Suicide Prevention Scotland have launched their new ‘Sharing Practice: Suicide Prevention Approaches Taken in Schools’ guide capturing suicide prevention practices being used in schools across Scotland.
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Alpkit Foundation Grants of up to £500 for Outdoor Activity Projects (UK)
Grants of up to £500 are available for individuals, community groups, schools, and other not-for-profit organisations to encourage people across the UK to get involved with outdoor activities and experiences. The funding is provided by the Alpkit Foundation, which aims to break down barriers to outdoor participation.
LNER Customer & Community Investment Fund 2025
LNER’s Customer & Community Investment Fund (the CCIF Fund) works to support charities and causes along their route. It provides vital funding to small and medium sized projects that deliver a positive impact. Now open for 2025 applications, groups can apply for up to £10,000 – with preference given to small and medium charities. Projects must be finished within a 12-month funding period starting in April 2026. Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on Monday 25 August 2025.
Falkirk Touch Rugby Team Launches For Those Affected By Kidney Problems
Bo’ness Rugby Club has launched the Purple Rhinos, a new touch rugby team designed for renal patients, their families, and NHS renal staff. The team aims to boost both physical and mental wellbeing through inclusive, mixed-gender sport, using the new T1 Touch Rugby ruleset. Training sessions take place every Sunday, from 1pm – 2pm, at Bo’ness Recreation Centre.
New Governance Wiki Empowers Scotland’s Charities
A new digital platform, the Governance Wiki, has been launched to support Scotland’s voluntary sector in navigating governance challenges. Aiming to demystify governance and make it more accessible, the Wiki offers clear, up-to-date guidance on a wide range of topics including legal obligations, board responsibilities, compliance, and risk management.
The ASFT Fund – Foundation Scotland
The ASFT Fund has been established to support organisations across Scotland, awarding grants of up to £15,000 for one year. To be eligible for this fund, your project must meet at least one of the fund priorities: educational and learning projects, creative and performance arts, responding to the effects of poor physical and mental health, and poverty, older people, and increasing participation in sport.
Cost of Living Crisis Report: Volunteering and Third Sector Organisations
Further reinforcing the Scottish Household Survey findings that Scottish volunteering is in crisis, the latest Volunteer Scotland Cost of Living Crisis Report provides the latest data on the impacts of the Cost-of-Living crisis on people and Third Sector Organisations (TSOs) in Scotland.
Met Office Community Responder Training Prospectus
The Met Office Community Responder Training Prospectus is aimed at those who work or volunteer in the local community to make them more resilient to severe weather events.
Volunteer Network Peer Support Session
The Volunteer Organisers Network provides peer-to-peer support for heritage volunteer organisers in Scotland. They are welcoming new attendees to join their open forum to speak with their members, sharing experiences and gaining insight and support from peers. Taking place from 9:30am – 10:30am, Thursday 24 July 2025, this is a great opportunity to talk with people in similar roles, share your volunteer organiser insights, ask questions and pick up practical tips.
Scottish Government Publishes ‘National Transitions to Adulthood Strategy’
Scottish Government published their new ‘National Transitions to Adulthood Strategy’, with a focus on collaborative and co-ordinated approaches to improve outcomes for young disabled people. Building on their Statement of Intent, the strategy has been shaped through extensive engagement with young disabled people, parents, carers and professionals.
