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 2024-25
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 Isolation One Stop Shop Padlet
Our fantastic resource hub for tackling Social Isolation.
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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Gardening Group – Dundee Women’s Hub
Take PartAs part of the Gendered Services Project, WRASAC (Women's Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre) run a gardening drop in for women to attend and…
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Volunteer Mentor drop ins – intandem
Training and Eventsintandem is a mentoring programme for children and young people experiencing the care system, or at risk of care, and is managed by Inspiring Scotland…
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Scarf – Energy support
NewsScarf are currently active in Dundee; you can refer individuals directly to us (or they can self refer) and we'll process everything to help them…
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Action Earth 2025 Grants are now available!
FundingVolunteering Matters Action Earth has grants of £250 to help communities to respond to our nature and climate crises. Funded by the National Lottery Community…
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cool2talk Service Review – Professional’s Survey
Take PartThis questionnaire is aimed at any professional working with young people aged 12 to 25 across Tayside. cool2talk is a digital service where young people can access information…
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Get ready to submit charity trustee information to OSCR from 30 June 2025
Org SupportThe Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) has announced that from 30 June 2025, all Scottish charities will be required to begin submitting detailed trustee information through…
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Volunteer Recruitment for the Roundhouse
VolunteeringThis recruitment is for our summer holidays programme, we are looking for various positions including cooks, workshop assistants, cleaners and photographers to capture our events.…
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Alternatives – Perinatal Wellbeing Group
NewsCriteria is as follows: Parents must live in Dundee Have a child aged 2 or under / or pregnant Be experiencing low mood, anxiety or…
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Dundee International Women’s Centre – Ladies Games night 20th June
Training and Events -
Dundee City Pipe Band are recruiting Pipers and Drummers
NewsDundee City Pipe Band are now recruiting for Pipers and Drummers of all ages and abilities. DCPB provide weekly free tuition and have adaptations for…
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