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Message from Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway’s new CEO
Hello. I’m delighted to have joined Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway at such an important time for our sector and for our region. Much has...
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Consultation and engagement workshops for local place plans
All community groups and community councils interested in gathering the views of their community for local place planning are invited to take...
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Colleges map out the future in Digital Pathfinder programme
The map is designed to make the future simpler for companies across the region to access digital...
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Special event held to thank our retiring Chief Executive Officer
Norma became the Chief Executive Officer of Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway in...
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Consultant sought to map employability services in region
Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway (TSDG) is looking for a consultant to identify third sector organisations within the region that are providing...
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Over £637,000 goes to third sector organisations across D&G
Community groups and charities across Dumfries and Galloway celebrate successful applications to the National Lottery and The Robertson...
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Deadline extended for £50,000 care and support programme
Those who participate will: develop business development and innovation skills, confidence, and leadership...
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King’s Award for voluntary service for the Veterans Garden
Equivalent to an MBE, it is the highest honour given to local voluntary groups in the...
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£50k sum supports ideas to help people live independently
12 ideas will be selected from submissions to Dumfries and Galloway Health and Social Care Partnership’s Intrapreneurship...
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Finalists revealed for Dumfries and Galloway Youth Awards 2023
The Youth Awards recognise the incredible achievements, journeys and stories of young people and youth organisations in Dumfries and...
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New Volunteering Officer sends out offer of support to third sector
Kateryna Stoian’s primary responsibility is to assist volunteer involving organisations in enhancing their capacity and capability in volunteer...
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Autistic adults in region to receive more support thanks to fund
The funding from the Scottish Government will allow charities to deliver a range of...
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Call for consultants to join pool for third sector work
Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway has a pool of consultants who we invite to support pieces of work on an ad hoc...
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Food Train Chief Executive to stand down
Michelle Carruthers praises volunteers and says: “It’s been an absolute privilege to do my...
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New £450,000 service for people affected by cancer comes to region
The Macmillan Improving the Cancer Journey service is a tried and tested model which provides one to one, tailored support for people affected by...
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Next CEO selected for Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway
Alan Webb will replace the organisation’s current chief executive, Norma Austin Hart, when she retires later this...
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New chair for region’s Social Enterprise Network
The purpose of SEDG is to create opportunities for the Dumfries and Galloway social enterprise community to develop and...
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New round in Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund
The total available in the region is £440,217 and is open to projects supporting those aged 16 and...
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Ministerial visit to Relationships Scotland Dumfries and Galloway
The Minister had an opportunity to chat with clients who use their services, providing her with a rich insight into their...
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Lottery Funding assures befriending support in Dumfries and Galloway
A Listening Ear Dumfries and Galloway will now be able to expand its current befriending services throughout the region following funding from the...
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Wigtownshire voluntary group wins national Adult Learners’ Week award
Learners Together has won the Group Award at the national Adult Learners’ Week Awards...
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Roadshows to showcase digital tools for social care providers
The Scottish Care Care Technologist Team is excited to announce two upcoming roadshows aimed at bringing together social care providers, the people...
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£566,000 funding programme opens in Dumfries and Galloway
The Community Led Local Development programme will make more than £566,000 in funding available this year for revenue and capital...
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New funding programme due to open in Dumfries and Galloway
The grant fund will open for applications at the end of August, with full details being published in...
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Volunteer call out to Armed Forces for nature restoration project
Volunteers are needed to help clear invasive sitka spruce trees over a small part of a community-owned nature...
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Conference to help people with additional support needs get into work
The interactive online conference will showcase where gaps are in service provision and provide insight on people’s experience of accessing...
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Happy Hooves celebrates successful Crowdfunding campaign
The funds will play a pivotal role in bringing the long-awaited indoor arena to...
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Conference gains momentum as partners unite to support unpaid Carers
The Dumfries and Galloway Unpaid Carers Conference will take place at Easterbrook Hall in Dumfries on Tuesday October...
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Charities showcase services to Lockerbie Academy pupils
The first ever Lockerbie Academy Charity Fair has taken place. The day, organised in partnership between the school and Third Sector Dumfries and...
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Growth launches recruitment drive for Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway
A number of new jobs are available due to the arrival of the Community Led Local Development programme and funding...
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Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway move base to The Crichton
The new base at Monreith House is fully accessible and places the charity amongst a large number of other third sector...
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Community Fund give 22 D&G groups National Lottery funding
Dumfries and Galloway groups celebrate award from The National Lottery Community...
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Wigtown celebrates 25th anniversary as Scotland’s National Book Town
Book Town people gather to celebrate town’s regeneration as they look ahead to the 25th annual...
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Free support roadshows return for charities and community groups
The roadshows provide an opportunity for the third sector to seek support on governance, volunteering, or...
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Dumfries and Galloway volunteer Coronation Champions announced
The Coronation Champions Awards are organised by the Royal Voluntary Service and celebrate extraordinary...
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First ever Online Conversations promote themes within third sector
All the sessions are designed to help the third sector become stronger, more resilient, and more...
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Community support for third year of fund to help more projects
A total of £445,026 was given to 33 third sector organisations across Dumfries and Galloway in the last...
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Horse rescue centre able to offer ASDAN course
ASDAN provides programmes and qualifications for learners with special educational needs and...
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Birthday celebrations help mark charity’s 10th year
D&G HandyVan staff were joined by board members, volunteers and invited guests in Lockerbie to celebrate the special...
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Charity winding up looks to give funds to similar organisation
The organisation Health and Shelter for Children is winding up and has some remaining funds to donate to a charity that fits its purpose. This...
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Stranraer project shortlisted in Great British Business Awards
The Furniture Project have been shortlisted in the Outstanding Contribution to the Community...
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Community celebrates five years of Midsteeple Quarter
Five years of transformational people power in Dumfries has been celebrated, with supporters declaring: “We’ve only just...
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Organisations awarded £725,000 from mental health and wellbeing fund
A total of £445,026 was split between 33 third sector organisations across Dumfries and...
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Hen’s Dens to be created across Dumfries and Galloway
The Hens’ Dens are a safe space for women with Learning Disabilities, Learning Difficulties and/or autism to create healthy relationships and...
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Ten-year-old Heather asks for help to find our unsung heroes
Heather Bryson is looking for opportunities to speak at meetings or events to encourage others to nominate local...
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Leading women in social enterprise celebrated at free event
The free event is delivered by social enterprise agency Firstport in collaboration with Third Sector Dumfries and...
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Four regional projects succeed in Investing in Communities Fund
One hundred projects nationally will share £27million over the next three years to help tackle poverty and...
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Dumfries and Galloway Council Achieves Volunteering Charter Mark
Dumfries and Galloway Council has become the first whole Council in Scotland to be awarded the Investing in Volunteers (IiV) Charter Mark of...
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Tackling Poverty Reference Group for region looking for new members
The Tackling Poverty Reference Group is a regional group of Volunteers who have direct experience of poverty....
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Free drop-in online conversations with third sector continue with volunteering
All the sessions are designed to help the third sector become stronger, more resilient, and more...
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