The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is the membership organisation for Scotland's charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises. Charity registered in Scotland SC003558. Registered office Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG.
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Welcome to all the organisations that have joined SCVO recently. You can find out more about them below:
Castle Valley Writers Group
Joined SCVO on 6 November
<p>We are a community based writers group. We meet on Tuesdays for the purpose of producing works of Creative Writing. Our group consists of local people to West Dunbartonshire who are brought together by their love of writing. We are a diverse group of individuals who have varying abilities and disabilities. We are currently in the process of publishing our first Anthology of works we've completed to date. We are constructing our website and hope to have this functional in the next few weeks, along with a new Facebook page. We employ a tutor who helps us with our work and instructs us with new techniques in relation to Creative Writing. We are a legally constituted group with five office bearers, and we have received funding for our first year form the National Lottery Awards for All. We are trying to expand our group and are actively seeking ways in which we could interact more with the local community, including possible visits to Care Homes to capture and transcribe some of the stories from residents, as well as increasing the size of our group.</p>
Hope for Rural People
Joined SCVO on 6 November
<p>At HRP we are committed to creating lasting change by addressing urgent challenges and building stronger, more resilient communities. Our work focues on: Addressing Social Issues/ Providing Aid and Relief/Promoting Education/ Improving Health and Wellbeing/Protecting the Environment and Animals/ Advocacy and Awareness/Community Development.</p>
Lamont Farm Project
Joined SCVO on 6 November
<p>A small charity for animal welfare and the education of both children and adults alike</p>
MacGregor's Community Hub Ltd
Joined SCVO on 6 November
<p>We run the community-owned village shop and Post Office in Killin. We are ensuring the long-term financial sustainability of vital services, improving our community’s resilience by backing local supply chains, creating jobs, and improving health and wellbeing by improving access to affordable, good quality, locally grown produce.</p>
Motherwell Baptist Church
Joined SCVO on 6 November
<p>We are a small baptist church that has a big heart for its local community. We run a weekly community cafe that provides support to some of Motherwell's most vulnerable - including those who are struggling with addiction issues, mental health problems or affected by the cost-of-living crisis. Alongside providing a free meal, we run a community larder, IT support and signposting to various services. Our desire is to expand our services further so we can aid people into independent living.</p>
Cardwell Bay Sailing Club
Joined SCVO on 5 November
<p>Cardwell Bay Sailing Club (CBSC) is a small friendly club. It was formed in 1906 by the owners of boats moored in Cardwell Bay to promote Cruising and Racing. Cardwell Bay is situated on the south shore of the Firth of Clyde at the east side of Gourock and bordering Greenock. The Bay provides sheltered mooring for CBSC Members and other boat owners.</p>
Dumbarton Curling Club
Joined SCVO on 5 November
<p>Dumbarton Culing Club is a small sports club that participates in the sport of curling. The was founded in 1815 and is one of the oldest curling clubs in the world. We have a small membership of 17 playing members and several honourary members and hold our club nights at the Waterfrontfront Leisure Centre, Greenock . We hold several club competitions throughout the season, and also compete in local and national competitions agains other clubs. The club as 2 fully qualified level 1 coaches (one of whom is currently going through is level 2 qualification), and one trainee level 1 coach. All our coaches are registered with Scottish Curling (the national governing body) and all hold valid PVG and CWPS certificates. In addition, the club have a qualified umpire, also registered with Scottish Curling. The club is currently participating in the Scottish Curling Accreditation Scheme, and has recently reached the Gold Award level.</p>
Peebles Bowling Club (SCIO)
Joined SCVO on 5 November
<p>The Aim of Peebles BC is, (a) The advancement of public participation in the sport of Bowling. (b) The organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for all members.</p>
Scotia Medical Group (SCIO)
Joined SCVO on 5 November
<p>Our primary mission is to save lives through first aid training, empowering local residents with the confidence, knowledge, and skills to act in emergencies. By building a network of trained individuals, we aim to ensure that more lives can be saved in critical situations.</p> <p>In partnership with other organisations and statutory agencies, Scotia Medical Group will be there to assist in emergencies, providing life-saving support and contributing to the well-being of our communities.</p>
St Bride’s RC Primary Parent Council
Joined SCVO on 5 November
<p>We’re a dedicated group of parents, carers, and staff working together to support the pupils of St Bride’s RC Primary. Our fundraising helps provide exciting experiences, resources, and opportunities that make school life even more memorable — from trips and special events to classroom materials and playground improvements.</p>
Beetroots Collective CIC
Joined SCVO on 4 November
<p>Beetroots Collective is a Community Interest Company based in Edinburgh. Leading award-winning multimedia artists – Marta Adamowicz and Robert Motyka, provide socially engaged participatory art projects working with the underrepresented, diverse communities in Scotland.</p>
Clach Cycle CIC
Joined SCVO on 4 November
<p>Clach Cycle is a new project that will host a variety of cycle workshops, activities & services for Inverness & the surrounding Highlands. Our aim is to make cycling accessible to everyone, support cyclists and encourage and help people to choose cycling. We believe the more people cycling, in Inverness & beyond, the better!</p>
Cockenzie and Port Seton Community Gala
Joined SCVO on 4 November
<p>We are a community-run group who organise a children's gala each year for the children in Cockenzie & Port Seton and surrounding areas.</p>
Good Vibes Meditation
Joined SCVO on 4 November
<p>The Organisation has been formed to benefit the community of Bo’ness and the surrounding areas. Our aim is to provide support to the community and beyond through natural therapies, techniques and coaching - improving mental and physical health & wellbeing of the community. Provide support to families - in particular families with children who have mental health challenges and neurodivergent diagnosis through facilitated sessions providing natural therapies and techniques Provide relief to individuals and communities in need, with a particular focus on those experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, social disadvantage, disability or financial hardship.</p>
Isle of Skye Junior Hockey Club
Joined SCVO on 4 November
<p>Isle of Skye Junior Hockey Club offers weekly sessions for young people aged 8 – 18 years old who wish to play hockey. We currently have over 30 children attending our primary and secondary school sessions which take place every week during school term time. Working with players aged 8 years and up, we introduce children to hockey using fun drills and games using resources from Scottish Hockey’s hockey hub. Our lead coach, Gemma Milne, is supported in her role by parental volunteers who are all members of the Disclosure Scotland PVG Scheme. We are committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of young people on the island and to increasing participation in the sport.</p>
Newtonmore Village Hall
Joined SCVO on 4 November
<p>The village hall is run for the community. Where we rent out space to community groups at a reduced rate, the space can be hired for private functions. The hall will also run it's own events for the community these we hope can be run at no charge to the participants.</p>
1st Inverbervie Guides
Joined SCVO on 3 November
<p>With guiding, girls have fun, adventure and the space to discover their potential. They go to their first ever sleepover, canoe on rivers, learn about body confidence, and lead their own camp. Or sometimes they simply have fun and try new things with friends.</p> <p>Girls take what they do in guiding with them as they grow up. Everything from working in a team, to taking the lead, to speaking out on issues they care about. It helps them develop the skills and confidence to become the young women they want to be. And to make a difference to the world around them.</p>
Glasgow Bute Benevolent Society SCIO
Joined SCVO on 3 November
<p>The purposes of the charity are: </p> <ul> <li>The prevention or relief of poverty</li> <li>The advancement of education</li> </ul> <p>GBBS SCIO furthers its charitable purposes by affording aid to persons resident on, or belonging to Bute, particularly such as those of advanced age.</p> <p>If found expedient, and the funds will permit, the SCIO will also make small grants for educational purposes.</p>
Greener Orkney (SCIO)
Joined SCVO on 3 November
<p>We run and support activities that help safeguard the environment in Orkney and reduce the carbon footprint of the island and educate people in environmental issues. Currently our projects including beach cleaning, community fridges and repair cafes.</p>
LeaderJoe1808 Charity
Joined SCVO on 3 November
<p>The LeaderJoe 1808 Foundation is a registered Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (OSCR No. SC052113) headquartered in Glasgow, Scotland, with active branches across seven states in Nigeria. We are committed to empowering children, youth, and families through inclusive education, health, and community development programs.</p> <p>Our vision is to raise a new generation of empowered individuals and self-sufficient communities across Africa and the UK. We focus on practical, sustainable interventions that combine education, sports, digital skills, and agriculture to break the cycle of poverty.</p> <p>We achieve this by:</p> <p>Providing scholarships and school support for disadvantaged children.</p> <p>Promoting autism awareness and inclusive education.</p> <p>Running community-based programs such as the 1808 Charity Junior Golf Tournament to promote inclusion through sports.</p> <p>Delivering vocational and digital skills training for women and youth.</p> <p>Supporting smart farming and solar-powered community projects to boost food security and rural employment.</p> <p>Our flagship initiative — “One Community, One Focus” — transforms local communities by identifying one key development area (education, health, or agriculture) and building sustainable impact models around it.</p> <p>Through local and international partnerships, we continue to expand opportunities for learning, employment, and wellbeing, ensuring that no child or community is left behind.</p>