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Published by Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

TFN is published by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, Mansfield Traquair Centre, 15 Mansfield Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6BB. The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Registration number SC003558.

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Beyond the crisis: we need to address the chronic problems of poverty 
We must radically re-think our structures and systems around work, social security and public services
OPINION 18 March 2024 by Emma Jackson
 
Benefits of CRM to third sector organisations
Sponsored content: Niall McCaffrey, managing director of ProAptivity, on how customer relationship management software can help your organisation
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Productivity boost from volunteering adds £4.6bn to the economy every year
Volunteering could also support jobseekers back into work, says new report 
NEWS 15 March 2024 by Graham Martin
 
Glasgow charity set to benefit from Wonka farce
“A lot of children and families were let down by the Wonka event, but this will support our National Play Day event"
NEWS 14 March 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Lifeboat charity refuses donation from sectarian flute band
Stonehaven RNLI turned down the funds from the Pride of the Rock Flute Band, who had offered £850 to the charity. 
NEWS 12 March 2024 by Niall Christie
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“Act now”: UK and Scottish Governments questioned over funding for Glasgow charity
The Glasgow Disability Alliance has said questions remain over how it will provide core services beyond this month. 
NEWS 12 March 2024 by Niall Christie
 
No escape from debt warns advice group
Many are forced into arrears when before they enjoyed comfortable lifestyles
NEWS 11 March 2024 by Robert Armour
 
“The budget failed”: third sector voices slam Tory government budget
Scotland’s voluntary sector has slated the UK Government’s latest budget plans.
NEWS 6 March 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Charity helps older people unlock cash
Helpline proves vital in this time of need
NEWS 5 March 2024 by Robert Armour
 
Glasgow East Women’s Aid to close
The charity will shut its doors months after staff walked out over bullying allegations. 
NEWS 4 March 2024 by Niall Christie
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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