The Forth Valley COVID-19 Partnership has launched a new grants programme, distributing funds to support communities and people affected by COVID-19 outside of hospital. The new Community Partnership Grants Programme will distribute £126,000 of local grants, and is open to any registered charity, community interest company (CIC), community or voluntary group with a bank account delivering services in the Forth Valley area. The closing date for Phase One is Monday 1st February.
News & Events
John Muir Award for Families
Under the Trees CIC is facilitating the John Muir Award for families, to help them stay active and encourage outdoor learning during winter and lockdown. The John Muir Award is an environmental award scheme where people gain a vocational award on completion, which can then be used in a variety of settings. Under the Trees CIC will send out FREE weekly or fortnightly challenges for those taking part as inspiration; schools and groups with classes from Primary 4 and above can also participate.
Scottish Drug Forum Workforce Development Training
The Forth Valley Alcohol and Drug Partnership (ADP) and the Scottish Drugs Forum are holding Workforce Development training days via Teams during February and March.
Increasing Mobile Data Allowances for Children During Lockdown
The UK Government has launched a new initiative, working with mobile and internet providers across the UK to provide an increase in mobile data allowances for families with school aged children. The initiative is available throughout the UK, and aims to support children and young people with remote learning during the COVID-19 lockdown restrictions. Schools, trusts and local authorities can request mobile data increases for children and young people who meet certain criteria.
Forth Valley Third Sector Conference: A Month To Go!
We’ve now less than a month until the Forth Valley Third Sector Conference! Taking place on Tuesday 9th February, 9:15am – 3pm, this year is the first time the event has been completely online. Along with our partners at SVE and CTSI, we’re excited to share the day with you all, from the varied workshops to the presentations from different community groups. There will also be keynote speeches from Aileen Campbell, MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Local Government and Communities, and Dr Jim McCormick, the new CEO of the Robertson Trust. Tickets are £10 each.
