Volunteers Week 2025
Stirling is coming together to mark Volunteers’ Week 2025, which runs from the 2nd – 8th June, with a week-long celebration of the incredible contributions volunteers make across communities, recognising the collective spirit of volunteering and the shared impact it has on individuals, organisations, and local life.
> MoreJob Opportunity: Community Link Worker
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Award-Winning Community Links Worker (CLW) team in Stirling.
> MoreThird Sector Breakfast Club & Community Justice Afternoon (Tickets Available Now)
SVE hosts our usual third sector breakfast club event followed by a special dedicated afternoon for those in the Community Justice Partnership, welcome also to any third sector organisations involved in community justice. The event will be held in the Barracks. Pastries, teas and coffees provided in the morning, and lunch for those attending the afternoon session.
> MoreVolunteers Week 2025 Questionnaire
Help Us Celebrate Volunteers’ Week 2025! Volunteers’ Week (2nd–8th June) is a time to recognise and celebrate the incredible contributions of volunteers across our communities. We want to make this year’s celebration meaningful by gathering input from organisations like yours!
> MoreNew Volunteering E-Bulletin Content Submission Form
We’re creating a new volunteering e-bulletin to share opportunities, celebrate volunteer achievements, and promote what’s happening across Stirling.
> MoreUpdate on the Financial Situation Facing the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Health and Social Care Partnership
Following the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Integration Joint Board meeting on Wednesday, 26th March, we want to update you on the challenging financial situation facing the Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP). While only some SVE/ CTSI members will receive their funding from HSCP we are writing to you all as we believe that all our members have a interest and connection with the health, social care and wellbeing of our communities. The constituent bodies—Stirling Council, Clackmannanshire Council, and NHS Forth Valley—have been unable to agree on a funding allocation to cover the 2024/25 year-end and the projected budget deficit for 2025/26.
> MoreSVE are Seeking a Chair of the Board
Are you a strategic leader passionate about supporting Stirling’s third sector? We are seeking a Chair of the Board to guide Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise (SVE) and help shape a thriving network of charities, social enterprises, and community organisations. SVE is the partnership and development agency for the third sector in Stirling. As the local Third Sector Interface (TSI), we support and empower charities, social enterprises, and volunteer-led groups to create lasting social impact.
> MoreJob Opportunity: Lead Community Links Worker
An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead our Community Links Worker (CLW) team in Stirling. We are seeking a motivated and compassionate individual to fill this post. Experience of working with people living with poor mental health is essential. As is an understanding of personal outcomes, person-centred support and trauma- informed practice.
> MoreJob Opportunity: Lead Community Links Worker 2
An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead our Community Links Worker (CLW) team in Stirling. We are seeking a motivated and compassionate individual to fill this post. Experience of working with people living with poor mental health is essential. As is an understanding of personal outcomes, person-centred support and trauma- informed practice.
> MoreThe Inspire Volunteering Awards 2024 Impact Report
At Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise, we are proud to host the Inspire Volunteering Awards every two years, celebrating the remarkable contributions of volunteers across our communities. This impact report highlights the achievements, stories, and outcomes that showcase the power of volunteering.
> MoreCommunity Link Worker Project Annual Review
SVE, alongside our sister organisation, CTSI, manage the Community Link Worker (CLW) Programme in Clackmannanshire and Stirlingshire. The CLW programme supports the Health and Social Care Partnership’s prevention agenda and has developed social prescribing in the Partnership area.
> MoreCommunities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund for Adults Year 4 Now Closed
The Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund (Adults) established in October 2021 to support mental health and wellbeing projects in communities across Scotland. To date around £36 million has been distributed to community initiatives in Scotland.
> MoreSVE Invites Organisations to Join Us on Stirling Community Radio for our Afternoon Showcase
Elevate your organisation's profile and connect with the community by joining Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise’s showcase afternoon on Stirling Community Radio!
> MoreShortlist Announcement for the Inspire Volunteering Awards!!
This year we received over 100 nominations for the Inspire Volunteering Awards, which made the judges job very difficult when they met earlier this week.
> MoreSVE Welcomes Dr Kainde Manji as New Deputy CEO
We are thrilled to announce that Dr Kainde Manji will be joining SVE as our new Deputy CEO in August 2024. Kainde will collaborate closely with our dedicated team, including Anne Knox, our current Deputy CEO, who will be retiring later this year.
> MoreSVE Recruiting for New Trustees
Are you passionate about making a difference in Stirling’s third sector? Join the Board of Directors at Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise (SVE) and contribute to a vibrant community of charities, social enterprises, and volunteer-led organisations.
> MoreStirling Child Protection Committee - Free Safeguarding Training Courses
The Stirling Child Protection Committee have multiple upcoming free safeguarding courses
> MoreSocial Enterprise Census 2024
The Scottish Government’s Social Enterprise Census 2024 is now live. This is the fifth official review of enterprising charities and social enterprises in Scotland. Every two years, this official study helps inform policy and funding, and shows the impact of the sector in our areas.
> MoreStirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise Encourages a "Leap into Volunteering" this Leap Year
This leap year, Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise (SVE) is challenging you to ‘Leap into Volunteering,’ a campaign which encourages individuals to use the additional day to create a positive impact on the lives of others by volunteering.
> MoreLocal Organisations Gather to Pledge Support for National Volunteer Charter
Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise, in collaboration with local organisations, partners and members of the Stirling’s Alive with Volunteering (SAVW) Steering Group, gathered on 5th December, International Volunteer Day, to pledge their collective support for the National Volunteer Charter.
> MoreThird Sector Rural Road Trip by Alan Clevett, SVE Trustee
Our Chief Executive, Natalie Masterson, and I recently had the opportunity to spend a day in the company of Annemargaret Black and Allan Rennie, who are respectively the Chief Officer and Chair of the Integration Joint Board for the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Health and Social Care Partnership. This was part of the continuing development of a strong working partnership between the HSCP and the Third Sector and comprised a road trip visiting three of our SVE member organisations in Stirling's rural locations, along with much conversation during our travels!
> MoreSecond Community Group has a lucky £250 winner on the Stirling Community Lottery
Stirling Community Lottery is delighted to announce another £250 prize winner – a dedicated supporter of Plean's Voice, a community organisation committed to making a positive impact in the local area. The Stirling Community Lottery, established by Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise (SVE) in 2021, allows local good causes a completely digital way of raising funds. With every ticket purchased, participants not only stand a chance of winning cash prizes but also play a vital role in supporting local causes that matter.
> MoreCommunity Register - Expression of Interest
From time to time SVE has been approached by external organisations who wish to donate resources to voluntary organisations in need. The organisations are hoping that their donations will assist local good causes to achieve their mission and goals, that also align with their company’s ethics and business area. The potential donations may be of time, equipment, money or skills in business.
> MoreSVE Recruiting for New Directors
As a Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our charity's strategic direction and good governance. You will ensure accountability to our members, our funders, the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR), Companies House and the public. Collaborating closely with our dedicated staff team you will represent SVE at events, build partnerships, and contribute to our impactful initiatives.
> MoreNotice of SVE's Annual General Meeting 2023
The Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise Ltd (SVE) trustees are delighted to invite you to our Annual General Meeting (A.G.M.).
> MoreEmployability Grants Programme 2023/24
We are welcoming grant applications from organisations delivering employability opportunities in Stirling that promote the aims and outcomes of Stirling's Employability Delivery plan
> MoreFallin Community Voice Supporter Celebrates Cash Win on Stirling Community Lottery
The Stirling Community Lottery is well into its second year of operation and so far has raised over £30,000 for local good causes. This innovative initiative, managed by Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise, aims to strengthen the local community and provide vital funding for a wide range of causes, from local charities and sports clubs to community projects and social enterprises. It’s free for organisations to join and provides an entirely digital way of raising funds, as well as allowing community members to support local good causes of their choosing all while being in with the chance of winning cash prizes!
> MoreStirling Community Justice Partnership Fund
The fund comprises of money from the Stirling Community Justice Partnership.
> MoreScottish Breastfeeding Week 2023 - Natalie Masterson, CEO of Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise, shares her experience and tips on returning to work in the third sector as a breastfeeding mother
In Spring 2022, my family expanded with the birth of my third child, Jamie. Just the week before, I said a temporary goodbye to my 'work baby' as I worked up until my 38th week of pregnancy. At that point, most meetings were still online, making it easier to hide my advanced pregnancy. So, my news came as a surprise to many!
> MoreTraining Programme for Third Sector Organisations
Earlier in 2023 SVE carried out a survey of members to inform our training programme for the year ahead. We were keen to find out more about the training needs of local third sector organisations so that we could more effectively tailor our training programme to meet those needs. SVE designs and delivers many programmes in-house but are also keen to provide access to training opportunities offered by other third sector organisations such as GCVS in Glasgow, and CVS in Falkirk alongside partners such as NHS Forth Valley Health Promotion.
> MoreLaunch of Stirling's Volunteering Action Plan
SVE was delighted to launch Stirling's Volunteering Action Plan on Tuesday June 6th 2023, during Volunteers Week. This pioneering action plan, which is the local response to Scotland’s Volunteering Action Plan, aims to create a thriving volunteering ecosystem in Stirling by fostering collaboration, enhancing opportunities, and harnessing the invaluable contributions of volunteers.
> MoreVolunteer Story Inspires Others to Give Back
Born in Poland, I suffered trauma as a child. It was my dream as a child to become an adult and escape so I could start over, but life had other plans. My early adulthood included living through an abusive marriage.
> MoreStirling Named as Social Enterprise Hotspot
Stirling, and the wider Forth Valley area, have been officially recognised as hotspots of social enterprise activity in the latest round of the Social Enterprise Places programme run by Social Enterprise Scotland.
> MoreBooking Has Opened For The Next Third Sector Breakfast Club
Booking has opened for the next Third Sector Breakfast Club which will take place on Tuesday May 23rd from 9am-11am at the Bellfield Centre, Stirling Health and Care Village.
> MoreHealth & Social Care Strategic Plan Consultation Event - 29th March 2023 The Barracks Stirling (10 am to 12.30 pm)
Registration is now open for the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Health and Social Care event on March 29
> MoreJob Opportunity: Freelance Development Officer, Braehead Community Garden
Braehead, Broomridge & District Community Development Trust are looking to contract on a freelance basis
> MoreStirling's Third Sector Breakfast Club Food Dignity & Sustainability
This Third Sector Breakfast Club will take place at the Mayfield Centre, St Ninians on 21st February from 9.30am - 11.30am and will focus on Food Dignity & Sustainability.
> MoreCommunities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund & III Fund Year 2
We are delighted to announce the organisations successful in receiving funding from Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing (CMHWF) Fund and/or the Ideas, Innovation & Improvement (III) Fund.
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