Open to everyone aged over 50 in the Falkirk District and their supporters, the OPN provides access to a network of resources enhancing mental wellbeing, improving community connection, and promoting a sense of purpose.
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Alcohol Awareness Week
Taking place from Monday 7 July – Sunday 13 July 2025, Alcohol Awareness Week is dedicated to raising awareness, advocating for change and more. Organised by Alcohol Change UK, this year’s theme is “Alcohol and Work” with the tagline: “It’s time to put people, not alcohol, at the centre of things.”
Charity Law Changes: Charity Trustee Information Requirements
Charities can now submit their charity trustee information through the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) Online portal, as part of new requirements under the Charities (Regulation and Administration) (Scotland) Act 2023. This data will support OSCR’s regulatory work, and from early 2026, the names of charity trustees will be published on the Scottish Charity Register to promote transparency and strengthen public trust in the sector.
Employability Day 2025:“Inactivity to Opportunity to Good Work”
Friday 20 June 2025 marks Employability Day 2025 – an opportunity to showcase the impact of employment support services, with this year’s theme focusing on “Inactivity to Opportunity to Good Work”. Last year, we highlighted the value of the third sector as supportive, diverse, and meaningful environment to start and develop a career – and we feel this new theme compliments this further by showcasing some of our resources which directly support individuals and groups on their journey with employability.
Rural Communities Benefit From Funding Success
Emphasising the importance of the ‘& District’ in our name, CVS Falkirk & District is delighted to share the results from the Kelvin Valley and Falkirk Community-Led Local Development Fund.
This Carers Week, Have You Created a Carer Support Statement or Plan?
As we come towards the end of Carers Week 2025, we want to spotlight the support available locally through Falkirk and Clackmannanshire Carers Centre.
Volunteers Week 2025: The Cross Party Group for Volunteering Celebration Event
The Cross Party Group (CPG) for Volunteering held a Volunteers’ Week 2025 event in Scottish Parliament to celebrate the impact of volunteering. Our volunteering team, Ashleigh and Beth, attended to hear more about the difference volunteering is making in Scotland, and wrote up their experiences of the day for our latest blog post!
Charity Law Changes: Charity Trustees Information to be Submitted and Published
The Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) has announced that from Monday 30 June 2025, all Scottish charities will be required to begin submitting detailed trustee information through the OSCR Online portal. This change is part of the Charities (Regulation and Administration) (Scotland) Act 2023.
CVS Falkirk & District Volunteering Awards 2025: “The most powerful stories often come from quiet, everyday moments”
Saying ‘THANK YOU’ this Volunteers’ Week!
Giving Thanks: CVS Falkirk & District Volunteering Award Winners 2025
The winners of the 2025 CVS Falkirk & District Volunteering Awards Ceremony are…