Charity Spotlight

A new domestic violence resource called ‘Fresh Thoughts’ has been celebrated by registered women’s charity, Soroptimist International Great Britain & Ireland (SIGBI), at its annual Best Practice Awards.

Scotia Medical Group, based in Elgin, has received a £1,000 funding boost as part of Benefact Group’s Movement for Good Awards to support the vital work it does in the area.

An independent coffee shop in Glasgow has been in touch with Scottish Housing News seeking help in its efforts to give back to the local community.

An award-winning Glasgow-based charity that supports pregnant women in difficult circumstances has secured funding to grow its dedicated team of volunteers, following a year-on-year surge in demand for its vital interpretation and companionship services.

The Play Team at Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital has been named Starlight’s Play Team of the Year during National Play in Healthcare Week (14 to 18 October). The charity for children’s play in hospitals and hospices has recognised the play team for their outstanding de

Local debt, welfare and housing advice charity, CHAP, has just secured three years of funding from The Robertson Trust. This will enable CHAP to expand its current collaboration with North Ayrshire Council to deliver comprehensive financial education workshops in secondary schools. The money will al

Sight Scotland has launched its first-ever yoga classes specifically designed for people living with vision impairment. These inclusive sessions offer blind and partially sighted individuals the opportunity to enjoy the physical and mental benefits of yoga in a safe, supportive environment.

A significant financial injection has bolstered a Scottish charity dedicated to supporting people impacted by addictions, mental health challenges and social isolation. This funding has enabled 1st Step to enhance its comprehensive support network, providing funding for a new coordinator and a volun

The leading global type 1 diabetes charity, JDRF, soon to be renamed, Breakthrough T1D’s annual fundraising walk is returning to Aberdeen following a 5-year break from the city.

John Swinney has paid a visit to Capability Scotland’s bespoke care facility to discuss opportunities for further government support for vital disability services. During his visit, the first minister met several residents who benefit from the tailored services offered at the charity

An independent pharmacy group has raised thousands of pounds for one of Scotland’s leading health charities after being inspired by young stroke survivors - including their own bank manager.

Ellen Doherty, 47, from Glasgow, who has macular degeneration due to Stargardt’s disease, became one of Scotland’s first Sight Loss Council volunteers earlier this year and is determined to inspire others to make accessibility a priority. Ellen, who is speaking at a Fringe Event on stree

Foster carers can bring a unique skillset to the workplace and could be better supported to do so, according to a Dundee-based fostering organisation. Carolina House Trust is one of Scotland's oldest children's charities, supporting foster carers and the children and young people in their care. The

Glasgow-based social enterprise MsMissMrs has demonstrated remarkable impact in addressing child poverty and empowering women. In just one year, with an investment of £165,000, it helped over 100 women rebuild their lives, leading to an estimated £3 million in social value, according to

Capella, the non-profit operating Teens+ and Sleep Action, has announced plans to open the charity's new headquarters at 95 McDonald Road, Edinburgh next month. Capella joins Hanover Scotland at McDonald Road. The move expands the capacity of Teens+, a pathway for school leavers with additional need