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SCVO
14th May 2020 admin

Hollywood fundraising comes to UK

Platform has raised over £100m for good causes

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SCVO
14th May 2020 admin

Bute House could be sold

Charity says non-heritage properties are being reviewed

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14th May 2020 admin

Managing finance in difficult times webinar

If you missed our recent webinar on ‘Managing finance in difficult times’ delivered by Tony Clarke from Clarke & Co Accountants Ltd,

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14th May 2020 admin

Collective Action in North Belfast shows phenomenal results

A collaborative effort across North Belfast has seen an unprecedented COVID19 Community Response for all aspects of emergency support servicing

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14th May 2020 admin

Government support: Getting the balance right

At a time of national crisis the role of government is critical: it needs to do whatever it takes to

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SCVO
13th May 2020 admin

400 asylum seekers forced into shared accommodation despite lockdown

Charity demands answers from Home Office and Mears Group after death of Syrian refugee.

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SCVO
13th May 2020 admin

Praise for four month furlough extension

Move is a “vital measure” says leading charity

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SCVO
13th May 2020 admin

Call for visa fees for social care workers to be scrapped

Scottish charities have called upon Home Secretary Priti Patel to include social care staff in plans to review visa fees

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SCVO
13th May 2020 admin

Donate your commute and save lives

Support charity’s life-saving flights

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SCVO
13th May 2020 admin

Virgin Giving criticism of JustGiving slammed as “opportunistic”

Fallout from JustGiving taking a fee from Capt Tom’s fundraiser continues

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SCVO
13th May 2020 admin

TFN magazine May edition – read it here!

New TFN magazine out now – read it here!

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SCVO
13th May 2020 admin

Health charity losing £500k a month

Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland has launched an emergency appeal as it faces major funding drops due to lockdown

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SCVO
13th May 2020 admin

400 National Trust jobs at risk

The heritage charity has said a dramatic fall in income and its investments has led to staff being placed at

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SCVO
13th May 2020 admin

More than 500 charities gain emergency funding

The Response, Recovery and Resilience Fund gives small grants to vital projects supporting the community response to Covid-19

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SCVO
13th May 2020 admin

Restart cancer services charities urge

Fears suspension of cancer services will cost lives

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SCVO
13th May 2020 admin

Marathon challenge raises over £10m

Marathon challenge raises over £10m

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13th May 2020 admin

Impact round-up: May 2020

Each month at NCVO Charities Evaluation Services we summarise the latest news in impact and evaluation and share useful guides,

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WCVA
13th May 2020 admin

Free translation from Welsh Language Commissioner

The Welsh Language Commissioner’s office is offering free translations under 1000 words to voluntary organisations during the coronavirus pandemic. During

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Uncategorized
13th May 2020 admin

The government’s covid-19 recovery strategy: Implications for charities

Following the prime minister’s speech on Sunday evening, the government has published Our plan to rebuild: the UK government’s covid-19

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SCVO
12th May 2020 admin

Samarathon launches to raise vital funds

Now more than ever the charity needs public support

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SCVO
12th May 2020 admin

Fund launched to support equine charities

Organisations can apply for grants of up to £5,000.

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SCVO
12th May 2020 admin

Providing support across Edinburgh

Edinburgh Coronavirus Support has gone from strength to strength after being launched as the seriousness of Covid-19 was becoming apparent

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SCVO
12th May 2020 admin

Quarter of charities not set up for digital donations

CAF survey reveals concerns over cash shortfall amid coronavirus lockdown.

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SCVO
12th May 2020 admin

Barnardo’s seeking new foster families

Charity warns that many young people still need loving homes during the lockdown

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SCVO
12th May 2020 admin

Asbestos campaigner fears victims may die before justice

​Courts service prioritising other cases

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SCVO
12th May 2020 admin

£10m boost for community groups

Further significant funding has been allocated to groups that are leading the response to Covid-19 in their communities

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SCVO
12th May 2020 admin

Prince Andrew’s charity investigated over payment to trustee

Regulator is looking into payment to former private secretary

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SCVO
12th May 2020 admin

Law centre sees enquiries soar

Lockdown has led to increased requests for legal support

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SCVO
9th May 2020 admin

Charities should not be put off from making furlough applications

A legal expert has said organisations that receive public funding may still be able to furlough staff in certain circumstances

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SCVO
9th May 2020 admin

Vital coronavirus fund re-opens for applications

Those who missed out on initial funding from the Wellbeing Fund are invited to apply, with more than £6 million

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SCVO
9th May 2020 admin

Survey shows charities’ stark fears for future

Some 61% have furloughed staff

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SCVO
9th May 2020 admin

Disabled people at breaking point with fear and anxiety

​Some respondents talked of suicidal thoughts

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8th May 2020 admin

Covid-19: The diary of a small funder

The Sir George Martin Trust is based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire and was established in 1956 by my father-in-law’s uncle

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SCVO
8th May 2020 admin

£5m digital isolation project launched

Vulnerable people will be given tablets or PCs, and gain the skills they need to use them, so they can

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SCVO
8th May 2020 admin

Lockdown will increase need for foster carers

Kibble has launched an urgent appeal for foster carers as it expects an increase as a result of the coronavirus

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SCVO
8th May 2020 admin

Charity works with police to curb disabled people’s anxiety

Digital image of rights curbs disabled people’s anxiety during lockdown

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SCVO
8th May 2020 admin

Charity marks 10 years of providing vital support in Kenya

The Kipawa Trust International has raised more than £350,000 since being founded by a group of friends in Edinburgh

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SCVO
8th May 2020 admin

Third of Scots fear losing their jobs

Mental Health Foundation research shows how many Scots are impacted by lockdown

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SCVO
8th May 2020 admin

Concerns over those in recovery as Scots reduce NHS service use

Scots are less likely to access NHS services during lockdown, a new survey commissioned by a Scottish drug and alcohol

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SCVO
8th May 2020 admin

Housing association concierge helps save boy’s life

Davie Murray has been labelled a hero after his quick response to help little Arron Hepburn

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SCVO
8th May 2020 admin

Daily coronavirus roundup for third sector Thursday 7 May

How the sector is responding to the pandemic

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SCVO
8th May 2020 admin

Covid-19: how a small community is rising to a massive challenge

TFN hears about the work going on in the Borders town, which faces similar problems to much of the rest

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SCVO
7th May 2020 admin

Record-breaking cyclist leads ‘round the world’ challenge

Around the World in One Day, led by Mark Beaumont, has already amassed more than £150,000 for NHS charities

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SCVO
7th May 2020 admin

National bereavement support service launched

Marie Curie has started a new helpline for those who are dealing with the loss of a loved one during

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SCVO
7th May 2020 admin

Emergency payment to be made to carers

A one-off payment of £230 is set to be made to 83,000 carers in Scotland

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SCVO
7th May 2020 admin

RNLI to still provide lifeguards at beaches

​Charity is working in anticipation of lockdown lifting

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SCVO
7th May 2020 admin

OSCR wants to know impact of coronavirus on your charity

Short questionnaire to map how charities are coping

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SCVO
7th May 2020 admin

Poverty places intolerable pressure on carers

More than 100 voluntary organisations have called for action to support those on the frontline of the coronavirus battle

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SCVO
7th May 2020 admin

Daily coronavirus roundup for third sector Wednesday 6 May

How the sector is responding to the ongoing pandemic

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SCVO
7th May 2020 admin

Youth work sector in grave funding warning

Youth work leaders have said they need support from politicians of all parties, having already seen funds drop by £20m

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SCVO
6th May 2020 admin

Seabird centre survival “on a cliff-edge” as it launches public appeal

Chris Packham has backed a charity’s appeal for life or death funding to weather the Covid-19 storm

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SCVO
6th May 2020 admin

Charity launches walking podcast

Edith Bowman provides the voice for the new Mind to Walk podcast, created by Paths for All

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SCVO
6th May 2020 admin

Epic Awards open for entries

Voluntary arts groups of all shapes and sizes can apply for the awards

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SCVO
6th May 2020 admin

Red Cross sets up mental health team to support lockdown isolation

Aid organisation re-focuses its volunteers to staff the helpline

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SCVO
6th May 2020 admin

Supermarkets urged not to challenge single parents

Family charities have written to supermarkets after reports of single parents and carers being abused for taking their children to

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SCVO
6th May 2020 admin

Scotland can lead the way on sustainable development

A new report aims to bring together civil society and government to make Scotland a leader in its approach to

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SCVO
6th May 2020 admin

Youngsters sign up to champion communities

More than 50 schools have already signed up for the Your Community Fund initiative

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SCVO
6th May 2020 admin

National Trust faces UK-wide crisis

Conservation group is facing an unprecedented challenge

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6th May 2020 admin

COVID-19 business loans schemes

The Government announced two Loan Schemes, both delivered by the British Business Bank to provide funding for organisations.

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6th May 2020 admin

NI legislation amended allowing carry over of annual leave

An amendment to Working Time Regulations came into force in Northern Ireland on 24 April 2020 to allow for annual leave

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6th May 2020 admin

Government responds to NICVA calls for flexibility to furlough staff

The Department for Communities has responded positively to NICVA’s calls for flexibility to allow sector organisations to furlough staff where posts are part-funded 

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Uncategorized
6th May 2020 admin

COVID-19 and the Impact on Women

This first in a planned series of ‘Insight and Impact’ articles featuring organisations from across the voluntary & community sector, explores the impact of the

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6th May 2020 admin

Making the government’s covid-19 support schemes work better for charities

When the government launched its covid-19 business support measures last month, it quickly became apparent that many of the schemes

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SCVO
5th May 2020 admin

Actor releases lockdown charity single

Leave a Light On has been created by Kevin McKidd and his band the Speyside Sessions Band

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SCVO
5th May 2020 admin

Charity workers feature in new Top Trump cards

Recognition for key workers included in the popular game

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SCVO
5th May 2020 admin

Musician turned dentist to raise money for charity

Former Chemical Brothers guitarist David Devine is raising funds for a hospice that is close to his heart

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SCVO
5th May 2020 admin

Liver cancer surge in Scotland

A Scottish charity is stepping up its fight against liver cancer after a dramatic rise in recent years

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SCVO
5th May 2020 admin

Charity warns adopted children being adversely affected by lockdown

Traumatic life experiences can make home teaching impossible for parents

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SCVO
5th May 2020 admin

Celebs all set for Geeky Quiz

You can join a host of sci-fi actors for a charity quiz this evening (Monday 4 May)

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SCVO
5th May 2020 admin

Social Bite co-founder couldn’t compete with Littlejohn’s fame

Said she was frustrated at remaining in the background feeding customers while Littlejohn was lauded

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SCVO
5th May 2020 admin

Veterans charity in funding plea

The Homeless Veterans Project says it will run out of money within months

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SCVO
5th May 2020 admin

Funding aims to help autistic people feel connected

The Scottish Government has announced new funds for charities that are helping to support autistic people through the coronavirus pandemic

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5th May 2020 admin

Skills Match Launched

SKILLS MATCH is the new platform to help businesses share their skills and expertise to benefit society during and beyond

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5th May 2020 admin

COVID-19 Public Affairs Forum

NICVA hosts first virtual meeting of it’s Public Affairs Forum in response to the impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic.

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WCVA
5th May 2020 admin

Time to say thank you!

Thank you to the thousands of volunteers that have given their time over the last twelve months to causes they

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SCVO
2nd May 2020 admin

76,000 Scots sign up to volunteer

Recruitment for the Scotland Cares Campaign has been paused due to the volume of sign-ups in the first month

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SCVO
2nd May 2020 admin

No exceptions to furlough rules for charities

The UK government has rejected a plea to allow furloughed charity staff to continue volunteering for the organisations they work

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SCVO
2nd May 2020 admin

Fears as drink sales surge during lockdown

Long-term strategy needed to fight alcohol abuse

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SCVO
2nd May 2020 admin

More celebs back charity’s geeky appeal

Jodie Whittaker and Brian Cox have backed CHAS’ Share Your Joy campaign

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SCVO
2nd May 2020 admin

All charities can now apply for business loan scheme

Loan scheme came under fire for excluding thousands of charities

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SCVO
2nd May 2020 admin

Carers consider action after being sacked for raising Covid concerns

Compassion in Care claims that five carers came forward this month to say they no longer had jobs after raising

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SCVO
2nd May 2020 admin

Lockdown doesn’t mean sit down

A charity is encouraging older people to remain active throughout lockdown so they can stay fit and confident

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WCVA
2nd May 2020 admin

Voluntary organisations receive emergency funding

14 voluntary organisations working on the frontline in the battle against coronavirus have received funding in the first round of

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2nd May 2020 admin

Charity policy round-up: April 2020

This month started with the welcome announcement by the chancellor of a £750m support package for charities. More details are

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WCVA
2nd May 2020 admin

New Active Inclusion fund for COVID-19

A new round of Active Inclusion funding is being launched to help organisations in the struggle against coronavirus – with

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SCVO
1st May 2020 admin

Scouts camp out at home

Unable to take part in their regular activities, thousands of scouts have been earning badges by camping at home

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SCVO
1st May 2020 admin

Lockdown doesn’t mean shutdown for charity’s vital work

Home-Start is responding to challenges presented by the coronavirus across Scotland

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SCVO
1st May 2020 admin

Virtual VE Day plans revealed

Legion Scotland and Poppyscotland will carry out a full programme of virtual events to mark 75 years since the end

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SCVO
1st May 2020 admin

Captain Tom becomes a colonel

Recognition for his outstanding fundraising efforts as he turns 100

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SCVO
1st May 2020 admin

Changes in charity’s boardroom

Quarriers has announced a new chairman and deputy chair

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SCVO
1st May 2020 admin

Emergency fund hugely over-subscribed

Charities desperate for funding

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SCVO
1st May 2020 admin

Scots worried about their income

Almost half of Scots are worried about their finances as a result of the coronavirus pandemic

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SCVO
1st May 2020 admin

Baby loss charity launches vital fundraiser

Group wants individuals to take on challenge to help its cause

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1st May 2020 admin

Your Questions to Government and Latest Answers – Update

NICVA has been gathering and seeking answers to the questions you have been posing to Government in the current Covid-19

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1st May 2020 admin

Help with Digital

Through our surveys and conversations we know that digital support is an urgent support need in our sector. Here are

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Uncategorized
1st May 2020 admin

How Covid-19 is affecting you – NICVA weekly survey – Week 2

Below are some key findings from the second of four weekly Covid-19 surveys NICVA is running on how the Covid-19

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WCVA
1st May 2020 admin

Trialling new engagement tools to gather evidence

As inquiries into the impact of Covid-19 have begun to emerge, we’re piloting a couple of new online engagement tools

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Uncategorized
1st May 2020 admin

Furloughing: What NCVO is doing

I know many charities are in the middle of working through furloughing questions at the moment, so I thought it

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SCVO
30th April 2020 admin

Human rights must be at the heart of recovery

Decisions made to ensure that Scotland recovers from Covid-19 must be human rights-based, a new report has recommended

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SCVO
30th April 2020 admin

TV licence fee for over-75s must be scrapped, says charity

Age Scotland says the charge will increase isolation and financial worries for older people.

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