In case you missed it, for Volunteers’ Week this year, we published a series of blogs exploring the stories of those making a difference across the district and beyond. Through this series, we aimed to highlight the impact we see on a daily basis – as well as what volunteering can do for you!
Volunteering News
Local Volunteers Take Centre Stage at CVS Falkirk & District Celebration
Nearly 300 guests gathered to celebrate the outstanding contribution of volunteers and community organisations from across Falkirk District at CVS Falkirk & District’s Volunteering Awards Ceremony on Tuesday 2 June 2026.
Volunteer Scotland “Is Flexibility the Answer?” Event
Volunteer Scotland is holding an in-person event, “Is Flexibility the Answer? Rethinking Volunteering in a Changing Context”, taking place on Tuesday 23 June 2026, 10am – 4pm at the Volunteer Scotland office in Jubilee House, Forthside Way, Stirling, FK8 1QZ.
Volunteers’ Week 2026 Resources Available
Volunteers’ Week is in full swing, and there is still time to recognise your volunteers and thank them for all their efforts before the 2026 celebrations conclude on Sunday. The official website has lots of ideas on how to show your appreciation, including organising a coffee morning, or taking to social media to share thank you messages, spotlights or videos showcasing the impact your volunteers have (for example!). There is also a range of resources available to help.
Volunteer Scotland Duty to Refer Process Learning Byte Video
Volunteer Scotland has published its latest learning resource, the Duty to Refer Process Learning Byte video. If a group or organisation has volunteers or staff in a regulated role, there is an important legal responsibility which must be taken seriously. They must report harmful behaviour to Disclosure Scotland; this is known as the Duty to Refer.
VON Online Volunteer Network Peer Support Session
The Volunteer Organisers Network (VON) is hosting its next online Volunteer Network Peer Support Session, focusing on remote volunteering, on Thursday 23 July 2026, 11am – 12pm. This peer support session will focus on the pros, cons and good practice around remote volunteering.
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.
New Knowledge Gateway Hub Launched
Volunteer Scotland has announced the launch of the Knowledge Gateway, a new central hub designed to support volunteering practice, development, and impact across Scotland. With the Knowledge Gateway, Volunteer Scotland aims to bring together practical guidance, tools, training, and insights to help groups and organisations develop, promote, and strengthen volunteering.
