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Supporting Scotland's vibrant voluntary sector

Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is the membership organisation for Scotland's charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises. Charity registered in Scotland SC003558. Registered office Mansfield Traquair Centre, 15 Mansfield Place, Edinburgh EH3 6BB.

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Membership

the voluntary sector in Scotland Membership-exclusive events We regularly run sessions to help you make,Please sign up for one of our upcoming events.,technology, activities, entertainment, and opportunities to relax for our guests in a beautiful country setting,Cancer Support Scotland We talked to Stephanie Quigley, service manager with Cancer Support Scotland,therapy volunteer team lead by our national award-winning therapist have created a bespoke treatment plan

https://scvo.scot/membership

1. Get ready

start applying for funds, it helps to get yourself ready and ensure you have everything in place to make,You can find guidance on writing a constitution that suits your legal structure in our Setting up a charity,section.If you already have a constitution, you need to review it regularly to make sure it meets your,Further support is available from Evaluation Support Scotland and Inspiring Impact.,Further Support https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqHgXztmJwg

https://scvo.scot/funding/guide/steps/get-ready

Data ethics, risk, and privacy

support a reliable conclusion.The risk of misinterpreting data: Make sure you don’t use data to support,sure this is kept up to date.Set up multi-factor authentication and password recovery processes.By law,you should have a plan for deleting data after a certain period, so make a retention/destruction schedule,Make a response plan so you’re ready to act quickly.People whose data you hold have a right to make a,Make a response plan so it’s easy to provide this information when asked. Next page

https://scvo.scot/support/digital/guides/data/data-ethics-risk-and-privacy

You're a charity! What next?

At SCVO, we’re here to support you, promote the contribution your organisation makes and work towards,lots of support on how you can run your organisation.,We keep it up-to-date to make it as easy as possible for you to find great opportunities.,functionality: Funding Scotland Good governance Your management board, your trustees, have a vital role in setting,Find out more about: Legislation & regulation that may affect youBusiness planning and development, and

https://scvo.scot/support/setting-up/next-steps

Before you start

There are lots of reasons why you might think about setting up a charity.,Or you might have an idea about a way that you can help, and feel that setting up a charity is the best,Our information will talk you through the steps you need to take to set up a charity.,The people you support are often called your beneficiaries. What will your charity do?,It’s worth checking that this doesn’t alter or affect your plans and goals: You can’t benefit only individuals

https://scvo.scot/support/setting-up/before-you-start

Deciding to close an organisation

Find out what to think about if you’re considering closing or winding up an organisation, and in what,these reasons are negative, but it can be an emotional time and there can be lots to think about to make,It’s important to plan ahead if you’re thinking about closing your organisation.,up or the activities you carry out transferring your activities to another organisation you’ve done,the job you set out to do and your work is complete.

https://scvo.scot/support/closing-down/deciding-to-close-an-organisation

Business planning

Here are some of the ways that you can plan for your organisation.,Write a business plan A formal business plan can be a helpful place to gather : your aims and objectives,potential risks and problems financial planning - to make sure you can cover costs, build reserves and,Business continuity planning A business continuity plan (BCP) prepares and protects your organisation,contain loss that occurs protect your reputation Get you operating again after such an event Having an up

https://scvo.scot/support/village-community-halls/facilities-management/operational-management/business-planning

Trustee's Week 2023

Support for trustees all year round SCVO provide support for trustees, including: Lots of information,Here’s just some of the highlights: OSCR will be there on the first day to give their top tips on what makes,from the Development Trusts Association Scotland and SCVO that will take you through everything from setting,results and plan the next steps on your journey to good governance.,for ongoing support then check out SCVO’s trustee network supported by Rathbones Investment Management

https://scvo.scot/about/networks/trustee/trustees-week-2023

Ongoing induction in first 6 months

completed at the end of the first week, it should continue for at least the first three months and up,basis up to the end of the first month.,appraisal, raising a grievance and other relevant processes and procedures which the line manager should make,with the job, but line managers need to be available to answer questions, monitor progress and provide support,The buddy allocated on day one should still be available to support them when required.

https://scvo.scot/support/hr/joining-the-organisation/guide-to-induction/ongoing-induction-in-first-6-months

Information for new trustees

your organisation’s purpose It’s vital as a trustee that you know about what your organisation was set,up to do, how it’s trying to achieve its aims and who it’s trying to help.,Know where the money comes from and how the organisation plans to spend it. 6.,Find out what the strategic plan is for the organisation.,There may also be other regulators that you need to report to, and you should ensure you’re up to date

https://scvo.scot/about/networks/trustee/information-for-new-charity-trustees