New Volunteering Officer sends out offer of support to third sector

Kateryna Stoian’s primary responsibility is to assist volunteer involving organisations in enhancing their capacity and capability in volunteer...
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Autistic adults in region to receive more support thanks to fund

The funding from the Scottish Government will allow charities to deliver a range of...
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Call for consultants to join pool for third sector work

Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway has a pool of consultants who we invite to support pieces of work on an ad hoc...
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Food Train Chief Executive to stand down

Michelle Carruthers praises volunteers and says: “It’s been an absolute privilege to do my...
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New £450,000 service for people affected by cancer comes to region

The Macmillan Improving the Cancer Journey service is a tried and tested model which provides one to one, tailored support for people affected by...
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Next CEO selected for Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway

Alan Webb will replace the organisation’s current chief executive, Norma Austin Hart, when she retires later this...
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New chair for region’s Social Enterprise Network

The purpose of SEDG is to create opportunities for the Dumfries and Galloway social enterprise community to develop and...
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New round in Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund

The total available in the region is £440,217 and is open to projects supporting those aged 16 and...
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Ministerial visit to Relationships Scotland Dumfries and Galloway

The Minister had an opportunity to chat with clients who use their services, providing her with a rich insight into their...
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Lottery Funding assures befriending support in Dumfries and Galloway

A Listening Ear Dumfries and Galloway will now be able to expand its current befriending services throughout the region following funding from the...
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Wigtownshire voluntary group wins national Adult Learners’ Week award

Learners Together has won the Group Award at the national Adult Learners’ Week Awards...
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Roadshows to showcase digital tools for social care providers

The Scottish Care Care Technologist Team is excited to announce two upcoming roadshows aimed at bringing together social care providers, the people...
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£566,000 funding programme opens in Dumfries and Galloway

The Community Led Local Development programme will make more than £566,000 in funding available this year for revenue and capital...
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New funding programme due to open in Dumfries and Galloway

The grant fund will open for applications at the end of August, with full details being published in...
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Volunteer call out to Armed Forces for nature restoration project

Volunteers are needed to help clear invasive sitka spruce trees over a small part of a community-owned nature...
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Conference to help people with additional support needs get into work

The interactive online conference will showcase where gaps are in service provision and provide insight on people’s experience of accessing...
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Happy Hooves celebrates successful Crowdfunding campaign

The funds will play a pivotal role in bringing the long-awaited indoor arena to...
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Conference gains momentum as partners unite to support unpaid Carers

The Dumfries and Galloway Unpaid Carers Conference will take place at Easterbrook Hall in Dumfries on Tuesday October...
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Charities showcase services to Lockerbie Academy pupils

The first ever Lockerbie Academy Charity Fair has taken place. The day, organised in partnership between the school and Third Sector Dumfries and...
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Growth launches recruitment drive for Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway

A number of new jobs are available due to the arrival of the Community Led Local Development programme and funding...
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Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway move base to The Crichton

The new base at Monreith House is fully accessible and places the charity amongst a large number of other third sector...
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Community Fund give 22 D&G groups National Lottery funding

Dumfries and Galloway groups celebrate award from The National Lottery Community...
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Amazing Summer Fund 2023 launched for third sector organisations

Organisations are being asked to deliver free activities for children and young people aged 5–16 for the duration of the summer...
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Wigtown celebrates 25th anniversary as Scotland’s National Book Town

Book Town people gather to celebrate town’s regeneration as they look ahead to the 25th annual...
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Free support roadshows return for charities and community groups

The roadshows provide an opportunity for the third sector to seek support on governance, volunteering, or...
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Dumfries and Galloway volunteer Coronation Champions announced

The Coronation Champions Awards are organised by the Royal Voluntary Service and celebrate extraordinary...
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First ever Online Conversations promote themes within third sector

All the sessions are designed to help the third sector become stronger, more resilient, and more...
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Community support for third year of fund to help more projects

A total of £445,026 was given to 33 third sector organisations across Dumfries and Galloway in the last...
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Horse rescue centre able to offer ASDAN course

ASDAN provides programmes and qualifications for learners with special educational needs and...
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Birthday celebrations help mark charity’s 10th year

D&G HandyVan staff were joined by board members, volunteers and invited guests in Lockerbie to celebrate the special...
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Charity winding up looks to give funds to similar organisation

The organisation Health and Shelter for Children is winding up and has some remaining funds to donate to a charity that fits its purpose.  This...
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Stranraer project shortlisted in Great British Business Awards

The Furniture Project have been shortlisted in the Outstanding Contribution to the Community...
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Community celebrates five years of Midsteeple Quarter

Five years of transformational people power in Dumfries has been celebrated, with supporters declaring: “We’ve only just...
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Organisations awarded £725,000 from mental health and wellbeing fund

A total of £445,026 was split between 33 third sector organisations across Dumfries and...
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Hen’s Dens to be created across Dumfries and Galloway

The Hens’ Dens are a safe space for women with Learning Disabilities, Learning Difficulties and/or autism to create healthy relationships and...
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Ten-year-old Heather asks for help to find our unsung heroes

Heather Bryson is looking for opportunities to speak at meetings or events to encourage others to nominate local...
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Leading women in social enterprise celebrated at free event

The free event is delivered by social enterprise agency Firstport in collaboration with Third Sector Dumfries and...
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Four regional projects succeed in Investing in Communities Fund

One hundred projects nationally will share £27million over the next three years to help tackle poverty and...
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Dumfries and Galloway Council Achieves Volunteering Charter Mark

Dumfries and Galloway Council has become the first whole Council in Scotland to be awarded the Investing in Volunteers (IiV) Charter Mark of...
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Tackling Poverty Reference Group for region looking for new members

The Tackling Poverty Reference Group is a regional group of Volunteers who have direct experience of poverty....
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Free drop-in online conversations with third sector continue with volunteering

All the sessions are designed to help the third sector become stronger, more resilient, and more...
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Wheatley Homes South – Environmental Roots Programme

Wheatley Homes South will be delivering their environmental roots employability programme in Dumfries. Due to the way the programmes are funded,...
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Artist sought for exciting Midsteeple Quarter creative commission

An artist is being commissioned to work with the community to embrace and express the excitement surrounding the future of Dumfries’ Midsteeple...
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Views wanted on future of Dumfries and Galloway’s intermediate care

Many people need medical care that can’t be delivered at their home – this could be physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or just time in a...
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Lockerbie Old School regeneration project gets the green light

The project will refurbish the 145-year-old Old School, creating a new Community and Enterprise Centre for the DG11...
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£17.7m Levelling Up Fund bid gets go ahead for ‘Reactivating Galloway’

Dalbeattie Rocks and Wheels, Stranraer Water Sports Centre, and the George Hotel in Stranraer are part of a successful £17.7million bid by Dumfries...
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The People’s Project helps make a difference in Maxwelltown

The project involved many people from the People’s Project and Dumfries and Galloway Council working...
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Third sector to input into new service to improve cancer journey in region

The new Macmillan-funded service is expected to be fully up and running in Dumfries and Galloway by September this...
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Social enterprises in D&G showcased to share ideas and inspiration

The programme of visits is supported by South of Scotland Enterprise and organised by Third Sector Dumfries and...
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Community-led projects across region get funding boost

The funding is being delivered in partnership between the Scottish Government and Inspiring...
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