Every day of your life matters, from the first to the last. We believe everyone living with a terminal illness should be able to get the most from the time they have left, however hard that may sometimes feel. We'll be here for you and your family when you may feel like no-one else is, to help you cope when you don't know how. Marie Curie Nurses care for you in your home, when you need them most, day or night. Our hospices are at the heart of communities around the UK. And our trained volunteers and advisers are here for you with practical information and support when you don't know what to do next or just need to talk. We'll be by your side with care and support every step of the way, bringing light in the darkest hours.

We believe that every young person should have the chance to embrace exciting opportunities. So, we help 11 to 30 year olds who are unemployed or struggling at school to transform their lives. Our UK 2018-2023 strategy lays out the direction of The Prince's Trust. We plan to help one million more young people to transform their lives over the next 10 years. We will help them develop the confidence and skills to live, to learn and to earn, giving them an increasing stake in our economy and society.

Voluntary Action South Ayrshire (VASA) is the local Third Sector Interface. It is recognised by Scottish Government and South Ayrshire Council as fulfilling a key role in ensuring the continued development of a robust Third Sector in South Ayrshire. As VASA has been created from an amalgamation of Volunteer Centre South Ayrshire (VCSA) and Council for Voluntary Organisations in Kyle and Carrick (CVOKC) it is founded on a wealth of experience gained during decades of work with Third Sector organisations, agencies and groups operating in South Ayrshire.

FDAMH’s mission is to assist people to recover from mental health problems and to promote mental well being. We do so by offering a range of services that aim to empower individuals to lead a fulfilling and participative life: we provide education and support for their carers and are committed to bringing people together across the local community.

Shopmobility is a service that helps all people who consider themselves to have mobility problems (whether through disability, illness or injury) to continue to get around city and town centres independently, with freedom, confidence and dignity.

Barnardo’s has been working across the UK for more than a century. Barnardo’s purpose is to reach out to the most disadvantaged children, young people, families and communities to help ensure that every child has the best possible start in life. Barnardo’s aim is to make sure that every child and young person is able to reach their full potential, whatever their circumstances in life.

We reach out to those who have served, those still serving, and their families at times of crisis and need by offering vital, practical advice, assistance and funding. We believe that those who serve or have served, whether regular or reserve, are deserving of our support to live life fully without disadvantage after service. No veteran should live without the prospect of employment, good health and a home, and we all have a part to play in achieving this. Poppyscotland is best known for running the iconic Scottish Poppy Appeal, but we work all year round to help those who have served, those still serving and their families receive the care and support they urgently need. The Scottish Poppy Appeal raises over £2 million each year. This, combined with our other year-round fundraising, enables us to provide tailored support and funding to thousands of ex-Servicemen and women as well as other vital services in advice, employment, mobility, respite, housing and mental health support.

We provide personalised employment advice and practical support for people with a disability or long-term health condition who live in Edinburgh, East Lothian and Midlothian. Into Work is a charity, a non-profit organisation. We have many years' experience helping people with health conditions and health conditions achieve their goal of both finding and keeping a paid job. Into Work would like to see a world where people with long term health issues or disabilities have equal opportunity to take up employment and receive fair treatment in work. We help the people who come to us secure meaningful, paid and sustainable employment. Our employment services are based on the 5 Staged Supported Employment Model.

The objects of the Charity (the Objects) are the relief of sickness and disability in furtherance of the aims, chartism and ethos of the Religious Sisters of Charity (the Congregation) and of any Mission Statement of St Andrew's Hospice which may from time to time be approved by the Members, In particular by: 3.1.1 the provision of palliative, nursing, medical, and other care services for those in need at St Andrew's Hospice or at any other facilities or in the homes of patients; 3.1 .2 the provision of pastoral care services for the spiritual welfare and support of patients, 'relatives and staff particularly through the agency and active work of the Congregation; 3.1.3 the provision of education and research Into any aspect of the care of sick or disabled people or of the service provided by St Andrew's Hospice or at any other facilities; 3.1.4 the provision of services to members of the Congregation who are in need.

At Barnardo's we believe in children - no matter who they are, what they have done or what they have been through. We will ensure their needs are met and their voices are heard.

Our aim is to support older people to live independently at home. Our preventative services address the difficulty older people face getting their weekly grocery shopping, doing jobs around the house and the growing isolation that comes with failing health. We also aim to provide a wide range of supported volunteering opportunities for people of all ages and ability and these include shopper, driver, delivery assistant and office assistant.

At Cornerstone our aim is simple, 'to enable the people we support to enjoy a valued life.' Every day acrosss Scotland we support people with 'dis'abilities and other support needs to become more independent and active in their community.

We run self-advocacy groups for adults with learning disabilities and / or autistic spectrum disorder with the aim of improving their confidence and communication skills, developing the awareness of their rights and responsibilites, enabling them to take more control over their own lives and to comment more effectively on services provided.

Tayside Re-Users is an environmental reuse and recycling Social Enterprise. Established in 1995 it diverts unwanted items from landfill for reuse and recycling, offers employment, volunteering and training opportunities to young people and others who struggle to secure work and provides low cost or no cost household items to people on fixed or low incomes.

Barnardo's Scotland provides more than 122 community-based services throughout the country working with over 26,500 vulnerable children, young people and their families. Services include: leaving care services which help young people to bridge the gap between being in care and living in the adult world, family activity services which work to support families in trouble, disability services supporting children with disabilities and offering short breaks to their families. Our website provides a search for local services.

Team Jak provides practical and emotional support to children and young people with cancer and related illnesses, their family and friends and those bereaved.

CHAS is the only provider of hospice and palliative care services for children in Scotland. For over 20 years we have been caring for families and their babies, children and young people by offering palliative care, family respite and support. We can support the whole family, as and when they need it, throughout their journey in CHAS from referral to bereavement, during their transition to adult services or through discharge should they no longer need our support.

We are Scotland’s health charity supporting people and their families across Scotland with chest, heart and stroke conditions. We want to make sure life living with a chest or heart condition or after a stroke is a life lived to the full. We will fight for better health for everyone and work to make sure there is help and support in every community. After a diagnosis of a chest or heart condition or a stroke, many people experience fear and isolation and struggle with the impact on their lives. Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland won’t stand for that. The care and support we deliver every day ensures everyone can live the life they want to. Across Scotland, over 1 million people – that’s one in five of the population – are living with the effects of serious chest and heart conditions and stroke. By 2021 we will double the number of people we support so that more people can live life to the full. We will do this by providing vital advice, information, and support through our No Life Half Lived Support services across Scotland. These services include our Advice Line, Stroke Nurse Service, Rehabilitation Support Service, Health Information, Health Defence, Education and E-learning, Financial Advice & Support and our Peer Support Groups.

Carers Link is the local organisation dedicated to carers and we provide a range of services for people who live or care within the East Dunbartonshire area. Our Vision: Carers want to see the person they care for have the best possible quality of life. Carers Link wants to see the Carers of East Dunbartonshire also have the best possible quality of life, encompassing help and support for your caring role, and the opportunity to pursue your own needs, interests or work. Carers Link wants to see that the Carers of East Dunbartonshire are both informed and involved and that your experience as a Carer is respected and valued.

SensationALL provides multi-sensory experiences for children and adults with disabilities, multiple support needs and people's families.

Voluntary organisation providing free, confidential and independent services to all victims of reported and unreported crime through our community and court based services helping them to overcome the impact of their experience through Emotional support Some-one to talk to; a person-centred support and recovery programme for victims, witnesses and people affected by crime. Practical help Information and support on the Criminal Justice System including; • crown and defence precognitions, • pre-trial court visits, • help with special measures for vulnerable witnesses, and • on the day support at court. Personal safety and crime prevention advice; Information and onward referral to other sources of local and national help. Specialist support areas include – Anti Social Behaviour, Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence and Support For Families Bereaved by Murder, Suicide, Traumatic or Violent Death. Support can be given at home, school or other outreach facility, drop-in or office appointment, telephone or e-mail. Monday to Sunday 9.30am – 7.30pm.

Girlguiding Scotland is Scotland’s leading charity for girls and young women. Every year we empower 50,000 girls to be their best and face the challenges of growing up today. We’ve been doing this through adventure, friendship and fun for over 100 years. We inspire girls. We give them space to grow, and strive to ensure that each one of them can get involved – no matter what their background or ability. We have more than 12,000 amazing volunteers who, along with our fantastic supporters, make that happen. We’re dedicated to creating a better world for girls and young women. What we do makes a positive difference to the lives of all girls and young women across Scotland – not just our members.

Our aim is to support older people to live independently at home. Our preventative services address the difficulty older people face getting their weekly grocery shopping, doing jobs around the house and the growing isolation that comes with failing health. We also aim to provide a wide range of supported volunteering opportunities for people of all ages and ability and these include shopper, driver, delivery assistant and office assistant.

We're the Parkinson's charity that drives better care, treatments and quality of life. Together we can bring forward the day when no one fears Parkinson's. We provide expert information on every aspect of Parkinson's so that people affected by the condition can stay in control of their lives.

Our vision is for a society in which people who are blind and partially sighted enjoy the same freedom of movement as everyone else. Our purpose is to deliver the guide dog service and other mobility services; to break down legal and physical barriers; and to enable people who are blind and partially sighted to get around on their own. Our values mean that we will always seek to be trustworthy and transparent; that we will always be innovative and responsive; and that we will collaborate with others wherever that is to the benefit of people who are blind and partially sighted.

Changeworks develop and deliver innovative projects and businesses that inspire and empower people to make a difference. Our activities: increase energy efficiency and the use of renewable sources, prevent waste from going to landfill, promote methods of transport with low environmental impact. We provide people with the information they need to make choices that lessen their impact on the environment, we help them to lead safer, healthier, more fulfilled lives.

We provide support for the local community by offering help to the homeless, older people, emergency response and more. Our charity shop is the first point of contact for most people.

Stirling CAB delivers free, confidential, impartial and independent information, advice, and support and representation services to the citizens of the area regardless of their age, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, disability, gender or any other social factor. Information, advice and support are provided on a very wide range of issues, with the greatest demand relating to welfare benefits, employment, consumer debt, housing and legal issues.

Our vision: A better life for people and their families living with a terminal illness. Our mission: To help people and their families living with a terminal illness make the most of the time they have together by delivering expert care, emotional support, research and guidance.

Founded in 2001, Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity (formerly known as Yorkhill Children's Charity) was established to support children and their families treated at Glasgow's Royal Hospital for Sick Children - Yorkhill. In June 2015, the hospital moved from Yorkhill to the Royal Hospital for Children at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, where we are proud to support it today. Since 2001, we have invested more than £30 million in the children’s hospital in Glasgow. This has been possible thanks to the generosity of our donors, fundraisers and volunteers, whose support ensures that Scotland’s children receive the best possible care.

Our vision is that all young people will have the opportunity to gain personal experience of how business works, understand the role it plays in providing employment and creating prosperity, and be inspired to improve their own prospects, and the competitiveness of Scotland. YES provides almost 7,000 young people each year, regardless of location, circumstances, curriculum choice, career plans or academic strength, the opportunity to be enterprising and to understand how business works.

The voice of the Voluntary Sector with a strong and diverse membership. Dedicated and experienced staff providing support, development advice, facilitating networks as well as sharing news and information. We also provide office space to rent, room hire, grant finder services, administration services and much more.

Threads offers support to young parents and young tenants in Renfrewshire 18-21 years

Guide Dogs Scotland offers services to those who are Blind or Visually Impaired. We provide services such as Guide Dogs, Campaigning and Research as well as our MyGuide Service and Buddy Dogs. Guide dogs, children and young people services, my guide dog, coping with the loss of your dog, speaker service, training for your organisation & technology.

Free and confidential support to all victims of crime. Help with insurance and compensation claims.

Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) saves and improves lives across Scotland every day. SCAA currently operates one helicopter, an EC135-T2i, and one rapid response vehicle - taking expert paramedic care to the scene of time-critical emergencies, whether it be on a road, in a field or at someone’s home. SCAA then transports patients to specialist hospitals to receive the most appropriate advanced care. SCAA makes a difference - a patient’s chance of survival and full recovery are greatly increased if they receive the right medical care within the first hour of injury or illness. The fast response of SCAA and its ability to reach Scotland’s most remote and rural areas saves vital minutes when every second really does count.

3.1 the advancement of citizenship and community deveopment for the public benefit through the promotion of volunteering including (but without limitation) in the fields of education, social care and the environment 3.2 the advancement of education and training including (but without limitation) of persons who, due to their social or economic circumstances or otherwise, are in need and unable to gain employment in the United Kingdom.

Food Train is a registered charity, voluntary organisation and social enterprise. Since 1995 Food Train has been making daily life easier for older people, providing vital services to those who are no longer able to manage independently, through age, ill health, frailty or disability. Food Train makes hundreds of grocery deliveries every week, ensuring those most in need have access to fresh groceries. Teams of dedicated local volunteers across the regions also go that extra mile by helping with household jobs, delivering books through our library service and providing much needed friendly social contact and meals through our Meal Makers and befriending services. Our Growth Following 15 years of successfully supporting older people throughout Dumfries and Galloway, in 2010, Food Train embarked on our ambitious project to make our services available to older people in other parts of Scotland. With support from the Scottish Government, Community Food and Health Scotland and the relevant health and social care partnerships, we are delighted that Food Train services are now available in many more areas. Our Vision In order to fulfil our vision for all older people in Scotland, we endeavour, in partnership with our public and independent sector partners, to continue growing and expanding our services and support for older people to enable them to eat well, live well and age well at home.

The Community Stroke Services provides communication support after suffering a stroke, resulting in communication difficulties. We provide a welcoming and stimulating environment which supports and promotes communication and encourages social interaction to enable people to build confidence and self esteem and to help improve quality of live to enable them to return into their communities to join other external activity based community groups.

We are Scotland’s health charity supporting people and their families across Scotland with chest, heart and stroke conditions. We want to make sure life living with a chest or heart condition or after a stroke is a life lived to the full. We will fight for better health for everyone and work to make sure there is help and support in every community.

Our ambition is a future where every person with sight loss has the confidence and support they need to live their lives to the full.

MCR Pathways is a Scottish, school based mentoring programme supporting those in or on the edges of the care-system to realise their full potential through education. MCR Pathways works in all Glasgow's secondary schools and in school sin Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Edinburgh, North Ayrshire, South Lanarkshire and West Dunbartonshire. The programme supports almost 2,000 young people each week. Our vision is that every care-experiences and disadvantaged young people in Scotland gets the same education outcomes, career opportunities and life chances as every other young person. MCR is growing nationally with support and commitment from both Local and National Government.

Lothian Autistic Society is committed to meaningful participation and choice in all aspects of life for children and young people on the autism spectrum and their families. LAS aims to accomplish its ongoing mission through close collaboration with a successful network of members and supporters.

To support older people to remain independent at home for as long as they choose to do so, by providing a vital grocery & delivery service, as well as completing household tasks within the home via our Extra Service and also providing an outreach library service. We offer the following volunteering roles - drivers, helpers on our delivery vans and shoppers, as well as volunteers with our Extra Service and library service.

Victim Support Scotland is a charity providing support and advice to victims and witnesses of crime. Victim Support Scotland is a volunteer led organisation with all support provided by trained volunteers. Victim Support Scotland works to ensure that all those affected by crime, who need it, receive high quality support to recover from their experiences. Victim Support Scotland aims to put victims and witnesses at the heart of Justice in Scotland.

To improve and increase knowledge about victims and witnesses through research studies, projects, appropriate publicity and information materials.

Move On is an organisation which works with vulnerable young people and those affected by homelessness. We offer a range of services providing advice, training, guidance and support enabling vulnerable young people and those affected by homelessness to unlock their potential and achieve a range of positive outcomes. These positive outcomes include; securing or progressing towards a job, accessing and sustaining a home, building confidence, growing support networks and increasing life skills.

We provide support, learning and development opportunities for people and organisations. We provide guidance, support and training to Third Sector organisations and community groups. We enable people to engage with their local community, develop and learn new skills through volunteering. We also facilitate Third Sector representation at a local level.through our delegate system. Elected from with the Sector, delegates voice challenges and opinions on emerging issues, get involved in local decision making and champion the work of the Sector.

Victim Support Scotland is the lead voluntary organisation in Scotland helping people affected by crime. It provides emotional support, practical help and essential information to victims, witnesses and others affected by crime. The service is free, confidential and is provided by volunteers through a network of community based victim and youth justice services and court based witness services.

Food Train is a grocery shopping, befriending and household support service for older people assisting and enabling them to live at home independently for as long as they are able. Mission Our aim is to support older people to live independently at home. Our preventative services address the difficulty older people face getting their weekly grocery shopping, doing jobs around the house and the growing isolation that comes with failing health. We also aim to provide a wide range of supported volunteering opportunities for people of all ages and ability. Vision We envisage our organisation as a ‘one stop shop' for older people - by providing services or helping them access services to help them live independently at home for as long as they wish and are able. Values we will respect our customers right to dignity, choice and independence in their later years we will deliver our services with flexibility, openness and a ‘can-do' approach we welcome diversity in volunteering and will respect and value the contribution made by our volunteers we will develop and value working relationships with a wide variety of community partners

Our aim is to support older people to live independently at home. Our preventative services address the difficulty older people face getting their weekly grocery shopping, doing jobs around the house and the growing isolation that comes with failing health. We also aim to provide a wide range of supported volunteering opportunities for people of all ages and ability and these include shopper, driver, delivery assistant and office assistant.

Children 1st is Scotland’s National Children’s Charity. We began in 1884 and for many years were known as the RSSPCC (Royal Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children). We became Children 1st in 1995. We did this to say that children are at the heart of everything we do. And that not only do we want to prevent harm - we also want to ensure every child gets the love and nurture they deserve. We help Scotland’s families to put children first, with practical advice and with support in difficult times. And when the worst happens, we support survivors of abuse, neglect, and other traumatic events in childhood, to recover.

We are a church with its sleeves rolled up! At The Salvation Army we are committed to our local community and we try to meet the spiritual and practical needs of the people of Orkney through our varied weekly programme. Interested in exploring faith or volunteering? Just get in touch - we'd love to hear from you.

Quarriers is one of Scotland’s largest social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people’s lives.

Meal Makers is a local neighbourhood food-sharing project. We connect people who love cooking and want to be active in their community (Cooks), with older neighbours (Diners) who would appreciate home cooked food delivered every now and then. Sign up online to volunteer as a Cook and we'll connect you with an older neighbour who would really appreciate some home cooked food and a friendly chat.

Re-engage is a committed to tackling the problem of loneliness, one of the most invisible but debilitating issues in society today. Re-engage provide regular Sunday afternoon tea parties for over 70s. Once a month each older guest is collected from their home by a volunteer driver, and taken to a volunteer host’s home, where they join a small group for tea, cake and companionship

We are Scotland's Health Charity. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for people in Scotland affected by Chest, Heart & Stroke illnesses, through medical research, influencing policy, advice and information, support in the community and raising funds for the cause.

Victim Support Scotland is the leading charity dedicated to helping people affected by crime across Scotland. We support victims of crime, witnesses and their family members, regardless of who they are and their circumstances. Our service is independent, free, non-judgemental and confidential. We offer bespoke support, personalized to the needs of each individual.

Victim Support Scotland offer practical and emotional support to members of the public who are affected by crime, as well as supporting witnesses who attend court.

Home-Start Glasgow South aims to support families in all areas of South Glasgow struggling to cope with the challenges of being a parent and the impact on family life. We want all families, and children, to have access to resources which will make everyday life less stressful and more enjoyable. Most of all, we want to give children the best possible start in life.

Befrienders Highland is a voluntary organisation and charity that provides free one-to-one befriending service for people across the Highlands who live with mental ill health or dementia, or who care for someone living with dementia, and feel lonely and isolated either geographically or socially. Our trained volunteers offer confidential, regular social contact from which genuine friendships develop, improving the lives of our friends right across the Highlands. Befrienders Highland has been providing a valuable service since 1993. We now offer a face-to-face befriending service in Inverness and Nairn, as well as distance befriending service across the Highlands by phone, letter and email.

FetLor Youth Club provides a safe environment for young people ages 7-17 from across north Edinburgh. They can receive support and gain life skills through taking part in a range of activities and opportunities offered at the club.

Waverley Care is Scotland’s HIV and Hepatitis C charity. We are a community of diverse and inspiring people united by the same goal – to make a positive difference in the lives of people affected by HIV or Hepatitis C in Scotland. Our work is focused on prevention, education, testing and support. Throughout Scotland we’re reducing new HIV and Hepatitis C infections, getting people diagnosed and supporting those affected in whatever ways they need. We’re also busy challenging stigma.

Young Scot is the National Youth Information Agency, providing young people aged 12-26 with a mixture of information, ideas and incentives to help them become active, informed and confident citizens. Young Scot aims to provide young people with a mixture of information,ideas and opportunities to: - promote the development and provsion of education and in particular social education and health education for young people. - enable them to make informed decisions and choices about their lives. - turn their ideas into action. - take advantage of the opportunities available to them in scotland and the rest of europe. - enable them to have the knowledge and confidence to become active citizens in their communities.

Our vision is of a society where everyone can participate in their local community through volunteering and social action.

We're RNIB and we're here for everyone affected by sight loss. Our practical and emotional support can help people who are blind, partially sighted or losing their sight, face the future with confidence. We provide emotional support, advice, access to technology and ways to continue reading as well as campaigning and advice on staying in work. We have a wide range of volunteering opportunities within Edinburgh & The Lothians and across Scotland, including: Befriending; Driving; Gardening Support; Social Activities; Art & Crafts; Technology Support; Sighted Guide Companion Walker; Fundraising; IT Learning Support: Children & Young People's Support and Welfare Benefits Rights.

The charity works with disadvantaged young people to provide care and address the often complex physical, emotional or social needs of children who are not living within their own families. We work in partnership with various local authorities and other agencies to provide a residential and foster care service to meet the needs of our individual service users.

Start-Up was set up in 1994 by a group of volunteers as a project of churches in Stirling, to assist homeless people by providing packs of household goods, cleaning items and non-perishable foods, which are donated from faith and other community groups.Start-Up's primary objective is to relieve poverty, suffering and distress by improving theconditions of life for thoses in the Striling area, who have need of starter packs and other goods provided.

We're RNIB and we're here for everyone affected by sight loss. Our practical and emotional support can help people who are blind, partially sighted or losing their sight, face the future with confidence. We provide emotional support, advice, access to technology and ways to continue reading as well as campaigning and advice on staying in work. We have a wide range of volunteering opportunities within Edinburgh & The Lothians and across Scotland, including: Befriending; Driving; Gardening Support; Social Activities; Art & Crafts; Technology Support; Sighted Guide Companion Walker; Fundraising; IT Learning Support: Children & Young People's Support and Welfare Benefits Rights.

Founded in 1911, Macmillan Cancer Relief (formerly Cancer Relief Macmillan Fund) works to improve the quality of life for cancer patients and their families. Each year they help more than 200,000 people throughout the UK. They provide funding for Macmillan nurses, doctors and other posts, provide patient grants, fund building developments or refurbishments and provide an information service.\r\nThey can help by giving benefits advice and showing you how to fill in forms and apply for grants. Find local services on the website.

Stirling Carers Centre offers support to unpaid Carers in the Stirling Council Area, irrespective of the condition of the person they care for. The services offered include: information, support, advice, welfare benefit checks, advice on rights and entitlements, etc. We also have a Young Carers Service that supports young carers through group work and 1:1 personal support.

Voluntary Action East Renfrewshire (SCIO) connects and supports volunteering, social enterprising activity and voluntary groups to make East Renfrewshire a better place to live.

Our aim is to support older people to live independently at home. Our preventative services address the difficulty older people face getting their weekly grocery shopping, doing jobs around the house and the growing isolation that comes with failing health. We also aim to provide a wide range of supported volunteering opportunities for people of all ages and ability and these include shopper, driver, delivery assistant and office assistant.

Positive Help offers practical help to people affected by HIV and/or Hepatitis C in Edinburgh and the Lothians. The four core services are delivered by a team of trained volunteers. The services provided include: Befriending for children and young people; Home Support (cleaning, de-cluttering, painting, DIY, gardening, and other domestic tasks); a free Transport service, which helps people to get to and from medical appointments as well as support groups or local supermarkets; and Study Buddies, a homework mentoring service for children.

Momentum’s services help a wide range of people, including those with a brain injury, spinal injury, mental health difficulty, physical or learning disability, in the areas of employment and training, job retention and community rehabilitation.

Provide a home delivery grocery shopping service for elderly and housebound people. Provide regular weekly contact.

To provide quality specialist guidance and information about educational/training opportunities to physically and/or sensory impaired adults

The mission of Bliss is to ensure babies born sick or premature survive and have the best quality of life. Bliss offers a range of support and information at a critical time in families' lives.

To enable people who require support to enjoy valued lives

To relieve suffering, hardship and distress and to promote the relief of need and to promote education: among persons, who have at any time served with any branch of the naval, military and air forces of the Crown and allied nursing services.

We reach out to those who have served, those still serving, and their families at times of crisis and need by offering vital, practical advice, assistance and funding. We believe that those who serve or have served, whether regular or reserve, are deserving of our support to live life fully without disadvantage after service. No veteran should live without the prospect of employment, good health and a home, and we all have a part to play in achieving this. Poppyscotland is best known for running the iconic Scottish Poppy Appeal, but we work all year round to help those who have served, those still serving and their families receive the care and support they urgently need. The Scottish Poppy Appeal raises over £2 million each year. This, combined with our other year-round fundraising, enables us to provide tailored support and funding to thousands of ex-Servicemen and women as well as other vital services in advice, employment, mobility, respite, housing and mental health support.

Meal Makers is a local neighbourhood food sharing project that connects people who love cooking, and who are happy to share an extra portion of home-cooked food, with an older neighbour who would really appreciate a freshly prepared meal and a friendly chat. By turning an everyday activity into a volunteering opportunity, Meal Makers strengthens connections within communities and provides a flexible way for people to volunteer their time and skills locally.

Clackmannanshire CAB offers drop in and appointment services during opening hours, if you require an appointment then either drop in to the bureau or call 01259 219404 If you need telephone advice call 01259 723880 during opening hours.

Volunteering Matters is the UK’s leading volunteering charity. Our vision is a society where everyone can participate to build strong and inclusive communities. Our mission is to enable people to take an active role in their communities through volunteering and social action. We have been working across Scotland since 1962. In the Forth Valley our current activities include the Retired and Senior Volunteer Programme (RSVP), which engages older people in volunteering projects to benefit their community and peers. We currently have hospital and school volunteers, walking groups and knitting groups. We also run the Help at Hand service in the Forth Valley. We also have our Children's Volunteer Befriending project locally, working with disadvantaged young people between 8 and 18.

Environmental justice - a decent environment for all; no more than a fair share of the earth's resources. The advancement of education, health, civic responsibility and community development. The advancement of environmental protection and improvement.

Meal Makers has been brought to Scotland by the award winning charity Food Train and is proudly sponsored by the Scottish Government and the Tank Foundation. It is a free, local neighbourhood food-sharing project that connects volunteers who have a passion for cooking and want to be active in their communities (Cooks), with older neighbours (Diners) who would appreciate a home cooked meal.

Re-Union Canal Boats is a social enterprise based on and around Edinburgh’s Union Canal. We built and launched our first pilot boat in 2004 which was replaced by our widebeam canal boat in June 2008. Re-Union offer training and support to a wide range of volunteers in crewing (RYA) first aid, hospitality, health and hygiene and a variety of other courses that are identified and driven by the volunteers needs and requests. We engage meaningfully with canalside communities from Edinburgh Quay to Wester Hailes through a variety of projects including canoe building, supporting the development of a canoe club, orchard planting which is now growing into a healthy eating garden project and co-ordinating community consultations and the Edinburgh Canal Festival. Re-Union bring people together to develop their skills, learn from one another and realise their potential whilst maintaining and promoting the canal as a remarkable asset for the community.

registered charity in England and Wales (261017). Updated 2009. No mapping form returned 2010.

We aim to alleviate poverty in Edinburgh by working with frontline referral agencies to provide food to those in need.

Barnardo's believes in children regardless of their circumstances, gender, race, disability or behaviour. Our purpose as a charity today is to transform the lives of the UK's most vulnerable children\n \nWe believe in the abused, the most vulnerable, the forgotten and the neglected. We will support them, stand up for them and bring out the best in each and every child.

•To promote the welfare of people with HIV or Hepatitis C and those affected by the conditions. •To provide care and assistance. •To advance education and understanding of HIV and Hepatitis C and their prevention

To help children and their families to overcome severe disadvantage - problems like abuse, homelessness and poverty and tackle the challenges of disability.

Community Capacity building and information and support for clients within SIP areas. access to local residents to other agencies (e.g. CHAP). Credit Unions, Local Councillors (holds surgery here). Internet Access, set up community conferences, access to money advice / social work / legal - will advice / advocate. Marketing / Promotional services for community / Voluntary groups

To provide emotional support and practical information to victims, witnesses and others affected by crime.

SHIP and Splash is a charity offering youth clubs and holidays playschemes to children with additional support needs. We run three youth clubs per week, on a Monday,Tuesday and Thursday evening, and run for 7 weeks throughout the holidays. Each child is supported on a one-to-one basis by a volunteer who will undertake a range of training. The volunteers are supported by a number of experienced playleaders.

Helping people who have been victims of crime is what Victim Support is all about. We draw on all the resources available in our community to help victims. Victims refer themselves, or are referred by the Police or other agencies. Even if the crime has not been reported to the police we can still help. Trained volunteers visit people at home as soon as possible after referral or if preferred victims can come into the office.

We’re the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and we’re here for everyone affected by sight loss. Whether you’re losing your sight or you’re blind or partially sighted, our practical and emotional support can help you face the future with confidence. We’re here from the moment you’re diagnosed to help you get on with your life. From the day when you need us the most, until the day you’re living your life again.

Develop learning opportunities for disabled adults, support life long learning. Train and support volunteers in the delivery of LEAD services

Reengage (formerly Contact the Elderly) is a national charity and organises monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties for people over 75 who live alone with little or no support from family and friends. One Sunday afternoon a month volunteers use their car to take older members to and from a volunteer host’s home for tea, cake and companionship. Hosts take it in turn to welcome the small group of older people and volunteer drivers into their home for a few hours.

3D Drumchapel We are a charity based in Drumchapel in the West of Glasgow working with children and families providing a range of activities and support.

Quarriers is one of Scotland’s largest social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people’s lives

Our organisation’s objectives are: 1. To improve the wellbeing of communities 2. To improve the health & wellbeing of disadvantaged individuals 3. To grow innovative programmes that drive sustained impact on the needs of communities

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland is the country’s largest charity offering care and support to people with chest, heart and stroke conditions. Our network of stroke nurses, rehabilitation support workers, peer support volunteers and researchers help people across Scotland regain their confidence and rebuild their lives. We want to make sure life living with a chest or heart condition or after a stroke is a life lived to the full.

The objects of the Charity are:- 3.1 the advancement of health through improving the quality of life for people in Scotland, and elsewhere, affected by chest, heart and stroke illness, through medical research, influencing public policy, advice and information, and support in the community. 3.2 to engage in and to undertake all other similar charitable purposes.

Every day we help make positive things happen for people facing extremely difficult circumstances. We provide expert, compassionate and flexible support and link people into the services they need. We deliver a range of services across Glasgow, Edinburgh (Streetwork) and across Central Scotland. We work with people so that they can resolve their homelessness as quickly as possible. We maintain contact with people – in diverse circumstances – so that we can help them address the underlying reasons for their homelessness and get the support they need. By working and learning together we can drive impact and change person to person – to transform everyone’s experience of homelessness in Scotland.

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community. We reach out to those who have served, those still serving, and their families at times of crisis and need by offering vital, practical advice, assistance and funding. We believe that those who serve or have served, whether regular or reserve, are deserving of our support to live life fully without disadvantage after service. No veteran should live without the prospect of employment, good health and a home, and we all have a part to play in achieving this.

Food Train provides a range of services, delivered by volunteers, to older people in Scotland including grocery shopping home deliveries, household support services and befriending services.

At LGBT Health and Wellbeing, we aim to improve the health and wellbeing of all LGBT people living in Scotland through building the strength of individuals and creating community connections. We offer advice and support throughout Scotland, and deliver services in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Fife.

Oxfam is a global movement of people working towards a world without poverty. And we won't rest until we get the job done. We respond fast in emergencies, and stay to help people rebuild their lives. We work on long-term projects with communities determined to shape a better future for themselves. And we campaign for genuine, lasting change.

ProjectScotland creates amazing opportunities for young Scots through its unique partnership between the public, private and voluntary sectors. Since our launch in May 2005, we have changed the lives of over 450 young people in Scotland. Next year, we'll double this amount.

St Andrew’s First Aid is Scotland’s only dedicated first aid charity and our mission is to provide everyone in the country with the highest standards in first aid skills, services and volunteering opportunities.

We strive every day to give people the help they need, and we campaign relentlessly to achieve our vision of a safe, secure, affordable home for everyone.

Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs is a national charity supporting anyone concerned about a loved one’s alcohol or drug use. We were set up by families themselves in 2003, who came together to support each other and campaign for recognition. Every person with an issue around substances has a family and in many cases it is their family who is their main source of support. Despite the vital support that families provide for their loved ones, families often don’t know where to turn for support for themselves and can struggle with emotional and financial pressures. Problems with alcohol and drugs exist across all walks of life but there remains a huge stigma which prevents families from seeking help. We work with these families providing listening and emotional support, signposting and dedicated services such as our one-to-one support over the phone, family support groups or our bereavement service.

Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise (SVE) is Stirling’s Third Sector Interface organisation. We offer support and guidance to local voluntary organisations and represent their interests in Stirling’s Community Planning Partnership. We also work to develop volunteering in the area and offer a Volunteer Information Service to both the public and the sector.

The problem Over 1.4 million older people in the UK suffer from loneliness. Half a million of them say they go five or six days without seeing or speaking to anyone. Our impact We’re the only charity solely committed to tackling this problem by helping older people to re-engage with their communities through regular face-to-face contact, giving them a lifeline of friendship. How we do it At Re-engage, we work within your local community to set up regular social gatherings for small groups of people over 75, on their own, and hoping to find new ways to get out and about that suit them at this time of life.

Shelter Scotland helps over half a million people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. We strive every day to give people the help they need, and we campaign relentlessly to achieve our vision of a safe, secure, affordable home for everyone.

To promote the benefit of the inhabitants of West Dunbartonshire and in particular the advancement of education, the furtherance of health and the relief of poverty, sickness and distress by the promotion of the voluntary sector within the area so that the conditions of life of the aforementioned inhabitants may be improved.

The objects for which the Association is established are to promote the Health, Equality and Independence of Blind & partially sighted people by: 1) Promoting guide dogs for the Blind & partially sighted people. 2) Training & educating Blind & partially sighted people in the use of Guide Dogs. 3) The relief, prevention & cure of vision impairment. 4) Providing such services, facilities and activities for the benefit of Blind & partially sighted people as the Association from time to time deems fit.

We provide care and support for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. Every day of your life matters, from the first to the last. We believe everyone living with a terminal illness should be able to get the most from the time they have left, however hard that may sometimes feel. We'll be here for you and your family when you may feel like no-one else is, to help you cope when you don't know how. Marie Curie Nurses care for you in your home, when you need them most, day or night. Our hospices are at the heart of communities around the UK. And our trained volunteers and advisers are here for you with practical information and support when you don't know what to do next or just need to talk. We'll be by your side with care and support every step of the way, bringing light in the darkest hours.

Meal Makers is a local neighbourhood food sharing project. We connect people who love cooking(cooks) and want to be active in their communities with older neighbours(diners) who would appreciate home cooked food delivered to them every now and then. We aim to tackle social isolation, malnutrition and to strengthen connections within communities and while providing a flexible way for people to volunteer

We are the Parkinson's support and research charity. For over 40 years we have been working to improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson's. Within Scotland there are approximately 10,000 people with Parkinson's; 1 in 500 of the population. Parkinson’s UK provides support, advice and information to people with Parkinson’s, their carers, families and friends and to health and social services professionals involved in management and care. Each year we also spend around £4 million funding research into the cause, cure and prevention of Parkinson’s and improvements in available treatments.

International Voluntary Service promotes peace, justice and understanding between people and nations through voluntary work, at home and abroad. IVS projects bring together volunteers of all ages, backgrounds, ethnicity, faiths and none, and from many different countries and cultures, to live and work together for a short period of time – benefiting local communities around the world. We help support small, local community projects by recruiting, supporting and sending volunteers to provide practical work to support them, on a wide range of tasks, e.g. environmental tasks, supporting people with disabilities, young homeless people, heritage sites, intercultural projects, interfaith projects, community development projects and many more.

To relieve the loneliness and isolation of older people over 70 who live alone with limited support from friends, family or statutory services, through regular monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties, so bringing friendship back into their lives.

Quarriers is a Scottish charity that provides practical support and care to children, adults and families at any stage in their lives. They challenge inequality of opportunity and choice to bring about positive change in people’s lives.

The Guide Dogs story started in 1931 with two amazing British pioneers, Muriel Crooke and Rosamund Bond. These remarkable women organised the training of the first four British guide dogs from a humble lock up garage in Wallasey, Merseyside. We’ve come a very long way since those early days. Today Guide Dogs is the world's largest breeder and trainer of working dogs. And thanks to our dedicated staff and volunteers – and your vital donations – we’ve helped over 29,000 people to achieve life-changing independence. Guide Dogs exists to provide life-changing services to the 360,000 people who are registered blind or partially sighted, and the two million people in the UK living with sight loss. We provide a range of services with and beyond the dog to help thousands of people with different needs lead confident, independent and fulfilling lives.

Contact the Elderly is a national charity dedicated to tackling loneliness and social isolation among older people through face to face contact. Supported by a network of volunteers, the charity organises free monthly Sunday afternoon gatherings for small groups of older people, aged 75 and over who live alone, offering a regular and vital friendship link every month.

The Company’s principal objectives are to relieve suffering, hardship and distress and to: promote the relief of need and to promote education: among persons, who have at any time served with any branch of the naval, military and air forces of the Crown and allied nursing services and who are resident in Scotland or were born in Scotland or were domiciled in Scotland when they joined the forces of the crown; and among the spouses, widows, widowers, children and dependents of any of the aforementioned persons who are resident in Scotland or were domiciled in Scotland at the time of the death of the member of the forces of the Crown or allied nursing services with whom they were connected; by making grants of money, loans, guarantees and generally by any other financial method sand generally by aiding, assisting and promoting the benefit of all such persons in any manner which is charitable.

To provide guide dogs and other rehabilitation services that meets the needs of the blind and partially sighted people. Guide dogs want a world in which all people who are blind and partially sighted enjoy the same rights, opportunities and responsibilities as everyone else.

To inspire and equip all young people to learn and succeed through enterprise.

Contact the Elderly is a national charity and organises monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties for people over 75 who live alone with little or no support from family and friends. One Sunday afternoon a month volunteers use their car to take older members to and from a volunteer host’s home for tea, cake and companionship. Hosts take it in turn to welcome the small group of older people and volunteer drivers into their home for a few hours.

MCHG is an NHS Lothian initiative with a mission to make opportunities for good food and healthy lifestyles available to local communities. •Gardening: growing and eating local food while building community and developing skills. •Walks, workshops, events which encourage healthy eating and promote social inclusion. •Advice and support for improving lifestyle through good food and good health.

STRiVE are the 'Volunteer Centre' for East Lothian. You can find volunteering opportunities through our online database or get in touch to arrange to come along and have a chat with one of the team. Under 25? Try volunteering through the Saltire Awards, specially designed for young people.

Working directly within the community in partnership with statutory health and social care services to provide additional support through volunteering.

We are Scotland’s health charity supporting people and their families across Scotland with chest, heart and stroke conditions. We want to make sure life living with a chest or heart condition or after a stroke is a life lived to the full. We will fight for better health for everyone and work to make sure there is help and support in every community.

To improve and increase knowledge about victims and witnesses through research studies, projects, appropriate publicity and information materials.

CHAS fundraise throughout Scotland to provide services to children with life limiting conditions and their families through Robin and Rachel House Children's Hospices and CHAS at Home. Robin House in Balloch is purpose built home from home tht provides 24 hour care and accommodation for up to 8 families at any one time.

The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people. We transform lives by providing support, information and practical advice for the 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK, as well as their three million family members and carers. Since 1962, autistic people have turned to us at key moments or challenging times in their lives, be it getting a diagnosis, going to school or finding work. We change attitudes by improving public understanding of autism and the difficulties many autistic people face. We also work closely with businesses, local authorities and government to help them provide more autism-friendly spaces, deliver better services and improve laws.

Poppyscotland (The Earl Haig Fund Scotland) was founded in 1921 by Field Marshal Earl Haig, to provide practical help to ex-Service men, women and their dependants living in Scotland. It is best known for organising the Scottish Poppy Appeal, which is held each year in November. Other fundraising activities are also held throughout the year to raise funds. Money raised is spent in the following ways: - providing direct financial assistance to veterans and their dependants; - funding an advice service, including pension claims and appeals; - supporting the employment of veterans with disabilities in Lady Haig's Poppy Factory, Edinburgh; and - providing grants and research to organisations that deliver specialist support to veterans in Scotland.

Local neighbourhood food sharing project

Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd – Mission Statement and Core Values: Our core purpose is to provide The Salvation Army with resources to enhance its mission. We pride ourselves on: Acting with responsibility, Acting with honesty, Demonstrating commitment, Showing respect, Striving for excellence, Acting with compassion.

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. \n\nIts message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in his name without discrimination.\nThe Salvation Army - a growing, loving community of people dynamically living God's mission in a broken world -: \nThe Salvation Army raised up by God for the work of: Transforming Lives Caring for People Making Disciples Reforming Society \nRecognising that God is always at work in the world we value: Human Dignity Justice Hope Compassion Community -

The Community Help & Advice Initiative delivers a range of social welfare and housing support services to the public in West and South Edinburgh. Volunteers are used in a number of capacities within the organisation to add value to the Project Services. Opportunities are available in Advice Services, Befriending Support and Driving/Supporting older people

CHAS is the only charity in Scotland that provides vital hospice services for children and young people with life-shortening conditions. We offer care for the whole family in our two children's hospices, Rachel House in Kinross and Robin House in Balloch. We also run a homecare service called CHAS at Home helping families in their own homes across Scotland when they need it most. We are currently supporting over 300 families, as well as significant number of families who receive bereavement support. Our services are funded mainly through the generousity of our many supporters who help us to raise over £9million needed each year to provide these hospice services.

Cornerstone provides high quality services across Scotland to people who have a disability and other support needs. Our range of services provide care and support to children, young people and adults and are designed to meet and respond to the needs of individuals. Our staff and volunteers are dedicated to providing individuals families and communities with a better future and our person centred approach ensures we keep the people we support at the heart of everything we do.

Quarriers is a Scottish charity providing practical support and care for children, adults and families. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity and choice, to bring about positive change in people's lives. Quarriers operates 127 Projects throughout Scotland and South-West England. They vary greatly, due to the wide variety of needs that we address but include group homes and supported living services for people with physical and learning disabilities, support services and Scotland's only residential assessment service for people with complex forms of epilepsy; a residential and day school and community based projects for children with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties; hostels and support services for young homeless people; family centres; respite and long term care for children with a range of disabilities and other difficulties and support services for carers.

We support families and children in the homeless system and at risk of losing their tenancy

Our overall mission is to potentially save lives by preventing and reducing violence and the fear of violence as well as empowering individuals to manage safer lives. Our objectives are to :- provide practical training and solutions to help people avoid violence and aggression. To raise awareness of the importance of personal safety in the community. To provide a point of contact for people at risk or secure advice.

Sport Aberdeen is a charitable trust committed to providing a rewarding sporting experience for every age and ability. As a non-profit organisation revenue is used to continue improving our facilities and services for our customers. Sport Aberdeen support the delivery of the following local sports objectives from the sport and physical activity strategy 'Fit for the Future': •Increase participation in sport to provide support for athletes and reward excellence •Ensure high-quality, well-managed sport facilities in Aberdeen •Recognise the contribution of sport, culture and arts in promoting the area as a tourist destination •Recognise the role of sport and the arts in tackling anti-social behaviour We also work towards integrating any local, regional and national objectives that are relevant to the provision of sport within the city.

Oxfam works with others to overcome poverty and suffering.

To provide transport for people who do not have access to public transport, or if they cannot use it, for one reason or another.

We will deliver a world class guide dog service as part of a range of mobility services, and work to break down barriers to ensure people who are blind and partially sighted can get out and about on their own terms.

West Lothian RDA provides opportunities for those with a physical disability or learning difficulty to reach therapeutic goals, achieve personal ambitions, combat social isolation, develop life skills, experience the outdoors and connect with animals.

Provide day services for people over 45 years of age with a learning disability.

Improve health & well being older adults

RAMH is a voluntary organisation and a company limited by guarantee. We were established in 1978 and have been an active provider of services since 1990 and currently offers a variety of support to adults with mental Health problems in Renfrewshire, East Renfrewshire and South Ayrshire. These include supported accommodation, counselling and day services

Home-Start's vision is a world where family life reaches its full potential, children have a positive, nurturing start in life, and whole families have hope and aspiration for the future. We aim to support and power vulnerable families with children under 5, helping them to grow in confidence, resilience and wellbeing, and combat social exclusion by encouraging strong relationships within the family and in the wider community.

Develop learning opportunities for diabled adults, support life long learning. Train and support volunteers in the delivery of LEAD services

CHAS is a charity that provides the only hospice services in Scotland for children and young people who have life-shortening conditions for which there is no known cure. CHAS runs two children`s hospices, Rachel House in Kinross and Robin House in Balloch, and a home care service called CHAS at Home.

Poppyscotland’s welfare services have been established on the following principles: We believe in early intervention, stopping a problem becoming a crisis We believe in empowering individuals, giving them the means to regain control of their lives We believe in a holistic approach, not simply problem-solving but identifying and addressing root causes We believe in a local response, national service standards that are tailored to meet local needs, ensuring no one is disadvantaged by virtue of where they live We believe in collaboration, working with others to achieve the best outcome for beneficiaries We believe in an evidence-led approach, where services are developed on the basis of sound, empirical evidence We believe in sustainability, ensuring our services have long-lasting impact

To advance, transmit, spread, propagate:- i. the religion of Krishna Consciousness as revealed in the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam and the doctrines and observances that serve to promote and manifest the said religion; ii. the education in Indian and/or Vedic history, culture, language and social customs; iii. the relief of poverty, distress and sickness by provision of accommodation for young persons in necessitous circumstances between the ages of 18 and 25 years upon terms appropriate to their means; iv. the distribution selling and preparation of prasad or prasadam (vegetarian food offered to, sanctified by and blessed with the mercy of Lord Krishna).

One to one home visits and personal telephone calls which provide social contact and conversation to older people in need. Allows older person to talk to others. Helps to address loneliness and social isolation. Focus on personal and social welfare rather than their personal care. Can stay within person’s home or can go out of house for short walks, if possible. For people aged 65+ (strict criteria) and living in Dumfries & Galloway. Annual Fee £10.00 ( NB £12.00 from 1/8/13). Membership of Food Train also required £1.00pa. Transport costs - usually apply on outings

LINK works with marginalised, isolated 12-18 year olds in East Fife and Levenmouth with mental health issues. We aim to assist the young people to increase their resilience, confidence, social skills and self esteem through the support of a consistent and reliable befriender.

ENABLE Scotland is a dynamic charity run by its members. We campaign for a better life for children and adults who have learning disabilities. We support people who have learning disabilities and their families to live, work and take part in their communities. We provide a growing range of person centred services designed to be flexible and adapt to the needs of the people using these services. We make sure that children and adults with learning disabilities and their carers are at the heart of everything that we do.

West Dunbartonshire Community Foodshare is a Charity supporting people experiencing financial hardship within the local authority. We support people by way of emergency food provision, and also run a School Uniform Bank and Christmas Toy Bank. We have recently commenced Cooking and Growing projects that run alongside our 3 weekly distribution centres in Clydebank, Dumbarton and Alexandria.

Re-engage exist to bring older people together into social groups at a time in their lives when their social circles are diminishing. Last year, nearly 7,000 older guests were part of over 900 groups across the UK, supported by 12,000 volunteers.

The Charity is established as a memorial to the late Marie Curie in lasting tribute to her life’s work, and in particular to her discovery of radium and its contribution in fighting the disease of cancer. The charity exists to serve all those with a terminal diagnosis, from cancer or other causes, their families and carers. The objects for which the charity is established for the public benefit are: 2.1.1 to provide and develop caring services, offering support, care and compassion through palliative care, advice and assistance for the benefit of people suffering from terminal cancer and other terminal illnesses and their families and carers; 2.1.2 to undertake and fund research into any aspect of the care and support of people suffering from terminal cancer and other terminal illnesses and their families and carers; and 2.1.3 to provide information, education and support to patients, their families, carers, those working in medical and other caring fields and the public regarding the care of people suffering from terminal cancer and other terminal illnesses.

R:evolve Recycle is the latest project to be brought to you by LEAP, which has been enhancing the lives of older people in South Lanarkshire since 1992. Servicing Cambuslang, Rutherglen and Hamilton, this innovative intergenerational project aims to cut C02e and waste by offering a range of services and activities which prolong the life of clothes and textiles We offer creative and exciting volunteering opportunities by sharing the skills and life experience of older people within the community, whilst bringing back a ‘make do and mend’ culture.

Barnados care for vulnerable children and young people they provide many services including family support, befriending, mentoring and group work sessions. The Intandem service is specifically a mentoring service for vulnerable children aged 8 -14 years.

The Association was set up to advance the mental, physical and spiritual welfare of young people between the ages of 14 and 25 by promoting the scheme of Awards known as The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. In recent years, whilst maintaining the core function of the Association we have focused our activities on provision of support and experiential learning for targeted groups of young people with Additional Support Needs (ASN).

To run the community wood for benefit of the environment and the wider community.

PSPA is a national charity providing support and information to people living with the degenerative neurological conditions PSP (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy) and CBD (Corticobasal Degeneration), while funding research into treatments and ultimately a cure.

We are Blind Veterans UK and we believe that no one who has served our country should battle blindness alone. That's why we're here to help with lifelong practical and emotional support which we provide to Armed Forces and National Service veterans regardless of when they served or how they lost their sight. We help veterans recover their independence and discover a life beyond sight loss. Our charity has been offering physical and emotional support to vision-impaired veterans since 1915. Blind Veterans UK's work ranges from helping veterans relearn vital life skills and providing them with the tools they need to be independent in their own homes, to offering new learning, training and recreation opportunities and providing long-term nursing, residential and respite care.

We are a social enterprise that aims to support people to reduce their plastic waste by giving advice and selling products to make this easier. We do this on social media and via our online shop.

Whatever happens as we get older, we all want to remain independent and live life on our own terms. That’s why, as well as offering regular friendly contact and a strong campaigning voice, Independent Age can provide you and your family with clear, free and impartial advice on the issues that matter. We also use the knowledge and insight gained from our frontline services to challenge poor care and campaign for a fair deal for older people – a reasonable standard of living, fair access to information and an opportunity to contribute to their communities Volunteering Whatever your talents, you can use them to help improve the lives of older people. We have a number of volunteer roles available to suit you, from regularly visiting or calling older people, to helping to support our new recruits. We'll give you the training necessary and also cover your expenses. Regular calls and visits Regular calls and visits With the help of our committed volunteers, we provide friendship services to relieve loneliness and isolation. These are delivered through phone calls, visits, telephone discussion groups and more, enabling older people to feel more connected to their local community. Information, guides and advice leaflets We provide information for older people, their families and carers through this website and by distributing free printed advice guides and leaflets. Topics include money, support and care, housing options, health, personal life and future planning. Campaigning We want the UK to become the best country in the world in which to grow older. We campaign to ensure people can enjoy a financially secure, healthy, active and connected older age.

AbilityNet exists to improve the lives of people with disabilities and older people, by helping them to use computers and other digital technology to achieve their goals at home, at work and in education. We achieve this through services including our free helpline, on-demand webinars, factsheets and My Computer My Way which is a unique guide to the many ways you can adjust your desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone to make it easier to use. We also have a network of highly skilled IT volunteers who visit people in their homes or assist remotely to fix a variety of IT problems and offer expert advice and information on digital technology.

We run world-class programmes to save children's lives and challenge world leaders to keep to their promises to give children a brighter future. Our network of volunteer led charity shop allows us to raise much needed money and awareness.

PFSS provides a unique service, supporting pet owners who are facing ill health, temporary homelessness or domestic abuse. Our volunteer foster carers give a pet a temporary “home from home”, taking responsibility for their care, feeding and exercise, freeing the owner from worry at a difficult time.

CHAS Trading (Fife) has four small charity shops operating within Fife, that raise vital funds to allow CHAS to offer a full family support service for babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions. CHAS supports families across Scotland. Their shops in Fife are key to raising enough funds to support the service.

Sue Ryder supports people through the most difficult times of their lives. Whether that’s a terminal illness, the loss of a loved one or a neurological condition – we’re there when it matters.

We are a network dedicated to bringing about a 70% reduction in child abuse and neglect by the year 2030 – we are the 70/30 Campaign. 70/30 is not just another campaign - it is part of a highly-developed, long-term, ground-breaking action plan to stop child abuse and neglect from ever beginning. We call this Primary Prevention. The 70/30 Campaign created by the WAVE Trust charity.

We are a Foodbank and drop-in centre. We help out with shopping and provide information.

Common Weal Aberdeen is an Aberdeen based not for profit group. We are loosely associated with the wider Common Weal group covering Scotland but we decide how our local group operates and feed into the national group.

Paul's Parcels aim to provide free food parcels to families in need within our local community.We aim to help those who are living on or below the poverty line.We shall support families through periods of hardship and shall be with them as long as they need us. We shall do so without judgement and always with discretion,compassion and respect.We will not discriminate against anyone in need of our service and will always practice equality.

Proud to stand out from the crowd, Heart Research UK is the charity dedicated to your heart. We inspire and invest in pioneering medical research, ground-breaking training and education in communities to improve their heart health for themselves. Always looking to the future, we give clinicians unique opportunities to gain the latest skills, knowledge and hands-on experience to become the experts of tomorrow. We show youngsters born with heart disease, and those who care for them, that they can live active lives. Our Healthy Heart Grants focus on communities to prevent heart disease in the first place. Since we founded in 1967, we've played a part in many of the major developments that we now take for granted and our work continues. Whether it be funding six of the first eight successful UK heart transplants or introducing unique masterclasses to enable clinicians to learn from world-leading surgeons, our history is one of discovery and progress.

Youth Wellbeing Coaching CIC is a dynamic new resource for young people (16-25) in the Scottish Borders; providing them with a safe space to explore what is important to them, recognise their self worth and encourage their personal development. Youth wellbeing coaches are impartial and trusted adults who offer pro-active solution focused coaching to support and empower young people in decision making and taking actions to help them move forward. We offer dedicated Wellbeing Coaching tailored to meet individual needs, on a 1-2-1 or group basis, based on a combination of the following evidence-based approaches: I•ROC wellbeing Cognitive Behavioural Approaches Animal Assisted Personal Development COSCA Counselling Skills Approaches Neuro-Linguistic Programming Motivational Interviewing Our Vision To empower young people across the Scottish Borders and beyond to become unstuck. Our Values Integrity Honest and reliable; supported by a strong evidence base, committed to providing a high quality service. Empowerment Belief in the capability of young people to develop and succeed. Enabling young people to develop skills, strategies, tools and resources to improve wellbeing for themselves and others. Collaboration Working alongside young people; promoting their ideas in the creation of current and future service delivery, workshops and toolkits. A holistic approach to multi agency working. Although a fairly new form of support, coaching is a well-recognised and practical model to support people to make tangible changes in their lives. Positive, practical and interactive; the solution focused approach of coaching can help young people to develop tools and awareness to help them maintain good mental health, capitalise on their strengths and stay in charge of their wellbeing. These practical tools address and help break down a range of issues young people face, from lack of confidence, to bullying, peer pressure, friendship dramas or exam stresses. By creating an environment of safety, trust, empathy and active listening we will help young people with specific issues of concern to feel confident and supported to begin to explore and address their problems.

Serendipity sbrc is an asset based community development agency that support community members to take action about issues in their community from a health perspective. We support members to engage with key services and to attend recovery cafes.

The Samaritans of Lanarkshire aim to assist individuals who are in distress, despairing and/or suicidal by providing a listening ear, giving advice and giving the individual a chance to express how their feeling and get their worries and problems off their chest.

To see the waterways conserved and enhanced, to ensure they are valued, supported and enjoyed by all sections of the community, and to realise their social, economic, educational and environmental benefits for people and wildlife. Enriching people's lives through waterways.

A local group of the Rambler's Association promoting rambling, protecting rights of way, campaigning for access to open country and defending the beauty of the countryside in Scotland, England and Wales.

For everyone with cancer and other illnesses to have the highest quality care and support they need at the end of their life in the place of their choice.

Rock Community Church is based in Dumbarton and has been established for 27 years. As part of it's desire to bless the community in Dumbarton it has recently taken on The Phoenix, a community hub serving Dumbarton West. After being closed for a number of years the church has worked hard to restore the building and are now looking for people to volunteer within it. The Phoenix will provide many services to the local community such as community cafe, parents and toddler groups, youth clubs, community lunches and more. It is not essential that you are a Christian, all we ask is that you are sympathetic to the church and the work it does in the community.

To prevent cruelty to animals and to encourage kindness and humanity in their treatment.

Full Option charity is an incorporated organisation which tackles social isolation; Campaigns for and Promote human rights, religious and racial harmony; works toward the relief of poverty; promotes the advancements of health and education for all.

We are a community school and would like to provide our young people with the best opportunities for learning both in and out of school. With this in mind we would require volunteers to help assist us with trips out of the school to expand the experiences of the young people in school. As well as this, we are continually under pressure to raise the attainment of our young people in school but with increasingly fewer human resource sin which to do this. Volunteers who would be able to come in and work with children either on a 1-1 or a small group basis would be invaluable.

Sported: helping community groups survive, to help young people thrive. Sported supports almost 3000 amazing community groups that use the power of sport to transform the lives of disadvantaged young people.

The main aim of our organisation is to reduce social inequities and improve the well being of people in Scotland and Zambia.

Our Mission is to provide free of charge, life-changing camp experiences to children with serious health challenges and their families. Our Vision is to grow our organisation and services so that we can cater for every qualifying child and family member wishing to attend our Camps. Over The Wall provides free of charge residential activity camps for children and teenagers living with serious health challenges. We offer them and their families a week of experiences that are memorable, fun, empowering, physically safe and medically sound and we need a superb group of volunteers to make the magic happen.

To ensure the centre is accessible to all members of the community in Dumbarton. To help and assist new and existing voluntary groups. To provide support, social inclusion and advocacy to our members and facilitate services to the wider community.

To provide therapeutic, remedial, social and social exercise for the physically disabled.

We are a voluntary organisation providing a range of counselling, support and community rehabilitation services for people affected by substance misuse to help reduce the harm caused by substance misuse and to help people on the road to recovery. We offer services to anyone who is Living in Forth Valley Is aged 16 years or over Has an alcohol and/or drug related problem or is affected by someone else's drinking or drug use Wants to change his or her alcohol and/or drug misuse We also offer counselling services for anyone who is affected by gambling

We support young lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people aged 13-25. We are looking for youth workers to help at our groups, which provide structured workshops for young people and an opportunity for them to bond with peers with similar experiences. The role would involve getting to know our young people and being a positive role model for them.

Healthy Valleys is a community led health improvement organisation located in rural South Lanarkshire which aims to promote health and well being opportunities in order to reduce health inequalities.

RVS Shop Hairmyres is run by paid management and staffed by volunteers aged between 15-80 yrs old. Our aim is to provide a retail shop within the hospital and operate a news trolley and general supply trolley around the wards. The profits we make go to the Central RVS Fund, which enables us to run Meals on Wheels, Library services, meal clubs for the elderly, emergency services and many more....

Abbeyfield Perth is an Independent Society within the Abbeyfield Charitable Organisation whose mission is to enhance the quality of life for older people and make their lives easier and more fulfilling. Viewlands House is set in a quiet residential area on the west side of the City of Perth in Scotland. The older part of the house is a 'B' listed building and the Society has been careful to retain as much of the original building as possible in order to provide a welcoming and homely atmosphere. Viewlands House is registered as a Care Home by the Care Inspectorate. In its 32 en-suite rooms it focuses on providing Residential Care. There is, however, full provision for nursing care should this become necessary. Also situated in the grounds are six bungalows, known as Viewlands Court. They are separate from the Care Home, and provide comfortable housing for couples or individuals who wish to continue to live independently in a community environment.

A Vale of Leven based group for members to learn and practice the skills of various painting techniques.

To provide opportunities for adults to participate in music making activities.

Station House Media Unit (shmu), supported by Aberdeen City Council as one of the core cultural organisations in the city, is at the forefront of Community Media development in Scotland, supporting residents in the seven regeneration areas of Aberdeen in radio and video production, traditional and on-line publications, music production and digital inclusion. The organisation also supports other disadvantaged communities, both geographic and communities of interest, with an employability and training arm, and a recently developed a programme for offenders, both pre and post release. Successful initiatives have made the organisation a nationally recognised centre of excellence and created models of good practice in: youth work; regeneration; digital inclusion; adult and family literacy and numeracy; community capacity building; personal and community development; employability skills; criminal justice, and the curriculum for excellence.

Changing Faces supports people who have any condition or injury that affects their appearance, anywhere in the UK. We are committed to promoting a culture of confidence, positivity and acceptance around disfigurement by campaigning for equal opportunities, and challenging misrepresentation and discrimination.

Overtonlea is a modern, purpose built residential home for adults with complex support needs in the South Mainland of Shetland. We offer residential support on a long term basis as well as respite support. We provide person centred support to individuals who reside at Overtonlea.

'Minding you while you mind them' Shetland Bereavement Support Service works with local and national service providers, funders and the local community to provide awareness and good practice in bereavement care in Shetland by providing information, training and education. Through our specially trained volunteers we seek to offer accessible and sustainable support to any individual in Shetland who is experiencing a bereavement with the aim that no on in Shetland finds themselves alone and struggling with their grief.

The Well Informed Information Service provides a relaxed and informal facility for people enquiring about local mental health and wellbeing in the North Lanarkshire area.

Our aim is to bring a one stop shop to the village, to help bring back a sense of community for the local people.

Achievement through learning for adults, young people and building community capacity. LLL is a way of working with and supporting communities and individuals. It aims to increase the skills, confidence, networks and resources needed for learning, life and work and improving local communities, they need to tackle problems and grasp opportunities through community action and community based learning.

To recruit, train and match adult volunteers with vulnerable young people (aged 8 -18 years) as a means of making a positive difference in the young person's life.

Development of the well-being of the local community

To raise money by selling donated goods in Hawick in order that the proceeds can be used to research heart disease by the BHF.

To promote the welfare of muslim women and counter any disadvantage they may face. To enable muslim women to fully participate in society without having to compromise basic Islamic values and to ensure that they are able to access appropriate services and facilities. To provide services that promote and encourage the development of muslim women in a culturally and religiously sensitive manner.

Provide communication and social support to people living with stroke.

The advancement of education,The advancement of health For all families affected by HIV in Scotland

At Carman Care we provide housing support to both Renton and the wider community. The housing support is to help to enable someone to manage on a day-to-day basis while they are living in their own home.

Rubislaw Park is a private, luxury care home in Aberdeen, surrounded by beautiful mature gardens and set against a backdrop of woodlands. We provide exemplary standards of Residential Care, Respite Care, Dementia Care and Whole-life Nursing Care, taking an individual-centred approach to care. We believe that developing an atmosphere of individual care and attention our service users will contribute to their well-being and comfort enabling them to enjoy life to their fullest potential.

The aim of the Old Gala Club is to educate the local community on the history and heritage of Galashiels. The Club collects, records and preserves photographs and artefacts relating to the ton for future generations.

North Edinburgh Arts is the focus for creativity in Greater Pilton. Through partnership working and ongoing local and city consultation the award winning Centre, opened in 2002, acts as the cultural centre of the community, providing a safe, enjoyable and creative environment for people of all ages to relax and develop within.

The Hospice provides care for patients with a life limiting illness and support for those close to them. This is carried out through a range of services including in patient ward, day services, out patients and family support.

The Alternatives to Violence Project Britain helps people to handle conflict and violence. It is a national charity with over 100 trained volunteer facilators delivering intensive, low cost workshops for people from all walks of life who want to handle conflict and violence well. AVP Scotland is one of 6 regions of AVP Britain.

tackling social isolation, offering training in arts and crafts and opportunity to showcase work created by the people involved

To establish a pilgrimage route through Orkney.

TCV works with thousands of volunteers across the UK, helping them to discover, improve and enjoy their local green spaces and by doing so create happier and healthier communities.

To provide assistance to victims of armed conflicts. To work for the improvement of health for the prevention of disease and for the prevention and alleviation of human suffering in the British Islands and throughout the world.

Walk the walk is the U.K's largest grant-making breast cancer charity and organisers of the famous Moon Walk overnight power walking challenges. We're in our 22nd year and immensely proud to have raised over "30m, which has been granted to research into breast cancer and to improve the lives of people in Scotland living with cancer now.

Special Olympics GB is the largest registered charity providing year round sports training and competition opportunities for people with intellectual (learning) disabilities in Great Britain. The 40th anniversary games are being hosted by Special Olympics Scotland in Stirling, between 9-13th August 2018. The Games will welcome c.1,200 athletes, 400 coaches & officials, 500 volunteers and attract c. 5,000 family members and spectators to the event from across the UK and Europe. A primary focus of the Games is Play Unified to promote lasting relationships between disabled and non-disabled people through joint participation on and off the field of play. The Event’s international audience will help to showcase Scotland as a vibrant, leading, positive and inclusive country. We will target Young People, using a “Be bold, be kind, be awesome!” campaign. This helps challenge young people’s perceptions and attitudes towards young people with intellectual (learning) disabilities, creating a more unified next generation. All sports are divisioned to cater for all ability levels, including exclusive lower ability competition in Swimming, Athletics and Multi Activity Training Programme (MATP), enabling very low ability and multi disability athletes to enjoy competing at a high-profile national games. Athletes will attend from across the GB and European countries.

Make-A-Wish UK grants life-changing wishes to children with critical illnesses. A wish gives a desperately ill child and their family time away from the daily struggles of living with a serious condition. Since 1986, Make-A-Wish has turned the wishes of more than 12,000 seriously ill children into realities – creating memories to treasure forever, whatever the future may hold.

We are a group of cat loving volunteers doing our best to raise funds as a small, local, independent charity: we believe every cat deserves a safe and loving home and our aim is to try to make that happen in the Clackmannanshire area.

Kingdom Community Bank is a member-owned credit union based in Fife. We work to offer inclusive financial services throughout the region providing savings and affordable loan facilities in 2 full-time offices and 13 community Access Points. Our community Access Points offer easy local accessibility and are staffed entirely by local volunteers. Anyone residing in or working in Fife can join.

"The advancement of citizenship or community development","The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage","Any other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes" The charitable purposes of the SCIO ("the Charitable Purposes") are: To encourage active citizenship by linking volunteers with community projects in need of support. To advance community development by engaging with individuals and groups in the community to identify their needs and increase social inclusion. The relief of those in need, in particular vulnerable persons suffering from mental or physical disability, illness or impairment or old age. The relief of unemployment by providing support and training to improve life skills and increase employability.

City Hearts Aberdeen is a Scottish Charity heavily supported by City Hearts (uk) as an international charity committed to the restoration of the lives of vulnerable and exploited men, women and children through safe houses and holistic support programmes to create independence and lasting change.

Blind Veterans UK offer lifelong support to Armed Forces and National Service veterans - no matter what the cause of their sight loss, and regardless of how long they served. We help blind and vision impaired ex-Service personnel regain their independence and discover life after sight loss.

Bon Accord Heritage is the registered charity / SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) set up to renovate and reopen the much-loved Art Deco Bon Accord Baths in Aberdeen city centre.

RAFA, The Royal Air Forces Association (or RAF Association), is a membership organisation and registered charity that provides welfare support to the RAF Family. We give real help to real people – this the core of the welfare work that the RAF Association so successfully delivers and is making a real difference to the lives of those in the RAF family who find themselves in times of need. The support we provide relies heavily on the fantastic work carried out by our volunteers and there are many different ways they can help including welfare support and fundraising.

Raise funds for the flexicare groups to support and develop social and leisure pursuits for people with learning difficulties

Lead Scotland - Specialists in Linking Education and Disability, is a voluntary organisation set up to empower disabled young people and adults and carers across Scotland to access learning opportunities

Sported supports over 3,000 amazing community groups that use the power of sport to transform the lives of disadvantaged young people.

Feeling Strong is a service delivery and campaigning organisation with the mission to improve the lives of young people living with mental health issues in Dundee by fostering the skills, confidence and aspirations they need to flourish. We work closely with the community to provide opportunities for our service users in the following areas; lobbying, skills development and awareness.

Sported is a leading ‘Sport for Change’ charity, helping to transform the lives of disadvantaged young people across the UK. We pair volunteers with skills from the business sector (strategy planning, fundraising, PR & Marketing, finance, governance and evaluation & impact) with our member community clubs to support them in becoming more effective and sustainable.

Our vision is a world where cats are treated with kindness and understanding. It can be achieved as cats are among the UK’s most popular companion pets. Objectives: Homing - Finding good homes for cats. Neutering - Supporting and encouraging neutering. Information - Improving people’s understanding of cats.

West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership aims to improve the health and well-being of West Dunbartonshire residents. We are responsible for the planning and the delivery of high quality health and social care services to and with the communities of West Dunbartonshire. Our core values are protection; improvement; efficiency; transparency; fairness; collaboration; respect; and compassion.

Who Cares? Scotland is a national voluntary organisation, working with care experienced young people and care leavers across Scotland. Who Cares? Scotland supports care experienced people to have their voice heard and we make that happen in a number of ways.

To develop a 21st century community, consulted at every step of the way. Through effective partnership working, we wish to build a community where people choose to live, work and visit. With new homes, education and health facilities, within an economically sustainable environment, The promotion for the public benefit of urban regeneration in areas of social and economic deprivation (in particular within (i) the area of Raploch, Stirlingshire and (ii) any such area out with the Area but within the administrative area of the Council)

Plus supports disabled children and young people (0-35yrs) to have access to play, leisure and sports activities. This also provides parents and cares with regular short breaks.

ACE Cornton is a community based adult learning centre located in the heart of the heart of the multiply deprived area of Cornton in Stirling. Our services are targeted at adults 16+ living in Cornton and other deprived areas of Stirling as well as serving people from disadvantaged groups. These include people on low incomes, unemployed, people with disabilities and those who experience mental and physical ill health. We provide a wide range of learning opportunities in a friendly, informal and supportive environment. We aim to remove the barriers individuals face, enabling them to gain in confidence, take part in classes/activities and with encouragement and support make positive changes to their lives.

We support people throughout the Stirling Council Area who have early-moderate stage dementia to stay connected to their communities by offering a variety of support services. We run Day Clubs, Friendship groups and a Befriending service. We rely on kind hearted volunteers to help our small staff base to run the service. We have a variety of volunteering opportunities which are both enjoyable and rewarding.

RVS exists to help people maintain their independence and dignity, in their homes and communities. We do this through providing a number of services such as hospital and community services.

Leonard Cheshire is the UK's leading voluntary sector provider of care and support services to disabled people. Currently supporting 21,000 disabled people across over 150 homes and services in the UK. Also operating internationally in over 50 countries throughout the world

.1. To manage and supervise the Community Gardens, Orchard and Open spaces for the benefit of the local community in accordance with the Association's Rules. 2. To represent and promote the interests of plot holders, cultivators and friends of the Association. 3. To promote the opportunity for physical activity and mental health and wellbeing. 4. To provide the opportunity for people who may otherwise be socially isolated to interact and enjoy the therapeutic aspects of communal gardening. 5. To encourage healthy living through the local production of vegetables, fruit and flowers and help adults and young people to share and learn about gardening using environmentally friendly methods. 6. To protect and manage biodiversity and environmental sustainability. 7. To encourage social enterprise through fundraising for the benefit of the association, solely. 8. To work in partnership with a variety of agencies and organisations to achieve constitutional objectives.

Pushing Out the Boat is North-East Scotland's Magazine of New Writing. A successful, expanding publication, produced annually, featuring short stories, poems and visual arts that look to the wider world, drawing contributions locally, and from both within and beyond our Scottish borders. The magazine is sold in outlets throughout the city and shire, also online, and is run entirely by volunteers. You can read more about us and see samples of recent editions on our website www.pushingouttheboat.co.uk.

To provide an outlet for carers of the elderly and to give elderly people the chance to participate in outings, shopping trips provided by CACE befrienders.

To provide continuous care and support for vulnerable and high risk young people to assist them through their early teenage years through to their adult years.

FVDS aim to provide support through sport for individuals, both children and adults, with physical, sensory and learning disabilities within the Forth Valley area.

Home Strat offers support, friendship and practical help to parents with young children in Clackmannanshire. (a)To safe guard, protect and preserve the good health both mental and physical of children and parents of children. (b) to prevent cruelty or maltreatment of children. (c) to relieve sickness, poverty and need amongst children and parents of children. (d) to promote the education of the public in better standards of child care within the area of Clckmannanshire.

Providing informationand support to carers and former carers through; one to one support, group support, training, befriending, social activites, support for young carers, oppertunities to have their say in service devolopments. The organisation seeks to ensure that carers of all ages are recognised and valued, receive information and support they need to allow them to care with confidence and in good health, and are empowered to have a life of their own outside caring. We aim to achieve this by: Identifying carers. Encouraging mental support. To raise awarness. To give information. To promote. To encourage carers. To Liaise and work collaboratively with other organisations & professionals.

It is essential for faith communities in today's society to be able to explain themselves not only in terms of their faith but also in their actions. Social outreach is one way of demonstrating to our community, our commitment to making our society a better and more wholesome place for people to live in.

It aims to: Present the collection in an attractive and accessible way, Widen knowledge and enjoyment of this heritage, Engage, educate and entertain a wide audience of local, national and international visitors, Serve as a pilot for a more ambitious redisplay as part of a larger initiative to create a dynamic cultural and spiritual centre in Govan.

The aim of East Lothian's Ageing Well project is to improve and maintain the health and well being of older people by encouraging and supporting people to be more active - particularly those who take little or no physical activity. The project, funded by NHS Lothian and East Lothian Council, has been running since 2002.

To advance citizenship through social welfare and community development. We particularly seek to improve personal and growth opportunities for people of all ages, particularly those who are vulnerable or disadvantaged. Our aim is to improve quality of life and help people feel that they matter. Whenever possible our projects are volunteers led

Every day Royal Voluntary Service helps thousands of older people to live the life they want. We provide practical services in homes, in hospitals and in communities all across England, Scotland and Wales so people can be independent and active. Royal Voluntary Service is one of the largest voluntary organisations and much of our work is supporting older people. We provide practical solutions to the everyday problems of loneliness and isolation. Volunteers are vital to the work of Royal Voluntary Service. Without them Royal Voluntary Service simply wouldn't exist. Our volunteers come from all walks of life, men or women, young or older and we've got something for everyone, including specialist roles such as this. Anyone who volunteers for Royal Voluntary Service knows that they are joining a charity which people trust - our style is practical, positive, personal and professional. Royal Voluntary Service is committed to being an Investing in Volunteers organisation.

LGBT Youth Scotland supports young people between 13 and 25 in the Scottish Borders. To provide advice and support anywhere in the Borders. Safe online space to chat to other young people. Provide events and activities. Enable young people to have their voices heard.

To help people maintain dignity in home in later life. RVS services at Borders General Hospital to inject residual profit into our local hospital for benefit of patients, visitors and staff.

The aim of the BHF is to play a leading role in the fight against heart disease. The BHF aims to do this through research, education and care, funding medical research, providing support and information and also providing life saving equipment for hospitals and funding BHF nurses.

We operate a charity shop to raise funds which are used to improve the quality of life for older people in our local area and to help fight issues nationally to improve conditions and awareness for the elderly, by lobbying parliament to create new legislation. We aim to stop age discrimination and promote a voice to raise discussion of the needs of those in later life.

The charity shop promotes volunteering, serves the public and provides support and advice to voluntary organisations.

Play Therapy Base is a registered charity with a team of 10 qualified and experienced Play Therapists, 2 Creative Arts Therapists (qualified Art Therapists), 4 Student Play Therapists, 1 Financial Administrator and 1 Administrator. The aim of the service is to provide children aged 3 to 14 years with a child-centred therapeutic resource close to their local communities in Midlothian, East Lothian and Edinburgh. We have two purpose-built playrooms in our office based in Eskbank, Midlothian. However, Play Therapy will be provided where it best suits the child. Play Therapy Base offers: Individual Play Therapy, Filial Therapy, Group Play Therapy,consultation support for parents, carers & professionals, clinical supervision and training. Play Therapy Base works in partnership with parents / carers and referrers to provide a dedicated therapeutic service which meets each individual child’s needs.

An issue based advocacy service providing help to people who have mental ill health

Through our staff and volunteers, working here in the UK and in communities internationally, our mission is to be the leading voluntary provider of emergency help to people in most need, anywhere in the world.

To generate income from retail environment to help in the research of cancer.

We are a volunteer-led humanitarian organisation that helps people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are.

Aberdeen City Voice is a panel of Aberdeen City residents. We contact them on a regular basis to ask for their views on a wide range of issues that affect the community. At the moment around 1000 residents are on the City Voice Panel and we send them 3 questionnaires a year. The City Voice is supported by Aberdeen’s Community Planning Partnership so it covers a wide range of topics.

To provide social and recreational facilities by means of a community hub for the parish of Glencorse and beyond.

Friends of Bianca is an Aberdeen based charity founded in 2011 and run by Trustees and volunteers to provide desperately needed support for a shelter for severely abused and neglected dogs and cats in Portugal. Bianca Associacao is a Portuguese charity, run solely by volunteers, which annually rescues, cares for and re-homes, all over Europe, 600 abandoned dogs and cats, many arriving in terrible condition. Portugal does not have national animal welfare organisations such as the RSPCA, PDSA, Dogs Trust, Cat Protection League etc and without charities like Bianca, many of these poor creatures would simply starve or suffer a painful death from treatable injuries or diseases. Because Bianca is run exclusively by unpaid volunteers, 100% of all monies donated goes directly to helping the animals.

To support partnership in community rehabilitation and create a community led skills environment. To develop positive motivation and improve self esteem. To provide a safe, secure learning environment. To develop outreach potential in Lochaber. To encourage recycling in Lochaber.

The aims of the group shall be to relieve the suffering and distress and to improve the conditions of life of women, children and young people who are or have been the victims of Domestic Abuse,

Reduce social isolation Improve the emotional and socail well-being of older adults in community Offer a chance to develop a trusting relationship enhance quality of life assist those who are currently socially excluded to take a more active part in their community Help encourage and maintain a sense of community Offering an opportunity to engage volunteers

An outstanding centre for art and ideas, the public art gallery of The University of Edinburgh, Talbot Rice Gallery presents original and relevant exhibitions within a unique historical context. The exhibitions exemplify creativity and ambition, seen through a distinctive programme of Scottish and International artists, with informed interpretation and lively educational events.

Action on Hearing Loss (formerly RNID) represents the 945,000 people across Scotland who are deaf or have hearing loss. We work in communities around Scotland to support people with hearing loss including hearing-aid care and specialist employment support. We also campaign for equal access to employment, health, entertainment and to improve standards in audiology care.

Our local shops raise vital funds to help fight heart disease by selling a range of quality new and donated items. We sell new and donated clothes, shoes, accessories, CD's books and DVD's.

Garioch Community Kitchen exists to enhance the health and well-being of all sectors of the community in Central Aberdeenshire. We aim to provide a range of services including informative food workshops in a safe and supported environment, delivering practical and nutritional information and teaching transferable food skills. To work in partnership with other agencies and groups to promote healthy cooking and eating choices.

Promote opportunities for learning and education Encourage community-led development Help and encourage local people to develop new skills Promote protection and enhancement of the local environment Promote energy efficiency in the home Promote the use of renewable technology for generating electricity and heat

We refurbish second hand mobility equipment to a high standard and sell at a value for money price whilst offering workplace experience and training that meets the specific needs of the individual. We are a non-profit making Social Enterprise with a vision to bring environmental, social and economic benefit to the Greater Glasgow area.

Scotland's Gardens Scheme raises money for charity by encouraging, promoting and supporting private gardens to open for charity.

Foodbanks in Aberdeen provide emergency food and vital support to local people experiencing crisis in Aberdeen City. Every day people go hungry for reasons ranging from redundancy, poverty to receiving an unexpected bill on a low income. The Food Banks Partnership Aberdeen coordinates food banks in the city while guiding users towards services that can help prevent people becoming reliant on these resources. Partners include, Community Food Initiatives North East (CFINE), Instant Neighbour Trust and Aberdeen Cyrenians. As well as providing emergency food, all partners are committed to promoting employment, signposting to money advice, debt management and household budgeting services, and other sources of support to develop resilience and help people to move on and out of poverty.

To offer a hollistic approach to promote physical, emotional and practical wellbeing. To offer practical advice, support and training and liase with other support organisations to assist the individual to overcome any physical, emotional and spiritual barriers thus improving the quality of life for them and their families. To network and partner with other organisations in order to offer a wider variety of resources for individuals and their families.

The four main service delivery areas are now: Halls and Music Development; Fine and Applied Art; Museum Services; and Learning and Engagement. Cultural Services provide the operation, management,development and promotion of arts, heritage, cultural and science services throughout the city through access to high quality educational resources, promoting inclusion in delivering outreach activities.

“Let's get on with it together” is a partnership of voluntary organisations, NHS, Local Authority and UHI who collectively want to support people with a long term health condition to self-manage. Our partners are Chest Heart & Stroke, Arthritis Care, Lead Scotland, MS Society, Highland Third Sector Interface, UHI, NHS Highland, Highland Council, Living it Up, Able Care, Connecting Carers and an individual living with a long term condition.

We are a value based organisation focused on delivering issue based advocacy that is independent, confidential and accessible to all who experience vulnerability. We support and promote the development of high standards and principles in independent advocacy at a local and a national level, in partnership with, and independently of, other organisations. We defend the rights of those in most need to services and to inclusion in the planning of those services, and we work towards empowering them to take part, and also influence service providers to listen to those that use their services.

Friends of Chitambo is a small, active charity which provides support to remote, rural Chitambo Hospital and Nurse Training School in central Zambia: www.friendsofchitambo.org.uk Chitambo has very special links with Scotland as it is where Scottish explorer, David Livingstone died. Our activities include provision of medical equipment and supplies; ambulance maintenance; emergency radios and resources (books, computers, smartphones etc.); lifewraps (first aid garments to prevent blood loss in childbirth); nurse training scholarships for vulnerable students; nurse training manikins; nursing textbooks etc. We are working with the Chitambo community to strengthen their emergency their emergency care communications system.

NESAP- North East Scotland Athletics Partnership aims to bring together the athletics community in Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire to develop the sport and provide quality opportunities for clubs and athletes to develop and reach their full potential. This relates to Athletics Coaching, Athletics Officiating, Administrative assistance and event support.

The Community Alliance Trust is a community-led organisation which exist to benefit the community of the Greater Craigmillar area of Edinburgh fallowing the principles of sustainable development. It does this by: Developing community assets and new social enterprise initiatives in the local community, Taking their lead from the community in planning and implementing their projects.

Providing opportunities for children and young people to meet together in their communities and engage in a range of fun and developmental activities. Empowering children and young people by involving them in decision making at all levels and giving responsibility appropriate to their age and aptitude. Enabling children and young people to engage with the needs of others to encourage them to participate in activities and projects in which they can make a difference.

The RSPB is the UK charity working to secure a healthy environment for birds and other wildlife, helping to create a better world for us all. The RSPB exists to conserve wild birds and the environment. We have more than one million members, over 13,000 volunteers, 1,300 staff, 200 nature reserves,9 regional offices, 4 country offices...and one vision - to work for a better environment rich in birds and wildlife.

The aim of the British Heart Foundation (BHF) is to play a leading role in the fight against heart disease. The BHF aims to do this through research, education and care, funding medical research, providing support and information, also providing life saving equipment for hospitals and funding BHF nurses.

Every year we help 400,000 Young People in the UK enjoy new adventures; to experience the outdoors, interact with others, gain confidence and have the opportunity to reach their full potential. And it’s not just Young People who can get in on the action. Working alongside our youth members are thousands of adult volunteers, with a huge variety of roles and opportunities available. To find out more visit www.scouts-scotland.org.uk

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Open 7 days a week April - September, the Orkney Fossil & Heritage Centre has something for everyone! The heritage galleries explore wartime life in Orkney, how the Churchill Barriers were built and feature collections gathered by local people. The geology displays explain how the landscape formed and include 380 million year old fossils from Orkney and around the world. Take a Google Tour on our website! The Heritage Tearoom serves soup and sandwich lunches, delicious cakes, and hot specials at weekends. The Gift Shop includes specialist books, Orkney music CDs, a great selection of locally made crafts and much more.

We’re the MS Society – a community of people living with MS, scientists, campaigners, listeners, organisers, ambassadors and fundraisers. 68% of all our activity is delivered through voluntary contribution. Join us. 13,000 people affected by MS accessed information, support and services delivered by volunteers through our network of local groups in 2015. Our local networks organiser roles are vital to ensuring this support is available to MS communities throughout the UK.

The Moray Community Health and Social Care Partnership is the organisation which brings together Dr Gray's Hospital, community care services at the Moray Council, public health services, primary care, mental health, learning disability, health improvement and community health services.

It is our aim to reach our local community with the love of god in a practical and personal way in their every day life's by: being a community needs led service, creating opportunities for lonely and isolated people to become very much part of their community, reduce social isolation and to support carers with their caring role, reducing stress and offering them some me time.

Sported is a leading Sport for Change charity, helping to transform the lives of disadvantaged young people across the UK. We’re a membership organisation, working with over 3000 amazing community groups and organisations that are using the power of sport to tackle the root causes of some of society’s biggest problems, and giving disadvantaged young people the opportunities to succeed in life. We support the inspirational local heroes and heroines that run these clubs by providing free business and financial support so that they have the skills, knowledge and resources to continue their amazing work. We have a network of volunteer business mentors who work with our members on a one-to-one basis, providing expert consultancy on a range of business issues.

Bumblebees are familiar and much-loved insects that pollinate our crops and wildflowers. We have a vision for a future in which our communities and countryside are rich in bumblebees and colourful flowers, supporting a diversity of wildlife and habitats for everyone to enjoy. A growing number of committed supporters are helping make a big difference. We have over 7,000 members and are growing fast.

The Cab Service is independent and provides free, confidential and impartial advice to everybody regardless of race, sex, disability, sexuality or nationality. It is the largest advice-giving network in the UK, with over 3,000 outlets and 20,000 volunteers. We help people deal with nearly 6 million problems every year, in bureaux, by phone and email, at outreach sessions in places like GP surgeries and courts – even in people’s homes.

PSYV is a group of 48 youth volunteers between the age of 13 and 18. We meet every week to discuss different topics. Topics range from being Police related, charities, outside speakers, games, activities, outings and events. We also volunteer at weekends at local and national events. We also have various adult volunteers to assist running sessions and events.

To provide the public with second hand electrical and furniture goods at reasonable prices.

The NSPCC Schools Service is protecting a generation of children against abuse -one primary school at a time, and we want you to play your part. As a Childline Schools Service volunteer, you'll visit local schools giving assemblies and classroom workshops to 9-11 year olds. You'll help them to understand abuse, and give them the confidence and courage to speak out and seek help if they ever need it.

Sported is a leading 'Sport For Change' charity, supporting over 3,000 amazing community sports clubs and groups that are using the power of sport to transform the lives of disadvantaged young people. We support clubs by providing free business support so that they have the skills and resources to continue their work. We also have a network of volunteer mentors who work with our members providing expert consultancy on a range of business issues.

To support individuals and communities to engage with nature and deliver volunteer led solutions to help improve the environment. A community growing garden providing volunteers with space to learn about organic growing, healthy eating, recycling and sustainability while sharing skills and socialising to the wider community we offer a natural space for outdoor events, environmental workshops and training.

RAFA, The Royal Air Forces Association (or RAF Association), is a membership organisation and registered charity that provides welfare support to the RAF Family. We give real help to real people – this is the core of the welfare work that the RAF Association so successfully delivers and is making a real difference to the lives of those in the RAF family who find themselves in times of need. The support we provide relies heavily on the fantastic work carried out by our volunteers and the many different ways that they help including welfare support and fundraising.

Every day of your life matters, from the first to the last. We believe everyone living with a terminal illness should be able to get the most from the time they have left, however hard that may sometimes feel. We’ll be here for you and your family when you may feel like no-one else is, to help you cope when you don’t know how. Marie Curie Nurses care for you in your home, when you need them most, day or night. Our hospices are at the heart of communities around the UK. And our trained volunteers and advisers are here for you with practical information and support when you don’t know what to do next or just need to talk. We’ll be by your side with care and support every step of the way, bringing light in the darkest hours.

To advance education, to work towards the elimination of racial prejudice and discrimination, to promote equality of opportunity and to develop harmony, understanding and co-operation between people of different race, colour, national or ethnic origin, culture and religion within the Area of Benefit

We run world-class programmes to save children's lives and challenge world leaders to keep to their promises to give children a brighter future. Our network of volunteer led charity shop allows us to raise much needed money and awareness.

Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support to anyone affected by fertility issues. We raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland. By volunteering you can help those who need support.

Making life better for grocery people in need; from factory to store, we help everyone. Real lives. Real problems. Real help. Everyone in need can turn to us

Stella's Voice is protecting the world's most vulnerable people from human traffickers.

To advance the arts, heritage and culture, particularly through (but not limited to) increasing opportunities for crafters and designer-makers, and through increasing access to and participation in contemporary craft and design for all. To provide recreational facilities and to organise recreational activities, available to the public at large, with a view to improving their conditions of life, particularly through (but limited to) the promotion of heritage and contemporary craft and design, including holding workshops and providing exhibition, gallery and workshop space;

We’re a centre promoting re-use and recycling of fabrics, hardware and furniture. We aim to further the work of the Salvation Army through supporting their shops. As a voluntary organisation we offer meaningful volunteering experiences listening to what our volunteers are looking for and meeting those needs.

Butterfly Conservation aims to help populations of butterflies and moths which have been in serious decline. We do this by carrying out conservation work with volunteers and other organisations.

St Fillan’s is a community playgroup welcoming children in their Early Years giving them a high quality provision. By working in partnership with parents, to provide a caring, safe, happy environment for children to learn through free play and social interaction with each other.

ClubSport Aberdeen is a vibrant body directed by sports clubs, for the clubs. We provide a unified voice for sport clubs in Aberdeen at the top level across the city through our relationship with the Active Aberdeen Partnership (AAP). Our vision is to create the most vibrant sport club community in Scotland.

​Nature and landscapes are vital assets. We promote and care for the natural heritage, enable people to enjoy the outdoors and support those who manage it.

Employment Plus is a corps led initiative providing a local centre where unemployed people can find information and guidance in a supportive environment. Attending E+ local is entirely voluntary and is available to anyone seeking work or training (including Digital Inclusion). All are welcome, there is no eligibility, and all services are free.

Lions are changing the world one community at a time, by addressing needs at home and around the globe. We are 1.4 million men and women who believe that kindness matters. And when we work together, we can achieve bigger goals.

Sense Scotland works with children, young people and adults who have communication support needs. We believe everyone should have the choice in how they live their life. We are committed to working to our core values and working principles. Be open and honest, recognise individual worth, build relationships through trust, act on the basis of individuals' aspirations and needs, be accountable

Focused on regeneration of Silverburn Estate in Leven with a combination of community and commercial activities

Forge Ahead Community Group organise and coordinate a variety of leisure and development activities and services for the Forgewood Community, working to try and improve quality of life for local residents as well as improving the local environment. We sometimes do this on our own but also often work on partnership with key organisations such as Police Scotland, NHS Lanarkshire, NLC and Forgewood Housing Cooperative Ltd and the local residents.

The Barony Players are a community drama group with its own theatre premises on Borrowstoun Road, Bo’ness. We produce full length and one act plays throughout the year as well as providing training in acting and technical theatre work. We also run social activities for our members. We have a Youth Theatre and a Film Society. The Barony Players also welcomes professional theatre companies who perform in the theatre throughout the year.

To offer Sports and Community based activities to the local community and help them be more physically active and deliver wider community benefits

Berwickshire Housing Association (BHA) is a "not-for-profit" Industrial and Provident Society registered with the Scottish Housing Regulator. It is a Registered Social Landlord (RSL) with a current stock of approximately 1740 houses located throughout Berwickshire and Berwick-upon-Tweed. BHA’s registered office is located in Duns, it delivers housing services from here along with its two other local offices in Eyemouth and Coldstream giving its customers easy access to a full range of services. Founded in people and property, BHA seeks to become the first choice in the provision and management of affordable housing and related services. It is committed to producing a beneficial impact on people's lives in everything it does. Berwickshire Housing Association is also committed to Quality and has achieved a number of Quality Management accreditations including Investors in People, Quality Guild, Scottish Housing Regulator Inspection self assessment.

Royal Voluntary Service helps thousands of older people to live the life they want. We provide practical services in homes, in hospitals and in communities all across the UK so people can be independent and active. Much of our work is supporting older people. We provide practical solutions to everyday problems of loneliness and isolation.

Rehabilitation of equines

Erskine has been caring for Scotland’s veterans since 1916; providing first-class care to ex-Service men and women within its 5 homes across Scotland.

Home-Start Orkney provides volunteer befrienders who support parents and their young children through difficult and challenging circumstances, including isolation, relationship difficulties, financial difficulties, having children on the autistic spectrum, lone parenting, parenting twins, the effects of domestic abuse, poor health and many other situations which affect families living in Orkney. The volunteers support the families for 2-3 hours per week, helping practically, providing emotional support, and encouraging parents in their parenting skills, confidence and self-esteem. In addition, we have a weekly Drop-in for supported families at our office premises, as well as monthly Bookbug and Peedie Puffin sessions. We can also offer parents the Triple P parenting programme, either individually or in a group. The service is available to families across Orkney, including the isles. For further details on support in the isles, please contact Elsie Cooper on the number given above.

Gate Church International SCIO have been awarded a grant of £105,000* from the Scottish Government's Climate Challenge Fund to help the local community adopt low carbon lifestyles while providing help to those experiencing fuel and material poverty across Dundee. Gate Church International SCIO will work in partnership with Dundee Foodbank and Dundee Clothing Project to run a pilot scheme, which if successful has the potential to be developed nationally. Further savings in carbon emissions will be achieved through installation of energy efficiency measures at the Grade A listed St Mark's Church on Perth Road and the community centre on Greenfield Place. *Includes maximum funding of £24,148 from the European Regional Development Fund.’

Save the Children works in 120 countries. We save children's lives. We fight for their rights. We help them fulfil their potential.

Scouting is all about having fun, making friends and learning new skills. We aim to help young people reach their full potential as active members of the community who are self-reliant, caring, responsible and committed. Along the way we provide opportunities for adventure, fun and challenge. Scouting is open to all young people, girls and boys, aged 6 to 25 of every faith and background. There are also plenty of opportunities for adults to become involved as Leaders, Assistants or Administrators.

To organise recreational activities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended, create extra curricular engagement for communities that do not have existing programs or opportunities, build community spirit and new friendships and to advance citizenship and community development through a peer Leadership Program, build confidence in each individual participant, up-skill young people to be more employable and suited for leadership roles and community development and to promote racial harmony by creating an international Exchange Program, give participants opportunities to travel regardless of their wealth, educate through experiences of different cultures, combat issues of racism and intolerance and create long lasting relationships with people from other countries and cultures.

A group who meet weekly to ensure the older people in the community have the opportunity to socialise and get a healthy meal with other people. Aims – decreasing social isolation; increasing opportunities for older people to look after their own health and wellbeing; keeping older people social, health and happy.

Roodlands Hospital offers general medical and geriatric rehabilitation services to patients in East Lothian. It also provides older people’s services, including continuing care for the elderly.

Barnardo’s transforms the lives of the most vulnerable children across the UK through the work of our services, campaigning and research expertise. We believe we can bring out the very best in every child whether the issue is child poverty, sexual exploitation, disability or domestic violence.

Our work has been central to the discoveries of vital treatments that are changing the fight against heart disease, to make our financial contribution to beating heart disease through great retailing. To provide a convenient contact point for the public, to be the face of the BHF on the high street and to project a professional image.

The British Red Cross is a volunteer-led humanitarian organisation that helps people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are. We enable vulnerable people at home and overseas to prepare for and respond to emergencies in their own communities. When the crisis is over, we help people recover and move on with their lives.

Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity. Our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs. It’s an ambitious vision. However, we truly believe it can be achieved because of our passion, our professional approach and simply because cats are among the UK’s most popular companion pets.

We provide Therapy Riding for people with learning difficulties and physical disabilities. Volunteers can be involved in preparing the horses for lessons, helping to prepare the rider for lessons, and being involved in the session through leading the horse, or helping to support the rider.

The Health Services Research Unit (HSRU) has a national remit to research the best ways to provide health care, and to build capacity in health services research. The Unit is supported by the Chief Scientist Office (CSO) of the Scottish Government Health and Social Care Directorates, the University of Aberdeen and competitive grant income.

The FV Sensory Centre's overall objective is to help people who have a sensory impairment live as independently as possible. It is a place where people with a visual or hearing loss, their friends, families, carers and the wider community can access quality services and advice from our partner organisations.

The Glebe Project aims to take the Kirk’s work of welcome and hospitality outside by creating, developing and sustaining a space where people from all walks of life can share their stories. This includes developing productive community garden ; creating pathways; planting trees, flowers and shrubs and enabling better access for people to enjoy this peaceful and beautiful space.

Activities for boys and girls: Beavers – for 6 to 8 year olds, Cubs - 8 to 10 ½ year olds, Scouts - for 10 ½ to 14 year olds

Our aim at Under The Trees regarding outdoor learning are simple: We believe everyone has the right to enjoy the outdoors safely. The outdoor environment is a vast treasure box full of experiences and opportunities waiting to be found. We want to raise the profile of outdoor learning; encourage more people outdoors. The want to create opportunities for young people to develop their skill through outdoor learning in order to help realise their potential.

Independent Custody Visiting Scotland (ICVS) is a statutory function of the Scottish Police authority (SPA). Independent Custody Visitors are members of the local community who visit police stations unannounced to check on the treatment of detainees, the conditions in which they are being held and that their rights and entitlements are being observed.

Operates as a community centre. Contains library, clinic, Drs surgery, café, Pre-5 centre, housing assoc, elderly forum, shop and pharmacy.

Fertility Network Scotland provides free advice, support, help, information and understanding for anyone affected by fertility issues. We also work to raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and to campaign for fair provision of fertility treatement throughout Scotland.

(i) To relieve persons who are suffering from infertility particurlarly through the provision of information, advice and support; (ii) To support the provision of an equitable system of publicly-funded fertility treatment throughout the UK for all sufferers of infertility, sub-fertility and secondary infertility-, (iii) To support the needs of persons suffering from nfertility through, inter alia, the provision of a network of local support groups, a counselling service, a website and a regular magazine; (iv) To advance public education about ail aspects of fertility and infertility; (v) To raise the proiile of issues concerning fertility and infertility in the media and in general in an informed, responsinble manner; (vi) To encourage and assist further research in its broadest sense nto infertility and its various effects.

Fertility network Scotland provides advice, info, understanding and support for anyone affected by fertility issues. We also work to raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and to campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland.

NHS Research Ethics Committees protect and promote the interests of patients and the public in health and social care research. The committees review applications from research teams across the UK, and the Scientific Officer provides support and guidance on request to all applicants for ethical review and additional support for researchers within Grampian, Highland, Orkney, Shetland and Western Isles Health Boards. The members of the committee are non-paid volunteers and include lay people who are not involved with clinical care or medical research and expert members with clinical or medical research expertise. The North of Scotland Research Ethics Service is governed by the UK wide Health Research Authority and the Chief Scientist Office in Scotland. We are supported by the Grampian, Highland, Orkney Shetland and Western Isles Health Boards.

The EPIC partnership seeks to raise awareness of the distinctive landscape features and biodiversity around the Ochils Hillfoot Villages and promotes the need to safeguard natural heritage through community engagement and volunteering. The purpose of EPIC is to engage local communities in environmental projects that will enhance the natural and cultural heritage of Clackmannanshire whilst empowering the notion of local stewardship.

The Silver Line is the only confidential, free helpline for older people across the UK, open every day and night of the year. Our specially trained helpline staff: ? Offer information, friendship and advice ? Link callers to local groups and services ? Protect and support those who are suffering abuse and neglect If callers would like to be put in touch with Silver Line Friends, they can receive a weekly friendship call or a regular friendship letter. Silver Line Friends are volunteers who have contacted The Silver Line because they enjoy talking to older people.

Four Pillars’ mission is the supply and provision of barrier contraception, peer education and information to support and grow the LGBT+ community in manners of Mental, Emotional, Physical and Sexual Health thereby promoting informed choices and reducing the prevalence of HIV and other STIs.

Objective: To set up physical activity programmes to become part of the normal treatment pathway for patients who are affected by cancer in Moray.

The Circle is a growing social enterprise based in Staffa Place in the north of Dundee. We are a community hub offering affordable workspace for charities, social enterprises and small businesses. Our spaces comprise of offices, co-working space and meeting spaces, as well as gardens and a café which we hope to make available to community groups.

The company’s objects are: to advance the arts, heritage and culture and to advance education by preserving, developing, promoting and widening the awareness and understanding of the history, attractions and cultural significance of Stirling and its surrounding areas as a world class visitor destination;

Aberdeen Science Centre is a non-profit organisation whose ambitious and dedicated Education Team aims to provide: •An important and valuable educational resource for the whole community where people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities can come and engage with science and be enthused and inspired. •Science learning experiences that encourage active involvement in learning with hands-on exhibits, investigative workshops and exciting shows and demonstrations. •An environment that promotes curiosity and life-long learning.

To give support and care to mothers and babies.

Keeping people safe.

Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance is a registered charity whose purpose is purpose is 'the emergency relief of sickness and injury and the protection of human life by the provision of an air ambulance across Scotland'. In time-critical medical emergencies we have identified four core aims: *Save life *Preserve life *Increase survival rates *Assist the speed of recovery Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance works in close cooperation with the Scottish Ambulance Service.

We are a non-profit-making-volunteer run Arts Collective and charity providing a platform both online and offline for those who struggle with mental health, addiction, gender dysphoria, sexuality, feel like they don't quite 'fit', or feel estranged to this world.

The Caf4e & Company Lunch Club is working with Aberdeen City Health & Social Care Partnership to address the problem of social isolation among older people.

A Mental health Resource based in the community with emphasis to support vulnerable adults, emotionally, socially and practically. Issues can be homelessness, isolation, relationships and poverty. There is an open door policy with anyone over 18 accessing the service. Some services are specific such as "Art" , "Activities Night" and "Women only". People are encouraged to determine their own needs.

Walk the Walk is the UK’s largest grant-making breast cancer charity that is dedicated to not only raising money and awareness for vital breast cancer causes, but to also encourage women and men to become more aware of their own potential for fitness and wellbeing. We organise the famous MoonWalk overnight power walking challenges and are immensely proud to have raised over £121m, which has been granted to research into breast cancer and to improve the lives of people living with cancer now.

Health in Mind promotes positive mental health and wellbeing in Scotland. Our team of professional support staff and committed volunteers work in partnership to deliver a unique and wide ranging mix of individual and group support services in Edinburgh, Midlothian / East Lothian and the Borders. In particular it seeks : To provide and enable the provision of Mental Health Services. To provide information on and understanding of all aspects of mental health. To influence mental health policies and campaign for mental health resources. To achieve its aims and objectives through consultation with all interested parties.

Marie Curie provides care and support for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We’ve been carrying out this vital work for over 65 years – last year alone we cared for over 40,000 people across the UK. We can’t do what we do without our supporters, only you can make sure we can continue caring for people living with a terminal illness across the UK.

West Lothian Bike Library is a not for profit, community interest company. We help people to get active and connected through cycling and associated activity. We aim to tackle inequalities in health by making cycling an activity for all, regardless of background, income or ability.

Our aim is to ensure beach access for all.

We are a social enterprise assisting people with severe and enduring mental illness and issues by providing them with opportunities to learn new skills; stabilise their condition; gain confidence and integrate within the local community. Our mission is to provide stimulating and rewarding therapeutic work activities that produce ranges of innovative and quality products to support the psychological wellbeing of people with severe and enduring mental illness and mental health issues.

Our aim is to bring people together and provide dynamic, interactive language workshops to empower older adults and delay the effects on dementia and brain ageing.

To provide a safe environment for kids in the Dumbarton area. Providing after school care and holiday care. Ages (4 - 12)

The aim of the BHF is to play a leading role in the fight against heart disease , the BHF aims to do this through research, education and care , funding medical research. Providing support and information , providing life saving equipment for hospitals and funding BHF nurses.

Scotland's Gardens raises money for charity by encouraging, promoting and supporting garden owners to open their gardens to the public; raising money for a charity of their choice through admissions, plant sales and refreshments.

Tayside 4x4 Response supports the statutory services in times of operational difficulty to allow them to operate and respond to the most needy when normal day-to-day operations are affected by severe weather and/or poor road conditions.

To provide special palliative care and support to individuals with life limiting illness

We are a Youth Organisation providing boys & girls aged 6 to 25 with opportunity to learn indoor and outdoor skills - we have 7.5k young people supported by 2k adult volunteers. We have a wiating list of 1.2k young people and we need more adult volunteers

ABC is a national UK eating disorders organisation with over 30 years of experience. We are passionate about people and recovery. We provide on-going care, emotional support and practical guidance for anyone affected by eating disorders, those struggling personally and parents, families and friends. ABC works tirelessly to increase awareness and understanding of eating disorders through talks, training and campaigns for change.

Bield is a not for profit organisation and Scottish Charity, as well as a Registered Social Landlord. For over 40 years we've been developing Housing and Services to enable Scotland's older people live the life they want. Our brand promise is 'Free to be' - it sums up our firm belief that older people should have the freedom to make their own choices and be free to live as independently as possible. This is made possible thanks to the experience, dedication and passion of our staff and volunteers.

PSPA is a national charity providing support and information to people living with PSP and CBD, while funding research into treatments and ultimately a cure. We rely entirely on voluntary donations. Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) is a neurological condition caused by the premature loss of nerve cells in certain parts of the brain. Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD) is a degenerative brain disease that affects people from the age of 40 onwards. Following funding from the Scottish Government we can now increase our work in Scotland including increasing the volunteering opportunities here.

Cruse Bereavement Care Scotland exists to promote the well-being of bereaved people in Scotland. We seek to help anyone experiencing bereavement to understand their grief and cope with their loss. We work primarily through volunteers, providing free care to bereaved people. We also train and educate individuals and organisations who may in turn be able to contribute to the well-being of bereaved people.

We have three strategic objectives: Supporting people to live longer, healthier lives / Aligning with national health strategies / Building a stronger organisation.

PSPA is a national charity- fully reliant on voluntary donations- that provides support and information to people living with PSP and CBD, while funding research into treatments and- ultimately- a cure. Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) is a neurological condition caused by the premature loss of nerve cells in certain parts of the brain. Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD) is a degenerative brain disease that affects people from the age of 40 onwards. PSPA covers the United Kingdom and works very closely with other PSP organisations across the world, working together to support research and the provision of information and support into PSP and CBD. Volunteers are the lifeblood of PSPA - they value the skills, experience, commitment and enthusiasm that volunteers bring – so they are recruiting in Scotland to enable us them to reach out to more people affected by PSP and CBD. By working together, a real difference can be made to people’s lives.

To provide 24 hour care to elderly clients. Whilst enabling them to lead as independent a life as possible.

We are South Lanarkshire Radio. A new community station for South Lanarkshire. We are entirely run by volunteers, Volunteering hours of local live programming each week. We have a growing number of listeners broadcasting through the web.

To promote and assist the general good of all old people in the Burgh of Grangemouth by assisting the work of statutory authorities and voluntary organisations engaged in providing facilities for physical and mental recreation, developing physical improvement, furthering health, relieving poverty, distress or sickness or in pursuing any objects which now are or hereafter may be deemed by law to be charitable.

Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, enpowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

To provide a service to those living with cancer and beyond in Ayrshire. MacMillan's free Move More programme is here to help people get and stay active. Our professionals really understand cancer and can create a tailored physical activity programme, as well as give ongoing support.

To provide horticultral and education for adults with learning difficulties in safe, healthy and diverse enviorment.

Care Home - keeping residents happy with activities.

The aim of the Trading Standards service is to ensure a fair and safe trading environment within Dundee and to protect the interests of local consumers and businesses. Trading Standards is responsible for enforcing a wide range of legislation.

Breakthrough is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2017 and based in Dundee. Breakthrough’s primary aim is to reach out to care-experienced and other young people who have faced or are likely to face significant challenges in their lives. Our charity supports young people S1 to S6 in Dundee’s secondary schools and provides aspirational mentorship and opportunity. By connecting adult mentors as well as commercial and educational organisations with young people, Breakthrough aims to provide the guidance and opportunity that can transform lives and counteract the long-term effects of adverse experience.

AberNecessities is a local, non-profit charity with the aim of supporting underprivileged families in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. AberNecessities provides families with the essential items (nappies, clothing, toiletries, cots, etc.) that they need to care for their babies and children, helping alleviate the pressure of bringing up a young family with limited resources.

Living with sight loss can be lonely and isolating, causing many to revert into themselves only making this issue worse. The British Wireless for the Blind Fund aims to ease these feelings by providing the joy of sound along with the companionship of radio. We supply specially adapted audio equipment to those who would not usually be able to afford it, on a free loan to visually impaired people all across the UK. We are not government funded so it is thanks only to the continued generosity of our supporters that we can carry on helping people who need it the most. The number of people living with sight loss is set to double to more than 4 million by 2050, and we aim to make life for those suffering better.

Proud to stand out from the crowd, Heart Research UK is the charity dedicated to your heart. We inspire and invest in pioneering medical research, ground breaking training and education in communities to improve their heart health for themselves. Always looking to the future, we give clinicians unique opportunities to gain the latest skills, knowledge and hands on experience to become the experts of tomorrow. We show youngsters born with heart disease, and those that care for them, that they can live active lives. Our Healthy Hearts Grants focus on communities to prevent heart disease in the first place.

Proud to stand out from the crowd, Heart Research UK is the charity dedicated to your heart. We inspire and invest in pioneering medical research, ground-breaking training and education and in communities to improve their heart health for themselves. Always looking to the future, we give clinicians unique opportunities to gain the latest skills, knowledge and hands-on experience to become the experts of tomorrow. We show youngsters born with heart disease, and those who care for them, that they can live active lives. Our Healthy Heart Grants focus on communities to prevent heart disease in the first place.

RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond is a stunningly beautiful nature reserve on the south-east shores of Loch Lomond. The reserve is made up of a mixture of woodlands, wetlands and grasslands and is home to a remarkable range of wildlife from the tiniest insect to majestic birds of prey. The friendly site team includes a small number of staff, but most important to us are our volunteers who help with every aspect of the work we do. We offer a range of opportunities from getting your hands dirty with some practical conservation and maintenance work, to chatting with and enthusing our visitors about the amazing wildlife on site, or even getting involved with wildlife surveys and sharpening your skills. The RSPB is the UK's largest nature conservation charity, inspiring everyone to give nature a home.

To provide high quality housing and support for older people in need or at risk in Scotland.

Clackmannanshire Scouting has 500 youth members, both male and female, aged from 6 to 25, supported by 110 adult volunteers. Scouting is organised into local Groups, who look after the three younger Sections: Beavers, Cubs and Scouts. Young people over the age of 14 are managed by the District. This website will keep you updated as to what is happening in Scouting across the Clackmannanshire District. So if you are not already involved why not find out more and come and join the adventure!

We are a research group of theologians working together on joint projects. We are a registered charity (SCIO - Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation).

To help young people aged between 16 - 30 to move forward in life through structured volunteering and forward planning mentoring.

Pet Fostering Service Scotland (PFSS) provides short-term, emergency foster care for pets whose owners are facing one of the following situations: *Ill health *Temporary homelessness *Domestic abuse

The Anti-Poverty Service delivers a free, impartial and confidential advice service to help the most vulnerable households in West Lothian. The focus of the service is on alleviating poverty and promoting inclusion and equality the service is also responsible for administration of housing benefit, the council tax reduction scheme, discretionary housing payments and the Scottish Welfare Fund and a range of entitlement schemes.

Food and Fun was introduced by the Council as a pilot to deliver free meals and activities to children in key areas of Aberdeen during school holiday periods and has been rolled out on a permanent basis. When we talk about our purpose – about caring for our city and our people – we think Food and Fun is a shining example that we can all be incredibly proud of.

To raise funds to allow us to promote the policy work and research of the Common Weal in Glasgow.

Poppyscotland provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community. We reach out to those who have served, those still serving, and their families at times of crisis and need by offering vital, practical advice, assistance and funding. We believe that those who serve or have served, whether regular or reserve, are deserving of our support to live life fully without disadvantage after service. No veteran should live without the prospect of employment, good health and a home, and we all have a part to play in achieving this. Poppyscotland is best known for running the iconic Scottish Poppy Appeal, but we work all year round to help those who have served, those still serving and their families receive the care and support they urgently need.

Sanctuary Care was established in 1995 to provide older people with high quality nursing and residential care. Its income is re-invested into the business which allows it to provide residents with excellent standards of care from well managed and maintained homes. With over 100 warm and welcoming homes across England and Scotland, staff provide a range of personalized long and short-term care including residential, dementia, nursing, intermediate and palliative care.

We are the UK's leading stroke charity. We deliver amazing, life-changing support to over 70,000 stroke survivors and their families each year. We're supported by nearly 5,000 talented volunteers and staff, and enjoy strong relationships with the stroke clinical and research community.

The Listening Service complements the work of the Edinburgh Sheriff Court Services. We offer a non-judgemental, confidential listening ear to any Court user so that they feel less isolated and better supported in what can be a difficult, stressful and confusing situation.

We aim to raise as much money as possible in order to fund the charitable activities of the Salvation Army. We work with people in Scotland and all over the world who are victims of unfortunate circumstances ranging from drug addiction to natural disasters.

When one of the RAF family needs a friend, they can turn to us. We can be there on the doorstep, in person, to help sort out the problem and share the load. When times are tough nothing beats a friendly, face to face support from someone who really cares.

Citizens Advice Bureau West Lothian provides advice for all which is free, confidential, independent and impartial.

Kidzeco is a community interest company that recycles good quality children's goods i.e. prams, buggies, clothes, books, furniture, toys and more. We also run classes on various forms of crafts, including jewellery making, knitting and patchwork. We are based in Bathgate and have only been opened since February 2010. The profits made through sales are returned to the community to help develop other charities and projects that benefit the local community. We have helped volunteers and customers to raise funds for different events in aide of different causes, and we are always looking for ideas. The newest part of our service is the community room. The community room is used for different things such as children's parties and weekly children's services e.g. babies music classes.

Sense Scotland works with children, young people and adults who have communication support needs. We believe everyone should have a choice in how they live their life. Sense Scotland's values in practice mean we will: Be open and honest, recognise individual worth, build relationships through trust, act on the basis of individuals’ aspirations and needs and be accountable.

Promote the benefit of the inhabitants of Boghall with regard to equal opportunities by associating with local agencies and inhabitants in a common effort to advance education and to provide facilities in the interest of social welfare for recreation and other leisure-time occupation so that their conditions of life may be improved Relieve poverty in such ways as may be thought fit. Promote and further good health of the residents and to promote, establish, operate and/or support other projects of a charitable nature for the benefit of the residents.

Our commitment is to ensure that people with profound and multiple learning disabilities are valued both as individuals and in the contribution people make to the community. That people receive all the support they need to realise their potential. To ensure that peoples right to a full life shaped by personal choice, abilities and needs underlies all provision and policy affecting their lives. That the knowledge and experience of family carers is recognised, and that their views are fully taken into account in service development.

North Lanarkshire Women~s Aid mission is to advocate for abused women and children and to ensure their safety by working locally and nationally to:- * Offer support and a place of safety to abused women and children by providing refuges and other s

Children and Families learning and support charity.

Penicuik Community Development Trust brings together local people to invest their time, talents and energy to make Penicuik a better place for families to grow up in, community activities to flourish, businesses to thrive, and others to find Penicuik an attractive place to visit. The aims are to promote the benefit of the people of Penicuik and its environs (being defined as all those who live within the town and its environs as well as any others who participate as active members of organisations based in Penicuik), without distinction of sex, sexuality, political, religious or other opinions, by actions: to advance community development; to advance education; to advance the arts, heritage, culture and science; to provide facilities, or assist in the provision of facilities, for recreation and other leisure time activities in the interests of social welfare so that the conditions of life may be improved

To sell excess produce from allotments at a market stall. Working with allotment growers and older people to bring well priced local produce to the wider population of Aberdeen City

We are a charitable trust that aims to restore and develop Amisfield Walled Garden in Haddington as a community garden and visitor attraction. The garden dates from the 18th century, is 8 acres in size and is owned by East Lothian Council. Since 2007 we have turned the garden from a neglected wilderness into a working garden with flower beds, fruit trees, vegetable beds, together with a greenhouse and polytunnel. We have long term plans to restore the historic garden buildings and develop a cafe and shop.

Carers of East Lothian supports adults in East Lothian who are looking after a family member or friend who is ill, disabled or frail. We help carers to get information and services to help their individual caring role, enhance their own well-being and strengthen their collective voice to improve services.

Provides opportunities for members of the public to complete practical conservation tasks in conjunction with East Lothians Countryside Ranger Service.

The main aim of the Active Schools East Lothian is to offer school aged children the motivation and opportunities to adopt active, healthy lifestyles throughout their school years and into adulthood. They do this by supporting and sustaining a network of volunteers, coaches, leaders and teachers who in turn deliver extra curricular physical activity and sport before, during and after school and in the wider community.

Local Community Transport

Interest Link provides a group and 1:1 befriending service to children, young people and adults with learning disabilities throughout the Scottish Borders. The service is delivered by 200 volunteers, who are supported by Interest Link staff. Our service exists to overcome the social exclusion of people with learning disabilities and enable them to pursue interests, participate in community activities, make choices, gain skills and develop independence. We have 4 branches: the Berwickshire Branch is managed by Judy Kay, who supports 1:1 links for all ages across the whole of Berwickshire. Judy also runs fortnightly children’s (8-16yrs) and young people’s (16-25yrs) groups in Kelso and a monthly befriending group for young people and adults in Coldstream.

Home Basics takes in donated furniture, household and electrical items for re-sale inexpensively to those on low incomes living in the Scottish Borders. Special discounts are given to those referred by local agencies. We also promote the general principle of recycling and re-use.

Borders Forest Trust is a community based environmental charity working to restore the native woodland heritage of the South of Scotland. The trust wants to conserve and restore native woodlands, support community woodlands, deliver education and arts projects and support sustainable use of hardwood through its trading subsidiary woodschool.

Roxburgh & Berwickshire CAB is an independent charity that provide free and confidential advice and information within your local community. There is a Citizens Advice Bureau in almost every community in Scotland, across almost 300 locations, helping more than 260,000 people each year. Because Citizens Advice Bureaux are managed and used by people within the community, they deliver services that meet the needs of local people. They provide practical advice, negotiate on behalf of clients and even represent them formally, such as at tribunal hearings. Common areas of inquiry include:- Benefits, Debt and money advice, Consumer issues, Work-related problems, Housing and Relationships

To make available to those persons on low incomes (less than 8K per annum) items of household furniture and white goods at low, easily affordable prices. To reduce landfill dumping by recycling those items of household furniture that would otherwise be put out for dumping by households to improve the standard of living for those persons on low income including - unemployed. lone parents, disadvantaged etc

Braeburn Court offers supported accommodation.

Interest Link provides a group and 1:1 befriending service to children, young people and adults with learning disabilities throughout the Scottish Borders. The service is delivered by 200 volunteers, who are supported by Interest Link staff. Our service exists to overcome the social exclusion of people with learning disabilities and enable them to pursue interests, participate in community activities, make choices, gain skills and develop independence. We have 4 branches: the Roxburgh Branch is managed by Val Reilly, who supports 1:1 links for all ages across the whole of Roxburgh. Val also runs fortnightly children’s (8-16yrs) and young people’s (16-25yrs) groups in Hawick and the Caledonian befriending groups for adults.

To assist adults and children who have sustained a brain injury to live independently and to re-integrate into thier communities. To deliver specialist training and support for adults with a brain injury who want to return to employment or further education

Counselling of people with relationship difficulties. Psycho sexual therapy

Free confidential, impartial, independent, information, advice and help. Having a responsible influence on social policy.

To help raise funds for B.H.F. through donations given by local people of clothing, household, bricabrac, books, DVDs etc.Processing donations ready for the shop floor to sell as a retail shop to the general public

To provide support for children aged 8-18 years who care for family members who have a disability/illness. We can give them some "me" time through our groups and 1-2-1 sessions.

Clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene are basic human rights. They should be a normal part of daily life for everyone, everywhere – but they aren't. That's why we're here.

To advance citizenship or community development and to provide relief to the people resident in East Renfrewshire and surrounding area, who are in need by reason of age, ill health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage by providing and assisting in the provision of not-for-profit community transport services serving the needs of such people, and of other community groups and members.

Kidney Research UK is the leading national charity dedicated to research that will lead to better treatments and cures for kidney disease. We also provide information for patients and raise vital awareness of kidney-related issues among the general public.

DIAL-OP & GO is a project run through Dundee Volunteer & Voluntary Action which aims to address loneliness and isolation in adults in Dundee through our Blether Buddie, Information Helpline and Morning Call services. The Blether Buddie service offers a weekly catch up call to isolated and vulnerable adults. The Information Helpline offers easy to access information on a range of services, activities and issues affecting adults in Dundee. The Morning Call Service gives a short daily telephone call to check on wellbeing, also offering a reminder service for appointments and signposting to relevant organisations if required. The GO Project offers practical and emotional support to people in Dundee who require assistance in accessing local services or activities.

A place "where the ordinary becomes extraordinary." The following programmes and activities are on offer: Infant massage, Tiny Tempers (movement classes for 1 to 4 year olds and their mums), Healthy Eating workshops for all ages, Saturday evening Youth Cafe (age 11-18), Family dinners, Parenting classes, Coming Home Centre for veterans, Community Learning Centre (in partnership with Kelvin College), CAP money course, Time to grow a pair Mens' night, Family days out and PEEK Street play in Robroyston Park.

EF stands for "Education First". With 15 divisions that offer a range of educational programs from language training, educational travel, and academic degrees to cultural exchanges. With a mission to open the world through education, EF has helped people of all ages and nationalities become citizens of the world.

Seeing Ear is a charity dedicated to helping people who want to read but who cannot use ordinary books. Our online library provides books in a flexible format to support readers who need books in an accessible format due to reasons such as visual impairment, dyslexia or a physical disability.

Clean Up Aberdeen is part of Keep Scotland Beautiful's national mass-engagement campaign Clean Up Scotland. Clean Up Scotland aims to involve one million people in action against litter and mess. It is a national coalition of organisations and people from all places and back grounds who want Scotland to shine. The campaign is working to change long term behaviour by making dropping litter as socially unacceptable as drink driving is today. Litter picking clean ups are a great way of bringing people together. Young and old alike can roll up their sleeves together to show that they care about their neighbourhood. Everyone can take part from individuals to schools, community groups and businesses.

TLC-Foodbanks is commited to serving the community and meeting the basic food needs of people in crisis across the South of Aberdeen and the surrounding areas. We have recently partnered with the Trussell Trust.

We are the specialist organisation that for over 25 years has contributed to a safer Scotland by working with ex-offenders and young people and adults at risk to give them the necessary skills to change their behaviour and lead fulfilling lives.

The Mission of Time to Heal is to provide holistic support and, to relieve the needs of persons affected by domestic violence primarily, but not exclusively, women and children from minority ethnic groups.

Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland's leading dementia charity. Established in 1994, our entire organisation is dedicated to understanding the challenges dementia brings and supporting people with dementia and their partners, families and carers to meet these challenges and live well with dementia. Our main aim is that no-one should go through dementia alone.

The Club provides the only opportunity in Scotland for physically disabled people to play competitive football. We also provide friendship, mentoring, travel opportunities, promote social inclusion and improve self esteem/confidence

RockSolid Youth Project is a community charity working in the East End of Dundee with young people aged 10 - 18. RockSolid encourages young people: to become more confident by expressing themselves and who they are, become active citizens in their community; and, owners of RockSolid through a variety of community based activities and a range of projects.

Aberdeen Jazz Festival is one of the city's top music festivals, presenting an exciting programme of UK exclusives, international stars, new collaborations, old favourites, and the special atmosphere of the famous Jazz On The Green, featuring a West End Blues Trail.

We work with young people between the ages of 14 – 25 who are interested in giving back to their local communities or want to build upon their employability skills by getting work experience in different settings (manly youth work). Young people will also have the opportunity to achieve a number of different awards and qualifications.

Volunteering opportunities. Supporting "Care in the community"

To fund research for children and young people suffering mental illness and to campaign for the same and against stigma.

Gig Buddies is a project that supports people with a learning disability to get out to more gigs and live events by pairing them with a volunteer who shares the same interests as them. Our ‘Gig Buddies’ then go to what events they want, when they want, and enjoy their shared passion together. In addition to this, we also host regular social events where members can meet for a drink and chat while enjoying the great live entertainment Edinburgh has to offer. Gig Buddies is an exciting, fast growing project with an ultimate goal to help bring an end to social isolation.

No Boundaries is a charity for people who are disabled or have a long-term condition or for people who have an association with someone in either of these situations. We are all about overcoming any barriers which may be encountered by people in these positions and trying to minimise social isolation. We also like to help with knowledge and are very aware about limited finances. Some of our interests include health and well-being, recreation, courses, travel, exercise, activities, news, socialising, nutrition, games, lectures and peer support.

Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support to anyone affected by fertility issues. We raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland. By volunteering you can help those who need support.

Children enjoy active play, arts & crafts and musical activities as well as a snack and drink. Tea and coffee are provided for parents and carers along with much-needed support. We are in the process of fundraising to improve our facilities, particularly for younger babies and crawlers. We are keen to expand our membership, and welcome anyone who might be interested to pop along for a free session and to learn more about getting involved. It's a great way to get to know more people in the village and allows the children to make friends, helping the transition into nursery and primary school.

Barnardo's Scotland provides more than 122 community-based services throughout the country working with over 26,500 vulnerable children, young people and their families. Services include: leaving care services which help young people to bridge the gap between being in care and living in the adult world, family activity services which work to support families in trouble, disability services supporting children with disabilities and offering short breaks to their families. Our website provides a search for local services.

Recyke-a-bike is a Fallin Community Enterprises initiative, which has been around since 2006. We began as a small recycling social enterprise that quickly grew into a job club using the bike recycling as work experience. We've grown to include training services and cycling outreach work, in addition to our bike recycling and sales. Our aims are to help people, our local community and environment by: supporting people into employment helping more people to choose cycling for low carbon transport, better health and fun stopping bikes ending up in landfill

Support homeless people through provision of food and employment opportunities, and raise money for good causes through social enterprise. We are a ‘Social Business’. This means that 100% (every single penny) of our profits are given to good causes and 1 in 4 of our team are formerly homeless people. We also feed the local homeless community through our ‘Suspended Coffee and Food’ initiative.

The Tomintoul & Glenlivet Development Trust was established in May 2012 after a period of community consultation on how best to address the economic decline which had been experienced locally, prompted by the two main hotels in the village of Tomintoul closing. The Trust works for the AB37 9 postcode area, which includes Glenfarclas, Cragganmore, Morinsh and Bridge of Brown as its external boundaries. The overall vision for the development trust is “To develop, inspire and embrace a vibrant future for the Tomintoul & Glenlivet area.”

Shaw Trust helps people facing disadvantage to find work, gain skills and take control of their futures. Our vision is for a society in which everyone has the opportunity for employment, inclusion and independence.

To tackle isolation and loneliness using friendly volunteers to offer long-term friendships and the chance to be more socially connected.

Barnardo’s transforms the lives of the most vulnerable children across the UK through the work of our services, campaigning and research expertise. We believe we can bring out the very best in every child whether the issue is child poverty, sexual exploitation, disability or domestic violence.

Lets beat cancer sooner! At Cancer Research UK we pioneer research to bring forward the day when all cancers are cured. We fund scientists, doctors and nurses to help beat cancer sooner. We also provide cancer information to the public.

The Care Inspectorate is the official body responsible for inspecting standards of care in Scotland. They regulate and inspect care services to make sure they meet the right standards. Everyone is entitled to safe, high quality, compassionate care that meets their needs. It is against the law for care services to operate unless they register with the Care Inspectorate. Specialist inspectors visit thousands of care services every year. They evaluate their quality, require them to improve if necessary and investigate complaints. The main types of care services regulated are childminders, children's nurseries, care homes for older people, adults and children, care at home, housing support and playgroups and out of school clubs.

The Leprosy Mission Scotland is a member of a global partnership bringing Healing & Justice to people affected by leprosy. Together, our Just Cause is to defeat leprosy and transform lives. Ultimately we would like to see a world free of leprosy and its effects on individuals, families and communities. Working across the country, The Leprosy Mission Scotland seeks to educate, inspire and enable you, along with other people, their churches, schools, community groups and even our government, to join it in upholding and supporting people affected by leprosy.

Care and Learning Alliance (CALA) is the largest third sector early learning and childcare organisation serving Highland and Moray. Through partnership working with local authorities, social enterprises and other third sector organisations, CALA promotes a culture of ‘getting it right for every child’ (GIRFEC), helping to make Scotland the #bestplacetogrowup.

We manage some of the most attractive parks in central Scotland; each with its own distinctive character and unique features. All are full of interest for the visitor. Comprising of former estate lands, our parks are steeped in history and provide magnificent settings for some of the area’s most outstanding buildings. Our parks are ideal for a family day out and each one offers a wide range of different activities including children’s play areas, leisure activities, guided walks and nature trails as well as appealing open spaces ideal for informal picnics and games. Volunteering with Parks is a way in which local people can help keep the fantastic natural resources on their doorsteps in great condition. We carry out a range of tasks from cutting back vegetation on paths, planting trees, putting in benches and signs, laying new surfaces on public routes and building wildlife features. The tasks normally change every month and everyone is welcome to join the group for any task days they can make, though under 16's must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Cothrom ReStore offers many high quality pieces of refurbished furniture at excellent prices. We also have a service available that can collect and deliver any items that have either been purchased or donated at ReStore. Cothrom Re-Store offer practical training opportunities in wood working and furniture restoration in a relaxed and friendly environment. We aim to divert as much waste from going to landfill as we can.

Fledgling Arts Collective Central are a volunteer run charity providing a platform both online and offline for those who struggle with mental health, addiction, gender dysphoria, sexuality &/or feel like they don't quite 'fit'. We encourage you to express yourselves through art as catharsis. Combining Art & Catharsis, we believe in being CathARTic.

Bridgend Farmhouse on the edge of Craigmillar Castle Park is home to local charity BIG, who have transformed the once derelict farmhouse into a vibrant community hub, focused on “learning, working and growing together to develop a flourishing community and place”. Volunteers are its bedrock and are involved at every level of its activities, outdoors and indoors.

Digin is a community owned greengrocers shop operated by Bruntsfield Community Greengrocers (BCG), a community benefit cooperative. BCG was established in August 2013 and launched a share issues later that year to raise funds to open the shop. £30,000 was raised through the sale of £25 shares to members of the community which enabled us to secure a lease on shop premises in the Bruntsfield high street, refit the shop, purchase initial stock and hire a shop manager. The shop, Digin, opened on 1 May 2014. We now have some 300 members of the coop. The shop is open six days per week selling fresh fruit and vegetables, local eggs, organic milk and other dairy products, local artisan bread as well as a range of dry and speciality products and wholefoods. We source local and organic fruit and vegetables when possible with regular suppliers including East Coast Organics (Eat Lothian), Pittormie Farm (Fife) Carroll’s Heritage Potatoes (Northumberland) and Organic North. During the summer months we are also able to buy from the Cyrenians Farm and Gorgie City Farm. Our non-organic fresh produce comes from a local wholesaler and most dry goods from Green City Wholefoods. We welcome appropriate additions to our range from small local suppliers.

Aberdeen Amateur Athletic Club is based at the Aberdeen Sports Village on Linksfield Road, Aberdeen. The Club caters for all levels of interest, from serious athletes to recreational runners looking to keep fit. With over 400 members, the Club has a range of training groups and coaches catering for athletes aged from 9 and over through to seniors and veterans. We promote all aspects of athletics from road running, cross country, hill running to track and field and the Club has teams which compete in outdoor and indoor track and field and cross country leagues each year.

To promote international friendship and understanding by welcoming international students as guests in British homes. HOST arranges for adult international students studying in the UK to spend a day or weekend in a British home, thereby helping them to feel welcome in the UK, and promoting cultural exchange and international friendship.

Project Scotland helps young people between 16 and 30 to achieve their goals via volunteering for a 3rd sector organisation.

The Royal Air Forces Association is the charity that supports the RAF family, looking after the welfare of serving and former-serving personnel and their dependants, helping them in times of need. We exist to ensure that the sacrifices made by those who serve their country in the Royal Air Force does not result in suffering, poverty or loneliness. How do we support them? We provide a wide range of needs-based welfare support. This includes everything from providing home visits and much needed short breaks, to offering advice and, in some cases, financial assistance in times of difficulty.

(a) To provide a daily meal, in a place of education, for children in the world's poorest communities; (b) To provide relief for those suffering, in any part of the world, as a result of humanitarian, crises or poverty, to help people escape poverty and to provide care for orphaned, abandoned and vulnerable children and to work for the prevention thereof; (c) To raise awareness worldwide of poverty issues through education and; (d) To assist and support the work of other organisations, financially or otherwise, in particular members of the Mary's Meals network throughout the world, the objects of which would be considered to be Charitable Purposes and similar in nature to these objects.

The nbc is set up for Charity purposes only. The nbc's purposes are: 1. The promotion of equality in every way, recognizing individuality and celebration of difference by addressing inequalities that face disabled and non-disabled people in the community. 2. The provision of recreational facilities, or the organization of recreational facilities, with the purpose of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended by: a. Creating opportunities to improve health and fitness b. Trying out and exploring new activities c. Creating opportunities for meeting people and offering help so that others can get involved

A charity aimed to help improve the health and wellbeing of the local community, with volunteers being at the heart of what we do. Some of the work includes supporting people with dementia and their carers and helping others become more connected in their community. We are a dynamic and evolving charity and are looking to expand on all the good work we do with the help of additional volunteers

We are committed to providing the UK’s only free and confidential helpline dedicated to older people that is available 24-hours a day, 365 days a year. Through this we will empower and support older people to reduce their isolation and loneliness; helping them to feel that they are a member of The Silver Line family, as well as connected and part of our wider society. We will do this in a way that reflects and adheres to the values set for us by older people themselves, and by ensuring that we deliver a service of the highest standards.

Scottish Drugs Forum (SDF) is Scotland's national resource of expertise on drugs and related issues. Established in 1986, SDF is a membership-based organisation. We seek to lead and represent the drugs field in Scotland in order to improve Scotland's response to problem drug use. SDF works with policy makers, service planners and commissioners, service managers and staff as well as people who use or have used services to ensure service quality and evidence-based policy and practice. SDF's work involves joint and partnership working within the drugs field and related fields in Scotland and beyond and we welcome the active engagement of members and other stakeholders in our work. SDF's work is funded by a range of funders including the Scottish Government, The Big Lottery Fund, charitable trusts, health boards, local authorities and others.

We are the nation's heart charity and the largest independent funder of cardiovascular research. Our pioneering research has helped to transform the lives of people living with heart and circulatory conditions. Our work has been central to the discoveries of vital treatments that are helping to change the face of the UK's fight against heart disease.

The Teapot Trust children’s charity uses art therapy as a way of helping young people cope with long term medical conditions. We know that these conditions can cause anxiety, anger or upset for children and families. Art therapy provides a way of expressing and dealing with feelings, helping children to feel more in control and to cope with their condition.

Sported is a leading Sport for Change charity, helping to transform the lives of disadvantaged young people across the UK. We’re a membership organisation, working with over 3000 amazing community groups and organisations that are using the power of sport to tackle the root causes of some of society’s biggest problems, and giving disadvantaged young people the opportunities to succeed in life. We support the inspirational local heroes and heroines that run these clubs by providing free business and financial support so that they have the skills, knowledge and resources to continue their amazing work. We have a network of volunteer business mentors who work with our members on a one-to-one basis, providing expert consultancy on a range of business issues.

The Lions Gate is a permaculture project that aims to improve the health and well-being of people and planet. We are developing two urban garden spaces at Edinburgh Napier University – one is a rooftop kitchen allotment where we intend to develop a circular food economy, the other is a garden space for staff, students and volunteers to work and unwind closer to nature. The Lions Gate aims to effect real change within the university, the local community and at a policy level with regards living and working more ecologically and in tune with nature’s seasons. We are also looking at ways that digital technology can assist in helping with this. We also hope to develop a ‘living sustainability’ module within the university that can be accessed by all. Key to success of the project is to provide healthy, inspiring spaces and opportunities for students, staff and the local community to realise their strengths, work collaboratively with others and co-develop solutions to the ecological concerns of the present. The project provides opportunities to; garden, plant food forests, sensory, herb gardens and fruit tree guilds, build structures such as ponds, staging, raised beds, seating and tables, bee hotels etc, administrate work, develop digital interactions, get dirty, have fun and meet like-minded people – all contributing to improvements in health for people and the planet.

Whizz-Kidz aim to transform the lives of young wheelchair users aged between 2 and 25. We do this by providing life changing mobility equipment, exciting youth groups and wheelchair skills training. There are sometimes extra opportunities, such as volunteering at a residential camp.

Aberlour aims to improve the wellbeing and opportunities of children, young people affected by parental substance abuse. The befriending service aims to provide support to these children, giving them the opportunity to have fun & take part in activities in their local area.

To provide guide dogs and other rehabilitation services that meet the needs of the blind and partially sighted people. Guide dogs want a world in which all people who are blind and partially sighted to enjoy the same rights, opportunities and responsibilities as everyone else.

The Link will host our After School Club and Out of School Childcare activities. It will also be open to the public for a wide range of uses, including café, soft play, rooms for hire, workshops, groups, etc. We currently host a parents/tots group, a teen club and a weekly lunch club for vulnerable older people, and are currently refurbishing the interior to make the space attractive and fit for a wide range of other uses. The Link will operate as a social enterprise, as sustainably as possible, with the aim of being able to invest in the garden and outdoor space through a combination of grants and self-generated income

We provide learning opportunities designed around the needs of individuals in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in local venues. We offer a wide range of learning activities to encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to get into learning. This includes literacy and numeracy, digital/IT, family learning and parenting, lipreading and deaf awareness, ESOL and other short courses aiming to build confidence in essential areas of life.

Our vision is a world without heart and circulatory diseases. We raise money to research cures and treatments, so we can beat heartbreak forever.

Save the Children is a child rights organisation. We work in 120 countries worldwide, funding programmes and advocating our cause to change children's lives. Our work spans both ongoing development programmes and emergency response, including in the UK. Our volunteering opportunities are based in the UK only. The general public get involved by volunteering, donating, fundraising and campaigning.

The CLAN Charity Shop plays a vital role in raising funds for CLAN. CLAN Cancer Support is a well-established, local charity providing emotional and practical support to people affected by cancer, their family, carers and friends in Aberdeen and the North of Scotland.

We’re a social enterprise based in Granton which collects waste wood from anywhere across Edinburgh and the Lothians. We assess what portion of the waste wood can be reused instead of being chipped, which reduces landfill use and the production of methane gas. We sell quality used timber and upcycled furniture and other items. We also provide work experience, volunteering and training opportunities, including employability training for vulnerable young people

Every day Royal Voluntary Service helps thousands of older people to live the life they want. We provide practical services in homes, in hospitals and in communities all across Scotland so people can be independent and active. Royal Voluntary Service is one of the largest voluntary organisations and much of our work is supporting older people. We provide practical solutions to the everyday problems of loneliness and isolation. Anyone who volunteers for Royal Voluntary Service knows that they are joining a charity which people trust - our style is practical, positive, personal and professional. RVS is commited to being an Investing in Volunteers organisation.

A community based financial service with the ethos of people helping each other.

The Hands on Project provides Befriending and in-house practical assistance for the elderly, disabled and those who are housebound. Volunteers from the local community are recruited and trained to carry out the tasks requested and are supported by a Volunteer Development Officer.

Healthy n Happy is a community development trust and our key purpose is to provide community members in Cambuslang and Rutherglen with the opportunity to take an active part in improving their lives and in ensuring their own, their family, and their community’s current and future health and wellbeing.

CCI engages people with support needs in projects which make a significant contribution to local communities. We build community gardens, work on nature reserves and public art works. Volunteers work alongside groups sharing skills.

Children's Panel members are ordinary people like you who have chosen to do something extraordinary. Children's Panel members make decisions about the welfare of vulnerable children and young people and what needs to be done to support and protect children and young people.

Families with children under five years old can find life difficult and stressful at times. Home-Start Perth was set up to help such families. Trained volunteers visit families in their own homes, usually on a weekly basis, and offer non-judgemental practical and emotional support, helping to build the family's confidence and ability to cope. Our volunteers come from all walks of life and are normally parents themselves. Support is available to any parent or carer with at least one child under 5 years of age. Homestart Perth also runs family groups in Blairgowrie and Coupar Angus for children up to the age of 3 and Infant Massage classes to new parents.

Sustrans is the leading sustainable transport charity. We aim to enable people to travel by foot, bike or public transport for more of their everyday journeys. We work with communities, schools, universities and workplaces across Scotland to encourage healthy and sustainable travel choices. Sustrans Scotland also works with communities and councils throughout the country to create safer and more attractive environments for walking and cycling by building and improving infrastructure. We promote and coordinate over 2,000 miles of National Cycle Network in Scotland, working with our partners to maintain and expand the Network.

To provide services which support people with special needs to live in the community, including in particular people with learning or physical disabilities which services shall include the provision by way of purchase, leasing, construction, improvement, maintenance and management of residential accommodation whether owned by the Company or otherwise and the promotion either directly or indirectly of employment opportunities for people with special needs

Ability Shetland supports the efforts of disabled people to realise their full potential in all areas of life. In addition to providing advice and information to service users and service providers, Ability Shetland runs a variety of clubs and recreational activities throughout the year.

To provide residential care and short break opportunities (respite care) to sixteen older people as well as ten day care places between Monday and Friday. The care is offered in Christ's name and we seek to retain and regain the highest quality of life which the individual is capable of experiencing at any given time.

The Visitor Centre provides a welcoming venue for locals and visitors to the area. The Cafe provides delicious homebakes and light lunches all made to order as well as space to display items collected and preserved. The Centre includes weaving machinery, local items and an interpretation of the Hoswick Whale case. One of the main focuses is the unique wireless collection, which follows radio, domestic marine and military equipment form the early 1900's through to the mobile phone innovation of today.

To promote international friendship and understanding by welcoming international students as guests in British homes. HOST arranges for adult international students studying in the UK to spend a day or weekend in a British home, thereby helping them to feel welcom in the UK, and promoting cultural exchange and international friendship.

Aberdeen City Council Countryside Ranger Service is committed to working for a biodiverse, best value and socially inclusive future for all the City's countryside resources. It works in partnership to offer quality environmental education and recreational opportunities for all.

The aim of the Dicks hIll creche is to provide high quality, affordable childcare for pre-school age children primarily liviing in the Dicks Hill are of Stranraer. This provision will be available each day between Monday and Thursday. Parents involved in employment, education or training can be assured that the Dicks Hill Creche will offer a safe, caring place for their children to play.

The Scottish Invasive Species Initiative aims to establish and support a network of local organisations and volunteers to engage with their local river environment and implement community-based, strategic invasive non-native species management over approximately 29,500 sq km of northern Scotland. The Trust is the Aberdeenshire partner organisation delivering awareness and engagement activities about the freshwater environment and the management of INNS (Invasive Non-Native Species). The Trust undertakes practical management of INNS, biological surveys, education and outreach activities and provides training and support to encourage others to contribute to INNS management.

Combining military and community activities enables us to offer our 45,000 young people a unique blend of personal development opportunities, all designed to promote fun and friendship while also helping them prepare for success in their chosen path in life, whatever that might turn out to be.

To reduce harms and risks in relation to health, criminal justice, substance misuse/recovery.

To promote any charitable purposes for the benefit of the community in Dundee and surrounding areas by the advancement of education, the protection of health and the relief of poverty, sickness and distress. To ensure that individuals do not suffer throug

Greenspace West Dunbartonshire are a section of West Dunbartonshire Council

To provide recreational activities for children in the Hamilton area, particularly within Whitehill, Hillhouse and Burnbank, by providing play facilities and activities which promote children's social, emotional, creative, physical and intellectual development; To advance the education and social development of children in Hamilton, particularly within Whitehill, Hillhouse and Burnbank so that they become successful learners, confident individuals , responsible citizens and effective contributors , enabling them to take a constructive place in the community. To further develop and enhance the education of parents, carers and other appropriate persons; and The advancement of education through the provision of training in the skills associated with the care and supervision of children.

OFF's purposes are to preserve and advance public education in, and appreciation of, Orkney as a venue for ethnic, traditional and contemporary folk music and cultural activities, by promoting, or assisting in the provision of, concerts, recitals, workshops and more for the benefit, enjoyment and education of the local and visiting public. Also to organise and deliver an annual festival of folk music in Orkney; raise the awareness of, and provide a platform within and outwith Orkney for native Orcadian folk music, dance and cultural activities while offering support and encouragement to local musicians, new and established, to contribute on the local, national and international stage.

The projects main philosophy has been to create opportunities for children and young people from Dundee’s most deprived areas to participate in physical activity and sport, along with using sport as a tool to raise attainment levels, increase employability prospects and reduce anti-social behaviour levels. The team delivers 6 main programmes; Participation Programme, Diversionary Programme, Learn Thru Sport Programme, Springboard Programme, Volunteer Development Programme and Holiday Programme.

Promoting learning opportunities, particularly in the fields of healthy living, improving literacy, active citizenship, the recognition of achievement and employability, promoting a broad range of non-formal but structured group learning activities for public benefit. Supporting people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds to become more involved in planning their own learning programmes and their continued development. Engaging with the most vulnerable people and groups and planning programmes with them which will help them to reach their full potential. Working with young people to plan and support their own learning and achievement programmes. Offering guidance and support to groups and individuals who would like to broaden their learning opportunities and gain accreditation monitoring and evaluating the association’s activities with a view to ensuring continuous improvement.

Support Fostering Scotland encourages the prevention or relief of poverty, the advancement of education, the advancement of health for children and young people and children with disabilities or health problems.

Orkney Library & Archive provides a wide range of services, many of them free of charge. We welcome everybody, whether a resident of Orkney or visitor and provide free internet access on our computers or free WiFi connection if you would rather use your own device. Orkney Archive is housed within the main building in Kirkwall and is the place to go if you want to learn about the history and culture of Orkney.

Our Club is run to bring the infirm elderly away from 4 walls, give them caring, friendship, listen to stories help them in any way we can. We cook them a home-made meal, provide entertainment, keep an eye on them when not well and visit to the hospital. They also meet new friends. We have 23 clients every thursday the club is run.

Craigsfarm Community Development Project (CFCDP) is here to promote the social, physical, mental and economic wellbeing of the Craigshill Community. We do this by providing a safe and inclusive place, where people can come together to socialise, lead and take part in community projects.

Grampian Housing Association, with its subsidiaries, Kirkgate Developments and TLC Housing Maintenance, is a leading provider of social housing and related services throughout the North East of Scotland. The Association is a Registered Social Landlord and Charity, with a portfolio of 3500+ homes under management and an annual turnover of over £18m.

As a modern social enterprise and Scottish charity (SC036358), Transition Extreme uses urban sports and their cultures to attract and engage the local youth population. Transition Extreme supports and assists children and young people to make positive life transitions. As a leading Aberdeen-based youth charity and social enterprise, we do this by providing a wide range of innovative sports, creative arts, diversionary, employability, educational and enterprise activities. Our Extreme Sports Centre, now attracts over 80,000 visits per annum, provides year round indoor & outdoor facilities including; rock climbing, a high ropes course, skatepark, martial arts facilities, creative arts zone and cafe/community facilities. We pride ourselves in being completely inclusive, with something available for all abilities. Through projects like our Community Activity Fund (CAF) and our climbing harness we can provide sessions for young people with additional support needs. Our staff have also received training from the National Autistic Society and have a good understanding of autism and are happy to help set up sessions based on any requirements you may have. Located in a prime location at Aberdeen Beachfront we are easily accessible, supporting the community in harnessing their energy to reach their full potential.

Forfar Albion F.C. are a Scottish junior football club - train and play the league with hope of having a positive impact on Junior Football.

The Hard of Hearing Group have trained volunteers who can provide help and support with the following: 1. tubing, minor repairs, ear mould cleaning and battery replacement 2. Advice on how to clean your hearing aids and how to get the most out of your hearing aids 3. Information and signposting to other services and an introduction to other useful equipment. For further information contact direct. Also offer a care home service, including a free comprehensive service which will enable staff to be able to give further support to residents who are hard of hearing. Their training and support programme includes: •Care and maintenance of hearing aids training - cleaning, re-tubing and changing batteries and Deaf Awareness training. •Follow up support on a monthly basis by a volunteer for up to six months, reducing to bi-monthly when staff are competent. •Further training given to new staff when necessary.

Sunny Garden: Bilingual (Russian-English) Playgroup provide a safe, caring bilingual environment which will promote a child’s health, individuality and dignity, and an opportunity for fun, learning through play, socialising with adults and children from a wide range of cultures free from any discrimination. We aim to provide and support knowledge and education that encourages children’s physical, social, emotional, intellectual and creative development through a wide range of activities suitable for their age range.

We are equipped to deal with any issue from anyone spanning debt and employment to benefits housing and immigration

Royal Voluntary Service is an age-positive organsation. Our aim is to enable older people to live the life they choose and we recruit and support volunteers who assist with this. Our volunteers are a diverse group of enthusiastic people recruited throughout the community. We provide transport and good neighbours services which incorporate most social, medical and welfare activities that older people wish to take part in.

Rosewell House is a respite and rehabilitation facility for adults in Aberdeen. We provide the best care and support to people. We are located in the West end at the corner of Kings Gate and Summerhill Road.

Coastwatch Scotland, Irvine, is solely manned by a team of volunteers of varying skills and ages. We provide a lookout and listening station which monitors activity on the beach, the seashore, the river and the beach park to ensure the safety and the wellbeing of the public and any mariners within four mile off shore in conjunction with the HM Coastguard and the Police.

Independent Living includes, Support at Home, Transport Support, Mobility Aids, (wheelchair lending) HASM (Hand,Arm& Shoulder massage) and Family Tracing. All services are delivered by trained volunteers.

Youth Services.

To provide those with visual and physical disabilities the opportunity to experience Scouting.

The Eric Liddell Centre, situated at Holy Corner in Edinburgh, provides a registered day care service for people with a diagnosis of dementia and a programme for carers including a befriending service and short breaks through a range of courses and events held throughout the city. The Centre also offers excellent office accommodation for small charities or organisations and quality meeting facilities for a range of educational, health, arts & culture, charitable, community and children's groups in its conveniently located premises at the heart of the community.

Crossroads Fife Central offers respite to carers who care for people of all ages with a disability or illness. This respite comes in the form of short breaks in the person's home or staff can take the cared for person out. This support is provided by contacting Crossroads to make a referral. The service can be purchased through direct payments, self directed support or private purchase or is free-funded by Fife Council social work department and Fife NHS - there is a waiting list for this service.

C-Change supports people that have learning disabilities and other additional support needs to have real positive change in their lives regardless of their age or circumstances. Our work is based on a Human Rights Approach, empowering people to live their life to its fullest potential whilst being active citizens within their community. Dates-n-mates actively supports meaningful relationships for adults with learning disabilities in a fun and safe environment.

Mead Medical Services recognises the Principles of Care identified by the National Care Standards and is working to ensure they are upheld. Mead Medical Services is working to ensure the service provided has a positive influence on the service user and service users rights are promoted. Our commitment to our service users means we not only value our service users highly, but we also constantly help our staff develop their skills and abilities to meet the varied needs of our service users. Where the service is providing nursing care the manager will ensure there is a suitably qualified registered nurse working at the care home, sufficient to meet the nursing requirements of service users. Where a registered nurse is not working in the care home a practitioner, as defined by the SSSC, will be in charge of the care home and a registered nurse will be on call. Staff are aware of the following: - the Care Standard requirements of the building to support a quality service and promote a positive experience for service users. - the experience, knowledge and understanding required for staff to be employed in the home to meet the needs of service users. - the need for the management in the home to provide a system which ensures that all legislative requirements are met and that service users' rights are promoted.

We provide a high standard of care and offer appropriate levels of support for Carers in Perth and Kinross. Giving carers respite we enable those who have a degree of physical and/or mental frailty to remain as independent as possible, to improve their quality of life and to delay possible admission to residential nursing home care.

Dundee City Council Sheltered Housing Service provides housing and support services for older people throughout Dundee. We aim to have a sheltered housing service where our tenants are respected, have choices in the services they receive and are able to lead independent and fulfilling lives free from restraint in a safe environment. Services include the provision of social activities to help maintain well being and reduce isolation. Volunteers help organise and run a range of activities within the communal areas such as crafts, games and entertainment. Volunteers support groups and individual tenants to take part.

The SHRUB Co-op aims to reduce waste by providing a platform for people to engage with sustainability. It is student-led, but anybody can get involved. We run a Swapshop, where people can swap their ‘waste’ things for items swapped in by others, a Freeshop (for members of the co-operative), a beginners Bicycle repair and maintenance workshop, upcycling and upskilling workshops, Social Justice Movie Nights, and host a food-sharing group who tackle food waste.

As Scotland’s animal welfare charity, we’ve been on-hand to protect animals and prevent cruelty for 180 years. Over almost two centuries, we’ve grown to become a national charity which celebrates the strength of the human-animal bond and enriches the lives of animals and people. We champion animal welfare and encourage respect and kindness for animals across all our communities We educate people of all ages about the welfare of animals in our mission to eradicate animal cruelty and create a better future for all of us We promote the importance of the human/animal bond, and the myriad medical, social and psychological advantages gained from animal companionship We bring those who abuse animals to justice We care for, rescue, rehabilitate, release and rehome We are Scotland’s animal champions. Investigating abuse across Scotland, we’re proud to be at the forefront of preventing cruelty to animals. As the only animal charity in the UK recognised as a reporting agency to the Crown Office, our inspectors enforce the Animal Health and Welfare (Scotland) Act 2006. We are a completely separate charity from the RSPCA, which helps animals in England and Wales. Donations are vital because we receive no government funding.

Employability Orkney provides a range of sustainable supported employment, training and volunteering opportunities which promote social inclusion for those furthest from the labour market. Our social enterprise Restart Orkney sells furniture, household items, white goods and clothing at affordable prices.

The primary aim of the club is to provide opportunities for all members to integrate socially and educationally in a warm friendly environment. This enables the club to: Promote social welfare for disabled people of all ages; educational and recreational opportunities, thereby encouraging greater independence of disabled individuals; encourage by the involvement and participation of the whole family, greater support to the disabled persons and thereby develop greater support between families. The Family Disabled Club is able to offer a wide variety of activities such as Swimming, Woodwork, Cookery, Computers, Arts & Crafts, Music, and Community Lounge. Each week the attendance of individuals and groups may change, everyone still has the opportunity to access the activities that interested them. This group have achieved their primary aim by encouraging involvement and participation for all family members. The social and educational opportunities give greater independence therefore creating a much nicer overall experience.

We empower individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders.

Advancement of religion

A community workshop offering opportunities for people to meet and undertake creative, physical and purposeful activities thus reducing isolation and improving physical and mental wellbeing.

RSPB Scotland is part of the RSPB, the country’s largest nature conservation charity, inspiring everyone to give nature a home. Together with our partners, we protect threatened birds and wildlife so our towns, coast and countryside will teem with life once again. We play a leading role in BirdLife International, a worldwide partnership of nature conservation organisations.

Juno aims to provide peer support for Mums and Mums to be suffering from perinatal mental health difficulties

The University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute has a strong commitment to outreach and training - placing archaeology in the community and using our experience to train local volunteers in archaeological techniques. We have a dedicated Lifelong Learning and Outreach Archaeologist who has developed close links with both local groups and national funding organisations enabling communities to develop their own outreach and training programmes.

Faith centre of worship for the local community and for the advancement of religion.

To provide high quality housing and support for older people in need or at risk in Scotland.

Befriending/Mentoring

To mitigate the effects of peverty by the provision of food parcels to clients referred by a range of agencies

The advancement of public participation in sport through the promotion, practising and playing of Rugby Football and other sports in Galashiels and district and elsewhere. The provision of recreational facilities and organised sporting pursuits to improve the well-being, health and conditions of life for the community in Galashiels and district, through participation in sport, educational and social activities in the furtherance of these objects.

Aberdeen Maritime Museum tells the story of the city's long relationship with the Sea. This award-winning museum is located on the historic Shiprow and incorporates Provost Ross's House, which was built in 1593. The Maritime Museum houses a unique collection covering shipbuilding, fast sailing ships, fishing and port history. It is also the only place in the UK where you can see displays on the North Sea oil and gas industry. Aberdeen Maritime Museum offers visitors a spectacular viewpoint over the busy harbour.

Food Train began in Dumfries in 1995 following a community survey of older people that found many of them struggling with their weekly grocery shopping; an idea was developed to ease this burden on older people. A partnership of local shops and volunteers formed and Food Train began making deliveries of fresh groceries to older people in need with the help of local volunteers and shops. Food Train operated very successfully in Dumfries town area between 1995 and 2002 but the founder members knew there was potential to expand the service across the region. A four year funding package from the Scottish Executive ‘Better Neighbourhood Services Fund' awarded in 2002 allowed staff to be recruited to develop Food Train and deliver grocery support across all Dumfries & Galloway. By 2006 the grocery delivery service was fully operational across the region and the Board focused on the evidenced needs of the members and developed Food Train 'EXTRA' - an additional home support service. More recently a third service has been added in Dumfries & Galloway, again responding to the needs of our members with a befriending service helping those experiencing isolation and loneliness. In 2008 we began researching, planning and preparing to expand Food Train into other parts of Scotland. With support from The Scottish Government, Community Food & Health (Scotland) and The Rank Foundation, we have been able to expand Food Train into West Lothian, Stirling, Dundee, Glasgow, Renfrewshire and North Ayrshire, providing food access solutions to many more older people and clearly demonstrating our ability to transfer our successful model geographically. Food Train is now a thriving multi award winning Charity supporting older people in 7 local authority areas in Scotland, with a view to developing further and wider across Scotland to bring food access to all Scotland's older folk.

PAMIS is the only registered charity in Scotland working solely with people with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) and complex healthcare needs, and their family carers. It is acknowledged as a centre of excellence for research, education and service development in the area of PMLD both nationally and internationally.

Sistema Scotland’s mission is to create permanent social change in some of the most deprived communities in Scotland. We use participation in our Big Noise orchestra programmes to change lives by fostering confidence, discipline, teamwork, pride and aspiration in the children and young people.

Sue Ryder Charity Shops raise millions of pounds each year to enable our charity to deliver hospice and neurological care for more conditions than any other UK charity.

CAPS is an independent advocacy organisation for people who use or have used mental health services. We are completely independent from the people who fund us and those who provide other services to the people we work with. We provide individual and collective advocacy in East Lothian and Midlothian. We also host several experience-led projects across Lothian.

Promote reuse and recycling of waste and leftover textiles while celebrating multicultural diversity

Scotland's Gardens raises money for over 250 charities each year by encouraging, supporting and promoting garden owners to open their gardens for charity.

The advancement of community development principally within the Community; the advancement of education and social welfare principally within the Community the provision of recreational facilities principally within the Community

Charity providing transport for disabled and elderly.

Health All Round is a registered charity promoting physical, emotional and social wellbeing in the local community through activities including community groups, exercise classes, counselling, walking groups, healthy eating advice and other forms of one-to-one and group support. We work to reduce health inequalities in the local area and aim to continually develop our services in consultation with the local community. We are committed to diversity and equality and welcome volunteers from all sections of society.

Scottish Blind Golf Society are the only registered charity which is a voluntarily run organisation, providing quality competition and training in golf for registered blind and visually impaired people in Scotland, recognised as a governing body by The Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews. Since its humble beginnings in 1982, the "SBGS" has now developed into a well organised sports body where you can compete at local and national level as well as being the outlet for it's members to play in international events throughout the world.

To arrange activities and social contact between the visually impaired in the East Kilbride.

We are a leading cancer charity. We carry out world-class research inot the biology and causes of cancer, to develop effective treatments and improve the quality of life for cancer patients. To reduce the number of people getting cancer. To provide authoritative information on cancer. Shops and volunteers raise vital funds for the above.

Home-Start Deeside is a voluntary organisation committed to promoting the positive sides to family life. Many parents can feel overwhelmed or exhausted by the stresses and difficulties of everyday life. All too often they have no close family members or friends who can give them encouragement, support or breathing space when they most need it. This is where Home-Start Deeside can help. We provide volunteers who regularly visit families in their own homes to provide practical help, support and friendship. All our volunteers are parents themselves so they understand the pressures and demands that often come with the job. Our support is free, confidential and non-judgemental.

Relationships Scotland Orkney (RSO) is a voluntary organisation affiliated to the national body Relationships Scotland. RSO provides a range of services to support; individuals, couples, children, young people, families, and promotes positive and respectful relationships in our community. As a member of COSCA our services are delivered by qualified practitioners who adhere to their Code of Ethics and Standards. RSO is part of a national network of services which provide Help and Support for Separated Families (HSSF) Individual and Relationship Counselling provides a safe, confidential space where those experiencing difficulties can explore them and find ways of moving forward. Family Mediation helps parents whose relationship has broken down to communicate with each other and to make practical arrangements for their children. Family Link Workers in our Family Connections Project can help families to work towards reducing conflict, strengthen relationships and improve wellbeing. Child Contact Centre staff help children and young people affected by family breakdown to keep in touch with parents they no longer live with and family who are important to them. Youth Counselling and Play Therapy helps younger family members to explore difficulties and worries with qualified Youth Counsellors and Play Therapists. Substance Misuse Support is available for families affected by alcohol or drug misuse. We offer the CRAFT programme for family members to help their loved ones engage in treatment. Parenting Apart helps co-parents understand the impact of separation and divorce on them and their children. For more information please visit our website or contact us.

The PDSA is the leading Veterinary charity, treating over 4,650 sick and injured animals daily. PDSA's mission is, 'To care for the pets of needy people by providing free veterinary services to their sick and injured animals and promoting responsible pet ownership'.

Cats Protections objective is to ensure cats within the UK have the best life they can. The Key objective to achieve this is through homing cats that come into Cats Protection care to suitable homes, and providing support through, neutering all the cats within Cats Protection care before or after rehoming or by undertaking Trap Neuter - return projects to reduce the numbers of feral cats + communication. We also strive to educate the public on the best way to achieve a healthy and happy cat through education, behavioural and general cat care advice.

The charity provides specialist family support services across Tayside and Fife, to help families and children in particular with their difficulties around separation, divorce and family relationship breakdown. WE aim to help minimise or eliminate the negative short, medium and long term impact this has on adults and children, and empower them to manage their difficulties better, or to overcome their difficulties altogether. We provide fully accredited Family Mediation, Relationship Counselling, Children and Young Persons Counselling, Family Therapy, Psychosexual Therapy, Parenting Apart Groups and Child Contact Centres.

The Inclusion Group aims to promote the inclusion of children, young people and adults with additional support needs in mainstream education & leisure, in doing so enabling them to access the same opportunities as their peers, regardless of needs or abilities.

Aberdeen Multicultural Centre is a user led charity, dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of the diverse communities in Aberdeen. AMC encourages co-operation and integration amongst diverse community groups as well as building harmony and exchanging cultural and language diversity within the communities. The organization’s vibrant aims are to support communities and the society from social, economic, welfare and environmental perspectives. AMC would like to see greater social integration, remove social isolation organising different cultural activities and improve economic life through community development projects.

Our vision is for our community to be one in which every parent has the support they need to give their children the best possible start in life. Our volunteers visit families at home each week for a couple of hours, supporting parents with young children who are finding it difficult for many reasons. They provide non-judgemental practical and emotional support and help build the family’s confidence and ability to cope. We are also developing some family groups.

St Giles’ Cathedral is the historic City Church of Edinburgh. With its famed crown spire it stands on the Royal Mile between Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Also known as the High Kirk of Edinburgh, it is the Mother Church of Presbyterianism and contains the Chapel of the Order of the Thistle (Scotland’s chivalric company of knights and Ladies chosen by The Queen.)

Sacro aims to promote community safety across Scotland through providing high quality services to reduce conflict and offending. Sacro is committed to developing new and innovative ways of working and influencing the development of Government policies and of legislation. It provides services in conflict resolution, criminal justice and restorative justice and reparation. These services are based on the values of mutual respect, recognising and valuing diversity, personal responsibility, society's responsibility to all its members, capacity for change and working together to reduce conflict and repair harm. Sacro also provides consultancy and training services in community mediation and schools work.

AdvoCard is a service user-led, independent advocacy organisation. Our services are primarily for people with experience of mental ill-health in Edinburgh. We provide opportunities for people to participate more effectively in decisions that affect all aspects of their lives. Individual advocacy – trained volunteers and paid workers assist people around the wide range of issues that affect their lives. AdvoCard has offices serving both community-based service users, as well as hospital inpatients. Collective advocacy – AdvoCard supports groups of people who use mental health services. The group members support each other, as well as campaigning on common issues.

At Leonard Cheshire Disability, we work for a society in which every person is equally valued. We believe that disabled people should have the freedom to live their lives the way they choose - with the opportunity and support to live independently, to contribute economically, and to participate fully in society. We campaign for change & provide innovative services that give disabled people the opportunity to live life their way. Leonard Cheshire Disability operates in 51 countries around the world, working with 21,000 people in the UK.

Home-Start East Fife provides support for families by recruiting and training volunteers to work with and support parents with young children. Volunteers visit families in their own homes and provide vital support in many diverse situations, which can include illness, disability, post-natal depression, isolation, bereavement and multiple births. In addition to home visiting support, we also run Family Support Groups where children and families meet in a child-safe environment and are involved in a range of activities together.