Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services
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- Typical grants
- £500 – £5,000
- Where they fund
- Pembrokeshire
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Email application
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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pavs.org.ukAbout Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services
Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS) is a grant-making organisation that administers several community funds on behalf of partners, all focused on supporting people and communities in Pembrokeshire. Their funding philosophy centres on collaboration, evidence of need, and community-led action, with a preference for projects that demonstrate added value, sustainability, and a willingness to help themselves. PAVS runs multiple funds, each with slightly different priorities, all tailored to the county's needs.
What Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services funds
PAVS funds a wide range of causes and activities across Pembrokeshire. These include environmental projects that enhance biodiversity or reduce carbon footprints, social initiatives addressing deprivation and poverty with an emphasis on youth, and programmes promoting wellbeing, education, safety, and community development. They also support volunteering and active citizenship, as well as short personalised breaks for unpaid carers. Specific priorities include creating a sustainable and resilient environment, a safe and inclusive waterway, and a skilled and confident community. All funded work must take place in Pembrokeshire and benefit local people.
Who can apply
PAVS welcomes applications from registered charities, community groups, social enterprises, and trusts that are based in Pembrokeshire and work for the benefit of local people. Some funds are open to all these types, while others may exclude community interest companies (CICs). The organisation prioritises projects that support youth, unpaid carers, and communities across the county. Eligibility can vary between funds, so applicants are encouraged to check the specific criteria of each programme.
What Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services doesn't fund
PAVS does not fund core costs, salaries, or capital works in most of their programmes. Some funds also exclude CICs. All grants must deliver clear local benefit, so projects without a defined Pembrokeshire focus are not eligible.
How they like to fund
PAVS administers several distinct funds on behalf of partner organisations, each with its own focus and criteria. They welcome unsolicited applications and fund project delivery, and in some cases equipment, but not core costs or salaries. One fund offers a community events model where charities host an event and receive a share of ticket proceeds.
How much does Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services give?
Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services runs 6 grant programmes. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.
Last verified 8 August 2026 · 69 sourced facts
- Expression of interest first
- Online application form
- 1 rounds a year
- Online application form
- Online application form
- 2 rounds a year
- Decisions in ~4 weeks
- Online application form
- 1 rounds a year
Those are the published figures. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you'd clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is what the free fit check answers.
What Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services funds — and what they won't
Host an evening event at Blue Lagoon Water Park; 75% of ticket proceeds go to the host charity, 25% to Bluestone Foundation.
Good to know
How to apply to Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services
Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services takes applications via email application.
- Published programme route: expression of interest first.
- Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.
How it works
- 1Describe your project. Once — used for this funder and others.
- 2See if this could be a fit. Honest check on cause, place, size, and rules.
- 3Draft if yes. From your real data — or move on if not.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services provide?
Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services runs 6 grant programmes — Bluestone Foundation Community Fund: £500 – £2,500 · Doing the Small Things Fund: Up to £3,000 · Port of Milford Haven Community Fund: Up to £5,000 · South Hook LNG Community Fund: Up to £5,000 · Time Out for Carers Fund: Up to £4,000.
Where does Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services fund charities?
Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services funds charities operating in Pembrokeshire.
Does Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services accept unsolicited applications?
Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.
How do I apply for funding from Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services?
Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services takes applications via email application. Published programme route: expression of interest first.
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