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:
Cawdor Community Centre
Joined SCVO on 12 May
Cawdor Community Centre is a small, volunteer-run space that plays a big part in village life. We’re joined to the local primary school and work closely with families, staff, and the wider community to offer things that matter — time, space, and connection.We run some things ourselves — like parent wellbeing workshops, Relax Kids and Chill Skills sessions, and a growing Youth Hub for older children — but we also open our doors to a wide range of groups. These include gymnastics, Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, and heritage groups, as well as hosting Magic Movers — a positive, low-impact movement class designed to support confidence, balance, and vitality, especially for those looking for a gentler approach to fitness. Some groups are long-standing, others are new, and some simply come together when there’s energy and interest.The Centre plays a key role in local life, providing affordable, accessible space for activities that strengthen connections between children, families, and the wider community. We are also a place for celebration — available for community events, social gatherings, and family occasions that bring people together. We work closely with Cawdor Primary School and other local organisations to ensure that what happens here is inclusive and reflects what people want and need.What we care about most is helping people feel part of something. Whether you’re a parent catching your breath after drop-off, a child running in for a session, a group leader running an activity, or someone older looking for gentle movement and a chat — we try to make sure there’s a welcome for you.The Centre belongs to the community. Our hope is that everyone who walks through the door feels that.
Elgol and Strathaird Development Trust
Joined SCVO on 12 May
We are a small community in a remote rural location, we formed the development trust to tackle issues affecting our community from housing, employment and depopulation. We also aim to embrace our history while promoting our future. Everything we aim to achieve has the community at the core.
Paragon Ensemble Ltd
Joined SCVO on 12 May
Paragon is an inclusive arts charity, established in 1984, dedicated to creating opportunities for people with learning disabilities and a range of support needs who face barriers to accessing the arts in Scotland. We deliver one-to-one mentoring and group workshops where participants can devise, develop, and perform their own creative work for performances, recordings, and videos. Our approach transforms lives by providing person-centred pathways for both personal and professional development. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to freely explore and develop their creative voice, regardless of their circumstances. Our programmes operate from hubs in Glasgow, Dumfries & Galloway, and North & South Lanarkshire, engaging participants in an inclusive and nurturing environment where they can connect with peers and take part at an equal level. Our highly skilled team of practitioners are trained to support individuals with complex needs, including those with limited communication, ensuring they feel valued and empowered through the arts.We collaborate with partners across the arts, education, and social care sectors to reach those who will benefit most. With expertise at the intersection of the arts and social care, we also advocate for inclusion through consultation and training, helping stakeholders embed inclusive practices into their work. Our overarching aim is to foster a more equitable society where everyone has access to meaningful creative experiences in Scotland.
Seeds of Disruption
Joined SCVO on 12 May
Seeds of Disruption is a youth-led SCIO which provides youth work to young people aged 8 - 25 in Midlothian.
Stepwell Consultancy Ltd
Joined SCVO on 12 May
Based in Inverclyde, Stepwell is a coaching and training social enterprise partnering with those most socially disadvantaged to improve their wellbeing and capabilities, enabling them to make well-informed and meaningful decisions that enhance their ability to live fulfilling lives. We support people to make changes that matter to them by providing solution-focused Coaching, lifeskills and home management Cookschools, personal development workshops and accredited vocational training Courses that enable them to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to live more independently and feel more in control of their own health and wellbeing.
Coldstream Community Larder
Joined SCVO on 9 May
Community larder saving food from landfill and making it available to those living in or around Coldstream. We also have recycling initiatives and a community garden
Creation Corner
Joined SCVO on 9 May
2. Purposes- To provide an accessible, inclusive, neurodivergent-friendly, and affordable space where families from all backgrounds can engage in creative activities together.- To support families in a low-income community by offering free or low-cost craft sessions, reducing financial barriers to participation.- To promote social inclusion, community cohesion, and positive mental wellbeing through shared creative experiences.- To develop skills, confidence, and self-expression in both children and adults, particularly those who may not otherwise have access to arts and crafts resources.- To foster a sense of belonging and connection among families, reducing isolation and strengthening community ties.
Hope For Families
Joined SCVO on 9 May
Hope For Families is a charity organisation associated with providing support to families in crisis. This includes:1. Strengthening Family Units: Helping families stay together by addressing root causes of conflict, trauma, or instability.2. Transforming Lives: Supporting vulnerable families, children, and individuals to improve their quality of life.3. Promoting Family Stability: Offering financial help, emergency relief, and access to essential resources to help families navigate crises.4. Empowering Through Education: Providing workshops, and mentorship to build skills, confidence, and long-term independence for both youths and adults.5. Driving Community Engagement: Collaborating with local stakeholders to build strong, supportive networks and raise awareness.6. Empowering Parents and Guardians: Equipping adults with skills and resources to raise healthy, resilient children.7. Advocating for Systemic Change: Working with policymakers and organisations to influence policies that protect and uplift families.
Moray Fresh Start
Joined SCVO on 9 May
We provide free Starter Packs of basic household items to people in Moray who have been homeless and are moving into their new permanent home. We work closely with Moray Council and Moray Women's Aid to assist their clients. This helps people establish themselves quickly into their new homes at a particularly difficult period in their lives. We also provide a means of re-use of appropriate household items that the community donates for the benefit of homeless people. We are all volunteers.
Tayinloan Youth Club
Joined SCVO on 9 May
Tayinloan Youth Club aims to provide quality youth club sessions in a safe friendly environment for young people living in the area of West Kintyre. It aims to give the young people of the area opportunities to try new activities such as games, crafts, and other leisure pursuits to promote self esteem.
The Glendaruel Hall
Joined SCVO on 9 May
We are a rural Village Hall whose aims are to work for community cohesion by providing facilities for gathering together, showcasing local productivity, and building resilience.
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
Joined SCVO on 9 May
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd) is the oldest surgical college in the world, established in 1505. With over 34,000 Members and Fellows in more than 140 countries, we are a global force for excellence in surgical and dental education, research, and professional development. Our mission is to inspire, nurture and develop highly skilled professionals who advance surgical care for the benefit of patients worldwide.We are committed to delivering a forward-thinking, inclusive experience that ensures our community is equipped with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to excel - wherever they are in the world. We do this through education, innovation, and advocacy, underpinned by a powerful ethos of collaboration and care. In all things, we aim to embody our vision: To be the most welcoming, inclusive, and innovative royal medical college in the world.
BeFriends Limited
Joined SCVO on 8 May
1 to 1 befriending charity for children and young people, between the ages of 5 and 25. The children we support tend to be vulnerable, disadvantaged or socially isolated, or experiencing some challenge or hardship. Through volunteers, we support them by providing weekly opportunities and experiences that they choose, out in our local community. We also run 3 small, closed evening groups for different age ranges.
Providing Ongoing Ostomate Support
Joined SCVO on 8 May
Ostomates (people who have a Stoma) in Scotland face a lack of available peer support after discharge and can experience feelings of isolation/loneliness, while coming to terms living with their stoma after major life changing surgery. POOSScotland CIC facilitates peer support for all ostomates and their support network in the community. Peer support creates a safe space to share experience and feel empowered to live inclusive within the community.
Ben Wyvis Cycle Club
Joined SCVO on 7 May
A friendly Ross-shire based cycle club encompassing all forms of on & off road riding. We're passionate about youth development and coaching to improve the cycling abilities of all from novices to those focusing on the next Olympics.We're not just about racing, though. Weekly road and off road rides, trail building & riding, family picnic rides and all day epics. We're about getting out and riding bikes!
Chattersense SCIO
Joined SCVO on 7 May
We work with children and young people age 0-24 with physical, learning, social or emotional challenges across the West of Scotland. We are an Occupational Therapy led service and work with the young person their families, carers and the wider communiity
The Shieling Collective
Joined SCVO on 7 May
Our mission is to establish The Shieling Collective as a living hub for cultural revival, land stewardship, and holistic wellbeing. By offering immersive experiences, training, and community events, we aim to equip individuals with the traditional skills, cultural knowledge, and practical tools to regenerate the land, nurture communities, and reclaim a profound connection to Scottish and Gaelic culture and identity.Participants will leave inspired and empowered, ready to rekindle their own hearths and share these practices within their communities and beyond.
Bothwell Futures
Joined SCVO on 6 May
Bothwell Futures vision is to create a SMART village driving our community and growth. Our mission is to:a) Understand and deliver the needs and aspirations of all the people of Bothwell enhancing a safe and welcoming village.b) Develop and grow the community through engagement and consultation, building Bothwell as an excellent place to live, work and visit.c) Encourage an inclusive community and culture through nurturing and maximising benefits.d) Work with and support all collaborators and stakeholders including our residents, businesses and activity groups for the benefit of all.e) Understand, grow and develop the assets of Bothwell.f) Be innovative in our our improvement programmes.g) Continue to develop the perception of Bothwell as a place to live, visit and support all. Ensure Bothwell plays its part in the social community.h) Ensure Bothwell is a SMART village that has a positive attitude towards the Green, environmental and sustainability agendas.i) Ensure Bothwell continues to be a key destination centre in Central Scotland.j) Ensure that Bothwell community has control over it key assets through ownership or partnership underpinned by a sustainable business and funding model.To achieve this Bothwell Futures will work through three underpinning themes:1) A Sustainable Bothwell2) The Bothwell Experience3) Bothwell Past & Present
Bothy Project
Joined SCVO on 6 May
Bothy Project is a unique and independent charity, providing arts residencies in bespoke small-scale, off-grid spaces to explore creativity, landscape and living simply.Our solo, off-grid residencies are unique. We welcome practitioners in visual arts, craft & design, music, literature and performance, as well as thinkers, researchers and people local to each bothy.Our Public Programme captures experiences and learning generated across residencies and shares it through talks, podcasts and posters.Our Residencies and Public Programme create behavioural change in relation to the climate emergency through increased cultural and environmental understanding – in residents, local and agency partners, and audiences.
East Wemyss C.A.F.E. (Community Access For Everyone)
Joined SCVO on 6 May
East Wemyss C.A.F.E is a volunteer-run group prioritising Community Access For Everyone (C.A.F.E.) by providing a safe, warm, welcoming meeting place to build community cohesion and to help to prevent loneliness and isolation. Our space is one where everyone is welcomed, encouraged and cherished. We exist to support those who need support by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. We work towards helping individuals in our community to improve and maintain their health and mental wellness. We have hosted a free community lunch every Tuesday since November 2021, and have recently begun hosting outings to places of interest for our members.