Chair resigned after £1.5 billion charity backed petition calling for Gaza ceasfire
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Debt charity warns those relying on credit will struggle to afford Christmas
Inflation has slowed but prices remain high
Read moreThird sector worrying more about fraud as costs rise
Survey reveals CEOs’ concerns
Read moreTransition bill vote down “devastating” laments Duncan-Glancy
Disabled people will keep fighting says Labour MSP
Read moreScots language body reported to charity regulator
The centre has drawn criticism for the “manner in which the charity has responded to individuals raising those issues” of
Read moreWant to improve your organisation’s energy efficiency?
The Energy Efficiency Scheme is helping voluntary organisations improve the energy efficiency of their properties by providing advice, finance and
Read moreLeading charity will strike for half of December following collapse of pay offer
Union accuses charity of “rank hypocrisy”
Read moreCharity sector hits out at Westminster budget
Charities had said that the announcement was an opportunity for the Chancellor to extend a lifeline to struggling people and
Read moreMND charity announces major milestone
Millions invested into effective research
Read moreHolyrood committee takes on SCVO Fair Funding recommendations
Parliament’s Social Justice and Social Security Committee has taken forward a number of calls made by SCVO.
Read moreImpressive sum raised at Night In The Museum as generous donors dig deep
More than 300 attended
Read moreCampaigners slam chancellor’s “shamefull sleight of hand” as energy cap increases
Bills are still 85% higher than before the energy crisis
Read moreMSPs urged to give disabled children a just transition
Support is currently “inadequate”
Read moreHomeless project aims to prove prevention is better than cure
Homelessness is not inevitable campaigners say
Read moreLifeline service axed as council slashes budget
Less than half previously agreed budget was offered
Read moreMSPs to head Holyrood social enterprise group
Forum brings people together with politicians to discuss key policy issues that affect communities across Scotland
Read moreNew Carer Support Payment launches in Scotland
It will eventually replace Carers Allowance
Read moreWarm words not enough as white paper fails to convince aid charities
Financing is the elephant in the room, and UK government fails to address this
Read moreChildren in Need first night total plummets
Lowest first night total in nine years
Read moreCampaigners launch social history project to track young people’s experiences
Unique project will establish a historic archive of material
Read moreCaithness charity campaign for visitor attraction has site agreed
The idea of a replica broch being built in Caithness was first raised in 2012.
Read moreNew director for addiction support service
Louise will deliver the charity’s strategy and lead its 15 services across Scotland.
Read moreWorried this winter: people struggling with energy bills can get help
Over 1.4 million people in Scotland are worried about being able to adequately heat their home this winter
Read moreCo-founder of legal charity to leave in 2024
Jen Ang has been with JustRight Scotland for seven years.
Read moreCharity tells richest Scots to “clean up their acts”
The call comes from Oxfam Scotland with the Scottish Budget set to be unveiled on December 19.
Read moreNGOs demand Sunak condemns Israel’s war in Gaza
A joint letter implores PM to explicitly condemn Israel
Read moreCharity run by husband of Tory peer to shut down
Trustees lodged an application for the charity to be dissolved despite accounts being overdue.
Read moreRape crisis centres publish recommendations for service’s future
The strategic review, published in June of this year, made several welcome recommendations for the funding of VAWG services.
Read moreThird sector proves worth helping Ukrainian families settle
Organisations have worked tirelessly to provide a home from home for refugees
Read moreNew house prototype launched by homelessness charity
Houses will feature in new villages for homeless people
Read moreAppeal launched as vital fund looks set to run out before Christmas
Charity needs to secure critical donations for its Urgent Assistance Fund
Read moreCharity founder celebrated at university graduation
Ann established the charity Action Against Stalking in 2014.
Read moreScottish charity takes the global hunger message to the steps of Number 10
Loud and clear message delivered before food summit
Read moreCharities hit out at Sunak’s renewed Rwanda bid
The Supreme Court had ruled in favour of an appeal by charities and campaign groups.
Read moreScottish Government branded ‘woeful’ as it fails to support environmental campaigners
Targets have slipped and continue to do so
Read moreLeadership bursary winner announced
Each year the Walter Dickie Leadership Bursary grants £2,500 to a leader in the voluntary sector in Wales, find out
Read moreEquality action plan applauded
LGBTI organisations praise new government action plan
Read moreTFN magazine’s November edition is out now – read it here!
New mag showcases the #EssentialSector campaign
Read moreCharities hail victory for refugees as government loses Rwanda case
The country’s highest court ruled the plan unlawful following an appeal led by charities.
Read moreUK regulators join to demand better service from banks
Charities are treated differently from private and business customers
Read moreKey lead appointment made at Action for Children
Priorities will include working with third sector partners and local authorities to keep The Promise
Read moreUnite members back strike action at Glasgow East Women’s Aid
Glasgow East Women’s Aid membership have emphatically supported strike action.
Read moreCharities urge new foreign secretary to stick to aid pledge
Organisations react to former prime minister David Cameron’s appointment to the role
Read moreMore than 100 organisations call on first minister to value social care
Groups sign joint letter ahead of 2024-25 Scottish Budget
Read moreScots believe big business doesn’t do enough for charity
97% of Scots believe that service providers don’t do enough for charity
Read moreRoyal charities renamed
Coincides with king’s birthday
Read morePoorest diabetes patients suffer worst levels of NHS care
Disparity between health boards with poorest areas worse off
Read moreComplaints about door-to-door fundraising rise significantly
Charity bags, clothing banks, addressed mail and digital marketing also attract criticism
Read moreThree quarters of Scots are against grouse moor land management practices
And six times more Scots are against grouse shooting than support it
Read moreIt’s Welsh Charities Week – let’s celebrate our sector!
This week is Welsh Charities Week, from 13 – 17 November 2023, recognising the good work of charities, social enterprises,
Read moreCharity rebrand: a fresh new look for Quarriers
Its new strapline is: always with you, never without you
Read moreOlder people urgently need support to get through another difficult winter
LifeCare encourages people to share a little warmth through the charity’s Winter Warmer appeal
Read moreNew post to support financial inclusion
Organisation works for equitable finance for all
Read moreAberdeen Cyrenians strengthens board with appointment
Julie lends three decades of knowledge to the voluntary post.
Read more“Nothing pure about philanthropy”: Sector grapples with systems of oppression
SCVO’s The Gathering heard from Lankelly Chase about their radical plans.
Read moreBritain’s loneliest sheep’s fleece to be sold for charity
Proceeds will go to animal welfare groups
Read moreSAMH changes name in centenary year
The charity will now be known as Scottish Action for Mental Health.
Read more“The ones who shone through”: First Minister praises third sector
The SNP leader was speaking at SCVO’s the Gathering.
Read moreGender imbalance is holding back the charity sector
While women account for more than two-thirds of the workforce, it is men who dominate the most influential decision-making positions
Read moreEdinburgh CIC expands its winter coat exchange across the UK
Having to sacrifice basic necessities such as a winter coat can have a hugely detrimental impact on a person’s dignity
Read moreCharity chief executive joins barristers as affiliate
Johanna Boyd has led the team at Planning Aid Scotland since last year.
Read moreCash-first future: Making food banks history in Scotland
Campaigners from a number of groups came together at the Gathering.
Read moreStepChange: Women bearing brunt of the cost of living crisis
The data shows women are struggling more to keep up with household essentials and bear a greater responsibility for these
Read moreGlasgow Islamic centre facing questions over Iran link
The Al-Mahdi Islamic Centre of Glasgow also houses the Al-Mahdi Foundation.
Read moreCapt Tom’s family ordered to demolish unauthorised spa building
Family loses appeal
Read moreGiving Tuesday 2023: One day to make a world of difference
The global movement is taking place on November 28 for 2023.
Read moreYoung Women’s Movement launches its annual inspirational 30 under 30 list
Campaign seeks to highlight a diverse range of talents, backgrounds and experiences, from campaigners to youth workers, artists, writers and
Read moreCovid pandemic aided cross-sector work
Organisations told delegates of the benefits and challenges facing those undertaking partnership working.
Read moreCHAS launches new festive fundraiser
Campaign comes in response to increased demand
Read moreUnity Centre to close after 17 years
Discussions began as far back as last year about the potential for closure.
Read moreNew CEO for Perth and Kinross charity
PKAVS also acts as the third sector interface in Perth and Kinross.
Read moreCEO of leading charity to step down
Served 21 years with the organisation
Read moreReport reveals impact of social funding
Loans and investments totalled more than £47.5 million
Read moreTop tips for being a Living Wage Funder
For voluntary organisations to be able to pay the Living Wage they need funders to get on board. For Living
Read moreThis week is Trustees’ Week! How will you celebrate?
Trustees’ Week takes place from 6 to 10 November. Trustees’ Week is an annual event to showcase the great work
Read moreNew head of services for the National Autistic Society Scotland
He replaces Peter Jung who had been in the role for almost five years.
Read moreSocial care charity appoints new CEO
Blue Triangle provides trauma-informed support in accommodation services and in communities across Scotland.
Read moreJoint call for government to improve devolved older age disability payment
They believe that it would make the system fairer and offer disabled older people a better quality of life.
Read moreSocial care charities “not consulted” on a National Care Service deal
The groups made the claim at Holyrood despite a commitment to co-designing the service.
Read moreSocial enterprise receives funding boost
Know You More received a £100,000 funding boost from Social Investment Scotland.
Read moreProtecting pollinators, collecting marine data, & growing community spaces
The Landfill Disposals Tax Communities Scheme 2022/23 report highlights the incredible efforts of community groups across Wales to improve the
Read moreGirlguiding reveals new assistant chief guide
She will champion the experiences of Girlguiding’s 70,000 strong network of volunteers
Read moreCalls for charity audit threshold to be doubled
Wylie & Bisset have backed calls from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland.
Read moreEdinburgh set to declare housing emergency
People can’t access social housing or affordable rented accommodation
Read moreCharity chief set to return after suspension and misconduct probe
Independent investigation says evidence did not support allegations
Read moreCharity to host attachment conference
A leading charity is to hold a conference later this month looking at attachment theory, society, communities and poverty.
Read moreSocial Bite unveils new recovery village project for Dundee
The accommodation at the Dundee project will be 15 eco-friendly prefabricated “nest houses”.
Read moreScottish Ministers pressed over pledge to fix climate law breach
The work is being led by the Good Law Project and the Environmental Rights Centre for Scotland.
Read moreScottish Rural & Islands Parliament opens
This year also sees the inaugural Scottish Rural & Islands Youth Parliament.
Read moreNew service to feed and clothe children launches
Charity responding to growing need
Read moreGlasgow East Women’s Aid in staff suspension row
An industrial action ballot opened on October 30 and closes on 13 November over the suspensions.
Read moreMovember ready to launch in spectacular style
Men’s health movement put on spectacular display
Read moreLorraine Kelly to front a night of fundraising as STV Children’s Appeal returns
This year’s event features an exclusive performance by Tom Walker.
Read moreCall for pre-loved items to support children’s services
Charity is always on the look out for re-sellable goods
Read moreSCIAF welcomes new chief executive
Lorraine Currie joins the charity following an impressive career spanning three decades in humanitarian relief and international development.
Read moreRally highlights plight of those brought up in care
They call for lifelong rights
Read moreFree bus fares for asylum seekers “transformative” says charity
Those seeking asylum can’t afford public transport
Read moreScotland’s social enterprise awards: find out all about the winners and nominees here
The annual awards Scotland saw nine social enterprises and social entrepreneurs from across the country revealed at a Holyrood reception
Read moreFife Gingerbread launches its life-changing Heat and Eat appeal
Money raised will help ensure families in need can have a safe and warm Christmas
Read moreWelsh Charities Week – let’s celebrate our sector!
Welsh Charities Week is back from 13 – 17 November 2023, recognising the good work of charities, social enterprises, voluntary
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