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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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Prioritise homeless children in budget urges Shelter Scotland  
The charity made the call ahead of December’s Scottish budget.
NEWS 20 November 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Former charity worker given warning after “racially motivated” remarks
Anthony Drury was said to have also left vulnerable service users alone.
NEWS 19 November 2024 by Niall Christie
 
“Hard decisions”: Glasgow charities warn of funding pressures
Charities in Glasgow have said the government must provide more help for grassroots organisations as third sector groups hit funding “burnout”. 
NEWS 18 November 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Two young Scots determined to make a difference
They have joined NSPCC’s Young People’s Board for Change
NEWS 15 November 2024 by Graham Martin
 
Impact of budget on Scottish charities as helpful as a “vigorous kick in the spleen”
A letter to the editor from Alistair Haw, chief executive officer, Scottish Huntington’s Association
OPINION 14 November 2024 by Alistair Haw
 
Scottish budget: the time for fair and efficient funding is now
Dr Judith Turbyne urges the Scottish Government to prioritise stable funding models and better use of resources for charities
OPINION 14 November 2024 by Dr Judith Turbyne
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Awards celebrate Scotland's change makers
Ten award categories celebrated the breadth and diversity of the country's thriving social enterprise sector
NEWS 14 November 2024 by Graham Martin
 
“Growing financial pressures”: chief executive urges funding overhaul 
Dr Turbyne was speaking after the publication of a new pre-Budget report
NEWS 14 November 2024 by Niall Christie
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STV Children’s Appeal raises £2.4million
The 2024 total highlights the efforts of fundraisers across Scotland. 
NEWS 12 November 2024 by Niall Christie
 
TFN magazine's November edition is out now - read it all here!
New mag looks at the UK budget, Palestinian solidarity, community ownership and much, much more
NEWS 12 November 2024 by Graham Martin
TFN Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise 2024

This year’s Guide takes a look at how the sector is progressing in inclusion, diversity, equality and environmentalism - what more can be done to further these aims, featuring a wealth of expert opinion, advice and reflection.

Read it here
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