£4 million available from Support Fund
Birmingham and Black Country social enterprises urged to bid for funding.
My City, My Home
International writing competition for women and girls from diverse communities launched.
Boost for Black Country careers information
HomeServe joins Black Country Careers Hub as Cornerstone Employer.
Bald Black Girl(s) to go on display
Birmingham gallery’s exhibition examines perceptions of masculinity, femininity and androgyny.
Funding secured for lockdown community team
COVID team keeping vulnerable families safe in Erdington.
Taking a Big Step against gambling sponsorship
Walk and petition kicks off campaign to end gambling sponsorship in football.
Looking to the future of the Third Sector
Charity head Tina Costello writes about community needs in a crisis.
Further projects supported by Birmingham 2022 Community Programme
More than forty initiatives now receiving Games programme funding.
Former Birmingham shelf-stacker launches online festival
Funds raised aim to tackle social justice and human rights violations.
Community cafés reopen with focus on health
Evolve grows to become city’s first wellbeing café.
Theatre’s associate director steps out for the Rep
Walking to Leicester Square to raise funds for theatre’s work with young people.
Black Artists exhibition to display at city gallery
Black Artists for Black History Exhibition aims to give support to BAME talent.
Commemorate Battle of Britain 80 at RAF Museum Cosford
Online or in person, pay your tribute to war heroes.
Sports facilities invited to become Commonwealth Games training venues
Search begins for Birmingham 2022 training venues to host international athletes.
SIFA Fireside draws the city
Stroke of genius sees picture perfect fundraiser.
Black Country taxi employer celebrates anniversary with award
Recognition for Covid-19 support effort in the community.
Brum beats for LoveBrum
Birmingham band’s single is music to charity’s ears.
Active Black Country launch heath initiative
Cycling and walking to be prescribed by healthcare professionals.
Former council leader rejects lockdown fears
“Birmingham cannot be regarded as a Covid hotspot,” says visiting professor John Clancy.
Employment boost for region’s disabled
Grant from CareTech Foundation will enhance employment prospects in the West Midlands.
West Midlands charities receive donations from building firm
Help for community groups during lockdown.
Skipping for Sandwell
Families in Sandwell encouraged to be active with free skipping ropes.
COVID-19 plasma donors needed
Urgent appeal for donors in the Birmingham area to help recovering patients.
Good news for Birmingham community gardens
Martineau Gardens receives funding for therapeutic horticulture.
CBSO celebrates centenary with showpiece concert
Sir Simon Rattle to return as guest conductor.
Best foot forward for Rep fundraiser
Associate Director walks from Rep to London to raise funds for theatre.
Inclusivity grant awarded to Birmingham hospital trust
£50,000 to support inclusion, diversity and equality at Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust.
Innovative IT project tackles digital poverty
North Birmingham community group launches Digit-All IT library.
New manager as Castle Vale Stadium re-opens
Expansion plans for community facility.
Black Country cinema launches crowdfunder
Wolverhampton’s Light House seeks support to Switch The Lights Back On.