An exciting week, delivering our first in-person training session at our new offices on Argyle Street, Glasgow!
Thanks to everyone who joined us to learn how to develop a strong fundraising plan. We hope you left feeling inspired 🥰
An exciting week, delivering our first in-person training session at our new offices on Argyle Street, Glasgow!
Thanks to everyone who joined us to learn how to develop a strong fundraising plan. We hope you left feeling inspired 🥰
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Do you rent or lease premises for a voluntary sector organisation in Glasgow?
If you’re facing issues with repairs, energy systems, unclear landlord responsibilities or rising costs, we’d really value your input in this confidential survey:
👉 form.jotform.com/253274048849...
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✅Final decisions for Year 5 of the Glasgow Wellbeing Fund are almost complete, with more small community projects supported and extra investment confirmed for the city.
Learn more in our full update! bit.ly/4qtcqzK%F0%9...
Fortnightly updates with no junk allowed! bit.ly/3S5eb5U
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Wonder if it's worth signing up for our fortnightly bulletin? 91% of people told us they feel better informed by our comms! 😉 But if that doesn't persuade you, here's this week's newsletter for a sneak preview: mailchi.mp/gcvs/feb11 Sign up below👇
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✅Final decisions for Year 5 of the Glasgow Wellbeing Fund are almost complete, with more small community projects supported and extra investment confirmed for the city.
Read more in our update! The latest report highlights inspiring work improving wellbeing across Glasgow.🥰 bit.ly/4qtcqzK
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🍳 The Weans’ Scran & Kitchin have space for hire with a working kitchen!
💻 @withkids.bsky.social have training around Autism and emotional regulation
🫶 @copescotland.bsky.social has weekly advice on 'Getting your Oomph back'!
...more on GCVS bit.ly/boardposts
#CommunityNews
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left view of building on Argyle Street
Private pod working space
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GCVS is now officially based at 348 Argyle Street, Glasgow G2 8LX! A fresh, modern space designed to better serve our team and community. Same commitment, new chapter!
👉 Please update your records and read more about the new office in our blog: bit.ly/3XQxlB3
#GCVS #GlasgowThirdSector
Building on 3 years of experience delivering the Paid Work Placement programme, this next phase aims to develop a more connected and innovative approach, helping to close the gaps that currently hinder access to sustainable employment.
👉 gcvs.org.uk/glasgow-chal...
GCVS, working with Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, is preparing a bid to the @glasgowcc.bsky.social Employer Engagement Challenge Fund.
We’re seeking organisations that can help strengthen support for disabled people and people from ethnic minority communities who continue to face barriers to work.👇
Last week's Scottish Budget includes some positives for communities and families, BUT funding pressures and structural challenges for the third sector remain.
We’ve shared what it means for #Glasgow - and why this election matters in our latest blog:
👉 gcvs.org.uk/budget-and-e...
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Community engagement discussion with voluntary sector staff in a training room at the SEC
The THRE team talking about human rights and equalities in a recent training session for third sector staff
🤯Low training budgets. High expectations?
As well as online training, we offer in-person workshops for voluntary sector workers, focused on real challenges:
• Manage absence confidently
• Develop a fundraising plan
• 'Money Magnets' that attract funders
👉 See what’s coming up bit.ly/What3On
Find support on bidding for public sector contracts from the Scotland's Supplier Development Programme.
They have resources and webinars to help you, including a Getting Ready session on Wednesday 4 February, 2:30-4:00pm
www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events/13-ge...
Last month, we visited Willowacre Trust’s community hub in Cowlairs with Mental Wellbeing Minister @thomascarthur.bsky.social to see first-hand how the fund is changing lives - creating spaces for connection, support and hope. 🫶
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👏 Extra support for wellbeing in Glasgow!
The Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund is receiving an additional £3m investment in year 5, helping local projects tackle isolation and improve adult mental health.
Read what this means for Glasgow: gcvs.org.uk/3m-boost-for-adult-wellbeing-support
Some helpful fundraising ideas👍 We also have a few funding & income generation training sessions coming up!
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Using annual leave to be a good employer
Want more HR support? Contact the team at peopleservices@gcvs.org.uk or call 0141 354 6515
💡 Tip: Now is a great time to review your leave policies ahead of the new leave year!
Discover how GCVS can make HR easier for your charity: bit.ly/HRHSadvice
HR Bitesize - Annual leave in 4 key steps
Info on Statutory Annual Leave: the basics
Help with managing annual leave requests
Carry over and 'use it or lose it' - guidance
🎉 Introducing HR Bitesize for the Voluntary Sector – January Edition!
This month, our focus is on Annual Leave – a key HR topic for charity employers as staff start planning their holidays.
Swipe through to get started, and discover how GCVS can make HR easier for your charity: bit.ly/HRHSadvice
January 2026 Training Sessions. 14th Jan - PANEL Workshop: A Human Rights and Equalities First Approach in Practice. 27th and 28th Jan - The Basics: A Human Rights and Equalities First Approach (2-DAYS).
We're kicking off 2026 with sessions of some of our most popular courses, starting with a session on the PANEL principles and using human rights approaches in practice.
Get your free tickets today ⬇️
www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/thre-third...
Get in quick if you have something to share and we'll also include it in next Wednesday's newsletter😉
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New updates coming onto the noticeboard:
🫶 Najwa New Scots are opening a coffee morning and wellbeing project
📲 @copescotland.bsky.social Scotland is hosting a Digital Inclusion discussion in Feb
📑 @gcil.bsky.social has job vacancies closing soon
Members! Share news free anytime
bit.ly/boardposts
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In 2025, absence management was the most requested reason for advice from our HR Service team! This month, we're holding an in-person workshop on the topic, tackling real-life scenarios in small groups.
Join us on 29th January from 9:30am-1pm
bit.ly/3YoGi4Q
#HRAdvice
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Happy New Year folks! Our office has re-opened and we're looking forward to getting back into it, providing support to community groups, voluntary organisations, charities and social enterprises. #BackToWork
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You can also read more about the DIA, and our role as hosts, on our website:
gcvs.org.uk/digital-incl...
Front cover of the chair candidate brief
The Digital Inclusion Alliance (DIA), is a national movement working to make digital participation a right - not a privilege.
It's now seeking a Chair to help drive systemic change and champion a more equal, digitally confident Scotland.
Read the Candidate Brief: bit.ly/491ausx
⏰Deadline 5 January
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💛 We understand times are tough for many #Glasgow charities and voluntary organisations right now.
✅ Share your needs in our short form – we’ll help connect you with support
✅ Make sure you're signed up for #Glasgow's Funded Support with GCVS
Don’t face these challenges alone:
👉 bit.ly/3MakvuO
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🌟 Third Sector Opportunity:
Want to tap into NHS community benefits? Join our Q&A Sessions to learn how the Community Benefit Gateway can support your organisation.
✅ Understand the process
✅ Explore funding and partnership opportunities
✅ Questions answered
13 Jan or 10 Feb at 1pm
bit.ly/What3On
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💫 Introducing the new 'Festive' Category on the Glasgow Helps website! We're using it to list activities and support happening this month in #Glasgow, from Gift Appeals to Community Lunches:👉https://bit.ly/3M4K8gv
Something to share? Contact the elves at policy.engagement@gcvs.org.uk
#GlasgowHelps
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📢Closing Next Week!
It's nearly time to start analysing your feedback and pulling names out of our prize draw hat, but there's still a few days left if you'd like to share your feedback in a short survey!
Win a £25 Glasgow Loves gift voucher🥰
👉 bit.ly/3Jq1HXh