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30th April 2020 admin

Covid “supercharging” inequalities faced by disabled people

Charity reveals disabled people face being left behind in the coronavirus response

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30th April 2020 admin

Save the Children “bowled over” by coronavirus response

The charity is aiming to raise £80m to support those hardest hit by the pandemic.

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SCVO
30th April 2020 admin

Veterans face discrimination when applying for jobs

Those aged over 50 who have served in the armed forces often find it difficult to get into work, a

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SCVO
30th April 2020 admin

Awards watched online by 10,000

The Charity Film Awards was still a success, despite the ceremony having to go online as a result of lockdown

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SCVO
30th April 2020 admin

Roads cash reallocated to help social distancing

Cash will improve cycling and pedestrian space

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SCVO
30th April 2020 admin

UK government rejects extra cash call for charities

£750m is not enough says Labour

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SCVO
29th April 2020 admin

Mary’s Meals adapts to coronavirus pandemic

The charity will feed a million children around the world every day.

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SCVO
29th April 2020 admin

RNLI takes annual Mayday campaign online

Charity calls on the public to help support its lifesaving service.

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SCVO
29th April 2020 admin

Keep moving this spring

The Step Count Challenge will return next month, despite Scotland being in lockdown

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SCVO
29th April 2020 admin

More than £1m distributed by emergency fund

CAF’s Coronavirus Emergency Fund is supporting small charities around the UK.

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SCVO
29th April 2020 admin

Charity groups team up to improve employability in Scotland

Two groups have joined forces to provide a platform and collective voice for voluntary sector organisations in Scotland

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SCVO
29th April 2020 admin

Shielded care charity staff will get full pay

Union and management deal means full pay for those shielding and self-isolating

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SCVO
29th April 2020 admin

Scottish SPCA launches urgent appeal for donations

The charity could face a 20% fall in its annual income this year due to the coronavirus.

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SCVO
29th April 2020 admin

Epilepsy charity to close after 17 years

The Muir Maxwell Trust has led the drive to improve research and treatment for the condition

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SCVO
29th April 2020 admin

600 staff furloughed at leading charity

It follows substantial income loses

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SCVO
29th April 2020 admin

Charity comes to rescue of stranded student nurses

Dial-a-Journey is now ferrying nurses who were struggling to get into their work across Stirlingshire

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SCVO
29th April 2020 admin

Campaigners warn over oil industry bailout

One crisis will lead to another say environmentalists

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SCVO
29th April 2020 admin

Community buyout getting closer

Group says progress has made major strides

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SCVO
28th April 2020 admin

Domestic abuse guidance launched for social workers

Cases of domestic abuse have risen during lockdown

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SCVO
28th April 2020 admin

Add MND to shielding list, government urged

MND Scotland says many people with the condition are missing out on vital support.

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SCVO
28th April 2020 admin

“Business as usual” for Scottish hunts

Video footage shows the need for a complete ban, charity says.

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SCVO
28th April 2020 admin

Funding to help baby charities

The Perinatal and Infant Mental Health fund will provide mental health support for families

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SCVO
28th April 2020 admin

“Wonder dog” launches new fitness challenge

Cancer Research UK unveils Race for Life at Home after Glasgow events postponed.

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SCVO
28th April 2020 admin

Leading charity launches emergency appeal

Vital work being compromised by lack plummeting income

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SCVO
28th April 2020 admin

Testing for key workers expanded

Some charity workers are now eligible to be tested for the coronavirus

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SCVO
28th April 2020 admin

Royal Blind leaders take on 2.6 Challenge

Senior executives are raising money to support the charity’s residential services.

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SCVO
28th April 2020 admin

Charity for older people names new boss

Re-engage has announced the appointment of a new head of engagement for Scotland

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SCVO
28th April 2020 admin

Let social care staff stay, charities urge

A call has been made for care workers and volunteer who risk being sent home once lockdown is eased to

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SCVO
28th April 2020 admin

Star Wars legend urges sci-fi fans to come out in force for Scots charity

Ewan McGregor is encouraging members of the public to show allegiance to their favourite science-fiction, fantasy or musical hero in

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28th April 2020 admin

How Covid-19 is affecting you – NICVA weekly survey

To keep up to date with how the Covid-19 crisis is affecting community and voluntary organisations, NICVA is issuing a

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28th April 2020 admin

Your Questions to Government and Latest Answers

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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28th April 2020 admin

Webinars for May 2020

In April we ran 8 webinars based on our members’ needs during COVID 19. The demand was extremely high and

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28th April 2020 admin

Emergencies Leadership Group Update following Thursday 23 April meeting

The ELG met again last week to drive progress and continue their focus on making inroads where it matters most

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28th April 2020 admin

Volunteering round-up: April 2020

The volunteer response to the coronavirus crisis has been incredible. Despite the UK being under lockdown, we know millions of

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28th April 2020 admin

Twenty-one million is not enough: my advice to other charity CEOs

Andrew McCracken, CEO of the Community Foundation for Northern Ireland, offers his opinion on the £21 million charity crisis funds

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WCVA
28th April 2020 admin

Wales answers the call

Generous citizens across Wales have been more than willing to give up their time for others – we share some

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SCVO
25th April 2020 admin

Race for Life events postponed

Cancer Research UK has said it has had to postpone the major fundraising events, which were due to take place

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SCVO
25th April 2020 admin

The Big Night In raises £27m

Millions of pounds were donated to UK charities during the fundraiser, with the government set to match-fund the money raised

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SCVO
25th April 2020 admin

Charity uses reserves to support other projects

Includem has used funds from its reserves to donate to other charities who are helping young people

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SCVO
25th April 2020 admin

Unpaid carers struggle on

The vast majority of unpaid carers are providing increased care for their loved ones and worry about them getting sick

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25th April 2020 admin

VODG opens up membership to support smaller organisations

VODG is delighted to offer voluntary sector disability organisations with an income of less than £1million free membership for 2020/21*.

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25th April 2020 admin

All COVID-19 Grant Schemes from local Councils

This continually updated article details what funds are available for local organisations tackling the impact of COVID-19 on residents within

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25th April 2020 admin

COVID 19 – Protection and Prevention measures – Red Cross

On 9 April The Red Cross delivered a webinar on Protection and prevention measures which gave an overview of COVID

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SCVO
24th April 2020 admin

Youngsters empowered to help coronavirus fight

A fund has been launched to support young people to develop creative digital submissions highlighting how the community is responding

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SCVO
24th April 2020 admin

Do more to help feed vulnerable Scots, poverty experts tell government

People are still struggling to get emergency food despite herculean efforts from community groups to reach them

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SCVO
24th April 2020 admin

Top charity directors named

The finalists for the annual awards ceremony have been named, with a strong representation from the voluntary sector

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SCVO
24th April 2020 admin

Charity demands greater protection for care home residents

Deaths among older people in care homes in Scotland soars

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24th April 2020 admin

Six things we learned at yesterday’s DCMS committee hearing

Digital, culture, media and sport secretary Oliver Dowden gave evidence yesterday to parliament’s DCMS committee, alongside the department’s permanent secretary,

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24th April 2020 admin

Crisis governance: Support for trustees during the coronavirus pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has presented boards with the challenge of making critical decisions over service provision, operations and sustainability. In

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SCVO
23rd April 2020 admin

Most children “a pay cheque away from going without essentials”

Action for Children found that almost half of Scottish children live in families with no savings.

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SCVO
23rd April 2020 admin

Support for businesses offering flexible working

Flexibility Works offers resources and practical advice to employers.

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SCVO
23rd April 2020 admin

Coronavirus bereavement support service launched

Caledonia Cremation is offering help to those who have lost loved ones to Covid-19.

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SCVO
23rd April 2020 admin

Campaign asks Scots to “share the joy” for sick children

Chas is encouraging people to share uplifting messages during the coronavirus outbreak.

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SCVO
23rd April 2020 admin

Major charity body to furlough staff

The support body for charities in England says its income has been hit by the cancellation of events

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SCVO
23rd April 2020 admin

Take on the virtual Munro Challenge

Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland is inviting Scots to stay fit during lockdown

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SCVO
23rd April 2020 admin

Homelessness charity secures use of iconic hotel

Edinburgh’s Old Waverley Hotel will be used as emergency accommodation during the coronavirus outbreak.

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SCVO
23rd April 2020 admin

Loneliness doubles during coronavirus lockdown

The Mental Health Foundation has found a quarter of Scottish adults are feeling lonely

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SCVO
23rd April 2020 admin

Campaigners welcome early release of prisoners

Move made to ease coronavirus threat in Scots prisons

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23rd April 2020 admin

DfC COVID-19 Community Response Plan

The Department for Communities has produced a COVID-19 Community Response Plan which summarises the range of actions being taken forward

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SCVO
22nd April 2020 admin

Hearts charity tackles child poverty

More than 2,500 people have benefitted from Big Hearts initiatives in the past year.

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SCVO
22nd April 2020 admin

Charities urge rethink over jury-free trials

Victim support organisations warn of a backlog of cases that could take years to clear.

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SCVO
22nd April 2020 admin

Guide to applying for emergency coronavirus funding

Local charities and grassroots organisations that are responding to the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic can apply for grants of

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SCVO
22nd April 2020 admin

UK gets set for major TV fundraiser

The Big Night In will raise money for charities and community projects around the UK

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SCVO
22nd April 2020 admin

Charity launches support line for care workers

Kibble is offering residential care staff a Safe Space to Talk.

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SCVO
22nd April 2020 admin

GBX DJ to host fundraising rave

George Bowie will be spinning the decks this Friday from the balcony of his home to raise money for CHAS

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22nd April 2020 admin

New data from adult social care providers reveals urgent need to better support disabled people and their services through the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic

The government response to supporting adult social care through the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic needs to be more inclusive to enable

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22nd April 2020 admin

Chancellor’s announcement of £750m to support Charities: What’s happening in Northern Ireland?

Northern Ireland is to receive £22 million from the Chancellor’s £750 million Covid-19 charity crisis package. Urgent talks are in

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22nd April 2020 admin

Launch of National Cyber Security Centre’s ‘Cyber Aware’ campaign

In response to a recent increase in cyber threats and scams around Covid-19, NCSC has launched a campaign to help

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22nd April 2020 admin

The inside track: April 2020

Our latest update on what’s going on in Westminster that might impact charities, including parliamentary campaigning on coronavirus funding, the

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21st April 2020 admin

Leading through uncertainty: Lessons from the recession

Since the outbreak of the Covid-19 crisis, we have been scouring our collective histories (of research as well as lived

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SCVO
21st April 2020 admin

Cancer referrals plummet amid coronavirus outbreak

Those with symptoms are urged not to put off contacting their GP.

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SCVO
21st April 2020 admin

Turning loyalty points into charity donations

For Good Causes aims to create a brand-new income scheme for the third sector.

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SCVO
21st April 2020 admin

Appeal launched to help struggling single parents

One Parent Families Scotland has seen a surge in demand for its services, as single parents struggle through the coronavirus

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SCVO
21st April 2020 admin

Appeal launched to save charity farm

The VSA Easter Anguston Farm faces closure unless vital funds are raised.

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SCVO
21st April 2020 admin

Charity helping key staff to remain working

Flexible Childcare Services Scotland has developed software that will help key workers to access childcare

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SCVO
21st April 2020 admin

Emergency appeal launched as carers battle on

Unpaid carers have reported that they are unable to pay for petrol to visit their loved ones and can’t afford

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SCVO
21st April 2020 admin

Stage set for Charity Film Awards

The annual gala event will take place virtually tomorrow evening (Tuesday 21 April)

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SCVO
21st April 2020 admin

Call for Scotland to postpone smacking ban

Critics argue that ministers are rushing ahead with legislation too fast

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SCVO
21st April 2020 admin

Funding to help feed the vulnerable

The Scottish Government has announced emergency funding for food projects across the country

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SCVO
21st April 2020 admin

Edinburgh food project launched

City of Edinburgh Council and voluntary sector organisations have teamed up to ensure communities can access vital food supplies

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21st April 2020 admin

HR Update Covid19 – HMRC Claims Portal Launched for the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme

The Government launched the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) portal on 20 April 2020 and expects that payments will be made

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21st April 2020 admin

Emergencies Leadership Group Latest Update – Monday 20 April 2020

Read the latest update from the COVID-19 Emergencies Leadership Group (ELG) established by DfC Minister, Deirdre Hargey MLA.  

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SCVO
18th April 2020 admin

Covid-19 human rights inquiry call

Scottish equality and human rights groups would like to see the implications the pandemic is having for communities examined

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SCVO
18th April 2020 admin

JustGiving scrutinised over Captain Tom Moore’s record fundraiser

Did the platform profit from Captain Tom’s NHS walk?

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SCVO
18th April 2020 admin

Hundreds contact Childline about coronavirus

Young people have raised concerns over their mental health, worry about their parents losing jobs and reported abuse to the

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SCVO
18th April 2020 admin

Unlocking assets could free £1bn for charities

Call made by leading body

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SCVO
18th April 2020 admin

Charity could help almost 50,000 with lung conditions

The Scottish Government has announced it will be investing £330,000 in Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland to grow its hospital discharge services

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SCVO
18th April 2020 admin

Challenge aims to raise millions for charity

Organisers of major fundraising events hope The 2.6 Challenge will fill the gap left by postponement of events such as

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SCVO
17th April 2020 admin

Gift Aid needs doubled charities warn

An increase to 50% is called for

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SCVO
17th April 2020 admin

Dad completes marathon despite lockdown

Hamish Robertson was determined to raise money for the Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity to recognise the support his family received

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SCVO
17th April 2020 admin

Former Oxfam boss finds new role

He goes from running a £400m income to £400,000

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SCVO
17th April 2020 admin

Halt donations for now, stores urge

Shops across Scotland that put second hand items to good use have asked for members of the public to stop

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SCVO
17th April 2020 admin

Captain Tom makes fundraising history

Completes 100 laps of his garden before his 100th birthday

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SCVO
17th April 2020 admin

Sex workers forced onto streets during lockdown

Risks being taken through desperation

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SCVO
17th April 2020 admin

Project brings young Scots together

Angus Women’s Aid is one of 20 groups who will share £1.4m in funding from Young Start

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SCVO
17th April 2020 admin

Getting key workers on their bikes

Key workers across Scotland can now find cycle-related offers and locate bike stores that are open in their local area

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SCVO
17th April 2020 admin

Charity calls for unused roads to be adapted for social distancing

Friends of the Earth Scotland wants pavements and cycle lanes to be expanded to allow better social distancing

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17th April 2020 admin

Five principles for organisations to ensure an inclusive response to coronavirus 

There are parts of our society more likely to be adversely affected by coronavirus. Last week, Charity So White published a paper on the inequitable impact of the

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SCVO
16th April 2020 admin

Keep dogs on leads, charity urges

The Scottish SPCA is asking dog owners to act responsibly during the coronavirus crisis.

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SCVO
16th April 2020 admin

Crisis grants total passes £1m

Foundation Scotland has distributed over £1m to more than 260 groups since launching its new coronavirus emergency fund

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