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Small Charity Week (23-28 June 2025)

Small Charity Week amplifies, supports and connects small charities right across the UK. Join us to empower your team, access practical support, and make new connections – so you can make an even bigger impact.   What is Small Charity […]

RCT Wellbeing Bulletin [June 2025]

Check out the June 2025 edition of the RCT Wellbeing Bulletin for information on Wellbeing support and activities in RCT: CLICK HERE.

RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin [16 June 2025]

Check out the 16 June 2025 edition of the RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin for training and events, networks, funding and grants, community news, volunteer opportunities, vacancies, and much more: CLICK HERE.

Third Sector Trends in Wales

After another long period of ups and downs and twists and turns in the voluntary sector, Third Sector Trends in Wales  is back to see how social, political and economic change has affected organisations like yours. Many of you will […]

Vice Chair – Cwm Taf Morgannwg Dementia Steering Group

A vacancy has arisen for the Vice Chair of the Cwm Taf Morgannwg Dementia Steering Group, and the CTM Integrated Leadership Board has requested that this important role be filled by a third sector representative. As County Voluntary Councils, BAVO, […]

RCT Third Sector Representative – CTMUHB Stakeholder Reference Group

We are seeking a passionate and committed Third Sector Representative from Rhondda Cynon Taf to serve a 3-year term on the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) Stakeholder Reference Group. This is a vital role offering the opportunity to […]

Funding Bulletin [June 2025]

Check out the June 2025 edition of the Funding Bulletin for information about available funding and grants: CLICK HERE.

Volunteers’ Week Spotlight: Natasha’s Story

This Volunteers’ Week, we’re celebrating the incredible individuals who give their time to support others. Today’s spotlight is on a volunteer from Valleys Steps, a local organisation dedicated to improving mental health and wellbeing through free self-help courses. Read on […]

Volunteers’ Week Spotlight: Marauders Men’s Health

As part of our Volunteers’ Week celebrations, today we’re spotlighting Marauders Men’s Health – a charity dedicated to supporting men’s mental, physical and social wellbeing in Rhondda Cynon Taf. From walk-and-talk groups to pickleball and walking rugby, their work offers […]

Volunteers’ Week Spotlight: Gemma

As part of Volunteers’ Week, we’re shining a light on the incredible people and organisations across RCT who give their time to make a difference in their communities. Today, we are spotlighting Gemma from RCT Heart Heroes. This dedicated volunteer […]

Volunteers’ Week Spotlight: RCT Heart Heroes

As part of Volunteers’ Week, we’re shining a light on the incredible people and organisations across RCT who give their time to make a difference in their communities. Today we are spotlighting RCT Heart Heroes. Based in Tonypandy, this grassroots […]

Volunteers’ Week Spotlight: Pontypridd Foodbank

As part of Volunteers’ Week, we’re shining a light on the incredible individuals who give their time to support Pontypridd Foodbank. Whether packing parcels, welcoming visitors, or simply offering a listening ear, these volunteers are at the heart of the […]

Volunteers’ Week Spotlight: Pontypridd Foodbank

This Volunteers’ Week, we’re shining a light on the incredible people who give their time to support others. Today, we’re spotlighting Pontypridd Foodbank, a vital service in our community that simply couldn’t run without its volunteers. With just two paid […]

Volunteers’ Week Spotlight: Kaci’s Story

As part of Volunteers’ Week and today’s Power of Youth Day, we’re celebrating the incredible contributions of young people who give their time to help their communities thrive. At just 23, Kaci has already made a lasting impact at Meadow […]

Volunteers’ Week Spotlight: Meadow Street Community Gardens

As part of Volunteers’ Week, we’re shining a light on the incredible people and organisations across RCT who give their time to make a difference in their communities. Today is Power of Youth Day — a celebration of the positive […]

VACANCY: Independent Chairperson, Craig-Yr-Hesg Quarry Community Liaison Group

We’re seeking an impartial, independent Chairperson to lead meetings of the Craig-Yr-Hesg Quarry Community Liaison Group. The ideal candidate will have no direct ties to the community, Council or quarry operator, and will bring experience in areas such as partnership […]

Welsh Government and the proposed Community Policy Conference

Let’s talk about what we want from WG and the proposed Community Policy! We need your voice to influence how WG funds & supports groups, have your say on what you want in the new Welsh Government Community Policy.   […]

RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin [2 June 2025]

Check out the 2 June 2025 edition of the RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin for training and events, networks, funding and grants, community news, volunteer opportunities, vacancies, and much more: CLICK HERE.

Amser Grant Scheme 2025–26: Short Breaks for Unpaid Carers

Grants of up to £10,000 are now available for voluntary and community groups in Rhondda Cynon Taf and Merthyr Tydfil to deliver creative, flexible short breaks for unpaid carers.  🕐 Application deadline: 12pm, Friday 27 June 2025  This funding is […]

RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin [19 May 2025]

Check out the 19 May 2025 edition of the RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin for training and events, networks, funding and grants, community news, volunteer opportunities, vacancies, and much more: CLICK HERE.

RCT Wellbeing Bulletin [May 2025]

Check out the May 2025 edition of the RCT Wellbeing Bulletin for information on Wellbeing support and activities in RCT: CLICK HERE.

Funding Bulletin [May 2025]

Check out the May 2025 edition of the Funding Bulletin for information about available funding and grants: CLICK HERE.

RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin [6 May 2025]

Check out the 6 May 2025 edition of the RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin for training and events, networks, funding and grants, community news, volunteer opportunities, vacancies, and much more: CLICK HERE.

RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin [22 April 2025]

Check out the 22 April 2025 edition of the RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin for training and events, networks, funding and grants, community news, volunteer opportunities, vacancies, and much more: CLICK HERE.

RCT Wellbeing Bulletin [April 2025]

Check out the April 2025 edition of the RCT Wellbeing Bulletin for information on Wellbeing support and activities in RCT: CLICK HERE.

RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin [7 April 2025]

Check out the 7 April 2025 edition of the RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin for training and events, networks, funding and grants, community news, volunteer opportunities, vacancies, and much more: CLICK HERE.

Funding Bulletin [April 2025]

Check out the April 2025 edition of the Funding Bulletin for information about available funding and grants: CLICK HERE.

RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin [24 March 2025]

Check out the 24 March 2025 edition of the RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin for training and events, networks, funding and grants, community news, volunteer opportunities, vacancies, and much more: CLICK HERE.

RCT Wellbeing Bulletin [March 2025]

Check out the March 2025 edition of the RCT Wellbeing Bulletin for information on Wellbeing support and activities in RCT: CLICK HERE.

RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin [10 March 2025]

Check out the 10 March 2025 edition of the RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin for training and events, networks, funding and grants, community news, volunteer opportunities, vacancies, and much more: CLICK HERE.

Celebrating Inspirational Women: Joanne Baldock

Celebrating Inspirational Women: Joanne Baldock As part of our International Women’s Day campaign, we’re shining a light on remarkable women in the third sector. Today, we celebrate Joanne Baldock of Role Play Lane, whose vision and dedication have created a […]

Celebrating Inspirational Women: Katy Thomas

Celebrating Inspirational Women: Katy Thomas As part of our International Women’s Day campaign, we’re shining a light on the remarkable women in the third sector. Today, we celebrate Katy Thomas from Mothers Matter, a woman whose tireless dedication to supporting […]

Celebrating Inspirational Women: Tracy Sweetland-Hodges

As part of our International Women’s Day campaign, we’re spotlighting incredible women making a difference in the third sector. Today, we honour Tracy Sweetland-Hodges from Penderyn Community Centre – a woman whose selfless dedication to her community is truly inspiring.“Tracy will do […]

Funding Bulletin [March 2025]

Check out the March 2025 edition of the Funding Bulletin for information about available funding and grants: CLICK HERE.

RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin [25 February 2025]

Check out the 25 February 2025 edition of the RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin for training and events, networks, funding and grants, community news, volunteer opportunities, vacancies, and much more: CLICK HERE.

Re:MAKE Valleys

Nova, from Re:MAKE Valleys, shared how their work is transforming the Maerdy and Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) community by promoting sustainability, inclusivity, and skill-building opportunities. At the heart of Re:MAKE Valleys is a simple yet powerful idea: creating opportunities, building […]

Picture (L-R) Linda Prosser (CTMUHB), Gary Hortop (Linc Cymru), Emma Howells (Valleys to Coast), Anna Howells (CTMUHB), Cllr Christina Leyshon (RCTCBC), Richard Hughes (CTMUHB), Cllr Rhys Goode (BCBC), Robert Green (CTMUHB), Cllr Jane Gebbie (BCBC), Jonathan Morgan (CTMUHB), Lindsay Harvey (BCBC), Cllr Neelo Farr (BCBC), Angela Edevane (MCBC), Heidi Bennett (BAVO), Sarah Mills (CTM Regional Partnership Regional Commissioning Unit), Sharon Richards, (VAMT), Matt Jenkins (CTM Regional Partnership Regional Commissioning Unit)

Interlink RCT joins Fast Track Cymru Initiative

On Thursday 13th February, Cwm Taf Morgannwg Regional Partnership signed the Paris Declaration and joined the Fast Track Cymru Initiative. As a Partnership member, this confirms our commitment to work collaboratively to end new transmissions of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). […]

RCT Wellbeing Bulletin [February 2025]

Check out the February 2025 edition of the RCT Wellbeing Bulletin for information on Wellbeing support and activities in RCT: CLICK HERE.

Meet our 700th member

We’re thrilled to share that Interlink RCT now has over 700 members! Our network includes incredible community and voluntary organisations across Rhondda Cynon Taf and beyond. To celebrate this milestone, we visited our 700th member to learn more about their […]

RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin [11 February 2025]

Check out the 11 February 2025 edition of the RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin for training and events, networks, funding and grants, community news, volunteer opportunities, vacancies, and much more: CLICK HERE.

FREE job advert for our members!

In partnership with Charity Job Finder, we want to provide our members with the ability to recruit professionally and access resources to make sure you hire the best people for your organisation. The platform advertises positions to attract talented and […]

Funding Bulletin [February 2025]

Check out the February 2025 edition of the Funding Bulletin for information about available funding and grants: CLICK HERE.

RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin [27 January 2025]

Check out the 27 January 2025 edition of the RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin for training and events, networks, funding and grants, community news, volunteer opportunities, vacancies, and much more: CLICK HERE.

RCT Wellbeing Bulletin [January 2025]

Check out the January 2025 edition of the RCT Wellbeing Bulletin for information on Wellbeing support and activities in RCT: CLICK HERE.

RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin [14 January 2025]

Check out the 14 January 2025 edition of the RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin for training and events, networks, funding and grants, community news, volunteer opportunities, vacancies, and much more: CLICK HERE.

Funding Bulletin [January 2025]

Check out the January 2025 edition of the Funding Bulletin for information about available funding and grants: CLICK HERE.

Interlink wrapped 2024!

What a busy year we’ve had at Interlink RCT! Check out our wrapped video for a summary of 2024.  

Cynon Valley Organic Adventures

Janis, from Cynon Valley Organic Adventures (CVOA), told us about the fantastic work they do and the impact Storm Bert had on the organisation.   What is Cynon Valley Organic Adventures? The site was taken over in 2018, and after […]

RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin [9 December 2024]

Check out the 9 December 2024 edition of the RCT Community and Voluntary Sector Bulletin for training and events, networks, funding and grants, community news, volunteer opportunities, vacancies, and much more: CLICK HERE.

RCT Wellbeing Bulletin [December 2024]

Check out the December 2024 edition of the RCT Wellbeing Bulletin for information on Wellbeing support and activities in RCT: CLICK HERE.

More Training

We support people to develop the knowledge and skills that they need. If you think you or your group might benefit it, we can help you find the right training. Our organisation runs open courses or puts on courses just for small groups, depending on what is most suitable. We can even design a course specifically for you.

  • Business Planning
  • Engagement and Participation
  • Health and Safety
  • Finance and Budgeting
  • Funding Managing People
  • Managing your Organisation
  • Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Volunteer Management
  • Volunteer Recruitment and Management

We can assist with skill sharing or provide bespoke training on all Microsoft packages.

Tell us what courses you want

Inform us of what courses you want us to provide by emailing communityadvice@interlinkrct.org.uk.