“Often overlooked”: third sector pivotal to Scotland’s economy, research shows
Scotland’s third sector plays a pivotal role in addressing societal challenges and fostering community well-being
Read moreScotland’s third sector plays a pivotal role in addressing societal challenges and fostering community well-being
Read morePublic repond by digging deep to help society’s poorest
Read moreFrom April SCSN will receive just half of the grant funding from the Scottish Government.
Read moreVulnerable women are at risk bosses say
Read moreThe V and A Museum in Dundee will stage just one major exhibit each year.
Read moreAberdeen Performing Arts has appointed Edel Harris OBE, it has been announced.
Read moreEdinburgh Leisure said there had been “misleading” reporting in the media.
Read moreHuge sum is going wanting as charities see demand for services soar
Read moreInvesting in Volunteers is celebrating the start of 2024 by offering you 10% off the award if you sign up
Read moreDr Rebecca Crowther will take over at the helm, replacing Tim Hopkins.
Read more“We are thrilled to have attracted such a significant third sector leader to our organisation”
Read moreTheir work will be broadcast nationally across other Scottish prisons.
Read moreAn investigation is now under way to determine the cause of the blaze.
Read moreNearly half of working age carers lose £12,000 of income per year because they provide care.
Read moreCompanies said to have used a “back door” approach.
Read moreBy bringing together a community of generosity from large donors to small, Big Give says it aims to double the
Read moreLocal councillor says news is “totally out the blue”
Read moreRecent research by National Council for Voluntary Organisations highlights the motivations and barriers to volunteering for minority ethnic groups across
Read moreInstallation grants are now available to fund improvements to the energy efficiency of properties owned by voluntary organisations in Wales.
Read moreArea in the Highlands is one of the world’s most beautiful places
Read moreCash comes from Victim Surcharge Fund
Read moreThe prospect of legal action has won a promise from ministers.
Read moreFunding will help groups go beyond dealing with the symptoms of inequality and contribute to reducing it at its root
Read moreStephen Edwards joined the UK walking charity in 2018.
Read moreGenerations have different priorities driven by economic worries
Read moreAutism Understanding Scotland announced it will shut its doors at the end of January.
Read moreRuling comes in the midst of winter and the cost-of-living crisis
Read morePeople driven from homes the cannot afford to heat
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Read moreHuge fundraiser enourages Scots of all abilities to raise vital cash for cancer research
Read moreShe is also chair of the Charities Aid Foundation Bank
Read moreCovent Garden comes to Byres Road
Read moreDedication of more than 100 Scots has been recognised
Read moreShe was feted by politicians and celebrities
Read moreA third of organisations reported this as one of their top challenges
Read moreResearch also found a third of organisations are dipping into reserves
Read moreThe charity said an “insecurity of funding” had led to the decision.
Read moreMembers took two days of industrial action earlier this month
Read moreThe bill passed with a huge majority in Holyrood last year.
Read moreGang await sentencing
Read moreJemima has won and been nominated for a number of awards and has directed more than 42 professional productions.
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Read moreEye-watering donation is record amount
Read moreThe Scottish Government published its 2024/25 draft budget, outlining the SNP-Green administration’s spending plans for next year
Read moreCampaigners and charities from across the third sector have hit out at the “short-term budget sticking plasters” offered by the
Read moreWelsh Government’s draft budget for 2024/25 has alarming consequences for the voluntary sector in Wales. Welsh Government released its draft
Read moreClaims of racial discrimination were dismissed
Read moreKenny Murray, who previously served as director of engagement and influence, will take on the role from January 2024.
Read moreFunding challenges have contributed to the closures, which will come into effect next year.
Read moreHe will use his expertise and influence to raise awareness about the critical issues affecting children and young people
Read moreVoluntary groups will be told of funding arrangements “as soon as is practicably possible” going forward.
Read moreAn open letter was issued to the leaders of Scotland’s five main political parties issued on the eve of the
Read moreSector is subsidising the NHS according to campaigners
Read moreThe Scottish Borders Council voted unanimously at a meeting of the full council.
Read moreHelen Kidd heads the Third Sector team at legal firm Lindsays
Read moreA free webinar for organisations looking to develop volunteering opportunities that could support someone’s journey into a social care career.
Read more“I very much look forward to working with Sam, Janis, Neil, and Jane to ensure there is no life half
Read moreThe charity has welcomed Marion Cordiner, who will head up their marketing activity.
Read moreThe project initially ran from 2012 – 2019, with openDemocracy now relaunching the project with a series of new audits.
Read moreShe brings a wealth of experience to VHS
Read moreLegal costs still prohibitive
Read moreVital funding of £3.5 million
Read moreFinal mag of the year looks at what we have lost in 2023
Read moreOne of the country’s oldest charities has closed
Read moreThe charity’s appointments includes three people with lived experience.
Read moreThe climate talks failed to reach an agreement on urgently phasing out fossil fuels.
Read more“This is a huge opportunity for policymakers to address inequalities.”
Read more22% of Scotland’s adult population volunteered in 2022.
Read moreThe only deaf-led event of its kind in Scotland
Read moreThe Caledonian forest once covered much of the Highlands.
Read moreDemand for advice on energy debt from the CAB network rose by 34 per cent.
Read moreScotland’s Towns Partnership (STP) has appointed Kimberley Guthrie as its new chief officer.
Read moreOur 2022/23 annual report provides examples of what we did towards the ambitious goals we’ve set ourselves, and the difference
Read moreFollowing a consultation exercise, the new National Framework for Social Prescribing launched on 7 December 2023. The new National Framework
Read moreWe’re looking for someone with good experience of stakeholder engagement to lead our Helpforce Cymru project, focussing on volunteering in
Read moreScheduled action throughout December is put on hold
Read moreAs part of the appeal, the newspaper will profile the charities’ vital work through articles and a film.
Read moreThree challenges available in four cities
Read moreAround 500 workers and 200 shops will be affected by the action.
Read moreThe chief executive of the International Network of Street Papers (INSP) has denied there is a crisis.
Read moreMarie-Claire will become head of strategic engagement at the institution early in 2024.
Read moreThey call for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza
Read morePenalty includes paying cash to charities
Read moreA disproportionate number of care-experienced children and young people had a sibling held in prison or secure care.
Read moreChoir works to improve mental health
Read moreFirst time in seven years an increase has been tabled
Read moreChildren are being enticed to vape
Read moreRecord amount raised
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Read moreAn estimated 235,219 people had cut back on hobbies and leisure activities for their children in the past year.
Read moreA new STUC report outlines how the Scottish Government could raise up to £3.7billion more per year from progressive tax
Read moreNews (UK) 6 December 2023 A general election is on the horizon and we understand that many
Read moreThe re-launched Volunteering Wales platform is a simple, effective and completely free way for organisations and volunteers to find each
Read moreThe Edinburgh event will bring together the voices of thousands of people united for action.
Read moreShe succeeds Shereen Nanjiani MBE, who served as chair for ten years.
Read moreHES shut the iconic 200-year-old path in September 2018 due to concerns about rockfall.
Read moreProjects focus on drought and flooding
Read moreBoost for cancer research group
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