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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New electronic marketing rules for charities – the ‘charitable purpose soft opt-in’

The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, came into effect on 5th February 2026, introducing a new “charitable purpose soft opt-in” to the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR)....

03/03/2026

Seven Powys organisations awarded funding to strengthen community wellbeing

Young people, carers, newly diagnosed residents and families affected by dementia are set to benefit from new projects launched by seven community organisations across Powys. The projects have secured support...

02/03/2026

Powys volunteers meet The Prince and Princess of Wales during Newtown visit

Forty-two volunteers from across Powys, representing 15 local community groups, met The Prince and Princess of Wales at Hafan yr Afon in Newtown on 26 February. The visit formed part...

02/03/2026

Draft National Strategy for Unpaid Carers – responding to the consultation

Welsh Government has launched a consultation on a new draft National Strategy for Unpaid Carers, which sets out an ambition for Wales to become a Carer Aware nation. The consultation is open...

19/02/2026

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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.