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16th April 2020 admin

PPE drive for frontline staff

MedSupplyDriveUKScotland is looking for urgent donations of equipment that can support staff through the coronavirus pandemic

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16th April 2020 admin

Older people “must have equal access to treatment”

Charity calls for assurances after figures show 237 care home residents have died from Covid-19.

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16th April 2020 admin

Free wills campaign raises £155,000 for Marie Curie

Glasgow legal firm Scullion Law has helped 700 people leave money to the charity.

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SCVO
16th April 2020 admin

New guidance to tackle domestic abuse during lockdown

​Many families remain at home with abusers during the coronavirus pandemic

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SCVO
16th April 2020 admin

Online event to highlight diabetes support

Charity warns lockdown can be overwhelming to some with type 1 diabetes.

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SCVO
16th April 2020 admin

International aid faces huge losses

Aid groups need to be at the front of the fight against the global virus

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SCVO
16th April 2020 admin

Harry backs Street Soccer Scotland

Former West Ham and Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp took the time to speak to the players the charity supports

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SCVO
16th April 2020 admin

Mavis celebrates a special birthday

An 81-year-old woman is celebrating her birthday after overcoming the odds to beat coronavirus

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16th April 2020 admin

VODG responds to government’s COVID-19 action plan for adult social care

For far too long, the social care sector has not been recognised for the vital contribution it makes to our

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SCVO
15th April 2020 admin

Family determined to take part in tenth Kiltwalk

The Moirs, from Erskine, have raised over £22,000 in memory of their son Aidan.

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SCVO
15th April 2020 admin

Sexual predators targeted during lockdown

Charities have welcomed a new campaign from Police Scotland.

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SCVO
15th April 2020 admin

Men’s Shed produces vital equipment

Kinross and District Men’s Shed is producing face masks to help support key workers during the coronavirus pandemic

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SCVO
15th April 2020 admin

No “quick fix” from £30m charity pledge

Legal experts warn of third sector cashflow struggles while applications are processed.

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SCVO
15th April 2020 admin

Immediate pay rise for social care support staff announced

Social care support workers providing direct adult support will have their pay increased to at least the Real Living Wage

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SCVO
15th April 2020 admin

Helpline to support those most at risk from Covid-19

A new national service has been launched to provide advice during the pandemic.

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SCVO
15th April 2020 admin

Furlough queries dominate concerns raised

Almost a third of coronavirus related enquiries made to a national advice service centre around the job retention scheme

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SCVO
15th April 2020 admin

Charities invited to apply to £50m fund

The Wellbeing Fund aims to assist third sector organisations working with people impacted by the coronavirus pandemic

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15th April 2020 admin

New Research Shows British Philanthropy is strengthening, but the needs created by the COVID-19 crisis highlight the potential for philanthropy to do more.

News (UK) 14 April 2020     Given the overwhelming scale of the COVID-19 crisis, government cannot tackle all the

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Uncategorized
11th April 2020 admin

Wrongful trading provisions temporarily suspended for UK companies

Charitable companies, trading subsidiaries of charities and CICs will be relieved to hear that the government is temporarily suspending wrongful

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11th April 2020 admin

Involving Volunteers Guidance

George Gillespie from Volunteer Now delivered a webinar on Involving Volunteers during the COVID 19 crisis and shared really good

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11th April 2020 admin

Local Community Pharmacy Volunteer Programme offers guidance and support

The Community Development Health Network (CDHN) is providing guidance and support to groups offering volunteering support to community pharmacies 

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11th April 2020 admin

Using Social Media to connect

Louise Brogan from Social Bee NI delivered a webinar for NICVA on using social media to connect staff and service

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WCVA
11th April 2020 admin

Government funding welcome first step to keep vital voluntary services running

On Monday, the Welsh Government announced £24 million for the voluntary sector. Two funds managed by WCVA will support volunteering

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10th April 2020 admin

Covid-19: How funders can support grantees responding to the pressures of uncertainty

Since the beginning of this crisis, we have been drawing on conversations with VCSE organisations and with individual foundations across

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SCVO
10th April 2020 admin

Care workers PPE agreement reached

Unions have come to an agreement with the government that staff will be able to wear whatever they feel is

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SCVO
10th April 2020 admin

£30m pledge to Scottish charities

The emergency funding is part of a wider £750 million package which aims to support organisations across the UK

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SCVO
10th April 2020 admin

Your TFN magazine is available to read here!

Your new TFN magazine is out now – and you can read it here!

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SCVO
10th April 2020 admin

IT giants offer free video conferencing

IBM and Cisco will provide the Webex conferencing tool for free to charities

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SCVO
10th April 2020 admin

Scotland faces cost of living crisis

Citizens Advice Scotland has found a third of Scots are worried about being able to pay for food and other

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10th April 2020 admin

Chancellor announces new £750M Covid-19 funding for UK charities

The UK chancellor has announced £750 million of funding for the UK charity sector in response to the Covid-19 crisis. 

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10th April 2020 admin

Five lessons from the past about spontaneous volunteering in emergencies

The spread of coronavirus in the UK has seen a rapid rise in grassroots activities outside of official emergency responses

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10th April 2020 admin

Government funding for charities: An important start but more is needed

After weeks of waiting with bated breath, yesterday the chancellor announced a new package of support for charities. What’s in

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SCVO
9th April 2020 admin

£500k in emergency funding handed out

Organisations from across Scotland have already benefited from emergency coronavirus funding

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SCVO
9th April 2020 admin

Grim figures show threat virus poses to older people

Age Scotland has reacted to the news that more than 60% of Covid-19 related deaths were people aged over 75

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SCVO
9th April 2020 admin

New chair for Unicef’s Scottish board

Malcolm Robertson succeeds Lynne Cadenhead in the role.

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SCVO
9th April 2020 admin

Men’s Sheds appoints Sir Harry Burns as patron

The former chief medical officer will promote the charity across Scotland.

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SCVO
9th April 2020 admin

Anxiety charities face surge in demand

Anxiety UK and OCD-UK call for more support for people with mental health difficulties.

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SCVO
9th April 2020 admin

Charities awarded £380,000 to support young people

Thousands of families will benefit from the Wellbeing Fund award.

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SCVO
9th April 2020 admin

Charities see drop in regular donations

The amount of people who cancelled donations made by Direct Debit to charities fell sharply when the coronavirus pandemic set

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Uncategorized
9th April 2020 admin

Guide for Donors,Philanthropists and Family Foundations – Monday 6 April 2020 Issue 1

News (UK) 8 April 2020 ABOUT THIS GUIDE   This weekly guide provides information on the funding options for private

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9th April 2020 admin

Funding for charities a welcome first step, but now is the time to strengthen communities – VODG responds to Chancellor’s announcement

Today’s announcement of a £750million funding package for charities is a welcome first step to supporting the voluntary sector during

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9th April 2020 admin

Covid-19 NICVA – Update Wednesday 8 April 2020

Read the latest update from our Chief Executive in the fight against Covid-19 and what we are doing to help

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9th April 2020 admin

Raising your Covid-19 questions and concerns with government

Read here how NICVA is putting to government and seeking urgent answers to the many recurring Covid-19-related questions and concerns which

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9th April 2020 admin

How our sector needs supported in the current crisis

Our recent Covid-19 survey reveals the support needs of voluntary and community organisations in the current crisis

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9th April 2020 admin

Volunteering and furloughing: What do we know?

With many organisations taking decisions about whether to furlough their staff, we set out below what this means for those

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SCVO
8th April 2020 admin

Children In Need and Comic Relief unite for TV fundraiser

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

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SCVO
8th April 2020 admin

Charities launch post-Covid support hub

Service launched after studies suggest Covid can have long-term health impacts.

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SCVO
8th April 2020 admin

Covid crisis: civic Scotland unites in call for emergency child benefit rise

In a mass show of strength, unity and solidarity, a huge coalition of civil society groups is demanding an emergency

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SCVO
8th April 2020 admin

Charity helping Scots to get musical

Drake Music Scotland has launched new resources which allow people of all ages to learn musical skills for free

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SCVO
8th April 2020 admin

50,000 Scots offer to help in corona battle

There has been a fantastic response to a campaign which aims to allow Scots to support the coronavirus response

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8th April 2020 admin

What sector organisations are having to do in the current crisis

Our recent Covid-19 impacts survey reveals what sector organisations are doing and planning to try to survive and give support

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8th April 2020 admin

Crowdfunder 100% free for organisations during the crisis

Crowdfunding is a way of raising money through the collective effort of family, friends, customers, individual investors and the public

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8th April 2020 admin

NHS Volunteer Responders: The largest peacetime mobilisation of volunteers

Last week saw the launch of NHS Volunteer Responders – volunteers who’re supporting the NHS during the covid-19 outbreak.  As of today, the scheme

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SCVO
7th April 2020 admin

New CEO takes up post with Quarriers

Dr Ron Culley pledged to support vulnerable people during the Covid-19 crisis.

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SCVO
7th April 2020 admin

Project to support isolated workers

Carr Gomm will receive expert advice from The Service Design Academy after identifying issues in connecting with workers

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SCVO
7th April 2020 admin

£8m coronavirus support fund

People most at risk from the impacts of the coronavirus outbreak will benefit from the funding

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SCVO
7th April 2020 admin

Charities unite to provide 350 meals a week

Five organisations have joined forces to feed homeless people in Glasgow.

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SCVO
7th April 2020 admin

See Me mental health programme appoints new director

Wendy Halliday brings over 30 years of experience in public health to the role.

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SCVO
7th April 2020 admin

Palliative care workers given coronavirus advice

Marie Curie has published guidance for health and social care professionals.

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SCVO
7th April 2020 admin

Age Scotland launches urgent fundraising appeal

The charity has seen calls to its helpline soar during the Covid-19 outbreak.

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SCVO
7th April 2020 admin

Cancer charities complete merger

Pancreatic Cancer Scotland and Pancreatic Cancer Action have officially joined forces as they look to lead support for those affected

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SCVO
7th April 2020 admin

House for healing to support child victims

A number of charities have teamed up to create the revolutionary £1.5m facility

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7th April 2020 admin

How Covid-19 is Impacting Sector Organisations

Further analysis of the responses to the recent NICVA Covid-19 survey has revealed more details on how the current crisis is

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7th April 2020 admin

HR Update Covid19 – Confirming furlough status with your employees

On 4 April 2020 HMRC published updated guidance on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, confirming that to be eligible for the grant,

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7th April 2020 admin

Red Cross COVID 19 Protection and Prevention webinar

Stephen Donnelly from the International Red Cross presents a webinar on COVID 19 Protection and Prevention.

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WCVA
7th April 2020 admin

COVID-19 and virtual meetings: ICSA Guidance

The Governance Institute, ICSA, has produced a free guidance note on good practice for virtual board and committee meetings. This

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WCVA
7th April 2020 admin

Consultation on regional investment in Wales outside the European Union

The Welsh Government is currently consulting on a framework for regional investment for Wales. The proposal can be found here

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WCVA
7th April 2020 admin

Covid-19: two new funds announced to support voluntary organisations

Welsh Government will provide new funding for voluntary organisations, both at the forefront of the Coronavirus support efforts, and for

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6th April 2020 admin

Covid-19: How funders can ease reporting requirements

Funders across the UK are busy adapting their processes to better support their grantees and the wider sector in the

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SCVO
4th April 2020 admin

Covid-19: charities need urgent financial help – or many will collapse

Charities and voluntary groups need an urgent financial support package – or many face imminent collapse

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SCVO
4th April 2020 admin

Celebrating our carers

Around 150,000 carers are continuing to help Scotland’s most vulnerable through the coronavirus pandemic

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SCVO
4th April 2020 admin

New air ambulance takes to the skies

Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) has welcomed a second helicopter to its fleet

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SCVO
4th April 2020 admin

One of Scotland’s oldest charities continues to adapt

Carolina House Trust has previously had to respond to two wars, economic challenges and the outbreak of cholera

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4th April 2020 admin

Emergencies Leadership Group meets again to drive progress

Emergencies Leadership Group updates and progress following their latest meeting on 2 April 2020.

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WCVA
4th April 2020 admin

COVID- 19: Changing charitable objects

The Charity Commission has updated its COVID-19 guidance to include information for charities considering whether they need to change their

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4th April 2020 admin

Evaluating under fire: Managing impact during coronavirus

These are tough times for our sector. Voluntary organisations are having to adapt rapidly to the coronavirus pandemic. Many are

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SCVO
3rd April 2020 admin

Mary’s Meals: our life saving work will go on

A Scotland-based aid charity has vowed that its work to feed hungry children won’t stop, despite Covid-19

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SCVO
3rd April 2020 admin

Benefits of walking stressed

Paths for All says it’s more important than ever that people who feel well should go for a wander

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SCVO
3rd April 2020 admin

Coronavirus puts 80% of heritage sites at risk

A new £50m emergency fund has been created to support attractions across the UK

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SCVO
3rd April 2020 admin

Climate summit postponed

COP26, which had been due to take place in Glasgow in November, has been postponed as a result of the

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3rd April 2020 admin

Companies House – extension for filing accounts

Registered companies will be able to apply to Companies House for a 3-month extension for filing their accounts to help them deal

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3rd April 2020 admin

Clothworkers’ Emergency Capital Programme

The Clothworkers’ Foundation is designating £300,000 to provide small and medium charities responding to the COVID 19 outbreak with capital

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3rd April 2020 admin

Covid-19 mutual aid and community support: How volunteers are getting involved

The volunteer response to coronavirus has been truly astonishing. Despite the UK being on lockdown, more than 750,000 volunteers have

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SCVO
2nd April 2020 admin

Retailers to stock The Big Issue for the first time

Sainsbury’s and McColl’s will sell the magazine during the Covid-19 outbreak.

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SCVO
2nd April 2020 admin

Cat and dog home battles on

Edinburgh Cat and Dog Home has pledged to continue supporting animals and staff through the coronavirus crisis as it faces

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SCVO
2nd April 2020 admin

Delay to Climate Change Plan “understandable”

The Scottish Government says it remains fully committed to tackling the climate emergency.

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SCVO
2nd April 2020 admin

Government “must not lose focus on childcare”

Children in Scotland calls for clarity as expansion delayed due to coronavirus.

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SCVO
2nd April 2020 admin

Emergency funding to support domestic abuse charities

The Scottish Government has announced vital funding for domestic abuse charities, as they expect an increase in cases with the

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SCVO
2nd April 2020 admin

Charities to share in £1.4m Kiltwalk windfall

The cash will be distributed between 530 charities over the next two days.

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SCVO
2nd April 2020 admin

Homeless charity faced abuse after suspending services

The Halliday Foundation has called for people to be kind after criticism of its decision to suspend services it provides

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SCVO
2nd April 2020 admin

Pledge to care experienced Scots

Promises made in the Care Review still remain a priority, despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic

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SCVO
2nd April 2020 admin

Scotland skipper Robertson urges older people to call helpline

The Liverpool star is backing Age Scotland as it offers advice and support during the Covid-19 outbreak.

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2nd April 2020 admin

Charity Commission issues updated guidance for charities during the coronavirus outbreak

The Charity Commission’s guidance now includes important advice on charity finance, safeguarding, charitable purposes, fundraising, data protection, annual reporting, charity meetings and

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Uncategorized
2nd April 2020 admin

How are current government funders responding to the Covid-19 crisis?

How are government departments funding the sector responding to the challenges that organisations face in the current crisis, particularly regarding

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2nd April 2020 admin

Government funding schemes for the sector to address Covid-19 impacts

Below is a summary of available sources of government financial support available to sector organisations in Northern Ireland to address the

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2nd April 2020 admin

Share your COVID-19 support service information

If your organisation is offering help to the public or to other organisations, please take some time to share this

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Uncategorized
2nd April 2020 admin

Free GrantTracker Offer in the Covid-19 Crisis

NICVA’s recent survey demonstrated Covid-19’s negative impacts on fundraising.  So, we want to help you access all the funders you

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WCVA
2nd April 2020 admin

Furloughing Employees and the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme

Many voluntary organisations may need to furlough employees and use the UK Government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme. The scheme has

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SCVO
1st April 2020 admin

Young jobseekers with disabilities supported through crisis

A new campaign aims to motivate those looking for work during the coronavirus outbreak.

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SCVO
1st April 2020 admin

Record numbers of visually impaired children need support

Royal Blind say there are now 4,735 schoolchildren in Scotland with visual impairments.

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