Community Development and Engagement
Our priority is to get more people more connected with their communities – reducing social isolation and improving health and well being for all.
Promoting and supporting local community and voluntary action
Our Vision
Our Vision is of a strong and sustainable third sector that can make a lasting contribution to the health, wellbeing and prosperity of the people and communities of Dundee.
SALTIRE - Youth volunteering
Whether you are already volunteering or just thinking about it, Saltire Awards are for you! If you are aged between 12 and 25 you will be eligible to take part.
Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund 2025-27
The Scottish Government's Fund’s aimed at to supporting communities, enabling them to create the conditions for good mental health and wellbeing at a population level whilst ensuring access to a range of support to match their needs.
Social Inclusion One Stop Shop Padlet
Our fantastic resource hub for broadening Social Inclusion.
Mental Health Third Sector Forum Padlet
A shared space for Third Sector organisations with an interest in mental health and wellbeing to share information. Check here regularly for the latest information, events, training and funding opportunities
Funding
Find out about funding opportunities, other support and take a look at our funding newsletter
Become a member
Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Action recognises our members as a vital part of the governance and accountability of our organisation. Membership is open to all Third Sector organisations (charitable, voluntary and community groups) as well as individuals and corporate organisations.
As a member, you will enjoy the following benefits:
- Regular information updates
- Discounted rates on our room bookings, training and events
- The right to vote at the AGM or other General Meetings of the organisation
- A say in the governance of DVVA and the chance to be elected to the Board
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Courageous Nature in Our Community event – 13th June 12pm
Training and EventsHow It Felt invite you to ‘Courageous Nature in our Community’ a public event to celebrate a special project they have been working on at Boomerang Community Centre! 🌟 How It…
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Vacancy at OPFS – Family Support Worker
VacanciesOne Parent Families Scotland are recruiting for the below post - Post: Family Support Worker (1 year fixed term with continuation of post subject to funding)…
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Vacancy at OPFS – Childcare Connector
VacanciesOne Parent Families Scotland are recruiting for the below post. Post: Childcare Connector – Family Support Worker, Dundee (Maternity leave Cover until 1st Jan 2027 with…
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Wind Turbine Academy – Angus Training Group
Take PartThe Wind Turbine Academy 2026 could be your pathway into the fast-growing renewable energy sector. Delivered by Angus Training Group and supported by Michelin Development funding, this fully supported programme…
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Bursaries available for the Scottish Fundraising Conference – Glasgow 22–23 September
FundingBursaries available for the Scottish Fundraising Conference, taking place in Glasgow, 22 – 23 September. There are still some bursaries available for the Scottish Fundraising…
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Faith in Community are looking for new Trustees
VolunteeringFaith in Community Dundee are currently looking for new trustees. They are particularly interested in those with experience of finance or admin, but welcome any…
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Funding Newsletter June 2026
NewsSee our latest newsletter collaboratively produced by DVVA and External Funding (DCC). To join the mailing list for this specific newsletter please get in touch with funding@dvva.scot …
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Money Advice Services for single parents
Take PartOne Parent Families Scotland Dundee, offer free, confidential Money Advice Services to support single parents with: Household budgeting Benefit health checks Better off in work calculations…
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Lived Experience Advisory Group – Missing People
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Grief training from Cruse Scotland
Training and EventsCruse Scotland have four online training sessions upcoming, please see below - Cultural Differences in Death, Grief and Ritual 22 Jun, 5 Aug This course…
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