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East Lothian Third Sector Update 10/12/2024
Funding & Grants, Government & Legislation, Opportunities & Vacancies, Organisational Updates, Training & Events, Community & Wellbeing, Volunteer Insights Sharon Young 10/12/2024 Funding & Grants, Government & Legislation, Opportunities & Vacancies, Organisational Updates, Training & Events, Community & Wellbeing, Volunteer Insights Sharon Young 10/12/2024

East Lothian Third Sector Update 10/12/2024

Welcome to the latest Third Sector Update for East Lothian.

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VCEL Monthly Funding Update | December 2024
Funding & Grants, Organisational Updates Sharon Young 03/12/2024 Funding & Grants, Organisational Updates Sharon Young 03/12/2024

VCEL Monthly Funding Update | December 2024

Welcome to the latest funding update from Volunteer Centre East Lothian.

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East Lothian Third Sector Update | 26/11/2024
Funding & Grants, Government & Legislation, Opportunities & Vacancies, Organisational Updates, Training & Events, Community & Wellbeing, Volunteer Insights Sharon Young 26/11/2024 Funding & Grants, Government & Legislation, Opportunities & Vacancies, Organisational Updates, Training & Events, Community & Wellbeing, Volunteer Insights Sharon Young 26/11/2024

East Lothian Third Sector Update | 26/11/2024

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Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund for Adults Year 4 – Deadline Approaching
Funding & Grants Gordon Scott 25/11/2024 Funding & Grants Gordon Scott 25/11/2024

Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund for Adults Year 4 – Deadline Approaching

A gentle reminder that the application deadline for Year 4 is 29/11/2024 at 11:59 PM.

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East Lothian Third Sector Update | 12/11/2024
Funding & Grants, Government & Legislation, Opportunities & Vacancies, Organisational Updates, Training & Events, Community & Wellbeing, Volunteer Insights Sharon Young 12/11/2024 Funding & Grants, Government & Legislation, Opportunities & Vacancies, Organisational Updates, Training & Events, Community & Wellbeing, Volunteer Insights Sharon Young 12/11/2024

East Lothian Third Sector Update | 12/11/2024

Welcome to the latest Third Sector Update for East Lothian.

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VCEL Monthly Funding Update | November 2024
Funding & Grants, Community & Wellbeing, Government & Legislation, Organisational Updates Sharon Young 04/11/2024 Funding & Grants, Community & Wellbeing, Government & Legislation, Organisational Updates Sharon Young 04/11/2024

VCEL Monthly Funding Update | November 2024

Welcome to the latest funding update from Volunteer Centre East Lothian.

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NOLB - Quick Grants Programme
Funding & Grants, Government & Legislation Sharon Young 01/11/2024 Funding & Grants, Government & Legislation Sharon Young 01/11/2024

NOLB - Quick Grants Programme

The Quick Grants programme will open for applications on Thursday 24th October 2024. Completed application forms should be submitted no later than 5pm Thursday 7th November.

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Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund for Adults Year 4 – NOW OPEN
Funding & Grants Gordon Scott 30/09/2024 Funding & Grants Gordon Scott 30/09/2024

Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund for Adults Year 4 – NOW OPEN

Grant Award Level: £2,000 - £25,000 | Application Deadline: 29/11/2024 @ 11:59pm

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East Lothian Third Sector Update | 13/08/2024
Opportunities & Vacancies, Community & Wellbeing, Government & Legislation, Organisational Updates, Volunteer Insights, Funding & Grants, Training & Events Sharon Young 15/08/2024 Opportunities & Vacancies, Community & Wellbeing, Government & Legislation, Organisational Updates, Volunteer Insights, Funding & Grants, Training & Events Sharon Young 15/08/2024

East Lothian Third Sector Update | 13/08/2024

Dear Colleague,

Welcome to the latest Third Sector Update for East Lothian.

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Suicide Prevention action research guidance - DEADLINE EXTENSION 16 AUGUST 12PM
Community & Wellbeing, Funding & Grants Sharon Young 11/07/2024 Community & Wellbeing, Funding & Grants Sharon Young 11/07/2024

Suicide Prevention action research guidance - DEADLINE EXTENSION 16 AUGUST 12PM

Creating Hope Together to reduce deaths by suicide whilst also addressing the inequalities that can lead to suicidality requires exploring different approaches that work for different communities.

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VCEL Monthly Funding Update | June 2024
Funding & Grants Sharon Young 19/06/2024 Funding & Grants Sharon Young 19/06/2024

VCEL Monthly Funding Update | June 2024

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East Lothian Third Sector Update | 17/05/2024
Volunteer Insights, Organisational Updates, Government & Legislation, Training & Events, Funding & Grants, Community & Wellbeing, Opportunities & Vacancies Sharon Young 17/05/2024 Volunteer Insights, Organisational Updates, Government & Legislation, Training & Events, Funding & Grants, Community & Wellbeing, Opportunities & Vacancies Sharon Young 17/05/2024

East Lothian Third Sector Update | 17/05/2024

Welcome to the latest Third Sector Update for East Lothian.

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Fair Funding Survey
Funding & Grants Sharon Young 17/05/2024 Funding & Grants Sharon Young 17/05/2024

Fair Funding Survey

Gathering thoughts and opinions from the third sector regarding the Scottish government’s plan to deliver fair funding by 2026

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VCEL Monthly Funding Update | April 2024
Funding & Grants Sharon Young 18/04/2024 Funding & Grants Sharon Young 18/04/2024

VCEL Monthly Funding Update | April 2024

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VCEL Monthly Funding Update | March 2024
Funding & Grants Gordon Scott 26/03/2024 Funding & Grants Gordon Scott 26/03/2024

VCEL Monthly Funding Update | March 2024

Our latest funding bulletin is now available. If your organisation is looking for grants, there may be help available here.

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VCEL Monthly Funding Update | February 2024
Funding & Grants Sharon Young 01/03/2024 Funding & Grants Sharon Young 01/03/2024

VCEL Monthly Funding Update | February 2024

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Help during the cost of living crisis | East Lothian Council
Community & Wellbeing, Funding & Grants SarahCreat.es 26/02/2024 Community & Wellbeing, Funding & Grants SarahCreat.es 26/02/2024

Help during the cost of living crisis | East Lothian Council

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East Lothian Third Sector Update | 20/02/2024
Training & Events, Volunteer Insights, Organisational Updates, Government & Legislation, Funding & Grants SarahCreat.es 20/02/2024 Training & Events, Volunteer Insights, Organisational Updates, Government & Legislation, Funding & Grants SarahCreat.es 20/02/2024

East Lothian Third Sector Update | 20/02/2024

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Funding for youth groups - information and consultation event
Funding & Grants SarahCreat.es 12/02/2024 Funding & Grants SarahCreat.es 12/02/2024

Funding for youth groups - information and consultation event

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VCEL Monthly Funding Update | January 2023
Funding & Grants SarahCreat.es 12/02/2024 Funding & Grants SarahCreat.es 12/02/2024

VCEL Monthly Funding Update | January 2023

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Us & The Community

VCEL runs a number of community services and initiatives that support local people. Here you’ll find information which might be of benefit if you live within East Lothian

Directory

Browse our online directory of voluntary organisations to learn about services and activities available in East Lothian.

Support & Wellbeing

Find information here on wellbeing support services available to young people and adults in East Lothian.

Training & Events

We host a number of different workshops, training sessions and other events in East Lothian which are open to all.

Volunteering Opportunities

Search our list of volunteering opportunities to find something that suits your own interests and availability.

Awards

Recognising and celebrating the achievements of East Lothian’s volunteers is such a special highlight every year.

Community Pantry

The Fa’side Community Food Pantry is free and open to all. Find opening times and details here. Donations welcome!

Kindness Cafe

East Lothian Lottery

Support for Young People

Employability

Community FAQs

Us & Organisations

VCEL provides a whole range of information and services for local organisations working in East Lothian. You can find out more here

Recruiting Volunteers

Looking for volunteers or wanting to register opportunities for individuals or businesses to get involved with your cause? Here’s how

Social Enterprise

More on what social enterprises are and how they play a vital role in the community.

Start Ups

Being inspired to set up a charity, community group or social enterprise is a great thing. We’re here to advise, guide and support you with everything you need to know.

Young People

Find information on our Youth Befriending Service bringing positivity to the lives of vulnerable young people living within East Lothian.

For Trustees

We’re always here to give trustees any support or advice they need, as well as access to training and information.

Book a room

Looking to hire a room for a meeting, training or simply a quiet space? We have just the location.

Training & Events

Organisation FAQs

Funding

Resources

About Us

VCEL works at the heart of the East Lothian community, providing support, advice and advocacy for individuals and organisations across the voluntary sector.

What We Do

Everything we do at VCEL is geared towards building empowered, resilient and thriving communities.

What’s On

There’s always something good happening in East Lothian. And you can be part of it. From events to training and workshops; here’s whats on.

Third Sector Network

Learn more about our involvement with the Third Sector Network here.

Our Team

You can get to know us more by meeting the VCEL team here.

Our Partnerships

We’re proud to work in partnership with many organisations. Learn more about them here.

General FAQs