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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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Some people thought lockdown would change the way citizens access services - they were wrong
We recognise that different people want different channels and offering choice is paramount to what we do
OPINION 10 June 2024 by Derek Mitchell
 
Fife charity worker admits stealing thousands from vulnerable people
Sense Scotland have now agreed to repay the money in full.
NEWS 5 June 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Sight Scotland appoint new chair of board
Paul brings over 30 years of experience in the charitable sector.
NEWS 5 June 2024 by Niall Christie
 
New nursing director for CHAS
She will direct teams working in hospices, hospitals and within children’s own homes across Scotland
NEWS 5 June 2024 by Graham Martin
 
Charity thanks its volunteers for the crucial contribution they make
"Volunteers do not do what they do for recognition, but we think it is vital to highlight the work they do"
NEWS 4 June 2024 by Graham Martin
 
Volunteers' Week: 40 years of celebrating a vital force in our communities
“Volunteering is priceless but I think it is important to recognise that its estimated value to the Scottish economy is £2.3 billion.”
NEWS 4 June 2024 by Graham Martin
 
Scots parents tormented by the spectre of poverty and mental illness
Parents are finding it increasingly difficult to cope
NEWS 4 June 2024 by Robert Armour
 
Fair Funding is essential for sustainable volunteering
Volunteers Week: we need a clear commitment to Fair Funding says Sarah Latto
OPINION 3 June 2024 by Sarah Latto
 
Charity launches own lottery
Chance to scoop £25,000 jackpot
NEWS 3 June 2024 by Robert Armour
 
Setting sail for a brighter future
Volunteers Week: CHAS on the success of its volunteering strategy since the dark days of the pandemic
OPINION 3 June 2024 by Fiona Harvey
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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