Eight festive fundraising ideas
Despite long-term fundraising plans being altered due to the pandemic, Christmas events are still the largest fundraising drive for many
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Name change for leading charity
Move to distance itself from views of controversial founder
Read more£100k will be used to start meals on wheels service
LifeCare Edinburgh has secured a major funding boost from Barclay’s
Read moreCampaign targets sexism and negative media stereotypes
Girlguiding Scotland has launched its new Media Mindful campaign
Read moreClampdown on puppy farming launched
Backing to combat the illegal trade
Read moreMasks helping those at home and abroad stay safe
The Paul Hodges Trust has been providing masks for those in Africa through selling the handmade items in the UK
Read morePetition calls for action on disability benefits
Campaigners have said those with disabilities are struggling and need a cash boost they have been promised
Read moreInfluencing, Lobbying and Campaigning under COVID – PAF Webinar
As COVID continues to dominate all our lives, both home and work, in this webinar we explore the impact of the
Read moreImpact round-up: November 2020
Welcome to the latest edition of our monthly impact round-up. Each month at NCVO Charities Evaluation Services we summarise the
Read moreToilets still a no go for disabled people
Many are not fit for purpose
Read moreLockdown hits Children in Need hard
Pudsey pulled out the stops but total was down on last year
Read moreA look ahead to the 2020 Spending Review
Next Wednesday the chancellor will set out the government’s spending plans for the coming year. Both the unpredictable nature of
Read moreNearly half of young Scots volunteer
Boost for the nation
Read moreAfrican foodbank in Glasgow sees demand soar
It comes after Mercy Baguma tragedy
Read moreInjured veterans ‘unable to access benefits’
Poppyscotland and the Royal British Legion have called for action to help those who are struggling
Read moreCampaigners critical of COP26 sponsors
Questionable choice by UK government
Read moreCharities invited to work with students on creative projects
Edinburgh Napier University is looking to connect with voluntary sector organisations
Read morePrioritise vaccine for parents of disabled children
Parents struggling to cope with broken sleep and daily stress
Read moreCharity launches biggest ever appeal
CHAS is aiming to ensure no-one faces the death of a child alone
Read moreThe Transformative Leadership Programme: Participants tell their story Jahswill Emmanuel, North Belfast TLP, Autumn 2020
Jahswill Emmanuel is Chair and founder of MSCNI (Multi-Ethnic Sports and Cultures NI). Here he shares his TLP story.
Read moreThe inside track: November 2020
Our latest update on what’s going on in Westminster that might impact charities, including a promise of new funding for
Read moreBig inspiration from small charities
Small and micro voluntary groups and organisations (annual income of less than £100,000) continue to be a beacon of hope,
Read moreHampstead Gown Factory: Creative roles for young volunteers
The Royal Free London is part of a network of 30 NHS Trusts and their respective charities who have been welcoming young volunteers since
Read moreCharity warns of Covid-19 poverty risk
Aberlour has revealed the true amount of demand its emergency funding for families faced
Read moreAuthor fronts powerful new charity advert
Gavin Oattes lost his father to pancreatic cancer eight years ago
Read moreParents of children with life-limiting conditions in vaccine priority plea
Kindred has said lockdown has had a devastating impact on the families
Read moreCampaign group highlights plight of refugees
A group of Edinburgh activists took action this weekend to raise awareness of inhumane Aegean island camp conditions
Read moreTrust accused of lacking credibility
Calls for official review into how the English conservation charity is being run
Read moreCovid leaves Big Issue facing “biggest challenge” in its history
Famous ambassadors launch appeal for homeless and social justice magazine
Read moreVODG celebrates outgoing Chair’s successful tenure and welcomes successor
At VODG’s annual general meeting, held on 16 November, Steve Scown announced his decision to step down after eight years
Read moreHealth and social care round-up: November 2020
This recurring blog post aims to inform voluntary and public sector colleagues about national health and social care policy, with
Read moreFour principles to shape your grant-making today
With months of local restrictions now extended to a national lockdown, it is clear that ‘Covid-recovery’ is far from us
Read moreCharity says long covid sufferers need urgent support
Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland says those suffering long-term effects of Covid-19 can’t afford to wait any longer
Read moreCharities cutting services as Covid bites
A call for Gift Aid to be increased has been reiterated as charities struggle through new restrictions
Read moreCash to develop young social entrepeneurs
Cash will boost development during crisis
Read moreNew campaign encourages focus on community, kindness and mental health
Community Action Response says we all need to make time to look after ourselves and each other this winter
Read moreNorthern Ireland regulator criticised for threats to widow
Commissioner issues apology
Read moreGuide to fundraising during Covid-19
The new free resource has been created by the Chartered Institute of Fundraising
Read moreNew Nightingale Facility at Whiteabbey Hospital
NICVA recently participated in a Service User and Carer Engagement Event hosted by the Northern HSC Trust to hear plans
Read moreCharity gains award for partnership with local school
North Edinburgh Dementia Care and Craigentinny Primary School saw children with autism interact with day centre visitors
Read moreHomeless charity to take over hotel for winter
The initiative is part of plans to move away from traditional homeless shelters
Read moreCharity supporters stick by causes they care about
A new report has revealed monthly donations are holding up despite the coronavirus crisis
Read moreCovid-19 leads to huge rise in need for foodbanks
More than 1.2 million food parcels have been handed out by the Trussell Trust across the UK
Read moreSinging the praises of change
Susan Smith is optimistic in the face of a pretty bleak winter to come
Read moreIconic teacakes turn purple for pancreatic cancer
A limited-edition batch of Tunnock’s Tea Cakes have ditched their distinctive red and silver foil to be wrapped in purple
Read moreBlack History Month and beyond
The Coalition for Racial Equality and Rights (CRER’s) Kirsty McNeill looks back at the events of BHM2020
Read more£3.3million Voluntary, Community and Social Economy Sector Covid Recovery Fund launched
The Voluntary, Community and Social Economy Sector (VCSE) Covid Recovery Fund has been launched today to help the sector to safely
Read moreFinance Minister thanks sector for efforts during pandemic
The Minister for Finance thanked the voluntary sector for its efforts during the pandemic at a recent meeting, and noted
Read moreA funding approach rooted in trust
At a recent Evaluation Roundtable Community of Practice session we asked what working practices people are hoping to retain from lockdown; and
Read moreSign up for charity’s Santa Run
The Covid-19 crisis will not stop the fifth annual CHAS Santa Run
Read moreTributes paid to mountain rescue hero
Stuart Ballantyne died this week after contracting Covid-19
Read moreCharities can unlock £40bn legacy income boom
A new report says organisations have a limited amount of time to access increased funds
Read moreDonors steer charity clear of financial ruin – for now
Massive response to appeal
Read moreTFN up for prestigious magazine award
We’ve been shortlisted for our response to the Covid crisis
Read moreCharities start fight against windfarm development
They oppose “ecological destruction” of the scenic area
Read moreAnti-bullying toolkit launched
Children led the design of the new resource
Read moreChanges to the Charity Register and Help with Charity Reporting
The Charity Commission has removed the status of charities on their website. This article explains the changes and offers support
Read moreDeveloping corporate partnerships – recording and resources
On 11 November we hosted a webinar as part of the CFNI Accelerator Programme funded by Department for Communities on
Read moreMy Volunteering Experience during Covid
Tahmed shares his experience of volunteering at Birmingham Children’s Hospital during Covid-19. The hospital is part of a network of
Read moreResearch reveals lasting impact of youth work
Comprehensive study
Read moreFunds raised in memory of former Hearts captain
Marius Zaliukas passed away last month aged just 36 after battling MND
Read morePlea to fight loneliness as Scots head into winter
Charity wants government action
Read moreCharity for care experienced youngsters closes
The Nevis Group was founded around four years ago to help young people gain experience in the workplace
Read moreNational youth charity paid out £500k to abuse survivors
Charity’s investigation still ongoing
Read moreCrisis support funding surpasses £6m milestone
Support to help organisations get ‘winter ready’ is still available
Read moreTFN’s November edition is out now – read it here!
Have a look inside the latest TFN
Read moreVODG to host member event to explore empowered teams and staff cultures
Workforce solutions that seek to improve independence and quality of life are key priorities for VODG members and will be
Read moreFunding round-up: November 2020
Voluntary Sector Impact Barometer survey The results of the first covid-19 Voluntary Sector Impact Barometer have been published, showing that:
Read moreRemembrance Sunday prevails despite pandemic
Charities continued to mark the fallen
Read moreCall for lockdown events to include people with hearing loss
Lack of accessibility increases isolation
Read moreCharities given chance to secure Christmas bonus
Ecclesiastical Insurance is giving £120,000 to good causes as part of its annual 12 days of giving Christmas campaign
Read moreVital fundraising campaign exceeds expectations
Food Train’s BOXtober campaign has doubled its target from last year
Read moreStark reality of Scots’ income fears laid bare by new research
Pandemic is leading to mounting worries
Read moreCharity leaders call for UK sector job scheme
Charities make call in letter
Read moreTake part in a virtual Santa dash
The event will be held in place of Glasgow’s Annual Santa Dash
Read moreLRA publishes helpful guide on home working
The LRA (Labour Relations Agency) recently published ‘A Practical Guide to Working from Home: COVID19 and beyond’ to assist employers and
Read moreNICVA Meetings and Training Sessions
While we all continue to be required to work from home, NICVA continues to provide a full programme of training
Read moreWe need key workers and they need a real Living Wage
This week is Living Wage Week, the annual celebration of the Living Wage movement. The Living Wage campaign is an
Read moreWCVA gives evidence on ‘worrying’ impact of Covid-19 on the sector
WCVA was among third sector stakeholders who have given evidence to the Equality, Local Government and Communities Committee on the
Read moreTrustees’ Week 2020 was a hit with Trustees
Trustees’ Week is a time to celebrate and recognise the great work done by thousands of trustees. This year Trustees got
Read moreTrustee annual reporting webinar recording
If you missed our webinar on Trustee annual reporting for Trustees’ Week you can watch it now at the link
Read moreThe Code of Good Governance in a virtual world webinar recording
If you missed the Developing Governance Group’s webinar for Trustees’ Week on the Code of Good Governance in a virtual
Read moreNHS charity launches emergency appeal
The Healthcare Workers’ Foundation, created in response to Covid-19, has highlighted the challenging situation the NHS and its staff faces
Read moreNew initiative which aims to help young people into employment launches
The Young Person’s Guarantee aims to offer routes into the world of work for young people
Read moreGuide aims to support local response to homelessness
A new guide for local councils has been created by Crisis and Homeless Network Scotland
Read moreHigh demand for museums support fund
More than £10m worth of support has been requested from a £4m resilience fund
Read moreAward for charity’s academic course
With Kids deliver the only MSc in Play Therapy in Scotland
Read moreCoronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) extended to March
On 5 November, the Chancellor announced that the Job Retention Scheme (furlough scheme) will be extended to the end of
Read moreOur key lessons from Trustees’ Week 2020
As we come to the end of Trustees Week 2020, I thought I’d take a look back at the events
Read moreOn the frontline and the front foot: global civil society’s heroic Covid response
States must partner with campaign groups as the second wave of Covid-19 hits, says Civicus
Read moreGlasgow City Council failed to provide enough homeless accommodation pre-Covid
A report from the housing regulator has confirmed the authority failed some of those facing homelessness, but improvements have been
Read moreNew branding for cancer charity
Pancreatic Cancer Action Scotland has unveiled its new look
Read moreNew law protecting children from assault to come into force
The Children (Equal Protection from Assault) Act 2019 was created after a campaign by charities
Read moreCivil society urges Chancellor to urgently make job scheme fit for purpose
A coalition of civil society leaders has written to Rishi Sunak to urge him to develop a Coronavirus Job Retention
Read moreWorking from home tax relief
Employees working from home due to COVID19 are eligible to apply for tax relief up to £125
Read moreWhat does being a charity trustee mean? webinar recording
Sarah Finnegan, Head of Compliance and Enquiries at the Charity Commission for NI, kicked off Trustees’ Week with a webinar
Read moreGreat boards, Great Board members – Trustees’ week
As part of Trustees’ week 2020 we held a webinar on what makes and great board and becoming a great
Read moreTime for citizen action on climate change? A webinar examining the work of the UK Climate Assembly.
Nine months after the Northern Ireland Assembly voted to declare a climate emergency, we ask how a citizen’s assembly could
Read moreHow you make grants is as important as what you fund
At a recent Evaluation Roundtable Community of Practice session we asked what working practices people are hoping to retain from lockdown; and
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