The Just Transition is often discussed in terms of policy, industry, and long-term planning but at its heart, it’s about people. And across Grangemouth, volunteers are already turning their vision of community first into reality. From leading community park projects and environmental clean-ups to supporting repair cafés and food provision initiatives, local volunteers are rolling…
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Volunteers’ Week 2026 Blog: Power of Youth Day
Youth volunteering is one of the most powerful ways young people can support their community whilst building confidence, skills and experience for their own future. Across Scotland, thousands of young people give their time to support charities, sports clubs, schools, environmental projects, community organisations and local events. Their contribution has a lasting impact – not…
Volunteers’ Week 2026 Blog: Volunteering From Bo’ness to Tanzania
A volunteer from Bo’ness is taking on an extraordinary challenge this summer in support of vulnerable families in Tanzania. Charlie, a 26-year-old graduate electrical engineer, will travel to Tanzania this November to volunteer with the Vine Trust on a Building Expedition project delivered in partnership with the Tanzania Women Research Foundation (TAWREF) which has seen…
Volunteers’ Week 2026 Blog: Making A Difference Across the District
Volunteers’ Week is always a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate – but for CVS Falkirk & District, it is especially meaningful. Our communities are powered by people who give their time, energy, and compassion to make life better for others. The many groups, organisations and volunteers we work with inspire us daily through the…
Volunteers’ Week 2026: Thank You to Volunteer Co-ordinators
Our team would also like to extend our thanks and appreciation to Volunteer Co-ordinators across Falkirk District.
Volunteers’ Week 2026: Thank You to Our Unsung Heroes
Ahead of Volunteers’ Week 2026, our CEO Victoria McRae has said: “Here in Falkirk District, our communities are powered by people who give their time, energy and compassion to make lives better for others. These are the unsung heroes who keep us moving, and help us stay connected, happy and thriving.”
Volunteers’ Week 2026: How Our Team is Promoting Volunteering in Falkirk District!
Volunteers’ Week 2026 is almost here! Taking place every year 1 June – 7 June, it is an opportunity to celebrate everything volunteers achieve locally, and across the country. Our team would like to take this opportunity to say a massive THANK YOU to all the fabulous volunteers in Falkirk District dedicating their time and supporting those within their local communities. As part of our commitment to promoting and supporting volunteering, we are planning activities across Falkirk District – and not just during Volunteers’ Week! In recognition of how special and amazing volunteers are in our local communities, and all the different ways people can get involved, we are extending our activities into the following week.
Falkirk District Older People’s Network: June 2026 Meeting
Join Falkirk District Older People’s Network (OPN) on Thursday 25 June 2026 for a morning focused on community safety, support and staying connected in later life. The session, taking place in person at 1st Falkirk Scots Hall, 10am – 12pm, will include information from Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) and other local partners, sharing practical advice and information on support available for older adults across the Falkirk District.
Growing Resilience Together: Celebrating Local Mental Health and Wellbeing Funding 2025/26
Announcing the organisations strengthening their impact on community wellbeing thanks to further investment from the Falkirk Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund.
Demystifying Death Week: Local Events
Demystifying Death Week (4-10 May 2026) is about giving people the knowledge, skills and opportunities to plan and support each other through serious illness, dying, loss and care. Throughout the week, there will be a series of events encouraging open conversations about dying, death and bereavement taking place across the Falkirk District, hosted by Falkirk Council as well as local organisations.
