Volunteer Scotland 💚

TFN's annual Guide to Running a Charity or Social Enterprise is out now, with a focus on the workplace. It is available to all at okt.to/s6DH52 and features expert input from @CharityLeadScot @VolScotland @NFWNetwork and many more!

Volunteer Scotland, including Disclosure Services, will be closed from 24 December to 5 January 2026. As we wrap up the year, our CEO shares a message reflecting on our achievements and the journey we’ve taken together. Read here: ow.ly/hZaj50XKNoO

Without volunteers, Scotland would lose the foundation of its communities. Volunteers make Scotland stronger. Be part of the change. Help us build a nation of volunteers. Read more and support the campaign: volunteerscotland.net/policy/no-volu… #NoVolunteersNoCommunity

We have recently completed our second analysis of volunteering data from the @NHSGGC Health and Wellbeing Survey 2022/23. Read our: > Related Blog: bit.ly/NHSGGC-Related… > Highlights & Thematic reports: bit.ly/NHSGGC-Survey-…

Scottish Household Survey 2024: Findings Report Now Available! After hitting its lowest ever level in 2023, formal volunteering in Scotland is showing early signs of recovery. Check out our full report here: volunteerscotland.net/wp-content/upl…

We’re supporting Befriending Week, the campaign to raise awareness about befriending and highlight the power of social connection in reducing loneliness. Share your befriending story with #BefriendingWeek to join the campaign! Find out more: befriending.co.uk/bw

We're delighted to publish our 2026 Scottish Parliament Manifesto: Creating a Nation of Volunteers. We have developed 10 key asks which we'll promote to all candidates ahead of the next Scottish Parliament election. Read more here: volunteerscotland.net/policy/our-vol…

We’re delighted to be partners for the Gathering 2026 organised by SCVO! The largest free voluntary sector event in the UK is taking place at Edinburgh’s EICC on 10 & 11 February and you can get involved! Find out more ➡️ scvo.scot/the-gathering

Volunteering in Scotland is recovering! Formal participation rose from 18% in 2023 to 25% in 2024 – that’s 331,000 more adults giving their time. Full insights from our research team: volunteerscotland.net/news/research-…

Scottish Household Survey 2024: Formal volunteer participation rate increases to 25% After hitting its lowest ever level in 2023, formal volunteering in Scotland is showing early signs of recovery. Read more here: volunteerscotland.net/news/scottish-… Detailed blog coming soon!

🚨 Applications 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡 🚨 Apply now to be a #Glasgow2026 volunteer! 🙌 glasgow2026.com/get-involved/v…

DEADLINE APPROACHING - 27th August at 5pm Your voice matters. Help us improve volunteer recruitment across Scotland by sharing your experience with the #VolunteeringActionPlan National Recruitment Campaign. Take the survey: bit.ly/VFA-NRCSurvey #VolunteeringForAll

Your voice matters. Help us improve volunteer recruitment across Scotland by sharing your experience with the #VolunteeringActionPlan National Recruitment Campaign. Take the survey: bit.ly/VFA-NRCSurvey #VolunteeringForAll

Your voice matters. Help us improve volunteer recruitment across Scotland by sharing your experience with the #VolunteeringActionPlan National Recruitment Campaign. Take the survey: bit.ly/VFA-NRCSurvey #VolunteeringForAll

Your voice matters. Help us improve volunteer recruitment across Scotland by sharing your experience with the #VolunteeringActionPlan National Recruitment Campaign. Take the survey: bit.ly/VFA-NRCSurvey #VolunteeringForAll

Help shape the future of volunteer recruitment in Scotland! We’re gathering feedback on the #VolunteeringActionPlan National Recruitment Campaign, what worked, what didn’t, and what support you need. Take the short survey: bit.ly/VFA-NRCSurvey #VolunteeringForAll

The PVG scheme is now a legal requirement in Scotland. Our Disclosure Act page provides a full overview of what you need to know, including helpful guidance and reminders, FAQs, and links to training sessions and support. View here: volunteerscotland.net/disclosure-ser…

📣 Share your views about working and volunteering in the voluntary sector! Complete the anonymous survey here buff.ly/BcEU7Ss, and help @VolScotland @ACOSVO & SCVO improve working environments and strengthen routes into voluntary sector careers!

Don’t miss your chance to influence the future of Volunteers’ Week! We’re collecting feedback to grow the campaign in a way that reflects the amazing people behind it, and that includes you. Take our quick survey now 👉 bit.ly/VW25survey 🗓️ Closes 1st July

Don’t miss your chance to influence the future of Volunteers’ Week! We’re collecting feedback to grow the campaign in a way that reflects the amazing people behind it, and that includes you. Take our quick survey now 👉 bit.ly/VW25survey 🗓️ Closes 1st July