appointment of dedicated volunteer coordinators will provide tailored volunteer coordination and open up exciting new opportunities and experiences for people looking to get involved in their community.