Member Spotlight: Lighthouse – a journey of learning, were the right support can make a big impact
Lighthouse’s vision is to be a beacon of hope that works to guide people to a brighter tomorrow and is
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Snorkelling for nature
The Wild Swimways project is protecting nature along the Menai Strait while introducing people to life under the water through
Read moreConsultation on the Code of Fundraising Practice
Join WCVA and the Fundraising Regulator for a consultation event on the new draft of the Code of Fundraising Practice.
Read moreCelebrating adult learning in Wales
Adult Learners’ Week is happening 9-15 September 2024, here’s how you can get involved and join the celebrations. Coordinated by
Read moreThe growing ‘Willanthropy’ movement
We’re joining charities and legal professionals across the UK to champion gifts in Wills this Remember A Charity Week. This
Read moreCode of Practice for Funding the Third Sector – next steps
The consultation on the Code of Practice for Funding the Third Sector continues this September, here’s how you can get
Read moreVoluntary Organisation Banking Guide launched
As UK Finance launches a banking guide for the sector, we walk you through some of the challenges it hopes
Read moreThe Welsh Charity Awards are back for 2024!
After last year’s overwhelming success, we’re excited to announce that the Welsh Charity Awards are back for 2024, and nominations
Read moreWCVA trustee elections now open
Whatever your background or experience, develop your skills, widen your network and help us make a bigger difference in Wales
Read moreReport shows volunteering increases skills and confidence
The Association of Ambulance Chief Executives has published the results of its first ever national volunteering survey of the ambulance
Read moreWCVA at the National Eisteddfod
We can’t wait for the 2024 National Eisteddfod in Rhondda Cynon Taf, here’s what you can expect from our voluntary
Read moreCharity Hall of Fame launches to celebrate sector’s achievements
Based on the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Charity Hall of Fame aims to gather together the incredible
Read moreNew, improved Voluntary Sector Data Hub launches
We’re excited to announce an update to our Voluntary Sector Data Hub, featuring a new look and feel along with
Read moreThe role of volunteering in care homes in Wales
A new research study is looking for participants to understand how volunteering contributes to social care. THE NEW STUDY The Welsh
Read moreBursary for leaders in Wales returns
The Walter Dickie Leadership Bursary is now open for applications, helping leaders in the voluntary sector to grow and develop
Read moreBursary for leaders in Wales returns
The Walter Dickie Leadership Bursary is now open for applications, helping leaders in the voluntary sector to grow and develop
Read moreRole of voluntary sector in health and care in Wales
WCVA’s Health and Care Project has published a new report on the importance of the voluntary sector to health and
Read moreRelationships between the voluntary and statutory sectors
Our Helpforce Cymru project and the Bevan Commission have published a new paper looking at how the voluntary and statutory
Read moreWork for us – two new roles at WCVA
We’re hiring for the positions of ‘Business & Relationship Development Manager’ and ‘National Sports Diversity Officer’ WHY WORK AT WCVA?
Read more‘I went from the quietest one to taking the lead’
This Volunteers’ Week we are bringing you the story of how the Volunteering Wales Main Grant has helped transform Mike
Read moreExplore safeguarding training with WCVA
Our safeguarding courses are designed especially for voluntary organisations in Wales and cover a range of different levels and responsibilities.
Read moreScots parents tormented by the spectre of poverty and mental illness
Parents are finding it increasingly difficult to cope
Read moreVolunteers’ Week: 40 years of celebrating a vital force in our communities
“Volunteering is priceless but I think it is important to recognise that its estimated value to the Scottish economy is
Read moreCharities should unlock assets and reserves as billions estimated to be held
Charites should invest cash instead of letting it become stagnant
Read moreCharity launches own lottery
Chance to scoop £25,000 jackpot
Read moreGirlguiding volunteers find high levels of happiness
New research shows high happiness levels
Read morePublic wants to see more action on beaver reintroductions
Government agencies dragging their heels on restoring the keystone species, say campaigners
Read moreResearch shows decline in volunteer recruitment as charities fail to invest
Organisations have failed to resource hiring volunteers
Read moreStunning hostel reopens after refurbish
Set on the banks of Loch Lomond
Read moreCampaigners urge election candidates to back new vape laws
Industry is targeting young people
Read moreFund paves way for improved local active travel networks
A further £1.168million is now available.
Read moreFundraising dinner raises £80k for north east charity
It provides ongoing life-changing care and support services
Read moreReport reveals barriers ethnic minorities face in gaining social investment
Report shows investors do not do nearly enough
Read moreCall for dormant assets to be redirected to tackle financial exclusion
The Dormant Assets Scheme (DAS) was expanded last year to include other financial sectors including pensions and insurance.
Read moreCruel Summer: exclusive – Edinburgh’s homeless forced from hotels as Taylor Swift comes to town
Homeless people have been informed they are to be removed from their hotel-style accommodation in Edinburgh as Taylor Swift comes
Read moreFife sight loss charity appoints new co-ordinator to boost vital volunteer numbers
Seescape has welcomed Graham Ross to the role.
Read moregofod3 – one week to go!
With one week to go until gofod3, take a look at the exciting programme of events and be sure to
Read moreYour guide to health and social care events at gofod3
WCVA’s free admission flagship event, gofod3 is Wales’ space for the voluntary sector and features a huge variety of speakers,
Read moreNew cohort of mentees to take part in 12-month programme
Legacy Futures and The Elischer Foundation announced this year’s picks.
Read moreSystem failure: Scotland needs urgent plan for the care of people with dementia
As financial pressures build, provision in many areas is now at risk of collapse
Read moreCharity saves public purse £300m through unique approach to prevent homelessness
It makes the claim in a study it has commissioned
Read moreNew CEO for Aberdeen Cyrenians
Brings a wealth of experience to the role
Read moreUK Shared Prosperity Fund would be ditched under Tory National Service plan
The proposal would be funded by winding down the UKSPF programme by 2028.
Read moreSurvey will inform respite services in Scotland
Carers have a right to take a break
Read moreNGOs urge UK to back ICJ ruling on Rafah
UK needs to back groups and condemn Israel’s continued assault in the region
Read moreThird and public sectors must unite to eradicate child poverty
Scotland’s first minister made it one of his key aims of government
Read moreThe myth of Scotland’s rural idylls masks a reality of poverty and inequality
Charities and MSPs say more must be done to tackle rural poverty
Read moreScottish regulator issues new charity guidance ahead of the general election
Update reflects changes in electoral law and has been prepared with the help of the Electoral Commission
Read moreStrengthening partnership between Wales & Africa
Nine projects have been awarded funding in the latest round of Welsh Government’s Wales and Africa grant scheme. The Wales
Read moreNew film celebrates media co-op’s 20 years of campaigning
It features asylum-seekers and people with disabilities getting behind the camera, award-winning feminist animation, international peace-building, protests and pipers
Read moreScots urged to be aware of general election voting rules and deadlines
Don’t get caught out and lose your vote, urges charity
Read moreGeneral election 2024: we need a humane politics
There has been a muted reaction to news of the 4 July Westminster poll from Scotland’s charity sector
Read moreRefugee Festival Scotland reveals 2024 programme
Events will be held across the country between June 14 and 23.
Read more“Misleading”: North-east project scolded by watchdog
OSCR said the World Suicide Prevention Project was “misrepresenting” itself as a charity.
Read moreNew report underlines urgent need to modernise abortion law
Engender has published a new report making the urgent call to modernise abortion law in Scotland.
Read moreSocial Enterprise Awards Scotland open for applications
Applications have opened for the Social Enterprise Awards Scotland 2024.
Read moreLeadership team unveiled for anti-poverty project
Former chief constable, Sir Iain Livingstone, will chair Multibank.
Read moreCharities urged not to stray into the political as General Election approaches
The chair of the Charity Commission Orlando Fraser spoke out online.
Read moreScottish pet food banks suffer from huge drop in donations
The demand for pet food bank support is growing so rapidly it is currently outstripping supply.
Read moreNew funding will enable Dundee-based social enterprise to expand
The Circle Mobility, based at Dundee’s Overgate Shopping Centre, has received new support.
Read moreFife employability project launches first Community Impact Report
Kingdom Works shared the findings at an event in Dunfermline.
Read moreRSA workers accept pay deal following industrial action
Members of the IWGB went on strike in September last year.
Read moreCharity “deeply disappointed” by Holyrood committee’s disregard for global treaty
An evidence session in parliament on May 21 is reportedly in contravention of a global healthy treaty.
Read moreRape Crisis Centre placed under review following employment tribunal
A tribunal suggested some practices at the centre may have fallen short of the expected standards.
Read moreScottish Parliament appoints new chair of the Scottish Human Rights Commission
Professor O’Hagan will take up her six-year post in August.
Read moreHousing emergency: shelter experienced its busiest ever winter
Charity has run 14 consecutive projects over the coldest months and this was by far the busiest
Read moreMajor merger in UK’s cancer charity sector
Oracle Head & Neck Cancer UK is set to increase its momentum in the battle to overcome the UK’s growing
Read moreIt has not gone away: cost of living crisis continues to devastate
Capital food bank reveals that demand is soaring – in the city and across Scotland
Read moreCharities and unions unite to press for tax reform to tackle poverty
“The money is there, now the first minister must show that the political will is too and prioritise investment in
Read more“Misogynistic”: Secular group calls for review of charity law around religion
Concerns were raised in February after a sermon at Rosyth Baptist Church.
Read moreHomelessness accommodation and 19 jobs at risk as Edinburgh charity ends council contract
Right There said it has been forced to make the decision by City of Edinburgh Council.
Read moreScottish Government u-turn sees Men’s Shed funding awarded
SMSA warned t it faced being wound up by the end of the year if alternatives could not be found.
Read moreCouncil row with homelessness charity could see 40 people on street
Supported accommodation provider and charity, Right There, runs three units in the city, paid for by a council contract.
Read moreDuke and Duchess of Windsor’s charity at risk over tax issue
California’s Registry of Charities and Fundraisers has branded the Archewell foundation as “delinquent”.
Read moreHighlands active listening charity joins Change Mental Health
Listen Well Scotland is set to become part of national mental health charity Change Mental Health.
Read moreAction on climate change is a “scientific and moral imperative” say civil society leaders
More than 30 individuals have signed statements calling on the Scottish and UK governments to “bridge the widening gap” between
Read moreCharity project success recognised at cinema showcase
The event was held at the Highland Cinema in Fort William.
Read moreScottish Men’s Shed Association faces winding up amid funding crisis
The Scottish Men’s Shed Association (SMSA) has warned it faces being wound up.
Read moreDitching international development minister gives wrong message at wrong time
Role has been in place for 20 successful years says aid group
Read moreListening charity announces closure
Struggled to find funding as running costs crisis stalks the third sector
Read moreCharities increasingly target legacies as the sector continues to show growth
Marketing budgets are being allocated cash to target legacy giving
Read moreAward scheme more popular than ever
One of the most successful programmes for young people ever
Read moreMakeover enhances patient experience at NHS Lothian Charity
Vibrant colours and pastel shades transforms therapy rooms
Read moreCarer awards scheme celebrates 10th anniversary
Project engages with employers to support carers
Read moreCampaigners encouraged by first minister’s pledge on child poverty
John Swinney makes child poverty a key priority
Read moreStop the slaughter: aid groups say pressure must be put on Israel over Rafah attack
“A ceasefire is the only way to stop the death and destruction, get more aid to those who desperately need
Read moreTrain wins the fight with flight
Campaigners hail success to push train as a more sustainable mode of travel
Read moregofod3 – event programme now live!
The programme of events is now live, take a look at what’s on the agenda at gofod3 this year. gofod3 is
Read moreCampaigners push for formal definition of deafblindness
They say it is a distinct disability
Read moreCouncil told: young lives can’t afford cutbacks on vital mentoring service
New report and high court judge back vital mentoring programme
Read moreFunding boost supports small charities run vital services
Diverse range of charities offered support
Read moreSinister move by Home Office could have “disastrous impact” on charities
Moves to charge for advice
Read morePopular community hub faces demolition as huge repair bill looms
Costs are insurmoutable
Read moreNew chief executive announced at Scottish charity
Brings enthusiasm and compassion to the role
Read moreFlexible working works but employers want pound of flesh from employees
There are clear business benefits for implementing flexible working
Read moreLifeline thrown to vital servicen
Funding will keep it operational for at least a year
Read moreAnimal charity backs sky lantern and helium baloon ban
Airborne objects present a danger to vulnerable animals and pets
Read moreAn update from the Health and Care Project
WCVA’s Health and Care Project produced ten publications and 19 blogs in 2023/24, as well as hosting 18 network meetings.
Read moreKeeping the sector’s vital heartbeat going
New campaign highlights how charities are essential for communities to thrive
Read moreNo easy journey: families punished by barriers to prison visits
Failure to support contact impacts the family, who have not committed an offence but nevertheless suffer the consequences
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