Events and Training
Climate Awareness event
VASE will be attending the upcoming Climate Awareness event in Oxted — a fantastic opportunity to explore practical ways to live and work more sustainably.
If you're interested in sustainable volunteering or learning more about climate awareness, this is the perfect chance to get involved.
Date: Wednesday 12 November, 10am–3pm
Location: Council Offices, Station Road East, Oxted RH8 0BT
The event will feature expert talks, hands-on workshops, and a showcase of local green businesses — all designed to help you reduce your carbon footprint and adopt eco-friendly habits in everyday life.
For more information visit: https://www.tandridge.gov.uk/Your-council/Climate-Change
Would you like to book a specific time to talk about volunteering opportunties with one of our team? Get in touch here
Community Assets Programme
Explore the New Community Assets Programme
Reigate & Banstead Borough Council is offering local voluntary and community groups the chance to take on council-owned buildings or apply for major grants to improve community spaces. To help organisations decide if this opportunity is right for them, Voluntary Action Surrey East (VASE) is hosting two free online briefings in November. Learn about the asset transfer process, eligibility, and how to prepare a strong Expression of Interest.
Click here to book your spot
Email info@vase.org.uk if you have a question
VASE AGM
Join us at the VASE AGM. The AGM is a chance to learn, connect, and share ideas.
Community Assets Programme
Explore the New Community Assets Programme
Reigate & Banstead Borough Council is offering local voluntary and community groups the chance to take on council-owned buildings or apply for major grants to improve community spaces. To help organisations decide if this opportunity is right for them, Voluntary Action Surrey East (VASE) is hosting two free online briefings in November. Learn about the asset transfer process, eligibility, and how to prepare a strong Expression of Interest.
Click here to book your spot
Email info@vase.org.uk if you have a question
Emerging Community Groups in East Surrey: Connect, Learn, and Lead Locally
Join us for an engaging and practical lunchtime webinar designed to help you feel confident and informed about running your group effectively and safely.
We’ll cover key topics in a clear and accessible way, including:
Governance and legal responsibilities
Safeguarding and risk assessments
DBS checks and GDPR
Equality, diversity, and ethical responsibilities
Fundraising best practices
Questions are warmly welcomed throughout!
Open to all East Surrey groups, organisations, charities, and PPGs.
Organised by Voluntary Action Surrey East and Growing Health Together
Send queries or pre-webinar questions to: info@vase.org.uk
Click here to register to attend
Trustee Training
This one-day course will define the legal status of Trustees, recognise ways to reduce associated risks and potential legal challenge, develop good practice specific to your organisation.
For new or existing trustees who could benefit from some formal training around their roles, particularly identifying trustee responsibilities and liabilities.
Date: Thursday 23rd October
Time: 10:00 -16:15
Location: Merland Rise, Tadworth, Surrey, KT20 5JQ
Free to the VCSE
Spaces are limited so to book your place please call 01306 640369 or email admin@csva.co.uk
Volunteering and the Law
This one-day course will help you to review certain aspects of volunteering in order to reduce your potential risks.
Date: Wednesday 15th October
Time: 10:00 – 16:15
Location: Merland Rise, Tadworth, Surrey, KT20 5JQ
Free to the VCSE
Spaces are limited so to book your place please call 01306 640369 or email admin@csva.co.uk
Volunteer Management
This one-day course explores how to manage and reduce turnover of volunteers.
Date: Friday 10th October Time:10:00-16:15
Location: Merland Rise, Tadworth, Surrey, KT20 5JQFree to the VCSE
Spaces are limited so to book your place please call 01306 640369 or email admin@csva.co.uk
Volunteer Co-Ordinator Forum
Volunteer Co-Ordinator Forum: Building Corporate Partnerships for Impact.
Discover how to build impactful corporate partnerships that boost volunteer engagement. Hybrid event online and in person.
Book your space here.
Tandridge Community Companions
OPEN TO THIS WHO HAVE REGISTERED AND ARE VOLUNTEER COMMUNITY COMPANIONS.
This season’s opening coffee morning and lunch is a relaxed, social gathering for registered befrienders and befriendees of Tandridge Community Companions. It’s a chance to reconnect, enjoy refreshments, and spend quality time together in a welcoming setting.