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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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Blue Cake Day gave us time to talk
Kirsty Greer on taking the time to connect
OPINION 6 February 2025 by Kirsty Greer
 
Scottish Government announces £60m in multi-year funding deals
A total of 45 grants running to April 2027 were unveiled
NEWS 5 February 2025 by Niall Christie
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Promise to care experienced children, young people and families behind schedule
New report warns progress has been delayed but 2030 target is still achievable. 
NEWS 5 February 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Former Scottish Labour leader launches new Glasgow charity
Jim Murphy will provide an initial £20,000 to support people in Arden. 
NEWS 4 February 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Swinney tells Gathering: Scots budget backing means multi-year funding for sector
He tells delegates: “I need you to be less worried about money”
NEWS 4 February 2025 by Robert Armour
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Anxiety stalks Scotland's children
Remains the biggest mental health issue
NEWS 3 February 2025 by Robert Armour
 
Charity reveals new chief executive
Brings a wealth of experience to the role
NEWS 3 February 2025 by Robert Armour
 
Scottish volunteer firefighter wins prestigious charity award
Cameron Carmichael is based at Kilmelford Community Fire Station in Argyll and Bute. 
NEWS 31 January 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Edinburgh aid charity expresses concern for worker held in Israeli prison
Mohammad el Sharif was taken by Israeli forces in Gaza City last year. 
NEWS 31 January 2025 by Niall Christie
 
A day in the life of a Cyrenians mediator
For Family Mediation Week, Alan Jeffrey writes about what a typical day looks like as he supports families to reconnect, rebuild relationships, and avoid the causes and consequences of youth homelessness.
OPINION 30 January 2025 by Alan Jeffrey
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.

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