As the new interface between West Lothian’s Community Planning Partners and the Voluntary Sector, the GATEWAY has three core objectives: Capacity Buildingfor the Voluntary Sector, Volunteer Development and Social Enterprise Development.

The GATEWAY also

• Co-ordinates volunteering projects that support West Lothian’s communities
• Provides information and advice on issues such as: funding, governance, training, legal structure, start up, staff and volunteer recruitment, monitoring and evaluation, and networking.
• Delivers a variety of learning and skills development courses
• Organises networking events and represents the Voluntary Sector at local and national forums

Click to view the 2010-2012  Operational Action Plan (Leading the Way)

Mission Statement

To be a leading edge organisation with the capability, capacity and confidence to shape the future of a strong and thriving Voluntary  Community and Social Enterprise Sector, enhancing the quality of life for the people of West Lothian

Business Hours

The GATEWAY is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, and we can be reached by Email –vsg@vsgwl.org – Telephone (01506) 650111 – or Fax (01506) 650222.