Operational Support for Groups & Organisations
Governance
We offer a range of support/guidance including:
Assistance/support to draft a governing document/constitution
Legal structures so that you may make an informed choice of your preferred structure i.e. SCIO, registered charity, C.I.C.
Policies and procedures (insurance, health and safety, relevant legal obligations, such as the promotion of equality and diversity and the protection of vulnerable groups)
Annual reporting requirements to the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) and Companies House
Becoming a charity
Working as a committee
Assistance with planning for the future
Access to development resources
Individual advice on development issues
Planning and Review including forward planning and SWOT analysis
Monitoring & Evaluation guidance - Carrying out monitoring and evaluation using 'How Good is Your Third Sector Organisation?'
Survey design assistance - Analysis and distribution of information - Bespoke to suit your needs
Some useful links:
SAFEGUARDING & PUBLIC PROTECTION
Click HERE you will find help and guidance for Safeguarding and Child Protection and Adult Support and Protection.
Useful Contacts
Email: Children - cpc@eastdunbarton.gov.uk
Email: Adults - asp@eastdunbarton.gov.uk
Governance - Useful Resources
OSCR- Scottish Charity Regulator- information on setting up and running a charity
https://www.oscr.org.uk/
Information on setting up and running a voluntary organisation…
https://scvo.scot/support
Model constitutions…
https://scvo.scot/support/setting-up/model-constitutions
Model documents for Community ownership…
https://www.gov.scot/publications/asset-transfer-model-documents/
Community Ownership Support Service- support community based groups in Scotland take a stake in or ownership of previously publicly owned land or buildings
https://dtascommunityownership.org.uk/
First Port- Funding and Support to help you start a social enterprise
https://www.firstport.org.uk/
Exercise Box Cyber & Fraud Resilience for Organisations https://cyberfraudcentre.com/prevent/cyber-services/exercise-in-a-box
Check the best bank account for your organisation SCVO Bank Account Comparison
GDPR - Training in data Protection and GDPR ( discounted rate through EDVA) -https://computerlaw.org.uk/
Winding down an Organistation Guide SCVO https://scvo.scot/support/closing-down
What Hybrid Working Looks Like in Scotland - Flexibility Works
For more information contact Luke Emerton or Joni Mitchell
Fair Work First
Fair Work First is the Scottish Government's flagship policy for driving high quality and fair work, and workforce diversity across the labour market in Scotland by applying fair work criteria to grants, other funding and public contracts being awarded by and across the public sector, where it is relevant to do so. Through this approach the Scottish Government is supporting employers who adopt fair working practices. Guidance
Climate Change Discussions
Cost of Living Crisis Support - Useful Resources
We're here to support the third sector in tough times. As the cost of living crisis takes hold, people and communities need voluntary sector services more than ever. At the same time, voluntary organisations face spiralling costs, falling income and an uncertain future. Many organisations are experiencing financial challenges while continuing to see an increased demand for services.
We have gathered together some useful resources for organisations and the people they support.
If you would like to add anything to this page, email info@edva.org
Cost of Living #running costs
Reducing Your running Costs
Cost of Living Support Scottish Government
Reducing Energy & Carbom Emissons
Supporting Employees Through the Cost of Living
Tips on saving money, benefits and links to support
Support Available from EDC
Interactive energy cost calculator tool
For further information contact: East Dunbartonshire Voluntary Action
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