IMPACT provides knowledge and understanding around how smoking can affect the effectiveness of some mental health medications and is particularly useful for anyone who may support anyone with mental illness who may smoke. Aimed at NHS, local authority and third sector staff and volunteers in the Forth Valley area who support people with mental health…
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The Neighbourhood Ecosystem Fund: Round 2
A second round of the Neighbourhood Ecosystem Fund opened for applications on Monday 20 January 2025 to enable community-led project groups in Scotland to develop local nature restoration projects. The Neighbourhood Ecosystem Fund seeks to inspire, encourage, and enable communities to explore and develop ambitious ecosystem restoration projects locally. It also seeks to raise awareness…
Free Digital Accessibility Training
Each day, more services become digitised – making us increasingly reliant on the online environment. Think about everything you will do this week that either depends on or is made easier by being online. Now imagine if you were among the millions of people in the UK who struggle to access online services due to…
Helping Third Sector Stay Safe Online Event
ScotlandIS, in partnership with Cyber Scotland and the Scottish Council of Voluntary Organisations (SCVO), is holding a free half-day event tailored specifically for third sector groups and organisations looking to help their organisation stay safe online. Part of Cyber Scotland Week 2025, “Helping Third Sector Stay Safe Online” takes place on Monday 24 February, 12:30pm – 4pm…
The Asda Foundation – Outdoor Community Spaces Fund
The Asda Foundation have launched its new Outdoor Community Spaces Fund, offering grants ranging from £500 – £3000 for UK-based charities and not-for-profit organisations. With a total funding pot of up to £500,000, this initiative aims to improve or transform outdoor community spaces where people can gather and foster local pride. Eligible projects include: Transform…
Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership Service Reform Consultation
The HSCP (which is responsible for local social care services) is seeking to close a £21m budget gap over the next 3 years, reflecting the current financial landscape across the public sector. Covering a range of services delivered by Falkirk Council, NHS Forth Valley, community organisations, and providers, the budget affects social work, care at home,…
Falkirk Funders Fayre 2025: Booking Open!
We are delighted to invite you to the 2025 Falkirk Funders Fayre, taking place on Tuesday 11 March, 10am – 4pm at the Dobbie Hall, Main Street, Larbert, FK5 4BL.
Are you interested in becoming a volunteer with Police Scotland?
Are you interested in becoming a volunteer with Police Scotland? Being a Special Constable is not just about upholding the law and catching criminals, it’s also about supporting communities by building trust, respect, and positive relationships. You will be there to make a difference to those who need it most. If you want a volunteering…
Volunteer Scotland: Disclosure Act Changes Information Sessions
Starting Tuesday 1 April 2025, the PVG scheme will become a legal requirement across Scotland, as part of the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. The Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 aims to improve the disclosure system in Scotland by removing unnecessary barriers for people with convictions who are seeking employment or other opportunities, while also enhancing the…
Home Start Falkirk Solihull Approach Parenting Group
Home Start Falkirk offer befriending support along with practical and emotional advice in the homes of families who are having difficulties managing parenting for a variety of different reasons and in groups. Home Start Falkirk are passionate about sensitive relationships, early years support and understanding brain development to help nurture kind, emotionally aware children as…
