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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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Making memories matter
Anna Turner explores how charities can maximise the rich potential of in-memory products to give supporters the choice they seek
OPINION 15 January 2025 by Anna Turner
 
First minister told fair tax reform key to transforming Scotland’s future
Campaigners have urged the first minister to be bold in his attempts to find solutions to child poverty north of the border.
NEWS 15 January 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Charities told to use AI with caution when applying for funds
“AI-supported applications do not tell the unique story of your community and how you want to support them"
NEWS 14 January 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Charities' investments are being used to plug the funding gap
Research shows organisations need to maximise return on investments
NEWS 14 January 2025 by Robert Armour
 
Insurance firm to offer free cyber security tool for SCVO members
Keegan & Pennykid and cyber insurance specialist Coalition are partnering with the sector body
NEWS 14 January 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Charity lead: I netted an MBE but it's all about teamwork
Natasha Gilmour on receiving an honour
OPINION 13 January 2025 by Natasha Gilmour
 
MSPs urged to back private jet tax to tackle “pollutocrats”
World’s richest 1% burn through their entire annual carbon limit in just 10 days. 
NEWS 10 January 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Voluntary sector heroes recognised in King's New Year Honours
They have all given back to the community
NEWS 8 January 2025 by Graham Martin
 
“Lack of transparency”: NGO group hits out at UK Government on aid spending at home
Government unable to confirm timeline for reducing aid spending on domestic asylum and refugee costs.
NEWS 8 January 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Perth and Kinross charities receive grants worth £1.9 million
The Gannochy Trust provided support to four organisations 
NEWS 8 January 2025 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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