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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Macalpine Fire station Open Day – request for support
Take PartBuilding on the success of last year’s Open Day, the Community Action Team are pleased to invite you to support this year’s event at Macalpine…
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‘Celebrating Our Cultures’ event – Save the Date/Calling for Volunteers – Interfaith Scotland
Training and EventsInterfaith Scotland have a upcoming event ‘Celebrating Our Cultures’ on 17 June from 11.30am to 2:30pm at the Council Building, 2 High Street, Perth PH1…
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Missing People – Lived Experience Advisory Group
Take PartMissing People is a national charity that supports people who are missing, people who are thinking about going missing and families and friends who are…
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Ninewells Community Garden open day – 23rd May
Training and EventsJoin Ninewells Community Garden on the 23rd of May from 10am-4pm, as they are opening as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme alongside their friends at…
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DVVA Vacancy – Sessional Receptionist
VacanciesReceptionist - Sessional Varied hours – per week Salary - £15.07 per hour including holiday allowance Receptionist – Sessional We are seeking an…
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Dundee Meet the Funders event
Training and EventsWe’re delighted to announce that registration is now open for our upcoming Meet the Funders event, co-hosted by Dundee City Council and Dundee Volunteer and…
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Christmas Challenge 2026 – Applications open
FundingApplications for Big Give’s Christmas Challenge 2026 are now open. The Christmas Challenge is the UK’s biggest match funding campaign, helping charities double public donations…
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Love and Trouble screening and Q&A with D&A College – 20th May
Training and EventsD&A College are bringing people together for something a bit different - An afternoon to pause, reflect and connect centred around a screening of the…
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DWP announces “Right to Try” for disabled benefit claimants.
VolunteeringNew legislation announced by the Department for Work & Pensions on Thursday 9 April will remove barriers to work (and volunteering) for disabled benefit claimants,…
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Changes to PVG Membership Scheme
Org SupportDisclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 1 April 2026 – Five-year PVG scheme membership now in place – The Disclosure Act brings in the change to a five-year PVG…
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