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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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Foster care hampered by misconceptions
Charity launches campaign to encourage more to become carers
NEWS 22 January 2024 by Robert Armour
 
Community justice charity adds to board
Faye Shaw, Greg Maxwell, Heather Irving, and Natalya Macholla will all join Sacro’s board. 
NEWS 19 January 2024 by Niall Christie
 
“Often overlooked”: third sector pivotal to Scotland’s economy, research shows
Scotland’s third sector plays a pivotal role in addressing societal challenges and fostering community well-being
NEWS 18 January 2024 by Niall Christie
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Anti-poverty charity sees income soar thanks to huge increase in public donations
Public repond by digging deep to help society's poorest
NEWS 18 January 2024 by Robert Armour
 
Charity confirms closure of vital service as funders slash budget
Vulnerable women are at risk bosses say
NEWS 18 January 2024 by Robert Armour
 
Scottish Government to cut community safety charity’s grant funding by half
From April SCSN will receive just half of the grant funding from the Scottish Government.
NEWS 17 January 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Equality Network appoint new CEO
Dr Rebecca Crowther will take over at the helm, replacing Tim Hopkins.
NEWS 15 January 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Charity awarded £5,000 to support prison radio project
Their work will be broadcast nationally across other Scottish prisons.
NEWS 15 January 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Carers lose thousands in income each year 
Nearly half of working age carers lose £12,000 of income per year because they provide care. 
NEWS 15 January 2024 by Niall Christie
 
Tens of thousands forced onto pay as you go energy against their wishes
Companies said to have used a “back door” approach. 
NEWS 14 January 2024 by Niall Christie
TFN Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise 2024

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