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What's on Festive Food Provisions 2023
Sharon Young 18/12/2023 Sharon Young 18/12/2023

What's on Festive Food Provisions 2023

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 East Lothian Inspection - Voice of the Workforce
Sharon Young 13/12/2023 Sharon Young 13/12/2023

East Lothian Inspection - Voice of the Workforce

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VCEL Monthly Funding Update | December 2023
Sharon Young 08/12/2023 Sharon Young 08/12/2023

VCEL Monthly Funding Update | December 2023

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Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund Year 3 Now closed
Gordon Scott 08/12/2023 Gordon Scott 08/12/2023

Communities Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund Year 3 Now closed

Year 3 of the fund in East Lothian will once again be distributed through the local Third Sector Interface, Volunteer Centre East Lothian (VCEL)

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East Lothian Shared Life Service: Making Dreams Come True
Sharon Young 06/12/2023 Sharon Young 06/12/2023

East Lothian Shared Life Service: Making Dreams Come True

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Holiday Grants for Disadvantaged and Disabled Children (UK)
Sharon Young 05/12/2023 Sharon Young 05/12/2023

Holiday Grants for Disadvantaged and Disabled Children (UK)

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Herdmanflat Hospital Redevelopment
Sharon Young 01/12/2023 Sharon Young 01/12/2023

Herdmanflat Hospital Redevelopment

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East Lothian and Midlothian Public Protection - Launch of Child Protection Procedures
Sharon Young 01/12/2023 Sharon Young 01/12/2023

East Lothian and Midlothian Public Protection - Launch of Child Protection Procedures

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VETERANS ACTIVITY CALENDAR DECEMBER 2023
Training & Events Sharon Young 30/11/2023 Training & Events Sharon Young 30/11/2023

VETERANS ACTIVITY CALENDAR DECEMBER 2023

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Children’s Sector Strategic and Policy Forum Election Process 2023
Sharon Young 30/11/2023 Sharon Young 30/11/2023

Children’s Sector Strategic and Policy Forum Election Process 2023

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Module 1: Introduction to Community Asset Transfer
Sharon Young 29/11/2023 Sharon Young 29/11/2023

Module 1: Introduction to Community Asset Transfer

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East Lothian Council Budget Consultation 2024-25
Sharon Young 28/11/2023 Sharon Young 28/11/2023

East Lothian Council Budget Consultation 2024-25

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East Lothian Third Sector Update | 28/11/2023
Training & Events Gordon Scott 28/11/2023 Training & Events Gordon Scott 28/11/2023

East Lothian Third Sector Update | 28/11/2023

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Democracy Matters
Sharon Young 28/11/2023 Sharon Young 28/11/2023

Democracy Matters

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Club & Community Sports Hub 2023-24 Community Activation Grant
Sharon Young 27/11/2023 Sharon Young 27/11/2023

Club & Community Sports Hub 2023-24 Community Activation Grant

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Join Our Team (Locality Partner Vacancy)
Gordon Scott 21/11/2023 Gordon Scott 21/11/2023

Join Our Team (Locality Partner Vacancy)

We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic individuals who want to make a difference in our local communities.

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VCEL Monthly Funding Update | November 2023
Gordon Scott 21/11/2023 Gordon Scott 21/11/2023

VCEL Monthly Funding Update | November 2023

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

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‘Healthy Planet, Healthy People’: Community-led Award
Sharon Young 20/11/2023 Sharon Young 20/11/2023

‘Healthy Planet, Healthy People’: Community-led Award

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The National Lottery Community Fund - Information Session
Gordon Scott 20/11/2023 Gordon Scott 20/11/2023

The National Lottery Community Fund - Information Session

Hear about the fund, what makes a good application and ask questions.

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Third Sector Annual Conference (Thank You)
Gordon Scott 16/11/2023 Gordon Scott 16/11/2023

Third Sector Annual Conference (Thank You)

Thank You, Pictures & Presentations

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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

Directory

Browse our online directory of voluntary organisations to learn about services and activities available in East Lothian.

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.

Community Pantry

The Fa’side Community Food Pantry is free and open to all. Find opening times and details here. Donations welcome!

Kindness Cafe

East Lothian Lottery

Support for Young People

Employability

Community FAQs

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

Organisation FAQs

Funding

Resources

VolunteerWiki

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.

General FAQs