# Project outcomes Organisations have told us about the transformational impact of device lending, with some sharing how a borrowed device or internet connection can be a real lifeline that helps vulnerable people through crisis situations. We know from our own experience of delivering digital inclusion initiatives and from learning alongside others, that supported access to suitable devices and connectivity can have a wide range of benefits, such as: * improved digital skills and confidence * improved wellbeing, e.g. by being able to pursue or rediscover hobbies and interests, and by keeping in touch with friends and family * improved education and employment opportunities * improved financial outcomes, e.g. by being able to use consumer comparison websites * motivation to stay online after borrowing, leading to longer-term digital inclusion * mitigating the risk of digital exclusion, e.g. if device breaks or during periods of hardship when access to information and support is critical * improved social inclusion for people with disabilities, e.g. by using accessibility tools to engage with the online world * increased engagement with services and opportunities to benefit from other programmes Whatever your organisation or approach, running a digital device lending scheme is very likely to have many positive outcomes and is going to add measurable value to your existing services. If you would like to find out more or discuss your project with a member of SCVO's Digital Inclusion Team, please reach out via digital@scvo.org.uk or [browse our resources](https://scvo.scot/support/digital). > It has given some tenants a lifeline to family and friends. Being able to video call when they are housebound has done wonders for their wellbeing and mental health. Being able to loan a MiFi for free internet has been extremely beneficial particularly in an area of multiple deprivation factors. > **\- Lending Library grantee** --- ## About SCVO SCVO (Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations) is the national membership organisation for Scotland's voluntary sector. Our role is to champion the role of voluntary organisations in Scotland and to support them to do work that has a positive impact. SCVO supports members and the wider voluntary sector with all aspects of setting up and running a voluntary organisation. SCVO represents the needs and concerns of the voluntary sector to the Scottish government in Holyrood and UK government and Westminster. Through our learning and events programme SCVO offers training and development opportunities to the sector. Members access an extensive membership benefits package including specialist, in-depth, 1-to-1 guidance from our Information Services team and from professional service partners. Access to exclusive membership networks (including comms, employers, governance and policy) supports members to grow their connections, stay up to date, exchange ideas and views with peers, and learn through tailored learning opportunities. SCVO members enjoy free access to Funding Scotland Premium to stay on top of funding opportunities to support their organisation’s financial resilience. Discounts and savings on SCVO products and services (including our HR service, managed IT support, payroll service and events and training) and partner offers provide members with support to allow them to focus on delivering their organisation’s goals. Further SCVO products and services include [extensive digital support](https://scvo.scot/support/digital), a climate action resource [Growing Climate Confidence](https://climateconfident.scot), a voluntary sector publication [Third Force News](https://tfn.scot) and a voluntary sector jobs and recruitment service [Goodmoves](https://goodmoves.org). For more information on SCVO membership, visit [SCVO membership](https://scvo.scot/membership)