​A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended the BPRCVS Annual General Meeting on 27th November 2024. It was wonderful to see so many familiar and new faces gathering at this important event, sharing insights, ideas, and a shared commitment to making a difference in our communities.

This year we are back in Burnley, and we are hosting the AGM at The CVS Centre on Yorkshire Street.

We hope you can join us. This year we will be letting you know about our plans for next year as we celebrate turning 90 years old! We are currently developing these plans and will let you know at this year's AGM what we intend to do in 2025 as we are planning to celebrate our anniversary throughout the whole year. There will be opportunities to join us and participate in some of the activities and events we are planning, and you will be able to express your interest in participating in our celebrations during the AGM. 
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On Friday, 18th October, Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale Council for Voluntary Service (BPRCVS) held a spotlight lunchtime event at The CVS Centre for our UK Shared Prosperity People and Skills Steps to Employment project where we showcased a range of the newly created Burnley-based micro businesses that have been supported through passive income sessions.
Project participants received support from BPRCVS to generate their own business ideas, sharing thoughts and inspiration to get the ideas off the ground and into a functioning micro business generating a small income.
Petals and Polishes, Frame Fusion Studios, Alternative Knitwear by Paula, and Chrissy’s Crystals were the four businesses represented on the day. Since the project started in April this year, BPRCVS has helped 14 people to set up their own micro business.

Are you facing barriers to employment? Whether it’s isolation, disabilities, lack of confidence, or navigating the complexities of job applications, we are here to help. BPRCVS is excited to present the Career Launchpad, a 6-week programme designed to support individuals in overcoming obstacles and achieving their employment goals.
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Taking place at the Rosegrove Railway Club (BB12 6HX), this programme is free and open to anyone looking for assistance on their journey to employment. Starting with Steps to Employment, participants will have access to personalised support in a safe, local environment.

​At BPRCVS, we are constantly inspired by the resilience and creativity of the people we support. One such inspiring individual is Steve Lock, a resident of Healthier Heroes outreach. Steve recently presented us, along with The Hub and GCC, with a remarkable painting he created as a heartfelt thank you for the help and support we've provided throughout his recovery journey.

Please see below a list of the groups funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund for Year 3.

Discover the Impact: Explore the Projects Funded by the Eric Wright Charitable Foundation

Please find below the BPRCVS & HRVCVS July 2024 monthly report for social prescribing

​We have some news about our Health and Wellbeing for Children and Families Team.

Please find attached the March 2024 Monthly report for social prescribing linkworkers and Community Connectors.
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At Burnley Fire Station, community engagement isn't just a duty; it's a passion. On the evening of Wednesday, 21st February 2024, the Fire Cadets from Burnley Fire Station exemplified this commitment by participating in an arranged evening at the Gannow Community Food Share. This initiative was part of their Citizenship Unit within the Cadet programme, emphasising the importance of giving back and supporting those in need within their community.

This fund is about levelling up opportunity and prosperity and overcoming deep-seated geographical inequalities that have held some areas back for too long.


It is also, fundamentally, about levelling up people’s pride in the places they love and seeing that reflected back in empowered local leaders and communities, a stronger social fabric and better life chances.


This is the vision and ambition for the new £2.6 billion UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). This money is going straight to local places right across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to invest in three local priorities: communities and place, support for local businesses and people and skills.

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.

Click 'read more' to download a copy.