Charity expert to head up leading design awards competition
McQuade will now devote herself to raising awareness of the Blackwood Design Awards.
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Of Sex and Suitability
News (UK) 16 May 2022 Building investment solutions for multi-dimensional people, not blunt categories There’s a conflict at the
Read moreTapping into the potential of QUB students and graduates
Would you like to attract students and graduates to your organisation? This article outlines some ways that you can involve undergraduates
Read moreThe inside track: May 2022
Our latest update on what’s happening in Westminster that might impact charities. This month sees two key bills enter parliament
Read moreDEC Ukraine appeal is a world record breaker
£62 million was raised in a single week
Read morePress release: HM Treasury launches UK Transition Plan Taskforce with Impact Investing Institute as a member of its Delivery Group
News (UK) 16 May 2022 We warmly welcome HM Treasury’s launch of the UK Transition Plan Taskforce and
Read moreGuest Blog: The Chartered Institute of Fundraising in Northern Ireland
Paul Montgomery, Chair of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising Northern Ireland gives an overview of the work they do and how you
Read moreCost of living crisis continues to dent household finance confidence
It comes amid warnings that an estimated 1.5million UK households will struggle to pay food and energy bills over the
Read morePhilanthropy Right Now
News (International, UK) 16 May 2022 Ethical Coalition ‘Philanthropy Right Now’ is a monthly column for Beacon Collaborative by Marie-Louise Gourlay, Managing
Read moreJoin our powerful journey: Power & Integrity launch
Alex Cole-Hamilton has over 20 years’ experience addressing organisational ethics and responsibility within international non-governmental organisations and the private sector.
Read moreCharities warn Queen’s Speech failed to promise the economic justice we all need
The UK government’s agenda was presented by Prince Charles in Westminster in lieu of the Queen, who cancelled for health
Read moreWhy and How to Effectively Engage with Portfolio Companies
News (International, UK) 16 May 2022 Increase in ESG Engagement There has been an increase in “noise” around ESG in
Read moreUK Government Levelling Up Fund Round 2
The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities have published a recording of their recent Northern Ireland informational webinar on
Read moreWales and Africa grant now open
We are pleased to announce that the Wales and Africa grant scheme will continue for the next three years! Round
Read moreRevealed: the broken state of Scotland’s food system
The current system is driving the growing rates of diet-related disease and contributing significantly to climate change
Read moreMassive community buy-out in the balance – but deadline has been extended
Donations needed to secure Langholm Moor from Buccleuch Estates
Read more“Sexist and misogynistic”: Rape Crisis Scotland slams behaviour of top lawyer
Mr McConnachie is one of Scotland’s top legal aid earners and has acted in some of the country’s most high-profile
Read moreVODG responds to ADASS Waiting for Care Report May 2022
13 May 2022 In response to today’s publication of the Waiting for Care ADASS Report May 2022, Dr Rhidian Hughes, Chief Executive
Read moreBereavement support scheme unveiled to support grieving workers
The new resources were produced by the Scottish Bereavement Charter Group.
Read moreImpact round-up: May 2022
In May’s impact round-up, NCVO’s new evaluation consultant Lucy Lernelius shares a raft of reading materials, tools and training opportunities
Read moreMillions skipping meals across Britain as cost of living crisis bites
“The extremely rapid rise in food insecurity since January points to a catastrophic situation for families.”
Read moreTLP Participant Story: Grainne Gibson, North Belfast TLP Spring 2022
Grainne works for HERe NI and completed the course in North Belfast in Spring 2022
Read moreLooking towards Volunteers’ Week 2022
WCVA’s volunteering team outline the approach to this year’s celebrations. Volunteers’ Week is a UK-wide annual festival of volunteering which
Read moreLife changing prison art charity will be showcased at Holyrood
New group utilises the arts as a core aspect of rehabilitation and recovery from alcohol and substance misuse
Read moreVacancy – Chief Executive
NICVA is seeking to appoint to this role following the announcement of the retirement of our current Chief Executive, Seamus McAleavey.
Read moreQueen’s speech: What it means for the voluntary sector
Today the Prince of Wales delivered the Queen’s Speech, outlining the government’s legislative programme for the year ahead. It’s the
Read moreRepair Café Wales – from grant to government staple
Repair Café Wales has grown into a really successful grassroots movement, so much so that it is now a core
Read moreSCVO unveils finalists for Scottish Charity Awards
“The entries this year are as fabulous as ever and the 44 finalists come in all shapes and sizes.”
Read moreNewid: Digital for trustees event series
The Newid: Digital for Trustees event series, is a programme of inspirational lunchtime talks taking place between the 16- 25
Read moreOne month countdown begins for Volunteers’ Week 2022
Volunteer Scotland have urged charities and voluntary groups to take part in June.
Read moreKiltwalk breaks more records with £4m raised
It remains the country’s biggest mass participation event
Read moreNew alcohol curbs backed by campaigners
Scots are drinking more than is good for them
Read morePopular community cafe set to reopen
Pandemic forced the Edinburgh eatery to close
Read moreNine out of ten people looking after someone with cancer feel angry
Maggies launches its You Care, We Care campaign by highlighting pressure on carers
Read moreNine good causes across Scotland receive share of £75,000 support
Recipients secured the funding after being shortlisted by Scotmid Co-operative’s Community Connect award scheme
Read moreCancer charity announce new policy head
Ms Dalrymple will take over from Richard Meade, who was appointed as director of Carers UK.
Read moreWhy age friendly inclusive volunteering?
Did you know the Office for National Statistics says in less than 20 years one in four people will be
Read moreCalls for greater work and spend on pupil support
The Scottish Children’s Services Coalition (SCSC) have made the call in advance of the local council elections on Thursday.
Read more£1m-plus funding boost helps Scottish charities transform lives
Nine of Scotland’s most inspiring and innovative charities have been awarded a share of £1.1 million
Read moreScots conservation charity appoints first CEO as part of expansion plans
The charity was set up in 2012 to fund innovative thinking for native woodlands.
Read moreInspirational mum becomes the voice for Scotland’s Race for Life
Thousands are expected to take part
Read moreCampaign group gets walking on the agenda at Holyrood
First ever debate on walking takes place today
Read moreEdinburgh social enterprise gym set to close its doors
Projekt 42, which is based in Leith, will shut its doors on 10 June after five years of operation
Read moreiCommunity Website Launched To Foster All-Island Collaboration On Key Social, Economic And Environmental Issues
NICVA and Ireland’s national association of charities, The Wheel, have launched www.icommunityhub.org, to foster collaboration between community and voluntary groups across the island.
Read moreiCommunity Podcasts Launched
Across Divides is an exciting new podcast- a must listen for anyone with an interest in the voluntary and community
Read moreOver £40m raised online to support those caught in Ukraine crisis
Donations to causes relating to the war in Ukraine had surpassed the £40million mark.
Read morePoppyscotland launches new family fundraiser
Fun for all the family while raising vital cash to support ex-service personnel
Read moreUK minister warns charities to park their political views if they want to lobby government
MP warns charities to remain impartial when campaigning
Read moreFresh strategy launched to improve the lives of the elderly
The strategy highlights the importance of supporting all older people and includes proposals to address specific inequalities faced by ethnic
Read moreSocial Bite rocked by allegations founder ran charity like an “autocrat”
Complaints have been lodged with OSCR
Read moreHousing issues among top priorities for Scots
“Councillors should take note, and the only way that’s going to become a reality is through social housing.”
Read moreCreative arts project proves a success
Report details how the project has changes lives
Read moreCircular economy experts enlisted to support Scottish social enterprises
Circular Economy 360 will enable social enterprises from all backgrounds to move towards a more circular model for their operations.
Read morePress Release:iCommunity Website Launched To Foster All-Island Collaboration On Key Social, Economic And Environmental Issues
NICVA and Ireland’s national association of charities, The Wheel, have launched www.icommunityhub.org, to foster collaboration between community and voluntary groups across the island.
Read moreUK Government Host Information Webinar for Northern Ireland Applicants to Round 2 of the Levelling Up Fund
The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities recently hosted an Northern Ireland informational webinar on Round 2 of the Levelling Up Fund.
Read moreRoyal visit and patronage for Edinburgh charity
The Princess Royal unveiled a plaque at the Eric Liddell Community
Read moreLynx in Scotland: not now, but not never
Charities say there’s been progress in how reintroduction is viewed
Read moreScots sporting heroes help Break the Cycle
Cycle from Glasgow to Edinburgh to help raise funds for Social Bite
Read moreTrade unions and charity to lead cost of living crisis summit
STUC general secretary, Roz Foyer, called for the “largest broad alliance” to unite in seeking urgent support for those most
Read moreInformation for Sponsors Ukrainians arriving in Northern Ireland
Government departments, councils and the voluntary and community sector in Northern Ireland are working in partnership to ensure the necessary
Read moreVolunteering round-up: April 2022
Welcome to the April volunteering round-up, with the latest sector updates and training opportunities. Vision for Volunteering launch events We’re
Read moreUrgent cash injection needed in Scotland’s schools to tackle “hidden hunger”
School pupils are going hungry
Read moreNew figures show 200,000 Scots relied on food banks last year
Cost-of-living crisis could be here to stay
Read moreVeterans housing charity reveal new trustee
The former RAF Wing Commander also served as Scottish chair of the First Response team at RAF Leuchars.
Read moreFife charity leads way in gaining green website award
“People tend not to think of the internet as something which contributes to climate change.”
Read moreNational Trust launches new campaign for Scotland
Bold new strategy
Read moreVODG responds to Migration Advisory Committee report into social care and immigration
27 April 2022 In response to today’s publication of the Migration Advisory Committee’s (MAC) report into adult social care and
Read moreMake leisure facilities more inclusive
Call comes from young people with sight impairment
Read moreYouth advisory group is launched to help tackle suicide in Scotland
Young people will meet regularly for an initial period of 11 months
Read moreCalls for review of volunteer mileage reimbursement rate
The Community Transport Association is calling for an immediate review of the approved mileage rate.
Read moreVolunteer groups’ support still critical as cost of living crisis bites
A report published by the University of Hull highlights that there are vital lessons for policy makers as mutual aid
Read moreBullying, poor mental health and other inequalities still concerns for LGBT youth
LGBT Youth Scotland published Life in Scotland, which examined the experiences of LGBT people aged 13 to 25 in Scotland.
Read moreSociety lottery tickets can now be sold for up to £100
The Betting, Gaming, Lotteries and Amusements (Amendment) Act (Northern Ireland) 2022 received Royal Assent on 26 April 2022.
Read moreNICVA scoops IiP Gold Award for the 4th time!
NICVA Staff and Executive Committee are once again delighted to have retained Investors in People Gold for the fourth time.
Read moreAre you looking for funding to develop a project to improve the environment?
We are pleased to announce the eighth round of the Landfill Disposals Tax Communities Scheme (LDTCS) is now open to
Read moreFunding now available for community groups in Wales
Comic Relief Community Fund in Wales – an easy-to-access grant scheme for community groups in Wales – is now open
Read moreGlasgow Kiltwalk raises £3m for charities
Huge turnout as sun shines on the city
Read moreAlliance warns of “lost generation” of children with support needs
Perfect storm of issues has led to crisis
Read moreDemand for financial advice peaks at highest level since 2020
Citizens Advice Scotland (CAS) has suggested the cost of living crisis across Britain is fuelling a new rush for information.
Read moreRamadan campaign launched to provide food parcels for people in poverty in Glasgow
The Sarwar Foundation has partnered with Glasgow Central Mosque
Read moreTLP Participant Story: Martina Strawbridge Klapkova, South Belfast TLP Spring 2022
Martina works with Harper’s Yard community pop up café and did the TLP in the Lower Ormeau and Markets area of South Belfast in Spring 2022.
Read moreFinding out about apprenticeships
Have you ever considered taking on an apprentice? Would you like to find out more about it and how it
Read moreCouncil elections: Scotland’s voluntary sector makes its demands
TFN’s guide to charity council election manifestos
Read moreGovernance round-up: April 2022
New Charity Commission chair confirmed Orlando Fraser has been confirmed as the new chair of the Charity Commission, following a
Read moreNew councillors must pledge to make poverty their top priority
The manifesto claims that local economic development should be focused on creating high quality, secure jobs.
Read moreNew data shows Scotland has worrying trend of child abuse and neglect
Neglect remains the most reported incident
Read moreShortlist for Scotland’s best fundraisers revealed
Top fundraisers recognised
Read moreCharity calls for action as one in four women are victims of stalking in Scotland
Stalking may be far more prevalent than first thought
Read moreCharity warns Holyrood committee of debt “tidal wave”
Advice Direct Scotland said the wholesale rise in living costs over the past year has affected “virtually every household in
Read moreEmployment Opportunity: Mentors For DoH Accelerator Capacity Building And Mentoring Programme
NICVA is recruiting a team of mentors who will work with the organisations funded under the Department of Health’s three health funds delivered
Read moreCharities urged to apply for post-Brexit funding
Fund established to replace EU cash
Read moreConservation festival promises to be “bigger and better” in 2022 return
The Scottish Seabird Centre will host a new programme of fun and thought-provoking events, exhibitions and experiences this June.
Read more“Sickening, inhumane”: UK Government slammed by charities over Rwanda asylum plans
Home Secretary Priti Patel unveiled the plans last week to strong opposition.
Read moreUK’s human rights protections under threat, UN told
The Scottish Government has been urged to proceed with legislation to incorporate a wider range of human rights treaties into
Read moreCharities get behind landmark legislation to revolutionise Scotland’s food system
Good food nation bill would tackle the country’s many, inter-connected problems with food
Read moreAccessible streets key to getting blind and partially sighted people back to shops
Many of Scotland’s streets have major disability access issues
Read moreNew charity campaign aims to bridge division
Regardless of who or where we are, it makes the point we are all united by hope for the same
Read moreTwo year warning for charity worker who bullied and belittled staff
Staff were targeted for using wrong grammar and making spelling mistakes
Read moreGovernment policy and funding round-up: April 2022
This round-up will help you to stay informed about our influencing work, and any government policy and funding announcements. For
Read moreOrganisations Encouraged to plan bids to the second round of the UK Government Levelling Up Fund
The UK Government has announced the second round of the Levelling Up Fund and has published a refreshed prospectus, inviting
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