As in previous years, we have gathered information on community Easter holiday activities across Falkirk District, where local groups and communities are doing everything they can to make sure everyone is able to enjoy the holiday (and the chocolate). This new page features information on fun things to do with the kids until schools return, including local activities, recipes, and much more! There are also details of a number of donation campaigns running across the district, and other ways to give.
News
Ready for Youth Work E-Learning Course
Youth Scotland’s e-learning course, Ready for Youth Work, is now open for applications until Thursday 30 April 2026. Participants have until Tuesday 30 June 2026 to complete the course; accreditation is available at SCQF Level 3. The course is open to those living in Scotland only.
Changes to PVG Scheme Now In Effect
Changes to the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme have now come into effect. As of Wednesday 1 April 2026, the PVG scheme now involves a five year membership.
CARES Community Buildings Fund
Community organisations in Scotland can now apply to the CARES Community Buildings Fund, a funding opportunity designed to reduce energy costs and support the transition to low‑carbon, resilient community facilities. The deadline for applications is Saturday 31 October 2026.
TNLCF Grantholder Support Programme Residentials
Social Enterprise Academy is delivering the National Lottery Community Fund’s Grantholder Support Programme, “Developing Sustainability”, with residentials taking take place in Cumbernauld in May and June 2026. The programme and its residentials are open to National Lottery Community Fund grant awardees which have an environmental purpose and/or are running a project with an environmental focus.
Scottish Children’s Lottery Trust Medium Fund Reopening
The Scottish Children’s Lottery Trust will reopen its Medium Fund at 12pm on Monday 6 April 2026, offering grants of up to £7,500 to registered Scottish charities working with children and young people who are most at risk of the negative impacts of poverty. The Trust funds projects that directly support vulnerable families, improve children’s wellbeing, and create opportunities for young people facing disadvantage and deprivation across Scotland. The deadline for applications is 12pm on Friday 24 April 2026.
New Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill Proposals
Scottish Government has published its latest policy paper setting out proposals for a potential Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence (LDAN) Bill, aiming to strengthen rights and improve support for neurodivergent people and those with learning disabilities. Locally, CVS Falkirk & District’s Health and Wellbeing Forum contributed to the 2024 consultation, highlighting the need for accessible, rights-based support.
Carers Centre April Information Session for Professionals
Falkirk and Clackmannanshire Carers Centre’s next information session for professionals will be held on Thursday 30 April 2026, 10:30am – 12:30pm, via Zoom or in-person at the Carers Centre, 1A Bank Street, Falkirk, FK1 1NB. The session will be hosted by the Carers Centre team, and aims to help professionals learn more about the support the team offers unpaid carers, and how they can work with attendees to do this.
Free Inclusive Communication Toolkit Launched
Scottish Government has launched a new, free Inclusive Communication Toolkit to help public services communicate more effectively and accessibly with diverse communities.
Time for You Respite Service for Unpaid Carers
Alzheimer Scotland has launched Time for You, its new Monday service providing unpaid carers with four hours of respite, while the person they care for enjoys a safe, welcoming and meaningful activity. Lunch is included. Free taster sessions are available (although spaces are filling up) to assess whether the service is suitable for the cared for person.
