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Supporting Scotland's vibrant voluntary sector

Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

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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The Scottish Government’s Ecosystem Fund is designed to back programmes and organisations that help new businesses start, grow and scale, and plays a central role in strengthening the entrepreneurial infrastructure across the country. It provides grants up to £40,000 to organisations that are driving entrepreneurial growth and innovation across Scotland.Funding is available to support projects that:- Expand access to entrepreneurship for underrepresented groups.- Deliver skills development, mentorship, and collaboration.- Boost Scotland's visibility as a global hub for startups.- Increase access to funding and investment opportunities.- Encourage innovation.The Fund is opportunity-focused, seeking initiatives that do not duplicate existing activity but fill gaps in the current ecosystem offering in Scotland. It is committed to supporting initiatives that enhance diversity, inclusion and accessibility within Scotland's entrepreneurial community. All proposed activity must be delivered, and all project costs incurred by 31st March 2026.

https://funding.scot/funds/a0RP1000007KSIfMAO/scottish-government-the-ecosystem-fund

How to check where you're at on your journey to good governance

Good governance matters because it underpins successful charities and is vital for their effectiveness,But how do you know whether your governance is good?,Scotland’s Third Sector Governance Code sets out five core principles of good governance and was developed,So why not use the Good Governance Checkup today?,To take our Good Governance Checkup, click here.

https://scvo.scot/p/50588/2022/05/27/how-to-check-where-youre-at-on-your-journey-to-good-governance

It’s not just about the cash: Why people matter in Scottish Government grant-making

The Scottish Government gives out millions of pounds in grants to voluntary organisations.,Those of us lucky enough to get Scottish Government grant funding are very grateful but exactly how grateful,Scottish Government grant managers can also find managing grant relationships with us challenging.,This is guidance on effective grant management relationships between Scottish Government and third sector,Steven’s previous jobs include the Community Fund lottery fund and Scottish Government.

https://scvo.scot/p/56696/2023/01/11/its-not-just-about-the-cash-why-people-matter-in-scottish-government-grant-making

The Scottish Government is clear that no one should suffer disadvantage as a result of military service. The Scottish Veterans Fund (SVF) was established by the Scottish Government in 2008 and has a broad remit to support projects that benefit ex-Service personnel and their families in Scotland. The SVF is particularly aimed at those projects that will help the veterans community to overcome any disadvantage experienced as a result of service; those supporting veterans and their families to achieve a successful transition to civilian life; and projects that aim to make Scotland the most attractive place to be for those leaving Service life.There are two funding streams for small scale / larger projects.

https://funding.scot/funds/a0Rb0000005hQYpEAM/the-scottish-veterans-fund

The Forestry Grant Scheme offers financial support for the creation of new woodland and the sustainable management of existing woodland. Within the scheme's eight categories, there are a range of support options covering planting, woodland protection, harvesting and more.

https://funding.scot/funds/a0Rb0000003hvNSEAY/scottish-forestry-forestry-grants

Finances proving biggest challenge to charities as rising costs bite 

“Everyone can play a part in supporting the sector, whether it is government and councils ensuring there,A good start would be Scottish Government passing on the money that the UK Government allocated for energy,Tracker is run by an independent research company called DJS Research on behalf of SCVO, the Scottish Government,2023, SCVO was able to make informed decisions on its influencing and media work, and the Scottish Government

https://scvo.scot/p/87687/2024/01/04/finances-proving-biggest-challenge-to-charities-as-rising-costs-bite

SCVO Briefing: Scottish Budget 2024/2025

Voluntary organisations play a crucial role in delivering on the Scottish Government’s three missions,At a time of clear need, this budget is an opportunity for the Scottish Government to support our sector,The solution SCVO welcomes the Scottish Government commitment to deliver ‘Fairer Funding’ by 2026.,Implement multi-year funding of three years or more across several Scottish Government funds in the 2024,Registered charity “Due to annual funding from Scottish Government, which doesn’t cover our core costs

https://scvo.scot/p/87246/2023/12/12/scvo-briefing-scottish-budget-2024-2025

SCVO responds to Draft Scottish Budget 2024/25

“While we welcome the Scottish Government’s commitments to move towards Fair Funding for Scotland’s voluntary,“The UK Government delivered a modest but welcome package of running costs support for voluntary organisations,Today, at the very least, the Scottish Government could have committed to doing the same here in Scotland,We stand ready to support the Scottish Government to deliver that progress.”

https://scvo.scot/p/87653/2023/12/19/scvo-responds-to-draft-scottish-budget-2024-25

The fund helps museums, galleries, libraries and archives throughout Scotland to make acquisitions for their collections, provided they are open to the public and not run for profit. Grants may be made to assist the purchase of an object or group of objects that conforms to the applicant's collecting policy. Funding is provided annually by Scottish Government and administered by National Museums Scotland.

https://funding.scot/funds/a0Rb0000003iYsHEAU/national-museums-of-scotland-national-fund-for-acquisitions

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