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Poorest Scots being left behind, health charity warns
Infants and young to middle aged men are thought to be the most at risk.
Read moreRevealed: the shocking growth of obscene wealth and extreme poverty
Oxfam report shows that there has been barely any progress to cut wealth inequality in Scotland
Read moreScottish aid charity warns of costs rising by a fifth
Alongside the cost of living crisis, many of the countries where the charity works are impacted by conflict, climate change
Read moreOverwhelming support for autism tsar
Commissioner would put rights of autistic people first
Read more“Save the date”: The Gathering 2023 details unveiled
The event will take place at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) in the capital.
Read moreScots choosing to heat not eat as living costs increase
As winter bites Scots can’t afford to heat and eat
Read moreCharities granted permission to appeal Rwanda ruling
Charities, including Care4Calais, applied for permission to appeal the courts judgement, which has now been granted.
Read moreTFN magazine’s January edition is out now – read it all here!
First TFN mag of the year looks at industrial relations in the charity sector
Read moreHow Scotland’s social enterprises help power the country’s economy
The annual income of social enterprises in the country is £4.8bn according to latest census
Read moreDoddie Aid 2023 smashes £1m fundraising landmark in just 11 days
Meanwhile, rowing legend launches Doddie Aid Britannia Regatta
Read moreCharity warns of foster care crisis
Waiting lists are growing
Read moreGlasgow Food Train enters fight for survival after losing council funding bid
Food Train’s rejected funding application to Glasgow City Council was for a three-year package of support made up of around
Read moreUrban farm could avoid closure, council says
Gorgie Farm in Edinburgh has said that talks are underway.
Read moreWorkers at Shelter win 7% pay rise after strike
Workers at Shelter took part in strike action late last year, with more than 600 staff taking part in the
Read moreActive Inclusion’s success can be a template for the future
As we reach the end of the Active Inclusion Fund’s lifetime, a new evaluation report presents findings on how and
Read more“Disastrous”: SCVO warns of knock-on effect of cuts to energy bill support
The Energy Bill Relief Scheme currently runs until the end of March, and is now set to be replaced by
Read moreHomelessness charity appoints new director of finance and corporate services
Cyrenians will welcome Mr MacLean after ten years as director of finance at Edinburgh University Students’ Association.
Read moreBan energy companies from forcing customers onto prepay meters
An MP called the forced switch “morally repugnant”
Read moreHolyrood committee launches Long Covid Inquiry
In Scotland, it is estimated that 187,000 people have self-reported long Covid.
Read moreGlasgow charity warns of imminent closure
“The lives of those we support will worsen as a result of its closure – as well as leading to
Read moreScottish charity appoints internationally renowned professor
He becomes chairman of its trustees
Read moreLongstanding charity chief executive to step down
She became a member of staff in 2012 and has led the charity through a decade of growth.
Read moreThe Charity Commission is changing the way it communicates with Trustees
The Charity Commission is aiming to build more supportive and meaningful relationships with individual trustees. As part of this, they
Read moreNew short Guidance for Trustees on political activity and campaigning for charities
What are the rules for charities that want to support, or oppose, a change in government policy or the law?
Read moreNew Practical Guide to Diversifying your Trustee Board
We know that there is a lack of diversity on trustee boards. There are numerous benefits to having a diverse
Read moreGovernment urged to set end date for fossil fuels
“This is a crucial decade for action on the climate crisis so Ministers must ensure that the plan sets an
Read moreUnique gym offers free access for those who are disadvantaged
Edinburgh-based social enterprise reaches out to wider population
Read moreCharities fear unsustainable running costs as energy support scheme ends
Organisations with premises face a running cost crisis as support ends
Read moreLGBT charity hits out at Tory ministers “interference” in Gender Reform Bill
Stonewall Scotland raised concerns about reported attempts to block the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill.
Read moreTurning Point Scotland forced to pay out after employment tribunal
Miss Mutter claimed to have suffered emotional distress over her treatment by the charity.
Read moreBenefit increase wiped out by cost of living
Thousand won’t see the benefits of extra cash
Read moreLandmine charity gets funding to continue life saving Ukraine work
Russia is using landmines indiscriminately across the war-torn country
Read moreFormer charity CEO to join social enterprise team
Brian has been the CEO of Age Scotland for over a decade.
Read moreScottish care charity appoints new chief executive
Jim Kane will take over as CEO at Community Integrated Care.
Read moreSupporting Wales’ disaster resilience with National Emergencies Trust
WCVA hosted an event to build connections between the National Emergencies Trust and key partners in Wales. Here we summarise
Read moreScottish charities demand braille inclusion on food labelling
Currently, braille labelling is only required for medicines, meaning braille users are not able to identify the food products they
Read moreWhich Scots charity workers and volunteers got gongs in the King’s New Year’s Honours list?
Third sector and civil society stalwarts rewarded for their selfless dedication
Read morePeople are feeling lonelier than ever this Christmas
Cost of living crisis is compounding isolation
Read moreCharity confirms Edinburgh urban farm set to close amid running costs crisis
The site, which which gives volunteering opportunities to disadvantaged young people and adults, has warned that rising costs and lack
Read moreCharity launches its 30th Race for Life
Anyone who joins this January can claim 50% off the entry fee
Read moreGlasgow community groups share £1m to help people through cost of living crisis
Maryhill Community Central Hall and Govanhill Baths Community Trust benefit from the latest round of funding
Read moreDoes wealth advice require a radical re-think?
The world is changing and with it the needs and expectations of wealth holders. Women of wealth, millennials and GEN
Read moreCharities welcome passing of gender recognition reform
The Scottish Government consulted publicly on the proposals in 2017, then published the bill and consulted again in 2019.
Read moreSocial enterprise charity appoints two young Scots to champion voice of youth
As members of Columba 1400’s board of trustees, Jessica and Marysia will take part in board meetings and sit on
Read moreCharities are facing “lacklustre” festive donations
Soaring costs of living are hitting the finances of charities
Read moreSoaring fuel bills will capsize charities helping the most vulnerable
Calls for targeted support for charities when energy relief scheme ends
Read moreNew chair and trustees appointed to board of agricultural society
“We are very much looking forward to working with Jimmy and Jane and grateful to all our trustees for the
Read moreNine charities get cash to help older people through “winter of despair”
Each get £40k to help them build capacity during the running costs crisis
Read more“Morally reprehensible”: High Court rules Government’s Rwanda deportation policy lawful
The decision is likely to lead to further legal challenges.
Read moreStreaming platform Twitch facing backlash after including “hate groups” on approved charities list
The LGB Alliance – which claims to be “gender critical” and has faced widespread criticism for its “anti-trans” work –
Read moreCharity implores exam authority to mark sacrifice of Asian soldiers in both world wars
The move would combat racism the organisation says
Read moreCharity reveals hidden cost of living crisis for Scotland’s disabled people
“We have seen examples of people having to make choices that the larger population might not even conceive of.”
Read moreShelter staff to be balloted over fresh pay deal as strike suspended
Members of Unite the Union at Shelter are being balloted on a new pay deal following talks between the parties.
Read moreTrustee appointed to board of housing charity
“We very much look forward to working with Karen, and would like to thank Jane for the huge contribution she
Read moreHomeless centre continues support as demand soars
Innovative approach to homelessness in Edinburgh
Read moreAward-winning architects help design £25m charity centre
Brief is to shape inclusive engagement
Read moreFormer PM praises voluntary sector’s role in getting people through the harshest of winters
Gordon Brown’s new publication looks at the lengths charities and community groups are going to in battling the cost of
Read moreMinister pledges to address issues of potential job losses at Rape Crisis Scotland
Deputy First Minister John Swinney gave the assurances to Monica Lennon in Holyrood.
Read moreOlder people face loneliness epidemic this Christmas
The festive season can spell misery for older people who are alone
Read moreChest, Heart & Stroke Scotland welcomes new chair
Amy’s appointment was announced at Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland’s (CHSS) recent AGM.
Read moreUK Shared Prosperity Fund update
We run through the latest information available on the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Following a quiet autumn on the UK
Read moreScottish star shares special message with people who access care and support
Organisation brings hundreds of people together
Read moreHolyrood committee launches call for evidence on people’s voices being heard in parliament
The Committee is seeking views from individuals, community groups and organisations on recommendations made by a Citizens’ Panel on public
Read moreVoluntary organisations across Scotland struggling as costs continue to rise
The wave 4 summary report presents key insights into Scotland’s third sector.
Read moreFurther commitments on sector needed from government, SCVO warns
During Thursday’s statement, the sector was mentioned twice in passing, and not at all in relation to investment.
Read moreNew outlet for social enterprise
Prime location in Glasgow
Read moreThird Sector gives mixed reviews of Scottish Government budget
Much more can – and must – be done to support people across Scotland, charities warned.
Read moreOnline tool is launched to foster creativity for hundreds of staff in charities
Employees will have access to online support
Read moreReport warns poverty remains biggest obstacle to implementing children’s rights in Scotland.
The research highlights that the situation for families the charity supports has significantly worsened, breaching children and young people’s fundamental
Read moreSoft toys sent to MSPs to highlight “unacceptable” grouse shooting
Shooting the birds for sport must end say campaigners
Read moreHalf a million available to charities tackling the cost of living crisis
More people than ever are likely to depend on help from a charity
Read moreNew CEO announced at leading charity
Brings 30 years experience to the post
Read moreCharity wants free rail travel policy
It wants this implemented for blind and partially sighted people and their companions
Read moreCare charity invites care experienced for memorable Christmas dinner
Open to all care experienced people
Read moreMajor new appointment for charity umbrella body
He will promote and safeguard the interests of third sector social care and support providers in Scotland
Read moreHuman rights group has new leadership
Jan Savage joins from Enable Scotland
Read moreChildline cases soar on back of children’s rising concerns post-Covid
More volunteers needed
Read moreVital charity faces job losses as funding is slashed
28 jobs are at risk
Read moreWorst year in memory for living standards of families on low incomes
Despite ground-breaking financial support Scots families are still desperately struggling
Read moreTFN’s December magazine is out now – read it here!
Last edition of the year celebrates charity sector successes
Read moreHost a visit in 2023: helping heritage organisations reach new audiences
Would you like to attract people from diverse backgrounds to get involved in your heritage organisation or project? As part
Read moreOur look back on 2022
As we come to the end of 2022 we take a look back at what we’ve achieved this year. 2022
Read moreParents face emotional toll as they can’t afford to give this Christmas
Cost of living is affecting relationships and mental health
Read moreIsle of Lewis community hub wins prestigious green energy award
The former school was purchased by volunteer group Urras Stòras An Rubha in 2015 and the plan to give the
Read moreConsultation launches on powers of Scotland’s charity regulator
Rules around who can be a charity trustee or senior office-holder in a charity would be tightened.
Read moreCampaigners: Scottish Government must use devolved tax levers to reduce and prevent poverty
Ahead of the Scottish Budget on 15 December, the Poverty Alliance, CPAG in Scotland, Oxfam Scotland, the Scottish Women’s Budget
Read morePublic urged to spend £5 to help homeless
Annual campaign launches
Read moreGovan wins Men’s Shed of the Year
Prestigious award goes to southside charity
Read moreHouseholds asked to donate their £400 government energy support
Community groups and charities would benefit
Read moreDay care centres win vital funding boost
Charity has been supporting older people for 75 years
Read moreScottish Government urged to prevent families being forced onto pre-payment meters
Thousands are being forced onto pre-pay tariffs
Read moreCharity workers strike – claiming pay deal could leave them homeless
Shelter staff say imposed pay deal leaves them unable to pay rent
Read moreNew fund opened for rewilding groups to tackle the climate crisis
£100,000 to be awarded to one large-scale project
Read moreCharity proves support still vital for fleeing Ukrainian families
Third sector support providing the difference to displaced families
Read moreStruggling to cope with the cost of living at Christmas? Seek help here
Charity provides vital information for those worries about money, debt and bills
Read moreThird sector conference faces up to the running costs crisis
CVS Inverclyde’s recent meeting provided a day of thought-provoking and impactful presentations
Read moreEdinburgh charity warns of rising bills “perfect storm”
Chief executive Lyndsay Fyffe-Jardine said she was “completely floored” by the price rises.
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