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Covid-19 & 3rd Sector Update 16/09/2022
Training & Events Gordon Scott 16/09/2022 Training & Events Gordon Scott 16/09/2022

Covid-19 & 3rd Sector Update 16/09/2022

Volunteer Centre East Lothian’s latest Covid-19 & Third Sector Update is now available.

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Office Closed - Monday 19th September 2022
Gordon Scott 15/09/2022 Gordon Scott 15/09/2022

Office Closed - Monday 19th September 2022

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Monthly Funding Update 12th September 2022
Gordon Scott 12/09/2022 Gordon Scott 12/09/2022

Monthly Funding Update 12th September 2022

Volunteer Centre East Lothian’s latest funding bulletin is now available. If your organisation is looking for funding, there may be help available here.

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(Canceled) The National Lottery Community Fund | Information & Advice Drop-In session
Gordon Scott 12/09/2022 Gordon Scott 12/09/2022

(Canceled) The National Lottery Community Fund | Information & Advice Drop-In session

Wednesday, 14 September 2022 (2-3PM) @ Volunteer Centre East Lothian

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The Peoples Project
Tracey Redpath 06/09/2022 Tracey Redpath 06/09/2022

The Peoples Project

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We Have Had Our First Jackpot Winner
Gordon Scott 01/09/2022 Gordon Scott 01/09/2022

We Have Had Our First Jackpot Winner

The East Lothian Community Lottery celebrates its First £25,000 win!

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Social Security Scotland Drop In Today
Gordon Scott 30/08/2022 Gordon Scott 30/08/2022

Social Security Scotland Drop In Today

For advice & support applying for benefits in Scotland, Tuesday's (10am to 2pm) at the Volunteer Centre

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Above & Beyond Volunteer Newsletter
Gordon Scott 29/08/2022 Gordon Scott 29/08/2022

Above & Beyond Volunteer Newsletter

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OUR 1ST £25,000 WINNER!
Gordon Scott 29/08/2022 Gordon Scott 29/08/2022

OUR 1ST £25,000 WINNER!

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East Lothian Community Lottery
Gordon Scott 25/08/2022 Gordon Scott 25/08/2022

East Lothian Community Lottery

Find out how East Lothian Community Lottery is raising money for good causes in your local community.

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Free Trustee Training
Training & Events Gordon Scott 25/08/2022 Training & Events Gordon Scott 25/08/2022

Free Trustee Training

How to make an effective contribution to your organisation.

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English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - New Classes
Tracey Redpath 24/08/2022 Tracey Redpath 24/08/2022

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - New Classes

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Monthly Funding Update 23rd August 2022
Gordon Scott 23/08/2022 Gordon Scott 23/08/2022

Monthly Funding Update 23rd August 2022

Volunteer Centre East Lothian’s latest funding bulletin is now available. If your organisation is looking for funding, there may be help available here.

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The National Lottery Community Fund | Information & Advice Drop-In session
Gordon Scott 22/08/2022 Gordon Scott 22/08/2022

The National Lottery Community Fund | Information & Advice Drop-In session

Wednesday, 14 September 2022 (2-3PM) @ Volunteer Centre East Lothian

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VCEL's Community Open Day (Today)
Gordon Scott 13/08/2022 Gordon Scott 13/08/2022

VCEL's Community Open Day (Today)

Drop In to VCEL's Community Open Day Saturday, 13th August 10am to 2pm

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East Lothian Poverty Conference
Gordon Scott 10/08/2022 Gordon Scott 10/08/2022

East Lothian Poverty Conference

As the cost of living crisis continues to escalate, how can East Lothian support people to break the cycle of poverty.

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Benefits Training
Training & Events Gordon Scott 04/08/2022 Training & Events Gordon Scott 04/08/2022

Benefits Training

Monday, 22nd August 2022 (10-11.30am)

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Social Security Scotland Drop In Today
Gordon Scott 02/08/2022 Gordon Scott 02/08/2022

Social Security Scotland Drop In Today

For advice & support applying for benefits in Scotland, Tuesday's (10am to 2pm) at the Volunteer Centre

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East Lothian's Festival of Walking and Wheeling (15 – 21 August)
Gordon Scott 01/08/2022 Gordon Scott 01/08/2022

East Lothian's Festival of Walking and Wheeling (15 – 21 August)

East Lothian’s new walking and wheeling festival is for everyone, not just experienced outdoor types.

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VCEL's Community Open Day (Next Week)
Gordon Scott 01/08/2022 Gordon Scott 01/08/2022

VCEL's Community Open Day (Next Week)

We hope that you will be able to attend VCEL's Community Open Day Saturday, 13th August 10am to 2pm

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Volunteer Centre East Lothian is a Third Sector Interface (TSI) for East Lothian. We provide support, learning and development opportunities for both Individuals and Organisations. Find out more

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Us & The Community

VCEL runs a number of community services and initiatives that support local people. Here you’ll find information which might be of benefit if you live within East Lothian

VCEL Locator

Discover and map useful services across the region with the VCEL Locator.

Support & Wellbeing

Find information here on wellbeing support services available to young people and adults in East Lothian.

Training & Events

We host a number of different workshops, training sessions and other events in East Lothian which are open to all.

Volunteering Opportunities

Search our list of volunteering opportunities to find something that suits your own interests and availability.

Awards

Recognising and celebrating the achievements of East Lothian’s volunteers is such a special highlight every year.

Wellbeing & Information Hubs

Whatever’s weighing you down, from money worries to loneliness, we’re here to help at East Lothian’s Wellbeing and Information Hubs.

Kindness Cafe

East Lothian Lottery

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Us & Organisations

VCEL provides a whole range of information and services for local organisations working in East Lothian. You can find out more here

Recruiting Volunteers

Looking for volunteers or wanting to register opportunities for individuals or businesses to get involved with your cause? Here’s how

Social Enterprise

More on what social enterprises are and how they play a vital role in the community.

Start Ups

Being inspired to set up a charity, community group or social enterprise is a great thing. We’re here to advise, guide and support you with everything you need to know.

Young People

Find information on our Youth Befriending Service bringing positivity to the lives of vulnerable young people living within East Lothian.

For Trustees

We’re always here to give trustees any support or advice they need, as well as access to training and information.

Book a room

Looking to hire a room for a meeting, training or simply a quiet space? We have just the location.

Training & Events

Learn at your own pace

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About Us

VCEL works at the heart of the East Lothian community, providing support, advice and advocacy for individuals and organisations across the voluntary sector.

What We Do

Everything we do at VCEL is geared towards building empowered, resilient and thriving communities.

What’s On

There’s always something good happening in East Lothian. And you can be part of it. From events to training and workshops; here’s whats on.

Third Sector Network

Learn more about our involvement with the Third Sector Network here.

Our Team

You can get to know us more by meeting the VCEL team here.

Our Partnerships

We’re proud to work in partnership with many organisations. Learn more about them here.

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