Communities Minister reopens Voluntary, Community and Social Economy Sector Covid Recovery Fund
Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has today announced the opening of a second phase, worth £1m of the Voluntary, Community and
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Have your say on who speaks for our voluntary sector
Members of WCVA can now nominate representatives to the Third Sector Partnership Council, the group that connects the voluntary sector
Read moreVolunteering Wales grants scheme reopens
The 2021/22 Volunteering Wales Grants scheme is now open to applications, with an emphasis on projects supporting the Well-being of
Read moreCharities scoop festive financial boost
Six organisations in Scotland have won a £1,000 Christmas gift
Read moreCall for greater animal protection ahead of election
More compassion called for
Read moreCharity chief executive appointed to the Lords
Stephanie Fraser, of Cerebral Palsy Scotland, was one of 16 new peers appointed at the end of last year
Read moreStruggling families hit hardest by lockdown
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation’s annual flagship report reveals the issues millions of families face across the UK
Read moreDepartment for Communities Covid-19 support
Information on the support and services available through the Department for Communities to individuals impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read moreNew Information Leaflets Available to Help Inform EU Citizens in NI on Post-Brexit Immigration Requirements
EU citizens living in NI must apply to the EU Settlement Scheme to retain their right to stay but many may not
Read moreThe inside track: January 2021
Our latest update on what’s going on in Westminster that might impact charities, including a return to remote parliamentary proceedings,
Read moreWhere to start when everything is so uncertain
In this 10-minute blog, Ben and Sara explore the idea of ‘alignment’ and how it could help trusts and foundations
Read moreSearch launched for Children’s Panel members
Children’s Hearings Scotland is looking to recruit 700 members
Read moreHousing group reaching out to city’s homeless
Efforts continue to help homeless during lockdown
Read moreCyclist backs Mary’s Meals fitness challenge
Charity urges public to get involved
Read moreSocial enterprise aims to create good at home and abroad
JTS, a social enterprise based in Paisley, has launched an appeal urging people to buy Kilombero rice in 2021
Read moreHave your say on charity law improvements
Consultation launches
Read moreWhat would a Bill of Rights for Northern Ireland look like? An information webinar
An ad hoc committee examining a Bill of Rights for Northern Ireland has recently been set up by the Northern
Read moreNorthern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman: An information webinar
On Tuesday 12th January 2021, NICVA was joined by the new Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman, Margaret Kelly for an
Read moreNominations sought for Young Scot awards
A special online ceremony will be held for this year’s awards
Read moreWorld’s first social media platform for good launches
Positive space for charities to fundraise
Read moreAccess to physical activity must be increased to aid mental health
The Scottish Parliament’s Cross Party Group on Mental Health has reported its latest findings
Read moreDormant assets scheme set to be expanded
Could provide a huge cash boost to hard-up communities
Read moreMajority of Scots value the work of charities, survey shows
The study from the National Lottery Community Fund also reveals more than a third of Scots want to see increased
Read moreCall to make video games more accessible
Partially sighted people are sharing their experiences of gaming
Read moreCharities say more action is needed to give Scotland cleaner air
Environmental groups have described a plan to improve air quality as a “missed opportunity”
Read moreFootball clubs reveal extent of charity efforts during covid crisis
It’s not all about big money signings
Read moreFood charity steps up support to help families through lockdown
FareShare Glasgow and the West of Scotland has distributed more than five million meals
Read moreCharity reports significant rise in unwanted animals
The SSPCA has said the rise is down to new pets being taken on during lockdown
Read moreRegulator looks into governace at Unicef following bullying claims
Children’s charity faced bullying claims
Read moreSecret Santa leaves charity surprise donation
Anonymous benefactor leaves generous cash sum
Read moreCharity’s 60k crowdfunder boosts battle to stop beaver slaughter
Cash will go to legal challenge against the Scottish Government
Read moreMND Scotland wins vital funding
Money will help employ more staff
Read moreDormant Accounts Fund NI now open
The Dormant Accounts Fund NI is now open. This programme will support the VCSE sector in Northern Ireland to be
Read moreFinalists announced for humanitarian award
The Robert Burns Humanitarian Award recognises courage, commitment, inspiration and hands-on humanitarian efforts
Read moreDigital youth work helps LGBTI youngsters stay connected
Pride and Pixels was developed by LGBT Youth Scotland in response to Covid-19 and the impact it has on wellbeing
Read moreScottish charity set to host world’s biggest online Burns Supper
Scots comedian Janey Godley and Travis frontman Fran Healy among those who have a starring role
Read moreCovid vaccine scams: charity issues warning
Con merchants asking for bank details and payments for jabs
Read moreVCSE COVID Recovery Fund reopening for applications January 2021
The Department for Communities are reopening the Voluntary, Community and Social Economy (VCSE) COVID Recovery Fund for applications on 18
Read moreNew round of Active Inclusion now open
A new round of Active Inclusion funding is now open on WCVA’s Multipurpose Application Portal (MAP). The closing date for
Read moreCharities set to continue to embrace innovation
A study has shown organisations will build on progress made during Covid-19
Read moreDigital peer support helping people stay connected and well
A report from Scottish Recovery Network has shown how services have adapted to challenges presented by Covid-19
Read moreLook in on neighbours urges Age Scotland
Make sure to know elderly neighbours are coping says charity
Read moreSector heroes feature heavily on New Year Honours List
Two thirds of those recognised in the annual list have undertaken outstanding work in their communities
Read moreVital meals provision feeds Ayrshire children
Fund will enable free meals for kids across the region
Read moreCharity warns of council tax debt ‘explosion’
Citizens Advice Scotland has warned action is needed to help those facing continued debt issues
Read moreExtend eviction ban say campaigners
Move would give security to many
Read moreCharity unveils election manifesto
deafscotland has called on politicians to ensure Scotland becomes the first inclusive communication nation
Read moreScotland can lead way on plastic ban in 2021
Campaigners urge quick political action
Read moreMake Universal Credit increase permanent
Cash boost has become a lifeline for many
Read moreMarcus Rashford inspires Glasgow teenagers to campaign for free school breakfasts
The Breakfast Clubs Appeal has already raised over £27,000 and aims to generate £35,000
Read moreSpeak out about mental health in 2021
Pandemic will create more problems
Read moreGP COVID-19 vaccination roll-out
GP practices will start rolling out the free COVID-19 vaccination programme from today, Monday 4th January 2021.
Read moreCovid led to £180m giving surge in 2020
JustGiving releases figures – reflecting an extraordinary year for the charity sector
Read moreAnother Covid lockdown will hit the vulnerable hard
RNIB Scotland says the sector must brace itself – and prepare
Read moreCharity urges families to walk to help beat winter blues
Paths for All is celebrating the benefits of festive walks
Read moreCharities team up to feed families on Christmas Day
Big Hearts and the Space and Broomhouse Hub have announced a festive partnership
Read moreDad pays tribute to son with cycle fundraiser
Epic cycle in memory of baby Zaki
Read moreVolunteers prepare for charity’s busiest-ever Christmas
Food Train will continue to provide vital support to communities throughout the festive period
Read moreYouth mentoring charity to close
Breakthrough is set to shut in the new year as a result of the coronavirus crisis
Read moreCampaign aims to call time on nuisance calls
The campaign will raise awareness of existing measures householders can use to block the calls
Read moreAccounts show significant dip in Oxfam’s income
Accounts come against record income last year
Read moreExhibition showcases fine Scottish and African art
New Decade Artists took place online and physically this autumn
Read moreTransitions support bill gains cross-party backing
Plans which aim to secure better outcomes for young disabled people are moving forward
Read moreFunding for drugs projects
More than £420,000 has been allocate in the latest round of the Partnership Drugs Initiative (PDI)
Read moreGiving Tuesday triumphs despite social distancing
This year’s total was 40% more than last year – despite all the challenges of Covid-19
Read moreScots charity to help train African surgeons
Charity develops new e-learning training
Read moreCare workers reveal culture of guilt and blame during Covid pandemic
Cultural change needs to be made in the care sector
Read moreHalf of all Britons say they’ve helped friends or family cope with pandemic
Family support has been vital throughout Covid-19, new research has shown
Read moreCharity calls for greater awareness of loss of sight
Sight Scotland has revealed many Scots are unaware of how they can reduce their risk of developing visual impairment
Read moreAward for vital training course for the visually impaired
The Scottish Centre for Personal Safety was a winner at the Scottish Public Service Awards
Read moreSwimmers battle the cold to raise funds for vital helpline
Brenna Jessie and Katie Anderson dived into icy waters every morning to raise funds for Rape Crisis Scotland
Read moreFootball clubs rally round to help create festive cheer
More than 2400 people will receive a Christmas hamper thanks to the SPFL Trust’s annual festive appeal
Read morePolicy and Public Affairs Update – December 2020
As the year draws to a close, we reflect back on the work of the Policy and Public Affairs team
Read moreAGMs and company house filings
Companies, registered societies and credit unions that are due to hold an AGM in early 2021 will be glad to
Read moreFunding round up: December 2020
NCVO research: Impact of covid-19 on the sector We’ve published our latest findings from the Response, recover, reset: the voluntary
Read moreCould you be our EDI committee chair?
NCVO chair of trustees, Priya Singh, reflects on NCVO’s progress with equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and looks forward to the
Read moreResearch sheds light on LGBT and homelessness
Root causes investigated
Read moreFunding awards announced ahead of Christmas
Backing for innovative social enterprises
Read moreCommunity helps to spread festive spirit
Camphill Tiphereth were selected as the judge’s choice winner in the Balerno Christmas Tree Festival
Read moreStudents to benefit from online mental health support over Christmas
A social enterprise has joined forces with West Highland College UHI to offer online mental health support of the festive
Read more£4m fund will provide vital support to Scottish families
Scottish families facing loss, isolation or loneliness are amongst those benefiting from a £4 million cash boost from The National
Read moreCharities welcome move to support children with autism
Children in Scotland, the National Autistic Society Scotland and Scottish Autism have worked to improve training for new teachers
Read moreTop traditional musicians join forces to play for student facing cancer
Beatson Cancer Charity is showcasing the remarkable new traditional musical composition, Fatma’s Waltz
Read morePhilanthropist gives away £3bn in four months
Cash goes to those most affected by pandemic
Read moreCoronavirus Job Retention Scheme Extended to April 2021
The government announced on 17 December that the furlough scheme will be extended until the end of April 2021
Read moreNICVA launches Community Wellbeing and Resilience Programme
NICVA has launched a new support package for community and voluntary sector staff and volunteers working on the frontline of
Read moreDiversity and volunteering: Reflections from our latest report
Today, we have launched our report into diversity and volunteering, our third in a series of focused reports building on
Read moreCalls to decriminalise all drugs as Scotland’s deaths soar
Current drugs strategy is not working warn campaigners
Read moreTrustees banned over missing money
Trustees found guilty of misconduct
Read moreBoosted funding launched for social enterprise start-ups in Scotland
Grants of between £500 and £15,000 are available
Read moreWorld’s poorest suffer as wealthiest countries buy up vaccine supply
Global Covid fightback hampered by rich nations hoarding – calls have been made for a People’s Vaccine
Read moreNational Volunteering Forum: Engaging volunteers and paid staff
Throughout 2020 volunteering has taken centre stage in many national conversations and in media coverage. We have seen new roles and programmes
Read moreThe new social value framework: Taking the Social Value Act one step further
Last week we hosted an online event for charities on the new social value framework to be applied to new
Read moreShared parenting Christmas tips created by charity
Shared Parenting Scotland appeals to both separated parents to take the opportunity presented by the spirit of Christmas to set
Read moreAwards celebrate flexible employment
Entries are being sought for the Flexibility Works Employer Awards
Read moreCharities view negative impacts of Covid-19 across communities
A new study from OSCR has provided a snapshot of how the voluntary sector is continuing to respond to coronavirus
Read moreScotland faces looming litter crisis
Community action is needed
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