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Supporting the Community & Voluntary Sector in North Lanarkshire

Supporting the Community & Voluntary Sector in North Lanarkshire

Voluntary Action North Lanarkshire (VANL) is the Third Sector Interface (TSI) for North Lanarkshire which provides services and support to the wider Community and Voluntary Sector across North Lanarkshire to help the sector be as effective as possible

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Latest News

Volunteer Organisers Network Launch Event

  • February 4, 2026

18 March 2026 | Forgewood Community Centre We’re delighted to launch the Volunteer Organisers Network,...

Community Anchor Organisation Development Fund – Information Session

  • February 2, 2026

Community Solutions has launched the new three-year Community Anchor Organisation Development Fund. VANL defines a...

VANL Annual General Meeting – 2026

  • January 28, 2026

Join us for our AGM and the launch of our “How healthy is the North...

[Video] NL Local Employability Partnership Grants Programmes 2026/27 – Briefing Session

  • January 23, 2026

The recorded briefing session for the NL Local Employability Partnership Grants Programmes for 2026/27 can...

Community Solutions Thematic Fund Update

Community Solutions Thematic Fund
  • January 7, 2026

In 2025 VANL reviewed and relaunched the Community Solutions Thematic Fund, taking on feedback from...

Recent OSCR Changes – Effective January 1st

  • January 6, 2026

Upcoming Change – Effective from 1 January 2026 This change does not apply to accounts covering...

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BridgeNL

Our online communication platform for local organisations, showcasing local developments and upcoming events in North Lanarkshire.

Volunteering Opportunities

Find volunteering opportunities, or advertise your own. Visit our TeamKinetic site.

Funding Support

Get support for your organisation’s funding.

Celebrate Success

Celebrate Success in the North Lanarkshire Community and Voluntary Sector, with good news stories!

Training & Events

Find out the latest training and events happening in the North Lanarkshire Community and Voluntary Sector.

Glossary

A glossary containing commonly used phrases and terminology within the North Lanarkshire Community & Voluntary Sector.

Volunteering Support

Need help managing your volunteers? See how VANL can help you today.

Get in Touch

We are open 9AM- 5PM Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays). Get in touch via email or call us!

Community Engagement

Find out more about the Partnerships involved in Community Engagement across our sector.

ALISS

Visit ALISS (A Local Information System for Scotland) to find out more about what’s happening in your area.

Employability

Looking for more information around employability support in North Lanarkshire? Have a look at the following resources.

External Resources

Get more information on local intiatives, external training providers, projects and more.

News

Community and Voluntary Sector

Volunteer Organisers Network Launch Event

18 March 2026 | Forgewood Community Centre We’re delighted to launch

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04/02/2026 No Comments
Community and Voluntary Sector

Community Anchor Organisation Development Fund – Information Session

Community Solutions has launched the new three-year Community Anchor Organisation Development

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02/02/2026 No Comments
Community and Voluntary Sector

VANL Annual General Meeting – 2026

Join us for our AGM and the launch of our “How

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28/01/2026 No Comments

VANL Initiatives

Find out about exciting things we do at VANL and how we can help you thrive and get involved with the local community.

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Services and Support

VANL provides free information
and guidance to CVS organisations on a range of key organisational issues and also some professional services at very low cost.

Services and Support
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Find a Volunteering Opportunity

Find formal volunteering roles in North Lanarkshire, from social support to community groups and environmental projects. Get support from Voluntary Action North Lanarkshire to discover the perfect role and make a difference.

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Training

Explore training opportunities led by Voluntary Action North Lanarkshire, designed to enhance your skills in the charity sector and support your growth within community-focused organizations.

Training
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North Lanarkshire

Discover the strengths of North Lanarkshire, from its prime location and excellent employability support to its vibrant community and green spaces. Learn about the diverse organizations working together to improve the region.

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Key External Resources

Third Sector Human Rights and Equalities (THRE) Initiative
The Lasting Difference Resources
Charity Excellence Framework
Appreciative Inquiry Approach
Growing Climate Confidence
Co-production Scotland
The Skills Network
GovernanceWiki

Local Initiatives Supported by VANL

North Lanarkshire Community Lottery
Community Solutions Programme
Action on Climate Together North Lanarkshire
Get Outdoors Lanarkshire

Voluntary Action North Lanarkshire
Dalziel Building, 7 Scott St, Motherwell ML1 1PN
☏ 01236 748011
✉ info@VANL.co.uk

Accreditation: Carer Positive, Disability Confident, Investors in People: Gold, Living Wage Employer

VANL (SCIO) is registered as Scottish Charity no. SC041224

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