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easyfundraising – unrestricted funding for third sector organisations
About
Receive free monetary donations from 7,500 leading retailers when your supporters, volunteers, staffs, trustees etc shop online. Anything from a weekly grocery shop to a family holiday can generate a free donation, at no cost to the shopper.
easyfundraising enables people to give to your organisation without it coming directly out of their pockets. The funds you raise class as unrestricted so you can use then as you wish.
Who can apply
It’s free to register and use and is open to voluntary organisations, social enterprises, CICs etc of all shape and size – you don’t need to be a charity. And the funds you raise class as unrestricted so you can use then as you wish.
When to apply
Applications can be made at any time.
Complete the free online registration here: http://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/east-dunbartonshire
Skills Network - FREE Training Opportunities
East Dunbartonshire Voluntary Action has partnered with the Skills Network to offer you all the opportunity to explore new skills and learning opportunities. All listed courses are now available for you to apply and are fully funded. They are a great resource for personal and professional development.
The listed learning opportunities are all nationally recognised qualifications.
We understand that learning is a lifelong process. It is important to take this time to reflect on any individual skills you feel would benefit you.
You can complete up to 7 fully funded courses per year, in your own home, at a time that suits you. However, one course must be completed before you start another.
Criteria:
• 16+ as of 31 August 2022
• Lived in the UK or EU for 3+ years
• Not in full time education
• Not currently enrolled on any equivalent courses.
• Not completed the same course previously
Good luck, and we hope that you enjoy your chosen course!
Click Here check out courses & Apply
Is your organisation on the Asset Map?
The East Dunbartonshire Asset Map is an interactive map with information about resources, organisations, places – all coming under the heading of ‘community assets’ – which the people of East Dunbartonshire can use to support their health and wellbeing, both physical and mental.
Asset Mapping is an established approach that is widely used in Person-Centred Planning, collaborating with others to create a personalised set of resources that the individual can use to maintain their own health and wellbeing.
Make sure people know about your group or service view Assets or add you asset below
Link to Asset Map
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