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Support in the Right Direction 2024 – 2027 fund open for applications
12.07.2023

Support in the Right Direction 2024 – 2027 fund open for applications

A new phase of the Support in the Right Direction (SiRD) programme was launched today (Wednesday 12 July) to fund independent support services and help people use self-directed support options to organise and manage their social care and support across Scotland. Running from April 2024 to March 2027, applications are now open until midday on

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Crowdfunder launched to raise £10,000 for children with care experience to create lifelong memories this summer 
31.05.2023

Crowdfunder launched to raise £10,000 for children with care experience to create lifelong memories this summer 

intandem, Scotland’s national mentoring service for children and young people with care experience, has today (Wednesday 31st May) launched a Crowdfunder campaign, aiming to raise £10,000 to help children create lifelong memories this summer.   All children deserve the opportunity to have fun and try new things to help set them up for a positive future.

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Creative Communities Glasgow programme launches
24.05.2023

Creative Communities Glasgow programme launches

The Creative Communities Glasgow programme launched today (Wednesday 24 May 2023), thanks to £745,000 funding from Glasgow City Council’s Communities and Place Fund, part of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.  Facilitated by Inspiring Scotland, the new Creative Communities Glasgow programme will support community organisations in the area to develop and run cultural and creative projects

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Specialist Volunteer Network at the Tech for Good Summit
04.05.2023

Specialist Volunteer Network at the Tech for Good Summit

Inspiring Scotland’s Specialist Volunteer Network (SVN) team supported the Tech for Good Summit hosted by the Scottish Tech Army (STA) on Thursday 20th April. In this blog Tommy Seymour highlights the important work done by the SVN and STA, as well as his key takeaways from the event.   ‘Come ready to listen, leave ready to

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Could Active Play be the route to better health?
09.03.2023

Could Active Play be the route to better health?

Being physically active is one of the most important things people can do to improve their physical and mental health. It can help prevent a range of non-communicable diseases, those associated with unhealthy behaviour such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes, and improves mental health and cognitive functioning, among other benefits.  However, the new Step Up!

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Inspiring Scotland’s Specialist Volunteer Network (SVN)
19.12.2022

Inspiring Scotland’s Specialist Volunteer Network (SVN)

For a charitable organisation, having access to a broad range of professional skills can be challenging when resources are already stretched. Whether seeking IT or marketing expertise, financial or legal advice, a trusteeship or practical help, Inspiring Scotland’s Specialist Volunteer Network (SVN)  can step in.  The Specialist Volunteer Network (SVN) is one of Inspiring Scotland’s

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