Major new appointment for charity umbrella body
He will promote and safeguard the interests of third sector social care and support providers in Scotland
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BUSINESS SUPPORT 4 COMMUNITIES
Together we can
Childline cases soar on back of children’s rising concerns post-Covid
More volunteers needed
Read moreVital charity faces job losses as funding is slashed
28 jobs are at risk
Read moreWorst year in memory for living standards of families on low incomes
Despite ground-breaking financial support Scots families are still desperately struggling
Read moreTFN’s December magazine is out now – read it here!
Last edition of the year celebrates charity sector successes
Read moreHost a visit in 2023: helping heritage organisations reach new audiences
Would you like to attract people from diverse backgrounds to get involved in your heritage organisation or project? As part
Read moreOur look back on 2022
As we come to the end of 2022 we take a look back at what we’ve achieved this year. 2022
Read moreParents face emotional toll as they can’t afford to give this Christmas
Cost of living is affecting relationships and mental health
Read moreIsle of Lewis community hub wins prestigious green energy award
The former school was purchased by volunteer group Urras Stòras An Rubha in 2015 and the plan to give the
Read moreConsultation launches on powers of Scotland’s charity regulator
Rules around who can be a charity trustee or senior office-holder in a charity would be tightened.
Read moreCampaigners: Scottish Government must use devolved tax levers to reduce and prevent poverty
Ahead of the Scottish Budget on 15 December, the Poverty Alliance, CPAG in Scotland, Oxfam Scotland, the Scottish Women’s Budget
Read moreGovan wins Men’s Shed of the Year
Prestigious award goes to southside charity
Read morePublic urged to spend £5 to help homeless
Annual campaign launches
Read moreHouseholds asked to donate their £400 government energy support
Community groups and charities would benefit
Read moreDay care centres win vital funding boost
Charity has been supporting older people for 75 years
Read moreCharity workers strike – claiming pay deal could leave them homeless
Shelter staff say imposed pay deal leaves them unable to pay rent
Read moreScottish Government urged to prevent families being forced onto pre-payment meters
Thousands are being forced onto pre-pay tariffs
Read moreNew fund opened for rewilding groups to tackle the climate crisis
£100,000 to be awarded to one large-scale project
Read moreCharity proves support still vital for fleeing Ukrainian families
Third sector support providing the difference to displaced families
Read moreStruggling to cope with the cost of living at Christmas? Seek help here
Charity provides vital information for those worries about money, debt and bills
Read moreThird sector conference faces up to the running costs crisis
CVS Inverclyde’s recent meeting provided a day of thought-provoking and impactful presentations
Read moreEdinburgh charity warns of rising bills “perfect storm”
Chief executive Lyndsay Fyffe-Jardine said she was “completely floored” by the price rises.
Read moreHeckler removed from charity celebration after verbal attack on First Minister
Organisers removed the heckler from the room, before the First Minister apologised for the interruption and warned against further stigmatising
Read moreCharities unite for barrier-breaking fundraiser
RNIB is among 49 backing the Take on 250 challenge
Read moreMen’s Sheds could be forced to close as government withdraws funding
The groups aim to tackle social isolation and improve their members’ mental health, but ministers have said the Scottish Government
Read moreGlobal street paper network launches major fundraiser
Glasgow-based charity appeals for donations to combat poverty and homelessness this Giving Tuesday
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WCVA funds seaweed & prom dresses to save the planet
The Net Zero Carbon Start-Up Grant – a pilot scheme managed by our Social Investment Cymru team – is providing a much-needed
Read moreNorth-east charity launches fundraising calendar
After sharing some of her pictures on social media, colleagues came up with the idea of putting together a calendar.
Read moreThousands of extra cancer cases in Scotland linked to deprivation
Shockingly, cancer death rates are 74% higher in the most deprived communities than the least deprived in Scotland.
Read moreCall for applications for walking, wheeling and cycling project funding
Projects will be able to apply for between £5,000 and now up to £100,000 – a 50% increase from previous
Read moreFree 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 moreScotland’s poorest families’ income deducted to cover debts to public bodies
The report shows that more than half of families with children in Scotland receiving Universal Credit are having their incomes
Read more“Worried this winter”: Millions anxious about the cost of living and energy bills
As a result of public discussions about rising energy costs 38% of adults in Scotland – an estimated 1.7million –
Read moreCharity welcomes council vote to end fossil fuel investments
Last month, East Lothian councillors also voted unanimously in favour of ending the Lothian Pension Fund’s fossil fuel investments.
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Congratulations to the 2022 winners of the Welsh Charity Awards
WCVA received a record number of nominations for the Welsh Charity Awards this year and during Welsh Charities Week we
Read morePoverty Alliance host annual conference in Glasgow
“As an organisation and as a movement, we have achieved a lot in the last 30 years to combat the
Read moreCharity conference to explore Scotland’s journey to net zero
CoMoUK’s Scotland director Rachael Murphy will chair a discussion on Scotland, shared transport, and net zero.
Read moreGlasgow school uniform charity to close amid funding crisis
The organisation said that they were heartbroken to make the announcement
Read moreScots hospice wins national award for tackling inequalities.
The Young Adult Service is the first of its kind in Scotland and supports the well-being of young adults and
Read moreNational mental health charity unveils dynamic new look after 50 years
The charity has introduced a fresh and dynamic brand as part of a push to become more public facing and
Read moreSocial enterprise launches crowdfunder to safeguard future
The organisation has recently been forced to close one of its stores in Glasgow’s Garnethill, and has now said opening
Read moreLate charity leader honoured with posthumous doctorate
As well as her work in the third sector, Ms Ritch was a regular guest lecturer at GCU and contributor
Read moreCharity-run Highland theatre announces widespread redundancies
Bosses at the Eden Court theatre said the impact of inflation and the “slow return” of audiences after the pandemic
Read moreCharity doubles its festive efforts for those most in need
It’s launched its A Small Donation, A Big Smile campaign
Read moreCost of living crisis hits Children In Need donations
Total is the lowest total since 2014 – and way below the highest, which was £50m in 2018
Read moreCharity removes SNP politician from report launch over “photo op” row
FAVOR campaigns against drugs deaths and was launching a report assessing the Scottish Government’s work to address the crisis.
Read moreGroundbreaking stalking charity boss steps down
The campaign was also instrumental in changing the law in 47 countries around Europe.
Read moreCharity launches plans for flood-resistant homes in Pakistan
Beyond impacting nearly one in fifteen people in Pakistan, the floodwaters also devastated livestock in the country and essential infrastructure.
Read moreCharities welcome “historic” agreement at Cop27
Loss and Damage was on the agenda for the first time, and positively, agreement was reached to establish a dedicated
Read moreHighest honour for Ayrshire cancer charity
The award is the equivalent of an MBE
Read moreHow social enterprise transforms local economies
A café in Perth is a community keystone
Read moreBudget plans could see charities lose out on billions
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt outlined spending plans for Britain in Westminster.
Read moreHelp the helpers: TSI event will explore the running costs crisis
It is themed around cost of living and the role of the third sector
Read moreHousing First benefit to tackling homelessness outlined in new report
It showed that the Pathfinder was very effective at preventing repeat homelessness.
Read moreAction must be taken to uplift voluntary sector pay as running costs crisis deepens
SCVO has written to John Swinney also calling for multi-year funding
Read moreNew report reveals financial challenges facing older people’s groups
Dozens of groups have closed for good or have been unable to resume their activities since the first national lockdown
Read moreLearning and wellbeing charity announces new executive director
Originally established in 2013 as Children’s University Scotland, the charity rebranded as Curiosity Collective last year to increase its appeal
Read moreCalls for Scotland’s urgent transition to a wellbeing economy
They are calling for a “robust plan to put the wellbeing of people and nature at the heart of our
Read moreCost-of-living crisis increasing hardship for women living on low incomes in Scotland
Women in low-paid work reported often missing out on social security support or cost-of-living payments
Read moreThere is a direct link between the energy crisis and food insecurity
One in 10 cases need foodbank advice
Read moreHow the cost of living crisis is impacting the voluntary sector
From price rises to difficulties recruit staff, WCVA’s Head of Policy Ben Lloyd provides some sobering feedback from our recent
Read moreLifeline charity launches winter appeal as it battles cost of living crisis
It is facing increasing demands for its services
Read moreThis Week is Safeguarding Week in Wales
The aim of Safeguarding Week is to raise awareness about safeguarding because everyone has a role to play in keeping
Read moreScots charity to benefit from John Lewis Christmas advert
The 2022 edition of the famous ad tells the story of a young girl entering a foster home.
Read moreCost of living crisis driving foodbanks to “breaking point”
“We are calling for the Prime Minister to act decisively in next week’s budget.”
Read moreWelsh Charities Week – showcase your impact
Welsh Charities Week is back, a week all about recognising the work of charities, social enterprises, voluntary organisations and community
Read moreNew chair for Coalfields Regeneration Trust
Former Labour MEP takes up role
Read moreConcerns raised over proposed National Care Service
The transfer of these powers will lead to worse outcomes for service users, Labour’s Katy Clark warned.
Read morePlans unveiled for Glasgow memorial to south Asian war heroes
Architect Stuart Shand, from Shand Architecture, is behind the design.
Read moreStroke patients falling through the gaps in care
The results, contained in a Stroke Association report, lay bare the unmet needs of stroke survivors in Scotland.
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INCREASING IMPACT IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Barry Knight’s Literature Review tracks international development trends since 1945. It shows there have been many passing fads and fashions and too
Read moreCost-of-Leaving Crisis: How to offer a helping hand
News (UK) 10 November 2022 Like many, we are concerned about the cost-of-living crisis; we are troubled by the difficulty
Read morePeople are most likely to leave cash to animal charities when they die
Legacy top ten sees first five places taken by animal welfare groups
Read moreScottish education charity appoints two new ambassadors
Karis and Craig will be formally introduced to YE Scotland’s supporters at the Ambassadors Dinner on 9 November.
Read moreClimate charity hits out at planning reliance on “unrealistic techno-fixes”
“This plan puts some important policies on the table, but due to the urgency of the climate crisis, the time
Read moreClimate activists welcome Scottish Cop27 pledges
But they insist extra money should be levied from polluters
Read moreCharity announces new head to lead Scotland
Takes up position 14 November
Read moreScots coffee shop in London brewing success by the cup
Customers can buy a meal or a hot drink for a homeless person during their visit
Read moreBillionaires’ emissions a million times higher than average person
New report for COP 27
Read moreCare charity expansion as it creates more than 60 new posts
Rota changes will also improve staff work/life balance and help service users
Read morePeople in debt “trapped” as cost of living crisis escalates
CAS also reported a huge increase of people taking longer to clear their debts.
Read moreCalls for Scotland to follow world-leading tobacco laws
In Scotland a ban on smoking in public places came into force in spring 2006.
Read moreCo-founder of Scots cancer charity arrested amid “financial irregularities” investigation
The former staffer had worked in the third sector for 30 years, but it is understood she was arrested on
Read moreA taste of volunteering for young people in Cardiff
Juggling volunteering alongside studies and extra curricular commitments can be a challenge. Cardiff and Vale UHB decided to give young
Read moreWCVA Celebrates Trustees’ Week in Wales
Trustees’ Week is an annual event to showcase the great work that trustees do and highlight opportunities for people from
Read moreEU funding in Wales – a legacy not to be forgotten
As EU funded projects reach their ends and wind down, we’ve commissioned a series of videos to highlight the particular
Read moreVoluntary organisation has Welsh language success
Bridgend Association of Voluntary Services (BAVO) is celebrating following commendation from the Welsh Language Commissioner on its Cynnig Cymraeg (Welsh
Read moreMembership body cuts back leadership team
All change at the top
Read moreScots dig deep for victims of Pakistan floods
Vital supplies donated
Read moreChurch in Fife hosts emergency cost of crisis summit to discuss “evil of poverty”
The public event from 10am-3.30pm will feature powerful testimonies from people who are worst affected by a catastrophic increase in
Read moreFunding supports young into construction
Open to all applicants 16 and over
Read moreCharities and social enterprises see £37million of investment at time of crisis
Big Issue Invest’s (BII) annual impact report for the year to March 2022 has shown those social enterprises were able
Read moreAwards shine light on social enterprise stars
Judges looked at entrants across six categories, including the coveted Social Enterprise of the Year.
Read moreHousing association wins gong at prestigious awards’ ceremony
Wins housing provider of the year
Read moreScots org reveals inspirational 30 women under 30 list
Now in its seventh year
Read moreCommission calls for mandatory equality pay gap reporting
The commission found a significant need for more data on ethnicity pay gaps and disability in the workforce across Scotland
Read moreSean Connery’s estate to benefit Scots charities
Bond legend Connery donates millions to Scots charities
Read moreConsultation launched on Freedom of Information reform
The bill will aim to improve enforcement, encourage an increase in proactive publication and ensure sufficient resources are in place
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