Urgent calls for council tax revaluation
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Historic Environment Scotland achieves LGBT Charter Mark
HES become the first heritage organisation in Scotland to be accredited for its commitment to LGBT+ inclusivity.
Read moreInvestigation launched after theft at Dundee clothes banks
Clothing was stolen at both the Riverside Drive and South Road sites in the city.
Read moreHead of Stonewall Scotland to step down
Colin Macfarlane will leave the charity after over 12 years.
Read moreEdinburgh-Based charity awarded Gold Investors in People Accreditation
After maintaining a silver ranking for the past three years, Into Work is delighted to have progressed to achieve gold
Read moreHolyrood committee urges Scottish Government to deliver on multi-year funding commitments
The committee’s convener, SNP MSP Kenneth Gibson, urged the government to go further on measures that would support the sector.
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 moreJournalist and community organiser appointed director at film charity
Rachel Hamada will take up post with Edinburgh-based Take One Action.
Read moreClamp down on scam churches urge campaigners
Faith groups using ‘advancement of religion’ to exploit people
Read moreWomen going for lower paid jobs as cost-of-living pressures grow
The desperation to make ends meet is leading women to look for lower-skilled work
Read moreHuge increase in crisis grants shows impact of rising costs
Personal debt is rising
Read moreFunding boost helps Highlanders with soaring cost of living
Service is unique to the region
Read moreHalf of Scots are worried about debt
StepChange: “our latest research shows just how deep the impacts of the cost of living crisis are”
Read morePoverty’s grip is less in Scotland than UK but still affects 1.1 million
Scottish child payment has reduced poverty
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 moreFoster care hampered by misconceptions
Charity launches campaign to encourage more to become carers
Read moreCommunity justice charity adds to board
Faye Shaw, Greg Maxwell, Heather Irving, and Natalya Macholla will all join Sacro’s board.
Read more“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 moreAnti-poverty charity sees income soar thanks to huge increase in public donations
Public repond by digging deep to help society’s poorest
Read moreScottish Government to cut community safety charity’s grant funding by half
From April SCSN will receive just half of the grant funding from the Scottish Government.
Read moreCharity confirms closure of vital service as funders slash budget
Vulnerable women are at risk bosses say
Read moreEquality Network appoint new CEO
Dr Rebecca Crowther will take over at the helm, replacing Tim Hopkins.
Read moreCharity awarded £5,000 to support prison radio project
Their work will be broadcast nationally across other Scottish prisons.
Read moreCarers lose thousands in income each year
Nearly half of working age carers lose £12,000 of income per year because they provide care.
Read moreTens of thousands forced onto pay as you go energy against their wishes
Companies said to have used a “back door” approach.
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 moreCash will help groups work together to tackle the causes of inequality
Funding will help groups go beyond dealing with the symptoms of inequality and contribute to reducing it at its root
Read moreResearch reveals huge uncertainty over legacy giving
Generations have different priorities driven by economic worries
Read moreCampaigners call for ban on force fitting prepaid meters as companies resume installations
Ruling comes in the midst of winter and the cost-of-living crisis
Read moreHundreds of thousands of Scots huddling in community centres and libraries just to keep warm
People driven from homes the cannot afford to heat
Read moreFilm celebrating pioneering women activists nominated for major award
And you can help it win by voting for it!
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 moreCharity founder dies aged 61
She was feted by politicians and celebrities
Read moreOxfam workers celebrate pay deal following Unite campaign
Members took two days of industrial action earlier this month
Read moreGovernment confirm blocking of gender reform will not be appealed
The bill passed with a huge majority in Holyrood last year.
Read more“A missed opportunity”: third sector slams Scottish budget plans
The Scottish Government published its 2024/25 draft budget, outlining the SNP-Green administration’s spending plans for next year
Read moreScottish budget offers “sticking plasters” for social problems
Campaigners and charities from across the third sector have hit out at the “short-term budget sticking plasters” offered by the
Read moreDepute chief executive unveiled for Who Cares? Scotland
Kenny Murray, who previously served as director of engagement and influence, will take on the role from January 2024.
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 moreCharity think-tanks named in report on funding transparency
The project initially ran from 2012 – 2019, with openDemocracy now relaunching the project with a series of new audits.
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 moreWinding up leads to huge windfall for Edinburgh charity
One of the country’s oldest charities has closed
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 moreHundreds of thousands of Scots worried about energy debt
Demand for advice on energy debt from the CAB network rose by 34 per cent.
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 moreOxfam workers walk out as winter strike gets underway
Around 500 workers and 200 shops will be affected by the action.
Read moreNew role for senior charity staffer
Marie-Claire will become head of strategic engagement at the institution early in 2024.
Read moreCare-experienced children affected by sibling imprisonment are slipping under the radar
A disproportionate number of care-experienced children and young people had a sibling held in prison or secure care.
Read moreKids face cutbacks on clothes and hobbies due to soaring bills, research finds
An estimated 235,219 people had cut back on hobbies and leisure activities for their children in the past year.
Read moreScottish anti-poverty charities back tax calls ahead of Scottish Budget
A new STUC report outlines how the Scottish Government could raise up to £3.7billion more per year from progressive tax
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 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 moreFinal plea to First Minister over Rape Crisis centres
Up to 30 jobs could be under threat amid funding cuts
Read moreCollective urges folk to donate old or unused Christmas trees and decorations for the needy
Cost of living crisis means many will endure a sparse festive season
Read moreScottish woodland charity criticised for “greenwashing” partnership with BP
The partnership has described as “deeply problematic”
Read moreCharity to overhaul trustees in diversity transition
The Tudor Trust is currently closed for applications, having “set aside time to re-think how the trust operates in future”
Read moreWork of Samaritans commended at charity’s 70th anniversary celebration
The reception marked the charity’s 70th anniversary at the Scottish Parliament.
Read moreShelter Scotland welcomes Glasgow’s housing emergency declaration
“The declaration of a housing emergency must be just the beginning of a journey.”
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 moreHollywood star visits Scottish charity projects
Isla Fisher was in Lanarkshire to ensure children get the bright future they deserve
Read moreEHRC facing Special Review after charity concerns
The UK’s human rights watchdog is under Special Review after LGBTQ+ charities raised concerns.
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 moreRape Crisis centres face loss of life-saving services as funding cut looms
Many jobs could be lost in the process
Read moreScottish child payment must rise to £30 warns civil society
First minister must deliver on his leadership campaign commitment
Read moreDebt charity warns those relying on credit will struggle to afford Christmas
Inflation has slowed but prices remain high
Read moreTransition bill vote down “devastating” laments Duncan-Glancy
Disabled people will keep fighting says Labour MSP
Read moreScots language body reported to charity regulator
The centre has drawn criticism for the “manner in which the charity has responded to individuals raising those issues” of
Read moreCharity sector hits out at Westminster budget
Charities had said that the announcement was an opportunity for the Chancellor to extend a lifeline to struggling people and
Read moreHolyrood committee takes on SCVO Fair Funding recommendations
Parliament’s Social Justice and Social Security Committee has taken forward a number of calls made by SCVO.
Read moreCampaigners slam chancellor’s “shamefull sleight of hand” as energy cap increases
Bills are still 85% higher than before the energy crisis
Read moreHomeless project aims to prove prevention is better than cure
Homelessness is not inevitable campaigners say
Read moreNew Carer Support Payment launches in Scotland
It will eventually replace Carers Allowance
Read moreCampaigners launch social history project to track young people’s experiences
Unique project will establish a historic archive of material
Read moreNew director for addiction support service
Louise will deliver the charity’s strategy and lead its 15 services across Scotland.
Read moreWorried this winter: people struggling with energy bills can get help
Over 1.4 million people in Scotland are worried about being able to adequately heat their home this winter
Read moreCo-founder of legal charity to leave in 2024
Jen Ang has been with JustRight Scotland for seven years.
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 moreRape crisis centres publish recommendations for service’s future
The strategic review, published in June of this year, made several welcome recommendations for the funding of VAWG services.
Read moreThird sector proves worth helping Ukrainian families settle
Organisations have worked tirelessly to provide a home from home for refugees
Read moreNew house prototype launched by homelessness charity
Houses will feature in new villages for homeless people
Read moreAppeal launched as vital fund looks set to run out before Christmas
Charity needs to secure critical donations for its Urgent Assistance Fund
Read moreCharity founder celebrated at university graduation
Ann established the charity Action Against Stalking in 2014.
Read moreScottish charity takes the global hunger message to the steps of Number 10
Loud and clear message delivered before food summit
Read moreCharities hit out at Sunak’s renewed Rwanda bid
The Supreme Court had ruled in favour of an appeal by charities and campaign groups.
Read moreTFN magazine’s November edition is out now – read it here!
New mag showcases the #EssentialSector campaign
Read moreEquality action plan applauded
LGBTI organisations praise new government action plan
Read moreCharities hail victory for refugees as government loses Rwanda case
The country’s highest court ruled the plan unlawful following an appeal led by charities.
Read moreUnite members back strike action at Glasgow East Women’s Aid
Glasgow East Women’s Aid membership have emphatically supported strike action.
Read moreCharities urge new foreign secretary to stick to aid pledge
Organisations react to former prime minister David Cameron’s appointment to the role
Read moreScots believe big business doesn’t do enough for charity
97% of Scots believe that service providers don’t do enough for charity
Read moreMore than 100 organisations call on first minister to value social care
Groups sign joint letter ahead of 2024-25 Scottish Budget
Read morePoorest diabetes patients suffer worst levels of NHS care
Disparity between health boards with poorest areas worse off
Read moreOlder people urgently need support to get through another difficult winter
LifeCare encourages people to share a little warmth through the charity’s Winter Warmer appeal
Read more“Nothing pure about philanthropy”: Sector grapples with systems of oppression
SCVO’s The Gathering heard from Lankelly Chase about their radical plans.
Read more“The ones who shone through”: First Minister praises third sector
The SNP leader was speaking at SCVO’s the Gathering.
Read moreGender imbalance is holding back the charity sector
While women account for more than two-thirds of the workforce, it is men who dominate the most influential decision-making positions
Read moreEdinburgh CIC expands its winter coat exchange across the UK
Having to sacrifice basic necessities such as a winter coat can have a hugely detrimental impact on a person’s dignity
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