We are delighted to open the 2010 annual small grant scheme. Groups and agencies working with or within low-income groups in Scotland are welcome to apply for grants between £500 …
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Community grants for food projects in Edinburgh
The Live Well Edinburgh Fund (formerly the Joseph Thomson Mortification Trust) is encouraging groups and services in Edinburgh that provide food, food education activities and services to vulnerable and disadvantaged …
Posted in Funding news
Older People Eating Well
Wednesday June 16th 10.00am-3.00pmPerth Concert Hall This is a first networking meeting for community food initiatives working to support older people in their community to eat well. Older people both …
Posted in Events and conferences
Free attendance to the 2nd British Sociological Association Food Study Group Conference
With welcome assistance from the conference organisers, CFHS can offer free attendance, travel and accommodation for two participants from Scottish organisations to this event on Monday 5 July at the …
Posted in Events and conferences
Would you like to promote the work of your group at Gardening Scotland?
CFHS are looking for community food initiatives involved in growing fruit and vegetables to share their stall at Gardening Scotland. Held from 4-6 June at Ingliston near Edinburgh, Scotland’s largest …
Posted in Events and conferences
Scottish Grocer’s Federation Healthyliving Programme expansion
A joint £1.3 million investment from the Scottish Government and retailers to promote healthier food options in convenience stores has recently been announced. The Scottish Government plans to invest £679,000 …
Posted in Policy news
Funding cuts? CHEX wants to hear from you
Unfortunately in times of budget constraints community and voluntary health organisations across the country are likely to be experiencing cuts in funding. The Community Health Exchange (CHEX) wants to capture …
Posted in Misc food and health
Preventing Overweight and Obesity: A Route Map Towards Healthy Weight
On 22 February the Scottish Government launched a long-term obesity strategy, Preventing Overweight and Obesity: A Route Map Towards Healthy Weight. The Route Map identired four key areas in which …
Posted in Policy news
Lloyds TSB Foundation for Scotland grant programme
Lloyds TSB Foundation has announced the reopening of its grant-making programme and is inviting charities to apply for funding from the £2 million available for 2010. Last October, the Foundation …