1. Third Sector in the South West

2. In Edinburgh 2395 charities + circa 1200 community Groups (OSCR)
Third Sector = Registered Charities + Social Enterprises + Community Groups
In Edinburgh charities + circa 1200 community Groups (OSCR)
In SW Locality 410 organisations specifically working in the SW (red book)
Common attributes of many Third Sector Organisations
Majority focus on PREVENTATIVE work
Often set up to meet a COMMUNITY NEED
Volunteer workers
Charities are managed by a volunteer management committee and are regulated by OSCR
Complex funding arrangements, tendency to get short term funding for projects.

3. Engaging with the Third Sector
Managed by
Engaging with the Third Sector

4. Engaging with the SW Third Sector
South West and Pentlands Voluntary Sector Forum
Chair – Bridie Ashrowan, Broomhouse Centre
Supported by
Quarterly meetings
Other forums and networks in the South West
SW LOOPS network meeting (focussing on older people services)
Joining the Dots (Broomhouse)
Gorgie and Dalry Forum
Living Well Wester Hailes
Other thematic forums and networks also working in Edinburgh