Sadness at the passing of our friend and colleague
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Everyone at Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway is deeply saddened at the passing of our friend and colleague Sharee Donoghue. Sharee was our Lead for... READ MORE
Third sector given advance notice about launch of fund’s next round
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The next round of the Community Led Local Development Fund in Dumfries and Galloway is on its way. The fund priorities locally will be: Small revenue... READ MORE
Community asset transfer success for groups and charities across the region
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Four community asset transfers from Dumfries and Galloway Council and the lease of land at Agnew Park in Stranraer to a local charity have been given... READ MORE
Food Train – Volunteers’ Week 2024
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What do volunteers mean to Food Train? Volunteers are Food Train. The charity introduces us to some for Volunteers’ Week 2024. We’re so... READ MORE
University invites third sector organisations to take part in welcome fairs
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Third sector organisations are being invited to take part in the Welcome Week at The University of Glasgow, Dumfries Campus from September 16th-20th.... READ MORE
Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway – Volunteers’ Week 2024
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As we celebrate the 40th anniversary of Volunteers Week, we are taking a look closer to home and featuring some of our own staff who volunteer for... READ MORE
Build Innovate Sustain conference postponed until later in the year
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With the General Election due to take place on July 4, Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway has made the difficult decision to postpone our development... READ MORE
Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service – Volunteers’ Week 2024
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Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service profiles two volunteer generalist adviser for Volunteers’ Week 2024 Andrew Nyondo: Volunteer... READ MORE
Dumfries Y Gymnastics Club youngsters – Volunteers’ Week 2024
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Young volunteers donate their time to Dumfries Y Gymnastics Club and are mentored through the Saltire Awards Scheme. With their passion for the... READ MORE
Castle Douglas Development Forum – Volunteers’ Week 2024
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For #VolunteersWeek, we feature some of the projects and the valuable work of Castle Douglas Development Forum. Stepping Stones Community Larder... READ MORE
The Devil’s Porridge Museum – Volunteers Week 2024
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The success of The Devil’s Porridge Museum is attributed to our dedicated volunteers, who come from all age groups. Our volunteers support... READ MORE
Dumfries Y Gymnastics Club – Volunteers’ Week 2024
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Volunteers have always played a key role in our club structure throughout the years, more so now than ever. As our club continues to grow, the... READ MORE
Stewartry Dog Training Club – Volunteers’ Week 2024
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For #VolunteersWeek, we feature Stewartry Dog Training Club, which was established in 1987 to provide people in the Stewartry and surrounding areas... READ MORE
FM’s pledge to eradicate child poverty sparks call for third sector investment
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A pledge by the First Minister to eradicate child poverty in Scotland has been welcomed by Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway (TSDG) with a call to... READ MORE
Celebrate your volunteers to mark 40th anniversary of Volunteers’ Week
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The 40th anniversary of Volunteers’ Week is fast approaching, taking place from June 3-9. Once again, Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway would... READ MORE
A fond farewell for Elizabeth
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Elizabeth Sykes has worked as Manager of the Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service's Stranraer Bureau since... READ MORE
Regional Arts Fund supports third sector organisations to deliver events
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Dumfries and Galloway Council in partnership with DG Unlimited has made grant awards totalling £50,000 from the Dumfries and Galloway Regional Arts... READ MORE
Amazing Summer Fund launches with invite to third sector
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Third sector organisations are invted to deliver free activities for vulnerable children and young people aged... READ MORE
New Local Outcomes Improvement Plan approved for Dumfries and Galloway
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The plan will be used to help tackle inequalities and build a thriving economy over the next 10 years.... READ MORE
The Usual Place one of eight in region to benefit from Lottery funding
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The Usual Place in Dumfries and seven other organisations in the region will benefit from a share of over £15 million of National Lottery funding... READ MORE
Food Train names new chief executive
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Rosie McLuskie will succeed long-serving Michelle Carruthers in the role from April... READ MORE
Award celebrates the value of volunteers at Food Train
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Food Train has secured top marks for the way in which the charity supports its volunteers to make a positive impact on older peoples’ lives. The... READ MORE
Third sector urged to have say on PVG fees and discounts consultation
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Disclosure Scotland is consulting on the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme fee waivers, discounting and accredited body... READ MORE
Charity gives support to families with babies and toddlers
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Parents and families experiencing hardship can access essential items they need for their baby and toddler for... READ MORE
Over £440,000 goes to 30 community projects across D&G
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The successful applicants were selected through an independent scoring... READ MORE
Carers benefit directly by over £1million from new partnership
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The substantial sum directly contributes to the well-being of Carers and the individuals they care... READ MORE
Pop-up enterprise hub launched on Dumfries High Street
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Fledgling enterprises in Dumfries are being offered the chance to trade for free on the High Street. The opportunity to make use of The Smithy from... READ MORE
Over £620,000 awarded to support community groups across region
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A Local Action Group made up of representatives from the third, public, and private sectors decided what applications were... READ MORE
Almost £3m goes to projects in region from UK Shared Prosperity Fund
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The £2.6 billion UK Shared Prosperity Fund succeeds the old EU structural... READ MORE
Message from Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway’s new CEO
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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... READ MORE
Consultation and engagement workshops for local place plans
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All community groups and community councils interested in gathering the views of their community for local place planning are invited to take... READ MORE
Colleges map out the future in Digital Pathfinder programme
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The map is designed to make the future simpler for companies across the region to access digital... READ MORE
Special event held to thank our retiring Chief Executive Officer
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Norma became the Chief Executive Officer of Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway in... READ MORE
Consultant sought to map employability services in region
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Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway (TSDG) is looking for a consultant to identify third sector organisations within the region that are providing... READ MORE
Over £637,000 goes to third sector organisations across D&G
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Community groups and charities across Dumfries and Galloway celebrate successful applications to the National Lottery and The Robertson... READ MORE
Deadline extended for £50,000 care and support programme
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Those who participate will: develop business development and innovation skills, confidence, and leadership... READ MORE
King’s Award for voluntary service for the Veterans Garden
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Equivalent to an MBE, it is the highest honour given to local voluntary groups in the... READ MORE
£50k sum supports ideas to help people live independently
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12 ideas will be selected from submissions to Dumfries and Galloway Health and Social Care Partnership’s Intrapreneurship... READ MORE
Finalists revealed for Dumfries and Galloway Youth Awards 2023
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The Youth Awards recognise the incredible achievements, journeys and stories of young people and youth organisations in Dumfries and... READ MORE
New Volunteering Officer sends out offer of support to third sector
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Kateryna Stoian’s primary responsibility is to assist volunteer involving organisations in enhancing their capacity and capability in volunteer... READ MORE
Autistic adults in region to receive more support thanks to fund
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The funding from the Scottish Government will allow charities to deliver a range of... READ MORE
Call for consultants to join pool for third sector work
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Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway has a pool of consultants who we invite to support pieces of work on an ad hoc... READ MORE
Food Train Chief Executive to stand down
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Michelle Carruthers praises volunteers and says: “It’s been an absolute privilege to do my... READ MORE
New £450,000 service for people affected by cancer comes to region
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The Macmillan Improving the Cancer Journey service is a tried and tested model which provides one to one, tailored support for people affected by... READ MORE
Next CEO selected for Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway
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Alan Webb will replace the organisation’s current chief executive, Norma Austin Hart, when she retires later this... READ MORE
New chair for region’s Social Enterprise Network
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The purpose of SEDG is to create opportunities for the Dumfries and Galloway social enterprise community to develop and... READ MORE
New round in Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund
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The total available in the region is £440,217 and is open to projects supporting those aged 16 and... READ MORE
Ministerial visit to Relationships Scotland Dumfries and Galloway
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The Minister had an opportunity to chat with clients who use their services, providing her with a rich insight into their... READ MORE
Lottery Funding assures befriending support in Dumfries and Galloway
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A Listening Ear Dumfries and Galloway will now be able to expand its current befriending services throughout the region following funding from the... READ MORE
Wigtownshire voluntary group wins national Adult Learners’ Week award
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Learners Together has won the Group Award at the national Adult Learners’ Week Awards... READ MORE