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The voice of Scotland’s vibrant voluntary sector

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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Ten Scottish hostels for a super staycation
Today's hostels are a far cry from the cold and comfortless bunkhouses of old, we've found 10 of the best for those looking for an ethical staycation
LIST 13 March 2018 by Gareth Jones
 
8 wonderful ways to beat the January blues
TFN looks at ways that you can stave off the winter blues while also supporting Scottish good causes
LIST 4 January 2018 by Gareth Jones
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Get into the Christmas spirit and give to charity
'Tis the season of goodwill, so here are some quick and easy ways to capture the true spirit of Christmas and help improve life for others this winter
LIST 27 November 2017 by Susan Smith
 
12 steps to prepare for the new GDPR
Val Surgenor presents her 12 steps for your organisation to prepare for the new General Data Protection Regulation
LIST 25 September 2017 Guest post
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The UK’s 25 biggest fundraising events
Events company Massive has compiled a list of the largest fundraising events in the UK and how much they raise in 2016
LIST 10 August 2017 by Georgina Harris
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7 social enterprise caterers
Got an event to cater but fed up with boring sandwiches? Jolene Campbell has found caterers with a conscience across Scotland that will sort you out
LIST 7 August 2017 by Jolene Campbell
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Six family fun days for social good
Summer is here and so is TFN's list of great family days out that also contribute to a better society
LIST 13 June 2017 by Karin Goodwin
 
20 inspiring Scottish social entrepreneurs
Some of them have been around for decades, others are barely out of school, but TFN believes all 20 of these social entrepreneurs are truly inspiring
LIST 16 May 2017 by Susan Smith
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Five fabulous voluntourism opportunities
Book a few weeks volunteering abroad and change your life
LIST 16 May 2017 by Robert Armour
 
6 ingredients of change
Wonder why your charity’s campaign hasn’t worked? Susan Smith examines the six elements you need for a successful campaign
LIST 6 April 2017 by Susan Smith
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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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