VCSE Network Meeting 30th July

This morning’s VCSE Network Meeting was packed with energy, updates, and opportunities for collaboration across Hull and East Riding.

Welcoming New Faces

We were pleased to welcome new faces:

• Anita Green (Health Stars)
• Rhianna Smith (Hull CVS)
• Sarah Johnson (Hull CVS)

It’s always great to see new voices joining the conversation!

Key Updates

• VCSE Collaborative shared progress on rural health, travel inclusion, and data insights.
• Healthwatch East Riding raised concerns about national changes impacting their role.
• Smile Foundation introduced a new social housing data dashboard.
• Announced autumn workshops on collaboration, digital presence, and impact.

Funding and Grants

Health Stars launched a £200k small grants programme for grassroots mental health projects. Presentation shared.

Nature & Wellbeing

Anthony Hurd’s presentation on green and blue health training received glowing feedback, with free sessions still available for interested groups.

Minutes, agenda, and joining information can be found below:

Health Stars Grant Presentation (1.4MB)