Read the latest news from our teams and local third sector. If you would like to contribute to our blog please contact us.
18th September 2024
Vlog Our Policy and Engagement team at GCVS aims to strengthen the sector’s representation and profile, recognising and valuing its contribution and improving support for Glasgow’s citizens and communities. Check... Read more
12th September 2024
Free Workshops In this guest blog, Hilda from COPE Scotland shares insights to help support third sector staff, including details of upcoming free workshops. We deliver the Self-Care and Capacity... Read more
27th August 2024
What structure is right for you? Good Governance Setting up as a new community organisation can be exciting and rewarding. Still, with multiple forms of structure available, it can be... Read more
5th August 2024
The cost-of-living crisis and Glasgow’s third sector Research findings from Strathclyde University and GCVS This guest blog shares research findings from a small focus group study conducted in partnership between... Read more
23rd July 2024
Would your social enterprise or charity like to work with students at the University of Glasgow? Please note this opportunity is now closed The University's Adam Smith Business School is... Read more
13th June 2024
Hilda Campbell of COPE Scotland shares reflections and Tips for Carers We often reflect on how the health and social care system is under demand and the challenges this causes... Read more
3rd June 2024
Volunteers Week 2024 Now in it’s 40th year, Volunteers’ Week is an annual event where we say thanks to all the inspirational people who give up their time to support... Read more
23rd May 2024
Campaigning Guidance and Supporting People to Vote With the announcement that a General Election will be held on 4 July 2024, it's important to provide some guidance for organisations seeking... Read more
30th April 2024
Running a community group, voluntary organisation, charity, or social enterprise is rewarding, but it isn’t always easy. Along with the practicalities of delivering your service, there are some core areas... Read more
1st April 2024
Make sure you don't miss out on free support, discounts or benefits. Whether you are a small group run by volunteers or a larger charitable organisation, we want to support... Read more
26th March 2024
Working in the third sector can be stressful. However, we must find ways to reduce that stress or learn to minimise the impact where there is no easy solution. Join... Read more
14th December 2023
Have you heard of Climate Action Hubs? The Scottish Government have allocated £4.3 million for 2023-24 to set up around 20 hubs throughout Scotland. We’re pleased to announce that Glasgow... Read more
5th December 2023
At GCVS, we recognise the value of lived experience in informing decisions that result in the best outcomes for the citizens of Glasgow. The voices and needs of citizens are... Read more
21st November 2023
GCVS recently hosted a series of discussions on the Glasgow Communities Fund, bringing together voluntary sector organisations and the Council Grants team. Our members and those we support greatly benefit... Read more
27th June 2023
Nurturing our Networks and Ourselves as Network Weavers The Health and Social Care network recently had a network weaving and peer support session with Hilda Campbell from COPE Scotland.... Read more
23rd June 2023
This opportunity is now closed MSc Students at Strathclyde Business School are seeking organisations to collaborate with on their People Management dissertations. Work & Organisational Psychology Postgraduate students can help... Read more
31st May 2023
Volunteers' Week happens annually to celebrate and support the inspirational people in our communities who give their time and inspire others to do the same. Each year VolunteersWeek.Scot offers voluntary... Read more
14th March 2023
It is essential that your charity, community group, or organisation has a social media policy that all trustees, staff, and volunteers are familiar with. In addition to protecting your staff,... Read moreCopyright 2026. All Rights Reserved