Marking Carers Rights Day, Falkirk & Clackmannanshire Carers Centre is hosting a special Know Your Rights Drop-In Event on Thursday 19 November, 12.30pm – 6.30pm. Based at the Falkirk & Clackmannanshire Carers Centre (FK1 1NB), go along to find out more about your rights, benefits, support services, short breaks, employment rights and other help available to carers. Open…
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Firstport Social Innovation Challenge 2026 Finalists
From developing leadership through horses to restoring soils and increasing inclusion, three social enterprises are demonstrating how inventive business approaches can create lasting social and environmental value. Herd Dynamics CIC, Rhyze and Code Division are finalists in Firstport’s Social Innovation Challenge 2026. Herd Dynamics CIC connects business leadership development with opportunities for young people facing…
Halloween Fun That Gives Back
From dance-floor thrills to after-dark discoveries, Edinburgh’s social enterprises have plenty in store this Halloween. Join the fun and support brilliant community initiatives along the way. Ready to BOOgie? Visit Dance Base (EH6 6JJ) on Sunday 1 November, 2pm – 5.30pm, for a Dance & Craft Afternoon. Kids will create take home Halloween crafts and…
Multi-Agency Learning Review Webinar for Managers
The Falkirk Public Protection Lead Officer Group is hosting a Multi-Agency Learning Review Webinar for Managers on Tuesday 4 November, 12.30pm – 2pm online via Microsoft Teams. Learning Reviews are a key part of understanding practice, identifying strengths, and improving outcomes for children, families and adults. This webinar will provide an overview of the initial…
Volunteer Scotland PVG Training
Volunteer Scotland is hosting a series of FREE courses next week, focused on supporting organisations in their role as a signatory within the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme. A Complete Guide to PVG & Your Signatory Role Taking place on Monday 26 October 2026, 10am – 4pm, this face-to-face training is delivered at Volunteer Scotland’s…
Arnold Clark Cost-of-Living Support Fund
Organisations supporting people experiencing financial hardship can now apply to the Arnold Clark Community Fund’s Cost-of-Living Support programme. The programme provides grants of up to £2500 to charities, community groups, social enterprises, Community Interest Companies (CICs) and other voluntary-led organisations delivering practical support to people affected by the cost-of-living crisis. Applicants must operate within 50 miles…
David Riddell Memorial Grant
Charitable organisations across the UK can now apply for grants of between £5,000 – £25,000 from the David Riddell Memorial CIO to support suicide awareness and prevention programmes. The funding is available for innovative projects that help educate people about suicidal ideation and raise awareness of ways to prevent suicide. Grants can be used to…
The Wildlife Trusts – Green Community Grants
Not-for-profit organisations in England, Scotland and Wales can now apply to the Green Community Grants Programme, which offers up to £25,000 of flexible funding for one year to support environmental and community-based activity. Applicants must have been operating for at least 12 months and have annual income between £10,000 and £1 million. Priority will be…
ImpactMatch Webinar: Scale with Santander X
A strong idea is only the beginning. Growing an organisation means reaching the right customers, building credibility and knowing where to turn for support and investment. Social enterprises, community organisations and start-ups are invited to explore these challenges at ‘Scale with Santander X: How to Win Customers, Attract Investment and Grow Your Start-Up’, a free…
Falkirk Citizens Advice Bureau AGM
Falkirk Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) is an independent charity and member of the wider Citizens Advice network, working to reduce inequality, improve wellbeing, and strengthen our community by tackling the complex problems that make people vulnerable. Their Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday 29 October at St Francis Xavier’s Church Hall (FK1 5AT).…
