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TFN is published by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG. The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Registration number SC003558.

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Trustees' Week: do you have what it takes to help run a charity?
Simon Rennie on the vital role played by trustees
OPINION 31 October 2025 by Simon Rennie
 
Charities face critical challenges as costs rise and demand increases
Research finds the financial strain on the sector is affecting the delivery of services
NEWS 31 October 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Thousands march for a better Scotland - and this is only the beginning
Campaign will continue with transformative demands and a vision of hope and unity over division
NEWS 28 October 2025 by Graham Martin
 
TFN's new Guide to Running a Charity is out now - and you can read it all here
Publication features invaluable expert commentary and an exclusive preview of in-depth research into what it's like to work in the voluntary sector
NEWS 27 October 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Thousands set take to the streets to demand a better Scotland
The Scotland Demands Better event will bring together anti-poverty campaigners, trade unions, faith groups, environmental activists, charities and more
NEWS 24 October 2025 by Graham Martin
 
New Girlguiding badge for Black History Month revealed
It was designed by illustrator Cherelle Brown
NEWS 21 October 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Board battle brings disability charity to the brink as regulator steps in
OSCR demands board holds an extraordinary general meeting
NEWS 21 October 2025 by Rab Armour
 
Website relaunch to help disabled people travel with confidence
It will continue Euan MacDonald's legacy and the charity’s mission
NEWS 21 October 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Partnership means more activities for those with support needs in three cities
Partnership will offer a variety of activities
NEWS 17 October 2025 by Rab Armour
 
"Hear the people": politicians invited to Scotland Demands Better - but in 'listening mode'
Campaigners from across Scotland converge on the capital on Saturday, 25 October
NEWS 14 October 2025 by Graham Martin
TFN Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise 2024

This year’s Guide takes a special look at what it’s like to work in Scotland’s voluntary sector, featuring the results of in-depth research. It contains a wealth of advice and analysis from experts in their field.

Read it here
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