Latest News from Volunteer Centre East Lothian (VCEL)
Latest News from Midlothian Community Action (MCA)
Find out about the latest updates from the Third Sector Interfaces around our region.
Latest News from Borders Community Action (BCA)
Latest News from Edinburgh Social Enterprise Network (ESEN)
Integrated Regional Employability & Skills (IRES) has officially joined the Buy Social Pledge
This reflective article explores how Fresh Start and Scran Academy demonstrate the practical power of community wealth building.
The TSI Scotland Network is a body of expert charities that support, develop and advocate for the third sector and social enterprise
Free Low Carbon Living Sessions for ESES Community Groups
This sharing session will focus on the work being progressed by Fresh Start and Scran Academy.
By funding these essentials, businesses can make an immediate difference in the lives of local children and give them the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Learn more about Bell and its active involvement in the ESES City Region
Funding opportunities for June 2026
Opportunities to Make a Real Impact
You’re invited to the Celebrating Young Changemaker Awards on Monday, 8 June, 10 am–2 pm
They aim to increase inclusion and accessibility in strength sports and training
As part of the Edinburgh & South East Scotland City Region Deal, the Integrated Regional Employability & Skills programme has launched the IRES 2027+ proposal
How the ESES Communities Social Business Directory makes a difference
Village halls play a vital role across the ESES City Region Deal area, particularly in our rural communities, where they help sustain local economies and support the wellbeing of residents.
We visited River Kids in West Lothian. They are a charity that enables positive change for disadvantaged children and their families.
The Scottish Community Wealth Building (CWB) Bill was introduced on 20 March 2025 and passed by the Scottish Parliament on 10th February 2026.
ESES Festive Support Campaign and Social Enterprise Scotland’s Festive Gift Guide 2025
UK Social Enterprise Awards 2025
Edinburgh Social Enterprise Network (ESEN) Winter Networking Event
On Thursday, November 6th, we were exhibiting at the 2025 Fife Meet The Buyer event.
On Thursday, the 30th of October, East Lothian Council's Economic Development team hosted ‘Drop-in and Connect’
On Wednesday, October 8th, Claire and Julie from the ESES Team attended 'Meet the Buyer South' at Tait Hall in Kelso.
On the evening of Wednesday, 8 October, we had the pleasure of attending the launch of the University of Edinburgh's Community Plan 2025-2030.
Chris Sutherland, CEO of Dìon-Cùram, Carries Baton for Baton of Hope in West Lothian
We have launched the 2nd version of our Social Enterprise Directory!
Our portal is part of IRES (Integrated Regional Employability and Skills), a change programme that has successfully brought partners together, created regional strategic direction, and initiated enabler projects that enhance collaboration.
Read on for some funding opportunities handpicked for our beneficiaries....
URGENT: Due to the Council’s Midlothian House renovations, some furniture from Mid House is still looking for a home. It must be collected from the Dalkeith office on Thursday, September 11th.
Our aim is to make it easier for suppliers to buy from organisations that deliver real social impact.
August 2025 is our 'Scottish Borders Focus' month.
Parkinson's UK have release 2 new funding opportunities for communities.
A good practice guide to maximising public value through procurement
View our list of funding opportunities for July!
On Wednesday, June 4th, we attended the Supplier Development Programme Meet the Buyer 2025 event at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh.
On Wednesday, the 11th of June, we co-hosted the "Regional Anchors: Share and Connect" event held at Greyfriars Charteris Centre
On the 16th of June, the ESES Communities Team joined the monthly, free CLES Open Hour—a relaxed, open space for people across the UK working in local economic development.
On Thursday, 29 May 2025, we had the pleasure of joining volunteers from across Midlothian at Newbattle Abbey College for Midlothian Community Action’s annual Volunteer Awards Ceremony.
On Wednesday, the 30th of April, Julie and Katharine had the pleasure of attending the Borders Community Action - Meet the Funders 2025 Event.
On the 14th of April, the ESES Communities Team joined the monthly, free CLES Open Hour—a relaxed, open space for people across the UK working in local economic development.
The Scottish Governemnt has officially announced its Community Wealth Building Bill. When passed, this world-first piece of legislation will be a major step in reshaping how wealth is generated and retained within Scottish communities.
Katharine from the ESES Communities Team attended SCVO's ‘The Gathering’ Conference in Edinburgh on February 4th and 5th.
In this clip, you can hear him update parliament on progress on advancing the Community Wealth Building model of economic development across Scotland.
The ESES Communities Team recently attended the West Lothian Climate Action Network (WLCAN) Gathering at the Howden Centre in Livingston.
The ESES Communities Team recently had a really engaging and enjoyable visit to see staff and volunteers at Volunteer Centre East Lothian (VCEL) in Tranent.
Transform is a community gardening and environmental project for vulnerable young people who need a little bit of extra support to volunteer.
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