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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 Mansfield Traquair Centre, 15 Mansfield Place, Edinburgh EH3 6BB.

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The charity (de)banking landscape

the UK, and the ruinous impacts of sudden and unexplained bank account closures on the organisations, trustees,Opening an account Some banks request a solicitor’s letter to verify the names of trustees opening a,experiencing long delays with getting a bank account set up, pushing some organisations to rely on trustees,support charities to prioritise meeting the needs of their beneficiaries; and develop comprehensive training,Under new Consumer Duty requirements set by the Financial Conduct Authority in July 2023, financial institutions

https://scvo.scot/p/89511/2024/04/23/the-charity-debanking-landscape

Developing your board

What is expected of individual trustees?,themActively contribute to the work of the governing body, prepare for, and participate fully in, meetings, training,They should be able to: think and act strategicallydevise and implement a planning processanalyse financial,information and set out the main financial policies and proceduresthat the governing body will need,SCVO can provide further training and resources to help ensure your organisation is governed effectively

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/governance/developing-board

Roles & responsibilities

, which would in any event be purchased.,has equal legal and financial responsibility, some trustees will need to take on specific roles, so,The Chair may also represent the organisation at external events and meetings, act as a cheque signatory,Treasurer It’s important that all trustees collectively play their part in financial monitoring and decision,SCVO can provide further training and resources to help ensure your organisation is governed effectively

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/governance/roles-responsibilities

Meetings

SCVO can provide further training and resources to help ensure your organisation is governed effectively,Financial Reporting All trustees have a collective responsibility for the organisation’s financial management,Financial reporting (sample financial policies and procedures) is an important agenda item and should,inform trustees of the organisation’s current and projected financial situation.,tend to fall into two categories – long-term, eg finance, staffing, and short-term, eg fundraising, events

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/governance/meetings

Recruitment & induction

Recruiting trustees is a vital part of what you do.,Contact: sustainability@aberdeenstandard.com To find trustees with financial expertise IMultiply Finance,You can advertise trustee vacancies on their website.,Induction A good induction is vital for new trustees, we have a sample Trustee induction checklist which,SCVO can provide further training and resources to help ensure your organisation is governed effectively

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/governance/recruitment-induction

Trading

activities can range from the sale of goods such as Christmas cards, to the operation of cafes and training,art galleries run by charities set up for these purposes fees charged by an educational charity for training,If a charity run café provides refreshments to a member of the public not attending an event, then this,Trustees should look at the financial viability of both the subsidiary and its proposed trading activity,Trustees should get independent financial and legal advice.

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/finance-business-management/trading

SCVO Annual Review 2020-21

and training in response to sector needsclosing our offices to tenants as well as staff, with ongoing,Training & Events Celebrating our training offer and flagship events like the Scottish Charity Awards,We completely transformed our traditional in-person events and training offer into an online programme,We also delivered five events in Trustees Week and launching a new Trustees Network sponsored by Aberdeen,sector to deal with the impact and fall-out from the coronavirus pandemicTo ensure SCVO’s continued financial

https://scvo.scot/about/work/annual-review/html

Cost of living & the #RunningCostsCrisis

We know that 61% of voluntary organisations are experiencing financial challenges while continuing to,Here’s a round up of the way we’re using our voice to support you through financial uncertainty.,and goods to SCVO members, covering areas like utilities, finance and IT Investment advice Webinars & training,You can keep an eye on our events and training here: Events & training - SCVO We wanted to share our,difficult decision making Rethinking reserves Property options in a post-pandemic world Charities & VAT Why trustees

https://scvo.scot/about/work/campaigns/running-costs-crisis

The Gathering 2023: a round-up

Gathering highlights After the Gathering The Gathering, organised by SCVO, is the largest voluntary sector event,came together at the EICC in Edinburgh to enjoy a packed programme of over 75 workshops, seminars, and training,beyondThe Gathering programme offered delegates a packed programme of over 75 free workshops, seminars, and training,at this year's Gathering Jonathan Christie, SCVO Trustee hosts a session on "Building a wellbeing economy,The speakers explored the development of local cash first partnerships, financial inclusion partnerships

https://scvo.scot/the-gathering/round-up-2023

Scottish Charity Awards winners 2023

I'd like to thank the staff, trustees and volunteers of Climate Action Strathaven, local businesses who,Community meals, cookery lessons, English classes and a homeware shop run alongside financial and housing,Police Scotland, social work housingand advocacy, the project has successfully delivered education, training,Trustee of the Year - Vongayi Mufara, Amma Birth Companions People in the asylum process often feel disempowered,Anna Fowlie, chief executive of SCVO, said: "What a fabulous event to celebrate the achievements of organisations

https://scvo.scot/scottish-charity-awards/previous-winners/winners-2023