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Peter Renwick joins the Trust at the same time as Helen Keron takes on the post of Executive Manager.

The first ever South of Scotland Regional Economic Strategy has been shaped by a series of consultations through which over 1400 voices were heard.

The project will aim not only to provide a forest base for the local community to enjoy but also to become the centre for training and development in forestry and rural skills in the South of Scotland.

The project will transform 81 hectares of land at Kelton Mains, part of the charity’s Threave Garden and Estate, into rich habitats for flora and fauna.

The group will use the funding to deliver an E-Sports focused programme of activities for young people in Dumfries and Galloway.

he #BuySocialScotland services directory promotes over 100 organisations delivering social and environmental impact in communities across Scotland.

Girlguiding Dumfriesshire, Girlguiding Stewartry of Kirkcudbright, and Girlguiding Wigtownshire, have merged to form Girlguiding Dumfries and Galloway.

Sue Hughes has many years’ experience managing museum and heritage sites, along with developing and delivering art, craft and local history workshops.

The new service aims to enable people with sight and/or hearing impairment to adapt to life with sensory loss and maintain and build independence.

Machars Basics Bank which provides dedicated support and assistance to families and individuals in need throughout the Machars Area of Wigtownshire, are currently running low on some of their essential items for their food parcels This organisation would be very grateful if anyone has any spare of the below which may be surplus to their… Read more »

There were 75 trainees in total over five days from all walks of life and all ages.

The event aims to highlight how to be more productive, efficient and competitive by capitalising upon the upcoming introduction of 5G in the area.

The aim of the review was to better understand the role of Third Sector Interfaces during the Covid-19 pandemic.

The South of Scotland Development Officer outlined for us the support available for aspiring and existing community owners in the area.

The ‘first’ for this type of approach will seek to align the plan with all 17 of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

A new Multi-Channel Debt Advice team will enhance specialist debt advice provision.

The Guild, producers of the popular monthly Dumfries Market Festival have used some of this award to purchase Busking Kits.

The fund includes more than £28 million for frontline services which provide direct support to women and girls..

The Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) are holding a competition to support social enterprises in developing products and services that tackle some of the impacts of ageing. Funded by UK Research and Innovation’s (UKRI) Healthy Ageing Challenge, the competition provides full funding of up to £150,000 for individual successful projects as a share of an… Read more »

Solway Firth Partnership (SFP) is once again running the Robin Rigg Community Fund for 2022 on both side of the Solway Firth. The Robin Rigg Community Fund, provided by RWE Renewables, is available to community groups and organisations in the eligible Solway area undertaking activities that contribute to the reduction of the effects of climate… Read more »

Organisers of Big Burns Supper are undertaking a community consultation about the evolution of the festival, and the event model ahead of the next Festival which is due to be staged in January 2022. The festival is produced by a local charity which  runs community projects Dumfries Youth Theatre, Dumfries Community Choir, Dumfries Carnival and… Read more »

The new service will support parent carers of children under 18 affected by disability, physical or mental health issues, or complex support needs. With bases in Dumfries and Stranraer, the service offers: Support to work out what help you need Range of contact methods Advice and information Peer support Training and Development Support to have… Read more »

DG Health and Social Care Partnership is currently developing a new workforce plan and at present there is very little information about our local third and independent sector workforce. At national level, Scottish Care is seeking similar information to input to the Scottish Government. Input is welcome from all providers that operate or work in… Read more »

In the first six months of 2021 there was a total of 25 suspected drug-related deaths.

Volunteers have undertaken various training to ensure a range of walks are on offer to people of all abilities.

Crawick Multiverse, near Sanquhar, is a 55-acre visitor destination featuring standing stones, great sculpted mounds and other breath-taking features.

The aim of the free app is to provide information on food and physical activity for expectant parents and families with children under five.

A team of five specialists can offer one-to-one support or an independent perspective on a social enterprise’s vision or structure.

Towns and villages across Dumfries and Galloway are set to stage nine-months of events to celebrate the region and its talent.

People of all ages and abilities are needed to help deliver a fantastic weekend of action.

Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service detail ‘significant’ changes to employment law.

The six-month pilot project is aiming to raise practitioners skills and knowledge around gambling education.

Modern Apprenticeships are focussed on the workplace and students receive remote support from College tutors using digital technology techniques.

The consultation on the draft first ever South of Scotland Regional Economic Strategy is open now and runs until Monday August 16.

Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway (TSDG) is acting as an approved Kickstart Gateway to help organisations in Dumfries and Galloway to access funding through the Kickstart Scheme. The scheme encourages employers to create job placements for 16 to 24-year-olds on Universal Credit. Funding covers wage and NI contributions for 25 hours per week for six… Read more »

It is planned to start to deliver a range of courses in January delivered by local artists, makers, photographers and practitioners.

The 2021 Tour Series calendar been announced revealing three new host venues for this August’s events. Castle Douglas will host the final of the series within a new Bike and Food festival, which will feature street bike races and a gravel sportive ride alongside a food and drink spectacular. The events will start on Thursday… Read more »

An award from the Better Places 2 fund has allowed the Trust to enhance its ranger service, gearing up for what promises to be a busy summer.

The Move More physical activity programme has recently relaunched in Dumfries and Galloway. Dumfries and Galloway Council is working in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support and NHS Dumfries and Galloway to deliver the programme which is specifically designed for people affected by cancer but is also suitable for those with a long-term condition. Being active… Read more »

Venture Trust’s wilderness journeys help deliver three-phase personal development programmes that include one-to-one and group support, outdoor learning experience, and ongoing skills development and community-based support. They are looking to work with teams or organisations that work with young people, adults and/or veterans struggling with issues such as: involvement with the criminal justice system long… Read more »

The Minority Ethnic Emerging Leaders programme will see up to 50 young people between the ages of 18 and 29 benefit from a nine-month professional and personal development programme backed by mentoring, and placements across the public and third sector. Programme participants will receive: • A National Living Wage equivalent grant (currently £8.91 per hour)…. Read more »

Dumfries and Galloway Advocacy Service delivers independent one to one and collective advocacy across the region.

Thank you for your interest in our Business Development workshops. Our new programme for 2023 will be announced in due course. For more third sector events available for you, go to our Events section.

Thank you for your interest in our Volunteering workshops. Our programme will be updated soon for 2023. For more events, click here: Events Calendar.

Free training events, open to third sector organisations across Dumfries and Galloway.

Thank you for your interest in our Governance events. Our programme for this year is now finished but we are preparing a new programme for 2023. For more third sector events available for you, go to our Events section.

The draft strategy could soon be made available for public consultation ahead of being finalised later this year.

A special electronic certificate was created by the local resilience partnership to be presented to Covid volunteers.

Crawick Multiverse, a spectacular 55-acre land art installation, near Sanquhar, was the vision of artist Charles Jencks.

SHAX is an award winning re-use furniture social enterprise and charity helping people in new and low-income households to start and sustain a home.