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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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Scottish Charity Awards

On these pages you'll find information about SCVO's Scottish Charity Awards Changes to the Scottish Charity,Awards in 2024 Applying for an award and award categories Key dates for your diary Useful information,We are dedicated to championing voluntary organisations and supporting your work.,So this year we've tried to make the awards simpler and more accessible to as many people and organisations,and the nuts and bolts of running an effective voluntary organisation Made the main focus of our awards

https://scvo.scot/scottish-charity-awards

Membership

Exclusive membership benefits and support networks A strong community of voluntary organisations of all,sizes Shape the future of the voluntary sector in Scotland Membership-exclusive events We regularly,run sessions to help you make the most of your membersip.,The resources, training and opportunities available to members, together with the wealth of news and information,and develop a confident, sustainable voluntary sector attracted Cancer Support Scotland to join.

https://scvo.scot/membership

SCVO response to the Heat in Buildings Bill: consultation (Scottish Government)  

information that is attached to this question).,Buildings owned and run by voluntary organisations may need to keep properties at a higher temperature,Voluntary organisations that own or run buildings operate a range of services across Scotland that may,require higher temperatures – for example, where there are small children, older people, or people who,The same is true of non-residential buildings owned by voluntary organisations.

https://scvo.scot/p/89252/2024/03/15/scvo-response-to-the-heat-in-buildings-bill-consultation-scottish-government

Support & learning

Setting up a charity What to consider when setting up a new voluntary organisation, including legal structures,and model constitutions Running your organisation How to solve problems and run effective and sustainable,voluntary organisations.,to know about setting up and running a community space Closing down an organisation If you're closing,setting up or running a voluntary sector organisation Find out more Upcoming events Infrastructure support

https://scvo.scot/support

SCVO Training

Professional development is proven to enable career development and progression, allowing people to excel,Our training programme delivers a range of engaging and inspiring courses to help people learn and enhance,Looking for entry-level information and eLearning to help you run your voluntary organisation?,Check out the SCOPE platform which provides entry-level information and learning to help you run your,voluntary sector organisation.

https://scvo.scot/support/training

Constitution

The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is the national membership body for Scotland's,vibrant voluntary sector.,We lobby government on policy issues, create jobs for young people and support organisations to embrace,day-to-day stuff, like affordable office space, discounted training courses, funding opportunities and information,and support to help people set up and run their organisations.

https://scvo.scot/about/work/constitution

Freedom of information

Freedom of Information (FOI) is a valuable resource for the voluntary sector.,Voluntary sector organisations are not subject to FOI law, which currently only applies to Scottish public,Requests for information received by voluntary organisations do not, therefore, qualify as FOI requests,information that the organisation holds.,While voluntary organisations are not covered by FOI, they will have legal responsibilities under the

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/legislation/foi-act

SCVO Trustee Network

In partnership with With over 250,000 trustees across the country who help shape and guide voluntary,sector organisations, we think it's important to provide practical help and information which caters,SCVO Trustee Bulletin We know trustees are busy people with big responsibilities, so we've created a,The five modules are a great induction tool and will help you run your organisation.,Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise' for 2022-23.

https://scvo.scot/about/networks/trustee

Staff

The SCVO HR and employment support service is available to voluntary sector organisations in Scotland,If you’re thinking of employing staff, or just want to check you’re managing people well, here’s a ten-point,Business Gateway provides an interactive tool for employers to inform and help make the necessary checks,You must have a data protection policy that sets out how to manage this information. 10.,Many voluntary sector organisations ask what should they pay their staff?

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/staff-volunteers/staff

Before you start

Our information will talk you through the steps you need to take to set up a charity.,But it isn’t your only option – there are other ways to run your organisation too.,Will it be run by volunteers or include paid staff?,OSCR have more information on campaigning on political issues.,Registering as a charity isn't the right option for all organisations, you can choose to be a voluntary

https://scvo.scot/support/setting-up/before-you-start