 Rossendale Borough Council and Rossendale Leisure Trust are currently exploring potential investment options at the site, including possible improvements and extensions to the existing facilities. Your feedback will help inform future decision-making.
 What's On in June:
 It was great to see so many of you at the NAVCA Annual Conference in Birmingham a few weeks ago. I connected with so many people, and it was lovely to build on existing relationships and start new ones. I came away feeling energised, and that I had learnt so much. If you missed it, see below for an opportunity for a free ticket next year by telling us a bit about your experiences of NAVCA membership.
But that already feels like a little while ago, as the reality of local authority changes from the local elections are settling, so we are hosting two really important events for members. Firstly, Akiko Hart, Director of the human rights organisation Liberty, has done a lot of thinking about cultural shifts happening the country, and the implications of that for the political landscape. She is insightful and thoughtful, and brings a provocation about how we future proof the voluntary sector to reflect a changing world. Local infrastructure has a key role in that, so do come and be energised and provoked to think about what we might do as individuals, organisations, and a network. The other event is a more focused session on the impact of local political change in the recent elections. How can we best work with and influence new councillors and new political dynamics? By rooting the conversation in real examples, the session will help us be effective and build our influence. As we reach the middle of Volunteers Week, I am sure you have plenty of events, comms, and activity going on. Do share what you’re doing, it is great to see the range and breadth of how we are engaging, promoting and working with volunteers locally.  National Volunteers Week, 1–7 June 2026 Across Lancashire, the arts and culture sector depends on the generosity of thousands of people who give their time, energy, and enthusiasm to keep festivals running, theatres lit, galleries open, and creative communities alive. From Blackburn to Lancaster, Burnley to Lytham, volunteering sits at the very heart of what makes our cultural life so rich.
But volunteering offers far more than the satisfaction of giving back. For those looking to build a career in the arts - or simply to develop new skills and connections - it can be one of the most powerful professional development tools available. And increasingly, the evidence points to meaningful health benefits too.  Our volunteers are the heart of Neighbourhood Watch. Every day, they make a positive impact in their communities by supporting neighbours, promoting community safety, tackling local issues, and helping to bring people together. Their commitment, passion, and hard work deserve to be recognised and celebrated.
Do you know a Neighbourhood Watch volunteer who consistently goes above and beyond?
We are absolutely delighted to announce that The-Oasis C.I.C. has been crowned **Best Health and Wellbeing Business in Lancashire** at the England's Business Awards.
To say we were shocked would be an understatement. When our name was called out as the winner, we genuinely couldn't believe it. It was an incredibly proud and emotional moment for everyone involved with The-Oasis. Since we started, our mission has always been simple: to provide a safe, welcoming and supportive space where people can improve their mental health, reduce isolation, build confidence and feel connected to their community. To have this work recognised with such a prestigious award means the world to us. Hello Neighbours,
And happy Neighbourhood Watch week! A time to bring neighbours together, and to celebrate the people who make a difference to our communities. We’ve packed and sent out dozens of Communi-Tea packs, but it’s not too late to get one from our shop, if you’re keen to host an event. We would love to hear what you are doing in your area - it’s always a joy to share the incredible work going on across our amazing network. Tell us about your events here. Highlights this month:
Neighbourhood Watch volunteers are amazing, and we want to celebrate the brightest and best. Nominations for the volunteer recognition awards are now open, and you have until 5 July to enter. There are five categories five categories: Innovation and Reach, Crime Prevention, Community Health and Wellbeing, Young Volunteer Award, and the Special Recognition Award. Celebrate your favourite volunteers here. And find out about the police awards here.  At NAVCA, we want to make sure the support we offer reflects what our members need and value. That's why we are running a member engagement survey, to hear from you about your experience of being a NAVCA member.
The short survey asks about how you personally engage with NAVCA and what’s working well, as well as where we could do things differently. We want to hear your views on networks, events, influencing work, how we communicate, and more. Your feedback helps shape our future work and may be used anonymously in our annual reports or on our website. We want to hear from as many people as possible, so everyone in your organisation is welcome to complete the survey.  This new initiative captures and maps key moments from the life and reign of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, creating a lasting record for future generations.
The Queen Elizabeth Memorial Committee Secretariat is seeking support in promoting this project across communities within the county. They hope to inspire individuals to contribute their personal memories to the Digital Memorial, which serves both as a tribute to Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and as a valuable public history archive.  Get Grants Newsletter - June 2026
Welcome to the Get Grants June 2026 Newsletter! June is here, and we’ve got a full month of Training Courses and FREE Events lined up for you. We’re also running FREE Meet the Funder & Expert Events this month with Tesco Fruit & Veg Grants and Localgiving - a great chance pick up top tips advice to support your fundraising! Our In-Person Bid Writing Training Course is also back in Birmingham this month. Join John Ellery for practical guidance to help build your confidence with bid writing. Next month, Mike Zywina returns with our NEW Stronger Bid Writing MASTERCLASS exploring why funders say no and how to learn from rejections, with top tips to create higher-quality applications for your organisation. |
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