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A project which offers vital mental health support to cancer patients has secured funding for the next three years

Young Scot has been praised by its European partners for connecting with young carers during lockdown

A charity has produced an new app which aims to reduce loneliness and isolation

Government’s Den sees lobbyists arguing for a fifth of Scotland’s land to be managed for bloodsport

Giving increased but charities still struggled

Organisations urged to take part

An online calendar of events will be held from 2 to 6 November

Support to ensure care experienced young people are not isolated

Pastures new for social entrepeneur

Iriss has appointed Dee Fraser as its first chief executive

Another tragedy leads calls to act

The charity has been accused of portraying celebrities as ‘white saviours’ when visiting the continent

Organisations are being invited to attend an online seminar which looks at reducing isolation for older people

Appeal launched

Failure points to wider problems

Families are being relentlessly hit by austerity on top of the pandemic

Dawn Breslin will offer wellbeing support over the next 10 weeks

Questions had been asked after £1.4m in donations raised

Positive response to fundraising appeal

The Arkbound Foundation is looking for members of the LGBTQ+ community to share their stories as part of a new

Scottish Huntington’s Association will use the money to offer fuel poverty support to families living with inherited neurological disease

System is operational across other UK towns

Confidence is running low

Dog’s Trust and Simon Community Scotland are stepping up accomodation support for those with pets

Scottish Love in Action (SLA) is inviting supporters to host fundraising Diwali Dinners to help support struggling families in India

Champions League winner will be an ambassador for the group

Anxiety levels rocketing among disabled workers

Social entrepreneurs look at how they can survive – and thrive – in a changing market

Services to remember those lost in conflict have had to move online as a result of Covid-19

The annual awards ceremony celebrates creativity amongst voluntary arts

The first national study of child sexual exploitation in Scotland has been published

Many don’t know the law or legal process

Activists have blocked Grangemouth oil plant

Concerted effort wins through

The Scottish Public Service Awards offer the opportunity to celebrate outstanding achievements within Scotland’s civic landscape

Pioneering approach to support teen girls

Stark warning as pandemic tightens grip on economy

Pandemic affecting patients going to GPs

People’s Postcode Lottery players have helped feed 88,000 hungry children

Despite Covid challenges, the social enterprise sector has plenty to offer

Fraudsters using coronavirus to attack voluntary groups

Plea to save these centres from impending closure

Founder said that the case to disqualify her was unsupported

More must be done

Reputation is everything

Praise for those in business contributing to the cause

Campaign bids to end isolation and loneliness

They face deeper isolation and tougher restrictions

Much needed support

Innovative idea from the ehtical cafe chain

Well deserved

Appeal to supporters reaps dividends

Bitcoin transactions given to prominent charities

Online communities combat loneliness

Masks must now be worn in communal places in Scotland under new rules that have come into force

Organisations urged to be more vigilant

Less days but staff become more productive

Money has remained unspent for a decade

Scotland must do more to help those suffering long term health problems after contracting Covid-19, a health charity has said

Voluntary sector organisations have been working together to ensure support is there for the community

A group of six daredevils were not going to let Covid-19 stop them from raising vital funds

Integration is key

Comes with wealth of voluntary sector experience

Have a peek at the new look TFN magazine

Environmental charities are struggling to convince funders and the public to hand over their money

Former National Lottery Community Fund chair Maureen McGinn has been appointed to the role

Organisations can now access a free helpline for support and are being given the chance to assess how cyber resilient

Shoppers are embracing second hand clothes as the movement against fast fashion grows

Social return for investment

An independent panel will look at how museums can better portray Scotland’s colonial past

A national campaign has said more must be done to help those facing isolation this winter

Income losses due to pandemic

Two organisations have teamed up to launch a pack to encourage young people across Scotland to get active

Hearts and Minds – the charity behind the Clowndoctors – is offering support to special education needs schools

The University of Glasgow’s Internship Hub is looking to forge links with charities

Charity said it rejected depiction because of its political nature

Income hammered this year

Supports 10-15 year olds who are at risk of offending

New data provides stark warning for decision makers

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Age Scotland has welcomed Covid-19 visiting restrictions in care homes being eased

Survey estimates true cost to charities

Report exposes desperate plight of families “on-the-brink”

Staff gone above and beyond

The Queen’s Birthday Honours List was revealed at the weekend, and there was a focus on those who’ve supported the

Ministers bid to cut down reliance on everyday plastics

More support needed as employment scheme comes to an end

The NSPCC is holding a Virtual Assembly to ensure children know they can access support if required

The magazine has launched a new campaign looking at the support its sellers receive

Co-op movement is key to coronavirus recovery

Give a Dog a Bone allows older people to meet each other and interact with dogs

A social enterprise has issued a rallying call for people to take one day at a time and to reach

iThrive is an online space that contains information about mental health and wellbeing

200 year old charity is renamed

Charities miss out on more than £500 million every year in unclaimed Gift Aid