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Here is your weekly round-up of content from our website, www.fva.org.
What a week it's been! We've been celebrating Volunteers' Week with awards, a summit and an open day – thank you to everyone who got involved. You'll find a full list of our award winners below.
Looking ahead, Carers' Week starts next week. We've rounded up the events, funding and financial support available to unpaid carers. Whether you're a carer yourself or know someone who is, there's plenty of useful information to explore.
Click on any of the purple text below to be taken to the item on our website.
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Volunteering and Voluntary Sector Award Winners 2026
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The very best of Fife's volunteering community came together on Tuesday 02 June 2026 at Rothes Halls, Glenrothes, for a memorable evening celebrating the remarkable people and organisations that make such a positive difference across our communities.
Hosted by Dave and Vanessa presenters of Original 106's Breakfast Show, the evening was filled with inspiring stories, well-deserved recognition and heartfelt applause. Awards were presented by category sponsors alongside Deputy Provost Councillor Dave Dempsey, helping to make the occasion a fitting tribute to the incredible contribution volunteers bring to the voluntary sector.
We would like to extend our congratulations to all nominees and finalists!
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From 8–14 June, Carers' Week shines a spotlight on unpaid carers and the vital role they play every day. There are plenty of events taking place, along with information on funding, benefits and financial support.
Many people don't think of themselves as unpaid carers, but if you regularly support a friend, family member or neighbour who is living with an illness, disability, mental health condition or addiction, you could be one.
Whether you're an unpaid carer yourself or know someone who is, help and support are available. Take a look at what's on offer this Carers' Week and find out how you can access the support you deserve.
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Circles Network: Carers' Week Event
Tuesday 09 June, 10.00am - 12.30pm, Leven
Take time for you and enjoy a relaxing and rejuvenating morning designed especially for unpaid carers. The event is free and they'll provide refreshments and snacks.
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Kindred: Carers' Week Coffee Morning
Tuesday 09 June, 10.00am - 12.00pm, Dunfermline
Kindred is hosting a coffee morning for Carers' Week. Everyone is welcome and they'd love to see you there!
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Citizens Advice & Rights Fife: Carer Income Maximisation for Parent Carers
As part of Carers' Week, Citizens Advice & Rights Fife (CARF) is hosting a dedicated event to support you in making the most of your income and accessing the help you're entitled to.
Come along for advice, guidance, and a friendly chat - no appointment needed!
Please note these sessions are for parents/carers of pupils at each school.
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Carers Week Day Disco
Wednesday 10 June, 2.00 - 5.00pm, Kirkcald
Put on your dancing shoes and come and celebrate Carers Week with Fife Carers Centre. This is your chance to let your hair down, have a laugh, and spend time with people who get it.
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Financial Support and Funding
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Social Security Scotland: Financial Help Available for Unpaid Carers
Research has also shown that many people don’t recognise themselves as carers and are therefore missing out on help available.
An unpaid carer is anyone who supports friends, family or a neighbour because of illness, disability, mental health problems, or addiction.
There's a range of financial help available from Social Security Scotland.
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Take a Break Fund for Carers
Take a Break can accept applications from parent carers, and eligible kinship carers, of disabled and seriously ill children and young people, aged 0 to 17.
Closing date: 22 June 2026
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Respitality in Fife: Breaks for Unpaid Carers
Respitality breaks can provide unpaid carers time to rest, pursue a hobby, catch up with friends, or just relax and recharge. For some, a break is an opportunity for the unpaid carer and the person they care for to enjoy time together; for others, it’s about having quality time apart.
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Time to Live Fund: £500 Towards a Break
Unpaid carers in Fife can get up to £500 to help them get a break from their caring commitments.
The funding can help with a range of costs associated with short breaks, including transport, accommodation, leisure activities and supported holidays.
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Lunchtime Learning - Power of Attorney
Thursday 18 June, 12.00 - 1.00pm, online
We'll be joined by a variety of experts in power of attorney from the public and third sectors who can help attendees understand what power of attorney is, why it's important, support services that are available, and financial advice.
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Lunchtime Learning: Fife and The Forth Green Freeport
Tuesday 23 June, 12.00 - 1.00pm, online
The Forth Green Freeport is an area of land linked to a port where normal tax and customs rules are varied to promote growth and trade. Tune in to this session to learn about what this means for the Forth Green Freeport, how it can help support Fife's employability vision, and how we can learn from each other's development strategies.
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Understanding Universal Credit
Tuesday 09June, 2.00 - 3.30pm, online
At this session, Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) will help participants understand how employability practitioners can continue to support those who are now on Universal Credit in terms of application, online access, and making queries about benefit decisions.
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DWP Connect
Wednesday 10 June, 9.00am - 12.30pm, Caledonia House Glenrothes
DWP Connect is a Know Your Network-style event at which participants will find out more about multiple individual Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) projects and services via the ever-popular table hops.
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PVG/Disclosure - Introductory Session
Thursday 11 June, 9.30am - 1.00pm, Caledonia House Glenrothes
Following the updates from the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020, the course will provide up-to-date information on different types of disclosure checks, regulated roles, how to process checks, and safe recruitment.
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Top Tips On Completing Funding Applications
Tuesday 16 June, 6.00 - 8.00pm, online
This session is about successfully completing funding applications and will guide you to effectively find appropriate funders and funding opportunities, understand funders’ priorities, and construct compelling proposals that meet application criteria.
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Roles and Responsibilities of a Trustee/Committee/Board Member
Wednesday 24 June, 6.00 - 9.00pm, Caledonia House Glenrothes
This free training session is designed to help new or potential Trustees to understand their role and responsibilities so that they can enjoy and thrive in their role free from stress or worries by understanding what they can and should be doing.
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Third Sector Engagement Event (Core Grant Funded Services Review)
Monday 29 June, 1.30 - 3.30pm, Caledonia House Glenrothes
This event is aimed at third sector organisations currently supporting children, young people and families in Fife. It will be the third engagement event as part of the core granted funded services review process being undertaken by Children & Families Social Work.
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RESCHEDULED - Fife Employability Forum
Tuesday 09 June, 9.00am - 12.30pm, Caledonia House Glenrothes
The Fife Employability Forum is held quarterly and brings together staff and managers involved in employability services from all sectors - aiming to help organisations to work together to improve employment outcomes for people in Fife.
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Fife Befriending Forum
Thursday 11 June, 1.00 - 3.00pm, Caledonia House Glenrothes
The Befriending Forum is an opportunity for members to share learning, develop positive working relationships, and gain support. This is an open invitation for all befriending support services within Fife.
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Mental Health Forum
Tuesday 16 June, 10.00am - 12.00pm, Caledonia House Glenrothes
Membership of the Forum is open to all staff and trustees with constituted third sector organisations operating in the Fife area in the field of health and social care (i.e. it's not just for organisations that focus entirely on mental health).
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Health and Social Care Forum
Thursday 18 June, 10.00am - 12.00pm, Caledonia House Glenrothes
The forum is a fantastic space for third sector colleagues to come along and hear about key developments in health and social care in Fife and nationally, discuss significant issues and network with other third sector organisations.
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BRAG Family Fun Day
Sunday 07 June, 11.00am - 3.00pm, Lochgelly
Activities include a bouncy castle, face painting, family-friendly activities, and a variety of stalls - with additional attractions set to be confirmed in the lead-up to the day.
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How to Become An Impactful STEM Volunteer
Join STEM Ambassadors for this 45-minute introduction to the STEM Ambassadors Programme to find out how you can get involved in valuable STEM outreach with young people.
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Pars Foundation: Summer Family Fun Day
Saturday 13 June, 10.00am - 4.00pm, Dunfermline
Whether you’re already there at Soccer Sevens or just looking for something fun to do, come along and be part of what’s set to be an unforgettable day of fun, laughter and memories!
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LINK Befriending AGM
Wednesday 17 June, 4.00 - 5.00pm, Cupar
LINK are pleased to invite you to their AGM where you'll hear about the work of their projects from this past year.
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Scottish Chamber Orchestra Dementia Friendly Concert
Thursday 18 June, Doors open 1.00pm, Glenrothes
This will be a relaxed afternoon performance featuring classical favourites and familiar tunes, introduced and performed by SCO musicians, along with tea and biscuits that can be enjoyed as part of the concert experience.
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Canine Partners' Virtual Open Day
Saturday 27 June, 10.00 - 11.30am, online
If you're curious about life-changing assistance dogs, interested in volunteering, or exploring ways to support an organisation, join Canine Partners for their virtual open day!
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SURF Awards 2026
The awards recognise and reward best practice in community regeneration.
Closing date: 07 September 2026
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The Sackler Trust
The Sackler Trust supports a wide range of organisations, focusing on science, education, arts, heritage, environment, and social good.
Closing date: apply at any time
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