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:
East and South East Asian Scotland CIC
Joined SCVO on 13 August
East and Southeast Asian Scotland (ESAS) is a grassroots, migrant-led organisation working to challenge racism, exploitation, and systemic marginalisation affecting East and Southeast Asian (ESEA) communities in Scotland. We combine direct community support with structural advocacy, centring those most impacted — including women, LGBTQ+ people, precarious workers, and people navigating hostile immigration systems.Our work includes:Community engagement and peer support — culturally-informed events, workshops, and creative projects that build connection, confidence, and wellbeing.Rights-informing and casework — helping people access employment rights, public services, and protection from exploitation.Advocacy and policy change — working with partners across Scotland and the UK to ensure ESEA voices shape public policy, service provision, and anti-racist practice.Ethical engagement — challenging extractive collaboration and promoting consent-based, reciprocal partnerships through our Ethical Engagement Policy.By combining care-based community work with systemic change efforts, ESAS is building a Scotland where ESEA migrants and refugees can live with safety, dignity, and visibility, free from racism and marginalisation.
East and South East Asian Scotland CIC
Joined SCVO on 13 August
East and Southeast Asian Scotland (ESAS) is a grassroots, migrant-led organisation working to challenge racism, exploitation, and systemic marginalisation affecting East and Southeast Asian (ESEA) communities in Scotland. We combine direct community support with structural advocacy, centring those most impacted — including women, LGBTQ+ people, precarious workers, and people navigating hostile immigration systems.Our work includes:Community engagement and peer support — culturally-informed events, workshops, and creative projects that build connection, confidence, and wellbeing.Rights-informing and casework — helping people access employment rights, public services, and protection from exploitation.Advocacy and policy change — working with partners across Scotland and the UK to ensure ESEA voices shape public policy, service provision, and anti-racist practice.Ethical engagement — challenging extractive collaboration and promoting consent-based, reciprocal partnerships through our Ethical Engagement Policy.By combining care-based community work with systemic change efforts, ESAS is building a Scotland where ESEA migrants and refugees can live with safety, dignity, and visibility, free from racism and marginalisation.
Greenock & District Nautical Youth Trust
Joined SCVO on 13 August
To promote the development of young people in achieving their physical, intellectual and social potential as individuals and as responsible citizens by the provision of education and leisure time activities using a nautical theme. In furtherance of the Purpose, the Unit may: a. offer young people a structured environment in which to develop; b. provide access to education and training including (but not restricted to): sailing (inshore and offshore), paddle sports, power boating, seamanship, navigation, marine engineering, cooking, music, first aid, drill, piping, and public service; c. provide opportunities for young people to obtain a range of qualifications; and d. provide opportunities for community involvement.
St Jude’s Community Glasgow
Joined SCVO on 13 August
We are a community chaplaincy for all faiths and none in North Glasgow.
Ayr Seaforth Athletic Club
Joined SCVO on 12 August
Ayr Seaforth is an athletics club based in Ayr offering coaching to kids from all walks of life from the of age 7 onwards.
1st & 6th Ayrshire Sea Scout Group
Joined SCVO on 11 August
Scouts actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.
Inverness & District Model Railway Club
Joined SCVO on 11 August
Railway modelling club - own premises in Muir of Ord - 29 members - builds and exhibits model railways at exhibitions locally and throughout Scotland.Aim to promote the hobby of modelling railways to all ages with junior modellers welcome.Meet regularly twice weekly
Society of Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy
Joined SCVO on 11 August
Society of Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (SoFIGG) is devoted to the advancement of science, specifically forensic investigative genetic genealogy (FIGG), a new rapidly developing branch of forensic science, by establishing a network for FIGG practitioners as well as any members of the public interested in this field.
Balfron High School Parent Council
Joined SCVO on 8 August
We are the Parent Council for Balfron High School. Our aims are:-: To support the school in its work with pupilsTo promote partnership by parents own active participationTo lead Parent Forum participation To act as a communication conduit between school management, parents, pupils and community
Community Martial Arts and Fitness Hubs
Joined SCVO on 8 August
We will provide facilities and services to enable all ages of the community to access Martial Arts and Fitness classes at an affordable price.Providing access to Martial Arts and Fitness to all ages, Helping with Mental Health, Increasing physical health and wellbeing.Providing access to Martial Arts and Fitness to anyone with additional support needs and disabilities.
Carluke Baptist Church
Joined SCVO on 6 August
The Purposes are the advancement of religion, specifically the Christian faith, primarily in Carluke and neighbouring parts of Lanarkshire, and also throughout Scotland and the rest of the world, by: loving, glorifying, honouring and obeying the Lord Jesus Christ and enabling all Members of the body of the Church to do so; and impacting the community of the Church and the world by proclaiming and living the Good News of the Lord Jesus Christ, through acts of love and mercy, in obedience to his command; and to so by all means consistent with the Christian Bible, the Declaration of Principle, and the Statement of Foundation Values, including, without prejudice to the foregoing generality, worship, ministry, mission, witness, prayer, fellowship, networking, education, community service and the provision of activities and facilities for the community, and the relief of poverty and other social needs, including the support of individuals and other charitable organisations and agencies involved in any or all of these.
Chapelhall Community Development Group
Joined SCVO on 6 August
We are a passionate collective of local residents who have come together with a shared vision: to enhance the lives of those living in our area. Our primary focus is on improving the immediate well-being and long-term prospects of Chapelhall's residents, whether it be socially, economically, or environmentally.Our mission is to create a vibrant and inclusive community where everyone feels supported, engaged, and empowered. We believe that by providing a range of activities, groups, and assistance where needed, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our fellow residents.Through collaborative efforts and the generous support of volunteers, we can achieve remarkable outcomes. Together, we can nurture a strong sense of community pride and work towards a brighter future for Chapelhall
Knights Templar Goodwill Charity of Scotland
Joined SCVO on 6 August
The Knights Templar Goodwill Charity of Scotland is an organisation dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals and communities across Scotland. Guided by the Templar values of compassion, dignity, and service, we address the urgent needs of those facing homelessness, poverty, social isolation, and mental health challenges.Our Outreach Programme operates across Scotland’s city centres, where our volunteers provide hot meals, drinks, and essential care packs directly to homeless individuals. These packs include hygiene products, warm clothing, and other necessities to offer immediate comfort and dignity to people living on the streets.We also run a Community Hub in Cowdenbeath, offering meals, food parcels, and support to individuals and families living in poverty or struggling with social isolation. The Hub is a safe and welcoming space, fostering community connections and offering practical assistance to those most in need.Recognizing the unique challenges faced by veterans, we host Veterans Suppers twice monthly, providing not just a hot meal, but also a space for camaraderie, peer support, and meaningful conversation.Our Templar Tots programme focuses on families with babies under 12 months, supplying specially prepared care packs filled with baby hygiene essentials, ensuring that no child goes without basic necessities during critical early development.In addition to our direct aid services, we are committed to promoting wellbeing and inclusion through our Community Garden and Orchard Project. Located in Cowdenbeath, this space has been developed into a vibrant, accessible garden with fruit trees and inclusive seating areas designed to accommodate wheelchair users and individuals with mobility challenges. It serves as a peaceful environment for reflection, social interaction, and community-led growing initiatives.Through all our programmes, we take a hands-on, compassionate approach—ensuring every individual we support is treated with respect, empathy, and kindness. Our work is fueled by the goodwill of our supporters, and focused on delivering practical, meaningful help where it’s needed most
Thrive at Five
Joined SCVO on 6 August
The objects of the CIO are to support, promote and advance the development of young children, in particular under the age of five, including, but not limited to, their health and education, and the families of such young children.
ANYiSO
Joined SCVO on 5 August
To promote community development and integration by bringing people together, including ethnic minorities, young people, refugees, and asylum seekers, and work with agencies, our networks, and partners to provide information, advice, training, support, and services needed for them to live safer and happier lives to enable them to fulfil their full potentials.
Dumbarton FC Community Trust
Joined SCVO on 5 August
Community outreach vehicle for Dumbarton FC to tackle poverty, inequalities and ill-health across West Dunbartonshire, bringing the power of sport to promote wellness, to build social connections, to give hope, and to empower people to live healthy and fulfilled lives.
Finzean Bucket Mill CIC
Joined SCVO on 5 August
The Finzean Bucket Mill CIC has been established to work in partnership with the Birse Community Trust (BCT) to repair, return to working order and maintain the historic Category-A listed "Bucket Mill" in the Forest of Birse, in Aberdeenshire. The Bucket Mill is a water powered sawmill which has machinery which specialises in the production of turned wooden buckets. The CIC and BCT have mutual goals to safeguard the intangible cultural heritage associated with the Bucket Mill and encourage and deliver educative activities alongside developing and utilising locally sourced timber to generate revenue to reduce grant dependence.
Forth Wanderers Community FC
Joined SCVO on 5 August
Forth Wanderers Community FC are a football club offering facilities to teams of varying ages depending on demand.We have an adult semi professional team playing in the West of Scotland League Division 2, an under 20's developmentteam playing in the West of Scotland Development League.We also have two boys underage teams, playing in the West Lothian Yoth Football League.Our aim is to expand our facilities to enable us to offer football to all ages and particularly girls football.
Friends For All Project
Joined SCVO on 5 August
We are a non profit organisation registered with OSCR since 2012 we give out skill to the less privileged people in our community by training and providing support to those that has a barrier to employment
Pentland Gate CIC
Joined SCVO on 5 August
Pentland Gate CIC is a community interest company based in Midlothian, dedicated to supporting working families through affordable, high-quality wraparound childcare and youth enrichment programmes. We provide structured after-school and holiday care that combines nutritious meals, academic support, and access to a wide range of activities—from sports and languages to creative arts and outdoor education. Our services are designed to reduce pressure on families, increase access to opportunity, and close the poverty-related attainment gap. With a strong focus on inclusion, we ensure children with additional needs are actively supported and empowered to thrive. Pentland Gate CIC is committed to building a stronger, healthier future for local children and their families.