Welcome

RRAVS’ vision is of a strong voluntary sector which is at the heart of a vibrant and caring Rochford District where people are able to fulfil their potential through voluntary and community action.

rravs logo imageThe Rochford district includes the towns and villages of Rayleigh, Hockley, Ashingdon, Great Wakering, Canewdon, Hawkwell, Rochford, Barling, Fambridge, Paglesham, Rawreth, Sutton, Foulness and Hullbridge.

RRAVS works to promote, support and represent the interests of all voluntary and community groups in the Rochford District. This is achieved through provision of the grants and funding that is available, promoting group activities and events to the wider community, providing subsidised or free training to upskill staff and volunteers, publishing volunteer opportunities and supporting volunteer recruitment and representing the views of the voluntary sector with strategic bodies and local government. We are  also developing our RRAVS Community Directory which provides useful contact information for a wide range of local services provided by our member groups and the wider community.


RRAVS Projects

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Knit to Nurture – Rayleigh

Our Knit to Nurture Group are 10.30am-12.30pm at The Elim...
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RRAVS Community Directory

The RRAVS Community Directory gives information about the services and...
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New Steps Bereavement Friendship Group

New Steps – Bereavement Friendship Group Meet Wednesdays 12:30pm –...
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Hockley Social Group

Starting Thursday 10 March 2022 A suggested donation of £2...

Latest News

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Parkinson’s Cafe

Parkinson’s Cafe Meets the first and third Tusday each month...
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Essex Activate – Places Available

From Active Essex – As part of the programme we...
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Cost of Living Event – 26th June 2024

The Hub@ The Megacentre invites you to their Cost of...
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NEW Energy Efficiency Grants Available

Rochford District Council will be collaborating with Essex County Council...
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My Care Record – Updated

My Care Record is an initiative launched several years ago...
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Community Dementia Support

Dementia affects everyone differently, the Essex Community Dementia Support Services...

Community Ownership Fund

  Community Ownership Fund is accepting expressions of interest for...
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FREE – My Weight Matters Programme

Maintaining a healthy weight can help to lower the risk...
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Let’s Care Together – Online Event

SAVS will be holding an online information session for you...
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Rayleigh Town Council Awards 2024

Rayleigh Town Council invite you to nominate individuals or a...
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Winter Essex Activate (HAF) Clubs

Keep your children entertained over the Holidays with the Essex...
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#DoYourBitEssex – Staying well during the colder months

Join the #DoYourBitEssex winter campaign and receive valuable health advice...
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Donate your school uniform items – New collection points

There are now even more places to donate your preloved...
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Free broadband for six months for jobseekers

Jobseekers may be able to get six months’ worth of...
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Partners Team Up to Launch Online Safety Map

Through Safer Essex, Essex County Council have launched a new...
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Free Summer Activities

Check out these fantastic FREE Summer Activites from the Megacentre...