Helping organisations, improving people's lives

Powys Association of Voluntary Organisations (PAVO) is the County Voluntary Council for Powys, supporting the third sector across the county.

We’re committed to providing vital services to empower third sector organisations and improve people's lives.

We do this by acting as a CATALYST for voluntary action, a legitimate VOICE for Powys’ communities and third sector, and a HUB of essential information.

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National Safeguarding Week 9-13 November 2026

Lived Experience is the overarching theme for National Safeguarding Week 2026 across Mid and West Wales. The theme recognises the importance of listening to and learning from people’s experiences, and...

15/10/2026

Community Transport in Powys: Services, impact and future needs

How is Community Transport supporting communities across Powys, and what is needed to sustain these vital services for the future? PAVO’s Community Transport Report for 2024–25 provides an overview of...

15/10/2026

Baromedr Cymru Wave 5 now open: funding and finances in focus

When Baromedr Cymru last looked at funding, 45% of organisations said their financial position had deteriorated, 56% had used reserves in the previous 12 months and 33% said funders did...

15/10/2026

Have your say on the future of health services in Powys

People across Powys are being encouraged to take part in a major public consultation on the future of local NHS services. Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB) will run a public...

05/10/2026

Training and Events

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Third Sector Support Wales

Third Sector Support Wales (TSSW) is a network of 19 local and regional County Voluntary Councils, along with the Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA), the national support body. Together we work across Wales to support the voluntary sector.

Explore TSSW’s digital platforms to connect with volunteers and organisations seeking volunteers, enhance your knowledge with courses and resources, find funding opportunities, and discover third sector community and voluntary services.