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Supporting Scotland's vibrant voluntary sector

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.

Evidence library

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The evidence library is a resource for anyone interested in the voluntary sector in Scotland. Managed by SCVO, the library signposts to research and evidence produced by, or on, the voluntary sector. For further information email: research@scvo.scot.

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Email the title, author, date published, web link or attachment, and a short description to research@scvo.scot.

UK Local Giving Report 2026

CAF 8 September 2025

Communities Funding and economy Fact & Figures

CAF’s UK Local Giving Report 2026 provides insights into the geography of giving within local communities.
The report includes a section on current giving trends in Scotland.

An interactive map is also available showing

% of people who donate
amount donated
% supported by charities
% using charities for enjoyment

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