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Gender Based Violence Services Directory
Sharon Young 23/10/2023 Sharon Young 23/10/2023

Gender Based Violence Services Directory

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Regeneration Project Capital Fund 23/24
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Regeneration Project Capital Fund 23/24

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Third Sector Annual Conference 2023
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Third Sector Annual Conference 2023

We are delighted to invite you to join us at our 2023 Annual Third Sector Conference. 

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Model Scheme Documents 2023
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Model Scheme Documents 2023

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East Lothian DWP Disability Confident Event - Tuesday 24th October 2023
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East Lothian DWP Disability Confident Event - Tuesday 24th October 2023

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Anam Cara Workshop 2024
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Anam Cara Workshop 2024

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Services for Older People Engagement
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Services for Older People Engagement

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VCEL Monthly Funding Update | October 2023
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VCEL Monthly Funding Update | October 2023

Volunteer Centre East Lothian’s latest funding bulletin is now available. If your organisation is looking for funding, there may be help available.

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East Lothian Independent Advocacy Strategy
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East Lothian Independent Advocacy Strategy

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TSI Children's Services Network
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TSI Children's Services Network

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Care Experienced Week 2023
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Care Experienced Week 2023

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Newsletter and Promising Practice Summer/Autumn 2023
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Newsletter and Promising Practice Summer/Autumn 2023

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Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund for Adults Year 3 – OPEN
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Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund for Adults Year 3 – OPEN

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ELHSCP Speak Up Week - We Care, So Speak Up!
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ELHSCP Speak Up Week - We Care, So Speak Up!

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Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry - Let's Be Heard update
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Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry - Let's Be Heard update

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TEEN+ OPENING DOORS TO OPPORTUNITIES
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TEEN+ OPENING DOORS TO OPPORTUNITIES

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ELW Construction Academy
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ELW Construction Academy

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Anam Cara's Courage Over Fear workshop
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Anam Cara's Courage Over Fear workshop

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Get involved in Youth Work Week! #YWW2023
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Get involved in Youth Work Week! #YWW2023

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Money Guiders Scotland Network Events
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Money Guiders Scotland Network Events

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Volunteer Centre East Lothian is a Third Sector Interface (TSI) for East Lothian. We provide support, learning and development opportunities for both Individuals and Organisations. Find out more

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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

VolunteerWiki

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