Explore UK Grantmaking: New Report Now Available
June 16, 2025
The latest UKGrantmaking report is now live – offering fresh data, insights and trends on grant funding across the UK. This year’s edition covers over £23 billion in grants made…
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Updated PVG Guidance for Specific Groups
June 16, 2025
New guidance is now available to help you understand what the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 means for your organisation. Tailored information is now available for: Parent-run groups Sports organisations Health…
Carers UK 60th Anniversary Awards Now Open for Nominations
June 12, 2025
Carers UK has announced that nominations are now open for its 60th Anniversary Awards, celebrating the dedication and impact of unpaid carers, community groups, employers, partners, and volunteers across the…
Public Contracts Scotland Eases Visibility for the Third Sector
June 12, 2025
Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) has introduced improvements that make it easier for third sector organisations to be recognised on the platform — and for public sector buyers to find them.…
Support to Cut Energy Costs in Your Community Building
June 12, 2025
The CARES Community Buildings Fund is now open for applications! This fund provides grants to help community organisations cut their energy bills and reduce carbon emissions. It supports the installation…
Social Innovation Challenge 2025: Now Open for Early-Stage Changemakers
June 11, 2025
The Social Innovation Challenge 2025, Firstport’s flagship grant programme, is now officially open for applications—offering a major opportunity for individuals and early-stage organisations with bold ideas to tackle Scotland’s most…
2025 SURF Awards Now Open for Applications
June 11, 2025
Applications have officially opened for the 2025 SURF Awards for Best Practice in Community Regeneration, following a special online launch event attended by 60 guests. The SURF Awards, delivered in…
Apply NOW for Action Earth Grants
June 11, 2025
Volunteering Matters Action Earth has grants of £250 to help communities to respond to our nature and climate crises. Funded by the National Lottery Community Fund and NatureScot, these Action…
Broxburn MultiCultural Gala Day 2025
June 11, 2025
The 2025 Broxburn MultiCultural Gala Day will take place from 12pm to 3pm on Saturday 28th June at Albyn Park, in partnership with the West Lothian African Women’s Network. This…
Third Sector Annual Report 24/25 Launched: Highlighting Strong Partnerships and Community Support
June 10, 2025
The 5th Third Sector Annual report was launched today. The report highlights the strong partnership between West Lothian Council, Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian (VSGWL) and the Third Sector and…
