A fresh approach to helping people stay safe and well at home by connecting them with local community support. Read more
“Invaluable” young people’s charity is named CAN’s Christmas Community Hero as they get set to take part in the Christchurch Living Advent Calendar. Read more
A scheme which makes it easy for people to donate money to support local people experiencing homelessness, is being expanded in the run up to Christmas. Read more
Here we share what the sector told us, our response and plans – in only two pages! Read more
A youth action project that provides a friendly, supportive community to young people with disabilities has been named as Community Action Network’s ‘Community Hero in the Spotlight’ in the run up to Anti-Bullying Week (15-19 November). Read more
To celebrate Trustees Week CAN has launched a survey of trustees of charities based in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Read more
93% of charities and community groups asked would definitely recommend our advice and support offer to a colleague or friend. Read more
‘Untapped, a Local Art Therapy social enterprise is named Community Hero in the Spotlight ahead of World Mental Health Day on Sunday 10 October' Read more
We’re thrilled to share that NHS Dorset HealthCare with CAN under their umbrella are finalists in two categories at this year’s Nursing Times Workforce Awards - Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice and Staff Recognition for our work including over 55’s / retirees volunteering at the BIC vaccination site. Read more
A new project to develop volunteers and provide business training is launching in Bournemouth. Read more
We’re proud to work alongside some amazing volunteers, charities and community groups. This short film is just a snapshot for their incredible contribution locally, and a small way of saying a huge thank you. Read more
A Bournemouth charity that trains dogs to help young people has been named this month’s Community Hero in the Spotlight, ahead of International Dog Day (Thursday 26 August). Read more
A new appeal is being made for local volunteer COVID-19 vaccination champions to support getting the jab done. Read more
A Dorset LGBT+ charity has been named Community Action Network’s latest Community Hero in the Spotlight, as it marks 20 years of supporting young LGBT+ people and their families. Read more
Community Action Network (CAN) has been awarded a grant of £49,874.50 from BCP Council to significantly boost their support to develop and sustain charities and community groups. Read more
Local charity Community Action Network are recruiting volunteers locally instead of the Royal Voluntary Service. Read more
Community Action Network celebrates the contribution of thousands of local volunteers during the pandemic to mark Volunteers’ Week 2021 (1-7 June). Read more
Giving young people an opportunity to support their community – from Karen Loftus, Chief Executive at Community Action Network (CAN) Read more
Community Action Network announce a Virtual Volunteer Fair during Volunteers’ Week 1st - 7th June 2021 Read more
Local charity provides vital support to over 230 families and 467 young children during the pandemic. Read more
Rotary Club of Poole are collecting their empty tablet strip packs and taking them to Superdrug. Read more
A Bournemouth charity has helped teenage girls to look after their health during the pandemic by running eight-week physical and mental wellbeing online courses specifically designed to encourage students to build their self-esteem, confidence and a happy life. Read more
CAN’s Community Hero in the Spotlight this month is Your Planet Doctors – helping the planet and supporting people improve their mental health. Read more
Are you a local LGBT+ charity/organisation or an organisation who supports the LGBT+ community within its catchment who needs help or support with funding? Read more