New safeguarding review process for Wales
Welsh Government is consulting on draft statutory guidance for a new Single Unified Safeguarding Review (SUSR) process for Wales. The
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“Urgent action needed”: Alarm at local child poverty figures
New research has warned levels of child poverty remain unacceptably high across Scotland and the rest of the UK.
Read moreCharity announces new director
Wendy McAuslan will join the team of Scottish Attachment in Action.
Read moreCommunities unite to oppose energy giant’s plans
Area was made famous in classic novel
Read moreThird sector to get fees for supporting people applying for Scottish Government disability benefits
The £33.50 fee will be paid when they are asked by Social Security Scotland to complete a supporting information request
Read moreFoundation closes as charity group restructures
No jobs will be shed
Read moreScots businessman launches children’s charity
Its aim is to give children the right tools to succeed in life including literacy, numeracy and the basic online
Read moreGreta Thunberg returns to Scotland to give talk
Community groups can apply for free tickets
Read moreHospitality group creates new charity
Aims to address cost-of-living crisis
Read moreDown’s Syndrome Scotland adds to board
The three new appointments are taken from across the third sector.
Read moreTop award for young volunteer
Schoolboy receives accolades for commitment to volunteering
Read moreGreen-fingered communities to benefit from cash boost
Funded by the Scottish Government, projects can apply for part of the £100,000 fund.
Read moreDeaf charity unveils new five-year strategy
The paper, Every Moment Counts, looks to provide support to deaf children as soon as their deafness is identified.
Read moreSmall grants programme launched
Grants awarded up to £2,000
Read moreGrowing Climate Confidence: Emission-reducing project launched
The website will allow third sector organisations in Scotland learn about the climate crisis.
Read moreGovernment failure to eradicate poverty holds back economy and damages livelihoods, new research reveals
In a major report the leading charities warn that the failure of successive governments to drive down poverty is causing
Read moreTV host dropped from charity
Mr Schofield was also dropped by his talent agency, and has now had all ties severed with the Prince’s Trust.
Read moreNew report urges more investment in advice
Citizens Advice Scotland are the largest provider of free advice in Scotland.
Read moreLeading charity chief revealed as convicted killer
Charity says chief executive’s past is a matter of public record
Read moreTributes paid as inspiring philanthropist and fundraiser dies
A tireless and selfless fundraiser
Read moreReport shines light on Scotland’s role in social and environmental harm
The demand for these materials is going to increase significantly with the growing energy transition.
Read moreWho Cares? Scotland chair to step down
Ryan McCuaig will leave the post at the end of June to allow him to focus on his legal career.
Read moreRegulator steps in as one of UK’s biggest charities fails to balance books
Executives admit the organisation could go bust
Read more‘Remarkable volunteer’ receives royal accolade
Dave, a volunteer with Royal Voluntary Service, has been given royal recognition as part of the official coronation celebrations. Dave
Read moreFrom volunteer to midwifery career – Heidi’s story
Heidi volunteered with Betsi Cadwaladr Robins volunteer scheme in order to get experience. Now she is on her way to
Read moreEdinburgh-based charity set to open new site
The newest centre will create 18 new Living Wage jobs in the community when it opens in September 2023.
Read morePilot project aims to reduce restraint in care settings
Innovative programme looks at alternatives to restraining young people
Read moreValue of CAB volunteers tops £17million since the pandemic
According to the most recent available figures, over 1,500 people volunteer in CABs across the country.
Read moreChartered Institute of Fundraising consulting on job cuts
The organisation has said that they expect the number of roles removed from the organisation to be “fewer than ten”.
Read moreTime is right for modest wealth tax urge campaigners
Other countries do similar
Read moreAnnual Social Enterprise Awards Scotland open for applications
This year, three new categories have been introduced providing further opportunities for social enterprises.
Read moreFoundations gave more in response to covid
Figures show the biggest foundations bolstered voluntary action
Read moreProminent charity ditches Twitter amid safety concerns
Trolling and pile-ons have become commonplace on the platform
Read moreNew book aims to help organisations understand the difference their service makes
The study paints a realistic picture of how organisations contribute to change.
Read moreConservation comes alive thanks to innovative project
Located in Dumfries and Galloway
Read moreNGOs warn UK aid to Africa is not enough to tackle humanitarian crisis
UK aid buget cuts will have a devastating effect
Read moreUnique project measures positive impact of social housing
Expert adsvisory group will monitor findings
Read moreCritical racial diversity workshop to be held in Edinburgh
The event, to be held next month, will look at how far the legal profession has come in Scotland on
Read moreNational Lottery steps in to save Food Train Glasgow
Members have spoken of their relief that the funding will secure the charity’s shopping and delivery services.
Read moreDisabled people need rights now
Scotland’s disabled community feels increasingly isolated and legislation is the only way to address inequalities, urges a new campaign. Robert
Read moreCharity chief gets on bike to practice what she preaches
Chief exectuive will compete in gruelling cycling challenege
Read moreNew board chair for Cyrenians
John Lawrie OBE will head up the team at Cyrenians, the charity has announced.
Read moreCall for action on council tax debt
The average council tax debt for a Scottish CAB client is over £3,420.
Read moreGovernment unveils events for sector on fair work requirements
The change will take place from July 1, with the event promising to take those in need through the move.
Read moreIrish third sector facing crisis due to government funding cuts
Funding and staffing crisis shows no signs of abating
Read moreProgramme launched to help 1,500 people overcome barriers into work
All in Glasgow, co-ordinated by Enable Works, follows success stories in Edinburgh, Dundee and Moray.
Read moreApply now to the UK’s biggest match fund
Closing date is 7 July
Read moreTen years on and air ambulance celebrates success and saving lives
Reponded to more than 5,000 call outs
Read moreCharities unite to help struggling owners
Coalition has recruited MSPs to its cause
Read moreGrassroot sports groups strugling to stay afloat
Rise in energy bills and reduced support is hitting groups hard
Read moreUpdated guidance on internal financial controls for trustees
The Charity Commission has recently updated its guidance on financial controls to include risks presented by newer technology, such as
Read moreWealthy must step up and give more, top of charitable list says
Hedge fund manager Sir Chris Hohn, 56, tops the rankings by giving away more than 15 per cent of his
Read moreDeposit returns scheme set to be ditched
Scheme faced hostile opposition from businesses and MSPs
Read moreGlasgow hospice charity makes history with new ambassador role
Launching the innovative initiative is Glasgow business owner and influencer, the Sustainable Stylist, Victoria Lee.
Read moreOcean charity warns dumping raw sewage is a bigger issue than figures suggest
More monitoring is called for
Read moreHealth report provides rare insight in experiences of LGBTQ+ youth
Since the last survey in 2017, the percentage of participants saying that they feel safe and supported within health services
Read moreDiversity champion scoops top Scottish Walking Awards title
Joshua Adeyemi wowed judges with his work to improve representation within the walking community.
Read moreCharity using creativity to bring positive change to people’s lives
New board members will help the organisation further its aims to give marginalised individuals and communities a voice.
Read moreCurtailed council budgets making Scots housing crisis worse
Councils are not meeting their statutory obligations on homelessness
Read moreNatureScot rounds on developer as its plans will damage site of natural importance
Some of the country’s biggest conservation charities oppose the development
Read moreFood bank focuses on advice to help communities maximise income
Food bank use is on the rise
Read moreOsprey chicks hatch at Loch of the Lowes Wildlife Reserve
The first chick hatched from its egg on Saturday.
Read moreScotland’s Charity Air Ambulance celebrates 10 year anniversary
The charity initially launched with just one base in Perth, but now operates another in Aberdeen.
Read moreYoung futures look brighter as funding secures much-needed support
Boost for Scottish youth groups
Read moreWe’re hiring – new administrator vacancy at WCVA
We’re seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and well organised individual to join our newly developed Corporate Services team providing administrative support
Read moreCharity creates new leadership role to strengthen youth and community voices
It is a marker of the growth, impact, and maturity of Sistema Scotland.
Read moreYouth charity’s support reaches new heights as demand for offline resources soars
Over 20,000 free resource packs have been distributed to date.
Read moreHigh sick leave rates among charity employees steeply rising
Charities do not compare favourably to other sectors when it comes to absence
Read moreLocal innovators must lead the way in Community Wealth Building
Social Enterprise Scotland submitted a response to The Scottish Government consultation this week.
Read moreTributes on sad death of devoted CEO
Worked tirelessly in the local community
Read moreLow pay and rising stress is adding to social care crisis
Care sector needs investment urgently
Read moreTFN magazine’s May edition is out now – read it here
This month we look at Scotland’s care system, and how the sector is struggling to meet the shortfall.
Read moreCovid-related NHS charities raised £160m from British public
Despite many losing jobs and income the public still donated generously
Read moreMore volunteers needed to help most needy
Volunteers needed to support essential food deliveries
Read moreChildcare group faces closure after council suddenly demands rental for premises
Highland Council changes its policy to raise cash from third sector groups
Read moreCharity Bill eases its way through parliament
OSCR will get increased powers
Read moreUK legacy giving remains strong in boost for the sector
Despite economic uncertainty legacy giving is forecast to maintain resilience
Read moreFree training for volunteers to develop their skills
The Open University, in partnership with Third Sector Support Wales, has developed a free training programme to allow volunteers to
Read moreLaunching the Macmillan community innovation project
On the 24 April 2023, we launched the new ‘Macmillan community innovation project’, hosting our first official project advisory board
Read moreLast call for free coaching to help heritage organisations deal with change
To be better prepared to deal with change and uncertainty heritage organisations or organisations running a heritage project can benefit
Read moreWelsh Charity Awards 2023 open for nominations!
The Welsh Charity Awards are back. Your chance to celebrate the life changing impact of not only charities but volunteers
Read moreScotland’s Charity Awards’ finalists revealed
This year’s shortlist includes 32 groups and individuals all vying for a gong
Read moreGrants for developing your approach to volunteering
Round 3 of the Volunteering Wales Strategic Grant is now open for organisations looking to improve their volunteering systems. The
Read moreTributes as charity founder dies suddenly
Shock passing of popular figure
Read moreNew face at wellbeing charity
The role will be based in Edinburgh
Read moreCampaigners urge ministers to commit Scotland to a fully renewable future
Consultation closes 9 May
Read moreGive children access to counselling outside of school says report
Mental health of young people could be improved by the move
Read more“Fearing the worst”: Funding questions loom over charity
The Scottish Men’s Sheds Association represents 127 groups and over 3,000 individual members across the country.
Read moreAdministrators appointed at charity-run retirement village
The decision will also see the charity remove support for its three other facilities in Scotland.
Read moreWales and Africa grants now open
Round 4 of the Wales and Africa 2022-25 scheme is now open to applicants. The scheme enables community groups and
Read moreFife funding fights climate change
Project will empower communities to take action
Read moreAgricultural charity appoints new case officer
The charity developed the role in response to growing demand for its services.
Read moreAnimal charities hailed for call for end to greyhound racing
The Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, The Dogs Trust, and Royal Society for the Prevention of
Read moreOSCR reveals impact of charities on economy
Two thirds are run entirely by volunteers
Read moreLGBT+ charity closes its doors
“After nearly a decade it’s time for Pink Saltire SCIO to pack up and say goodbye.”
Read moreRecord number of charities and volunteers will take part in coronation
King Charles’s coronation will spark celebrations across the UK and beyond
Read moreFears as first minister signals universal free school meals could end
Humza Yousaf favours a more “targeted approach”
Read moreCharity intends to become global after acquiring two smaller organisations
International expansion is on the horizon
Read moreSocial enterprise announces new director
Places for People Scotland is part of Places for People Group, which is one of the UK’s leading social enterprises.
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