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Research shows decline in volunteer recruitment as charities fail to invest
Organisations have failed to resource hiring volunteers
Read MorePublic wants to see more action on beaver reintroductions
Government agencies dragging their heels on restoring the keystone species, say campaigners
Read MoreFund paves way for improved local active travel networks
A further £1.168million is now available.
Read MoreNGOs urge UK to back ICJ ruling on Rafah
UK needs to back groups and condemn Israel’s continued assault in the region
Read MoreScots urged to be aware of general election voting rules and deadlines
Don’t get caught out and lose your vote, urges charity
Read MoreGeneral election 2024: we need a humane politics
There has been a muted reaction to news of the 4 July Westminster poll from Scotland’s charity sector
Read MoreRefugee Festival Scotland reveals 2024 programme
Events will be held across the country between June 14 and 23.
Read MoreDuke and Duchess of Windsor’s charity at risk over tax issue
California’s Registry of Charities and Fundraisers has branded the Archewell foundation as “delinquent”.
Read MoreAction on climate change is a “scientific and moral imperative” say civil society leaders
More than 30 individuals have signed statements calling on the Scottish and UK governments to “bridge the widening gap” between
Read MoreCharity project success recognised at cinema showcase
The event was held at the Highland Cinema in Fort William.
Read MoreDitching international development minister gives wrong message at wrong time
Role has been in place for 20 successful years says aid group
Read MoreAward scheme more popular than ever
One of the most successful programmes for young people ever
Read MoreStop the slaughter: aid groups say pressure must be put on Israel over Rafah attack
“A ceasefire is the only way to stop the death and destruction, get more aid to those who desperately need
Read MoreTrain wins the fight with flight
Campaigners hail success to push train as a more sustainable mode of travel
Read MoreAnimal charity backs sky lantern and helium baloon ban
Airborne objects present a danger to vulnerable animals and pets
Read MorePaw-liticians’ pooches rewarded at Holyrood’s dog of the year awards
Big round of a-paws goes to Marie McNair’s terrier Heidi
Read MoreChaos at Holyrood: Scotland’s charities speak out
Hard fought for policies which can transform lives must be maintained, they say
Read MoreDiCaprio-backed Scottish rewilding campaign smashes fundraising target in a week
It aims to make Scotland the world’s first Rewilding Nation
Read MoreTFN magazine’s April edition is out now – read it all here!
New mag looks at the halo effect, the four day week, sector funding and much, much more
Read MoreDiCaprio-backed Scottish rewilding campaign aims to raise £200k in a week
Hollywood star said: “with this campaign, Scotland could be a world leader in rewilding its landscapes”
Read MoreCharities savage Scottish Government as it ditches climate pledge
“Re-writing Scotland’s climate rulebook is an acute global embarrassment”
Read MoreCalls made to extend vital community transport fund
It is seen as being important in a Just Transition to net zero
Read MoreFox hunters are flagrantly flouting the ban in Scotland, finds charity
“Scottish fox hunts appear to be trying to ride a coach and horses through the new law”
Read MoreHow the running costs crisis is gripping charities across Europe
And how the sector is fighting back, across the continent
Read MoreCan charities become blind to abuses because they have an aura of moral goodness?
Self-glorification can lead to unethical behaviour, termed the “NGO halo effect”
Read MoreNew network to support young crofters launches
Crofting is becoming increasingly more popular
Read MoreTabloid attacks Scottish charity over language guide
Organisation says guide is to help negotiate problematic terms
Read MoreJobs on the line as budget crisis rocks Scots environment charity
19 jobs could go and operations have been scaled back
Read MoreThree UK charity workers killed by IDF strike
Updated news reveals three Brits were killed in a deadly blast
Read MoreBritish charity worker killed after alleged airstike in Gaza
Details have yet to be confirmed
Read MoreCharity whisky proves to be the water of life
Profits will fund clean water projects in Madagascar
Read MoreThird sector groups join to help environment projects attract investment
Funded by the Scottish Government, Social Investment Scotland has joined forces with NatureScot and The National Lottery Heritage Fund to
Read MoreTFN’s Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise 2024 is out now – read it here!
New publication looks at inclusion, diversity, equality and environmentalism in the sector
Read More“Monumental day for Scotland” as tough new law protects wildlife and countryside
Chirs Packham urges England to follow suit
Read MoreSystem exposes Scots children to harm
New laws needed to stop the exploitation of children.
Read MoreBuy local buy ethical pledge from social firms launches
Communities will benefit if more people and businesses buy local
Read MoreCoalition calls for Scotland to be the first rewilding nation in the world
Campaigners want Scottish Government to take bold action
Read MoreResearch reveals climate crisis concerns for charity leaders
Their greatest worry is the financial impact on service users
Read MoreAnnie Lennox’s global campaign calls for cash support to fight gender-based violence
Coincides with International Women’s Day
Read MoreHuman rights group’s fury after ad is blocked
The hard hitting campaign stars Olivia Colman and Adrian Lester and will be shown in cinemas after it was rejected
Read MoreFunding for Scottish charity to deliver paediatric surgery in African country
Steve Lansdown CBE and his wife Maggie have committed the funding to support a £2million surgical care project.
Read MoreUK funding to clear mines around the world will protect more than 50,000 thousand people
Scotland-based charity The HALO Trust are one of the two groups involved in the programme.
Read MoreNGOs demand Gaza ceasefire – and condemn use of hunger as a weapon of war
The groups say this is the only way to comply with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 2417
Read MoreRSABI welcomes two new trustees to board
Carole Brunton and Ian Hope each bring a wealth of agricultural experience and knowledge to the charity.
Read MoreRebrand for Scottish refugee charity
The charity has also said a new website will be launched following the name change.
Read MoreMajor charity accepts union recognition after months of negotiations
Some 800 staff voted for union representation
Read MoreRevealed: the Scottish constituencies which could be key green battlegrounds
Environmental concerns could tip the vote in five marginal seats
Read MoreFirst woman chair for outdoors charity
Mountaineering Scotland have appointed Jo Dytch to lead their board
Read MoreBritain’s countryside: a racist colonial white space unwelcoming to minorities?
Report finds racism in rural settings
Read MoreMSP launches charity-backed bill consultation on end to greyhound racing
Mark Ruskell wants to make it illegal to hold races in Scotland.
Read MoreHistoric Environment Scotland achieves LGBT Charter Mark
HES become the first heritage organisation in Scotland to be accredited for its commitment to LGBT+ inclusivity.
Read MoreOver £620,000 awarded to support Dumfries and Galloway community groups
The Community Led Local Development (CLLD) programme was open to Dumfries and Galloway-based charities
Read MoreFunding allows bakery to rise again
Heritage project underway
Read MoreAid group ditches bank over fossil fuel investments
Charity said it has done the right thing
Read MoreCheeky monkey found after five day search
The Japanese Macaque was apprehended in a garden.
Read MoreGlasgow CIC enters administration following financial troubles
Locavore said it has saved 77 jobs and two stores despite the concerns.
Read MoreInternational aid charities plead with UK Government to stop arms sales in Gaza conflict
The calls come after the International Court of Justice issued a preliminary ruling on claims of genocide against Palestinians.
Read MoreAnimal charity calls on Scottish Government to uphold pledge on welfare
Ministers committed to consult on issue
Read MoreMonkey escapes from Highland zoo
A Japanese Macaque – also known as a Snow Monkey – went missing from the Highland Wildlife Park.
Read MoreCharities tell leaders: make the climate emergency a priority in 2024
A diverse group of organisations presented Scottish party leaders with a giant card containing their climate new year’s resolutions
Read MoreCharities and NGOs must strive to present “a more diverse cast of characters”
Shocking images are being used less but more needs to be done
Read MoreTFN magazine’s January edition is out now – read it here!
First mag of the year looks at the state of civil society world wide, women in the sector and charity
Read MoreTens of thousands forced onto pay as you go energy against their wishes
Companies said to have used a “back door” approach.
Read MoreThird sector groups unite to bid for new Scottish national park
Area in the Highlands is one of the world’s most beautiful places
Read MoreScottish Government forced to come clean on climate impacts after charity pressure
The prospect of legal action has won a promise from ministers.
Read MoreChief executive to leave Living Streets
Stephen Edwards joined the UK walking charity in 2018.
Read MoreEvery jumper tells a story – and all for a good cause
Covent Garden comes to Byres Road
Read MoreScots voluntary sector leaders, staff and volunteers get gongs in New Year Honours
Dedication of more than 100 Scots has been recognised
Read MoreOxfam workers celebrate pay deal following Unite campaign
Members took two days of industrial action earlier this month
Read MoreDonor impressed by charity’s work immediately signs cheque for £2.4m
Eye-watering donation is record amount
Read MoreTriple hit as charities and third sector projects announce closure
Funding challenges have contributed to the closures, which will come into effect next year.
Read MoreCouncil votes to ban sky lanterns and helium balloons
The Scottish Borders Council voted unanimously at a meeting of the full council.
Read MoreCampaigners slam Civil Justice Council for lack of transparency
Legal costs still prohibitive
Read MoreTFN magazine’s December edition is out now – read it here!
Final mag of the year looks at what we have lost in 2023
Read MoreScotland told to show climate leadership after COP28
The climate talks failed to reach an agreement on urgently phasing out fossil fuels.
Read MoreScottish Refugee Council welcomes four new board members
The charity’s appointments includes three people with lived experience.
Read MoreCommission says “significant” action needed to put Scotland on track for Just Transition
“This is a huge opportunity for policymakers to address inequalities.”
Read MoreRemote woodland saved as part of rewilding initiative
The Caledonian forest once covered much of the Highlands.
Read MoreStrike action suspended as Oxfam puts forward improved offer
Scheduled action throughout December is put on hold
Read MoreScottish Refugee Council selected for Guardian Charity Appeal
As part of the appeal, the newspaper will profile the charities’ vital work through articles and a film.
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: board member says street paper network faces “collapse”
The chief executive of the International Network of Street Papers (INSP) has denied there is a crisis.
Read MoreScottish climate event to join COP28 Global Day of Action
The Edinburgh event will bring together the voices of thousands of people united for action.
Read MoreCharities and campaigners unite to fight ongoing closure of 200-year-old path
HES shut the iconic 200-year-old path in September 2018 due to concerns about rockfall.
Read MoreScottish-based NGOs share climate impact funding
Projects focus on drought and flooding
Read MoreUK workers want employers to play active role during disasters
The National Emergencies Trust and Business in the Community’s research shows overwhelming support.
Read MorePeatland in danger over windfarm extension in area of natural beauty
Development is in the heart of the Monadhliath Mountains
Read MoreCountry in midst of litter emergency
Reports confirm extent of Scotland’s litter crisis
Read MoreScottish woodland charity criticised for “greenwashing” partnership with BP
The partnership has described as “deeply problematic”
Read MoreCop28: Scotland must show leadership on the climate crisis
“With talks being hosted by one of the world’s biggest exporters of fossil fuels, many are very doubtful we will
Read MoreNow we rise: global day of action to demand climate justice
People in Scotland will add their voices to those around the world demanding urgent change
Read MoreChair resigned after £1.5 billion charity backed petition calling for Gaza ceasfire
Interim chair has been appointed
Read MoreLeading charity will strike for half of December following collapse of pay offer
Union accuses charity of “rank hypocrisy”
Read MoreWarm words not enough as white paper fails to convince aid charities
Financing is the elephant in the room, and UK government fails to address this
Read MoreCaithness charity campaign for visitor attraction has site agreed
The idea of a replica broch being built in Caithness was first raised in 2012.
Read MoreCharity tells richest Scots to “clean up their acts”
The call comes from Oxfam Scotland with the Scottish Budget set to be unveiled on December 19.
Read MoreNGOs demand Sunak condemns Israel’s war in Gaza
A joint letter implores PM to explicitly condemn Israel
Read MoreThird sector proves worth helping Ukrainian families settle
Organisations have worked tirelessly to provide a home from home for refugees
Read MoreScottish charity takes the global hunger message to the steps of Number 10
Loud and clear message delivered before food summit
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