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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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Sight loss charity to put its 160-year history on film
It will combine historical archives, personal stories and contemporary footage
NEWS 8 August 2025 by Graham Martin
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Scotland's Social Enterprise Awards - read the full shortlist here
This year saw a record number of applications, highlighting the continued growth of Scotland’s social enterprise movement
NEWS 8 August 2025 by Graham Martin
 
Senior arts charity figure in row over “ableist” slur
Charity CEO and finance manager Steven Thomson has been criticised by campaigners
NEWS 5 August 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Community buys historic pub
Pub has become a renowned community asset
NEWS 24 July 2025 by Rab Armour
 
Fife Climate Festival to return this autumn
The event will celebrate community climate action.
NEWS 23 July 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Charity opens new independent‑living hub
Young adults with additional needs will be able to live more independently.
NEWS 23 July 2025 by Niall Christie
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Conervation group hails new head
Takes up post in September
NEWS 23 July 2025 by Rab Armour
 
PM looks to reshape how government works with communities to tackle society's biggest challenges
Charities, faith groups, social enterprises and impact investors recognised as essential partners
NEWS 17 July 2025 by Niall Christie
 
Unheard voices reshape health and care in pioneering arts research project
Research led by Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh proposes a redesign of health and care services.
NEWS 15 July 2025 by Niall Christie
 
TFN magazine's July edition is out now - read it all here
New mag looks at Scotland Demands Better, a minimum income guarantee, the Scottish Charity Awards winners and much more
NEWS 14 July 2025 by Graham Martin
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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