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*NEWS*NEWS*NEWS*NEWS*NEWS*NEWS*NEWS*NEWS* High Sheriff of Essex, Sarah Courage, is inviting local community groups, young people and volunteers to apply to the High Sheriffs’ Awards Scheme for recognition and grants. The Essex Volunteer Centres Award is an opportunity for volunteers to nominate their voluntary or community group for an award. A cash award of £1,000 is given to the organisation, which best demonstrates the use of good practice in providing encouragement, support, training and supervision to volunteers. To nominate the organisation you volunteer for download an application form here The closing date for applications is 1st December 2008 About us Maldon and District CVS provides support and information for People wishing to volunteer People wanting to set up a community or volunteer group in the Maldon district Established groups In becoming a member of Maldon and District CVS you will join a group with over 250 member organisations and over 100 volunteers. As a member you will have access to our resources and services which include: Free access to a meeting/training room, suitable for up to 12 people. Equipment loan, for example OHPs, TV and Video equipment and display boards. Funding information, updates and searches Regular communication regarding community events and services Support with project planning and applications Free access to our resource library Networking opportunities Legal and constitutional information Information on training for the voluntary sector Click here to view our latest newsletter (1MB) M&DCVS also sends out regular bulletins to our members with time limited information Click here to view our latest E-Bulletin update