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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Young people in @Elgin Youth Development Group, Moray have helped deliver their biggest Youth Takeover yet Read more: cashbackforcommunities.org/building-bri...

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

From supporting young parents through creative arts experiences to helping young people build confidence through community cooking, CashBack for Communities is empowering people across Scotland to connect, learn and thrive. cashbackforcommunities.org/building-bri...

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

From band sessions in Glasgow to creative projects in the Highlands, CashBack-funded programmes are helping young people build confidence, develop new skills and connect with others through the arts. Read our latest News piece : 🔗 cashbackforcommunities.org/creativity-c...

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

This World Refugee Day, we highlight how CashBack for Communities supports projects across Scotland that provide safe spaces, build confidence, and promote inclusion for those affected by displacement. To read more : cashbackforcommunities.org/world-refuge... #CashBackForCommunities #RefugeeWeek

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Phase 7 of the CashBack for Communities programme will run from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029 with an increased overall programme budget of up to £26 million. Organisations to benefit from the latest funding can be found here : cashbackforcommunities.org/phase-7-cash...

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Our Impact Report 2024–2025 is now live! This year, CashBack for Communities supported over supported over 15,000 young people, delivered £6.2 million in funding, and worked with 29 partners to create real change across Scotland. 📘 Read the full report: cashbackforcommunities.org/regions/

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

All submitted applications are now undergoing a structured and multi-stage assessment process. This process is designed to ensure fairness, transparency, and consistency in the evaluation of proposals. For updates on the process : cashbackforcommunities.org/application-...

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Lyndsay McDade @lyndsaymcdade.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

On Monday, we launched a new #sextortion resource with Education Scotland & Minister @siobhian.bsky.social Requested by teachers & co-produced by young people, the new resource includes a short video & notes to support vital conversations Learn more: crimestoppers-uk.org/fearless/new...

Young person wearing school uniform sits sharing her views with Minister Siobhian Brown and others.

Catriona Scobie from Education Scotland stands in front of secondary school class talking to pupils. TV screen playing fearless' new video behind her

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

📢Apply now📢 CashBack for Communities is now open for applications. The next phase will run from April 2026 to March 2029. Up to £26m is available and organisations can apply for grants of between £150,000 and £1,500,000. Find out more and apply👇 cashbackforcommunities.org/funding/

Applications close on Thursday 7 August at noon

We welcome applications from...
Not-for-profits
Working in Scotland
With a track record of delivering similar services
For a full list of eligibility criteria, see our Guidance on How to Apply:
cashbackforcommunities.org/funding

For up to date information:
CashBackforCommunities.org

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

"My relationships are now a lot stronger. I feel I can talk to my mum a lot more whereas before I wasn’t open with her." This year's @starcatchersuk.bsky.social CashBack for Young Parents Impact Report includes participants' stories and the issues affecting their lives the most👇

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

💡Join the CashBack for Communities team💡 We're hiring! Join us as our new Communications Executive and help us share the difference the programme is making in the lives of young people across Scotland. 🗓️Closes 16 June 👇

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Time to celebrate – it’s #VolunteersWeek🎉 Thank you to the volunteers who make our communities stronger every day. And congrats to the young CashBack for Communities participants who are building positive connections in their communities by volunteering. #volunteersweek2025

Young person clearing up garden, Barnardo's Scotland

64,240 volunteering hours contributed by young CashBack for Communities participants in 2023-24

"I'm proud to see my child actively contributing in their community through the CashBack rugby programme.

Whether it's volunteering to coach younger players or participating in community clean-up events, they're learning the importance of being a responsible citizen." Parent, Scottish Rugby Union

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

🗓️Last chance to register🗓️ The last online information session on how to apply for CashBack for Communities funding is: Tuesday 3 June 6-7pm Register on our website👇 cashbackforcommunities.org/funding/

Funding information webinar:
Tues 3 June, 6-7pm
Register now on our website:
CashBackforCommunities.org/funding

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

💡New info on how to apply💡 Detailed information on how to apply for CashBack for Communities funding is now on our website👇 cashbackforcommunities.org/funding/

Detailed guidance on how to apply now available on our website

27 May-3 June Information webinars
Thurs 12 June Applications open on CashBack website
Thurs 7 Aug noon Applications close

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

📢Updated key dates📢 We will share detailed guidance on how to apply for CashBack for Communities funding on or after Thursday 22 May on our website: cashbackforcommunities.org/funding/ Webinar dates: 🟡27 May 🟡28 May 🟡3 June

Funding information webinars:
Tues 27 May 3-4pm (new date)
Wed 28 May 10-11am
Tues 3 June 6-7pm

On or after Thurs 22 May
Guidance on how to apply shared
27 May-3 June
Information webinars
Thurs 12 June
Applications open on CashBack for Communities website
Thurs 7 Aug noon
Applications close

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

🗓️Register now🗓️ We are holding three information webinars on how to apply for the next phase of CashBack funding: 🟡Tuesday 20 May, 3-4pm 🟡Wednesday 28 May, 10-11am 🟡Tuesday 3 June, 6-7pm Register on our website: cashbackforcommunities.org/funding/

Funding information webinars:
Tues 20 May 3-4pm
Wed 28 May 10-11am
Tues 3 June 6-7pm
Register now on our website:
CashBackforCommunities.org/funding

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

📢Opening soon📢 A new phase of CashBack for Communities has been announced. Applications will open on 12 June 2025. Find all up-to-date information on our website: cashbackforcommunities.org/funding/

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

🌟It's Partner Learning Day🌟 The day starts with a showcase from @barnardosscot.bsky.social and @starcatchersuk.bsky.social and @fifegingerbread.bsky.social Partners will also share learning on achieving a key CashBack aim: Young people contribute positively to communities. #CB4CSharingLearning

CashBack Partner Learning Day intro session

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Next Wed, CashBack partners will come together for a Partner Learning Day, including: 💡Dr Johanne Miller, @uniwestscotland.bsky.social 💡Our evaluators Bean Research 💡Roundtable on CashBack aim: “Young people contribute positively to their communities" 👀Watch this space for updates

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

In #Aberdeen, CashBack partners shmu are using media as a tool to engage disadvantaged young people. "I was able to help my friends and work together as a group. I felt part of something." Read on in our Aberdeen activity pack👇🏿 cashbackforcommunities.org/what-does-ca... #CB4C

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CYCJ @cycjscotland.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Our webinars are available to book now! We’ve got an excellent line up of topics including: 💡 Antisocial behaviour in Scotland 💡 Applying desistance thinking 💡 Neurodivergent children’s experiences in the youth justice system Tickets are going fast, so book your place now! shorturl.at/AYspU

White text on top of a photo of a woman with dark hair holding a pen and looking at a laptop with an open notebook. Text reads: Upcoming Webinars from CYCJ all our webinars are free to attend - we welcome practitioners, policymakers, and anyone passionate about the welfare of children and young people to learn from and engage with us in these important conversations. Tuesday, 29 April understanding and navigating disclosure implications following the implmentation of the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Friday 2, May Antisocial behaviour in Scotland - Hearing from the Independent working group. Thursday 15, May applying desistance thinking with youth justice-involved children. Thursday 22, May neurodivergent children's experiences in the Youth Justice System. Monday 30, June the minimum age of criminal responsibility: an international medico-legal perspective.

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

Our partners support young people across Scotland. In #ArgyllandBute, @oytscotland.bsky.social supported New Scot M to take part in youth work aboard a 70ft yacht. M rose to the challenge despite strong winds... Read on in our Argyll and Bute activity pack👇🏿 cashbackforcommunities.org/what-does-ca...

Argyll and Bute CashBack Activities in the Area resource, £13,128 funding delivered in 2023-24, 38 young people supported. Partners include Access to Industry, Ocean Youth Trust Scotland and Youth Scotland.

Group of people looking at map outdoors on a boat

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CYCJ @cycjscotland.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

We've got two events coming up where you can hear the findings from our Men Minds research project, aimed at professionals working with young men & boys - 27/05/25, in person, University of Strathclyde - 04/06/25, online, Teams Head to the link below to book tickets 👇 shorturl.at/yo74c

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What's New — Men Minds

Men Minds aims to remove barriers to mental health research engagement for young men who are migrants, LGBTQ+ or in conflict with the law.

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

What does CashBack deliver in your local area? Our new 'Activities in the Area' resources are packed with young people's stories of the impact CashBack is having for them, their families and communities. Click for info on your local authority👇 cashbackforcommunities.org/what-does-ca...

“I was a bit of a windup merchant in school and never took school seriously, but thanks to the support I received, now I know what I need to do to actually get somewhere in life.
They never saw me turning out like this!”
Young CashBack participant in Glasgow, basketballscotland

"Through working on the programme, I am now feeling healthy and strong, and in remission from ulcerative colitis! My confidence has improved, I can now go on the bus by myself and face possible issues without as much anxiety.
I have now secured voluntary work within my old school and I am loving it.”
Young CashBack participant in North Ayrshire, National Autistic Society

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

Find out what CashBack is doing in your local area🗺️ CashBack funds activities for young people across all 32 Scottish local authorities. Watch this space for our new ‘Activities in the Area’ resources coming next week👀

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Together (Scottish Alliance for Children's Rights) @together-sacr.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

Everybody has rights, including children Check out the Parent Club's website, they have helpful resources & information regarding #ChildrensRights How can parents & carers support children's rights? #UNCRCScotland Visit here: www.parentclub.scot/topics/child...

Screenshot of the Parent Club's website homepage.

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

This week @scotrefugeecouncil.bsky.social shared a session on New Scots with CashBack partners💡 They highlighted that integration enables people to be included and contribute, and it starts from the day a young person arrives in the UK. Learn more👇🏿 scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk #CB4C

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Congratulations to the young people who co-produced this national event as part of Generation CashBack👏 Designed by young people, for young people. Find out more about Generation CashBack👇 youthscotland.org.uk/programme/ge...

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Generation CashBack

Funded by CashBack for Communities, Generation CashBack is delivered by Youth Scotland, Scouts Scotland, Girlguiding Scotland & Boys' Brigade

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StarcatchersUK @starcatchersuk.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

We love #pancakeday 🥞? But what about deconstructed pancake play day...🤩 Our wee chefs & their adults had a brilliant time experimenting in their pancake parlour. Learn more about #playandexplore with @fifegingerbread.bsky.social & @cashbackscot.bsky.social ➡️ starcatchers.org.uk/work/starcat...

Young child wearing a moustache and apron with bowls, flour and balls on the floor behind them.

Young child taking something out of a cup whilst holding a spatula

Young child and adult playing with flour, bowls and cooking utensils

Young child and adult playing with cooking items

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CYCJ @cycjscotland.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

📣 Registration for the Youth Justice Conference 2025 is now open! 📆 11 and 12 June, 2025, Stirling Court Hotel Book your place: lnkd.in/e97DbNcW Our theme is ‘Childhood, Safeguarding and the Children’s Hearing System’ and keynote speakers are @carlenefirmin.bsky.social and Dr Grace Robinson

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

To mark International Women's Day, we asked women in CashBack leadership roles to share their advice for the next generation of women leaders. Find out what they said👀 cashbackforcommunities.org/women-in-lea... #IWD2025 #CB4C

Image of women holding hands with quote from Kelly Shearer at YDance on top:
"You don't need to wait for permission to lead. Leadership isn't about holding a certain title - it's about stepping forward when you see a gap or an opportunity to make a difference."

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Sign up for email updates to keep informed on the CashBack programme👇 cashbackforcommunities.us18.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=... Later this spring we'll be sharing updated information on our activities in each local authority in Scotland👀

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

This morning CashBack partners met with our evaluation partner Bean Research💡 We're working together to put young people's voices front and centre in a way that keeps them safe and supported. Hear young people's views on CashBack👇 cashbackforcommunities.org/listen-up-yo...

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Listen up: Young participants share their views on CashBack - CashBack for Communities

We asked young people participating in CashBack projects to share their views on the programme. They told us what makes the biggest difference for them, and what they would like to see in the future. ...

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

New Specialist Volunteer Network workshops include: 🔵Full cost recovery - 11 Mar 🔵Intellectual property - Recording now available 🔵How the right CRM can transform your impact - Recording now available More info👇 mailchi.mp/aad94b334243...

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SVN Mailout 10th February

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

“This has helped me think more about boundaries and think about what I do more.” We're spotlighting how CashBack is achieving its key aims. This week: 🌟Building skills and resilience. Find out more👇 cashbackforcommunities.org/wp-content/u...

Two participant quotes:
“This has helped me think more about boundaries and think about what I do more.”
(Young person, Mayfield and Easthouses Youth 2000 Project)
“I’ve stopped going out as much at the weekend, my friends do drugs all the time and I just don’t want to do that anymore or even be around it. I really want to get this apprenticeship so don’t want to do anything to muck it up.”
(Young person, Scottish Sports Futures)

7,626 young CashBack participants report feeling more resilient

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

"I'm proud to see my child actively contributing to their community through CashBack" We're spotlighting how CashBack is achieving its key aims. This week: 🤝Contributing to communities. Read more👇 cashbackforcommunities.org/wp-content/u...

64,240 volunteering hours contributed by young CashBack participants

Quote from parent, Scottish Rugby Union
"I'm proud to see my child actively contributing to their community through the CashBack rugby programme. Whether it's volunteering to coach younger players or participating in community clean-up events, they're learning the importance of being a responsible citizen."

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

This #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek, we're showcasing how CashBack projects support children and young people's wellbeing. Through Bethany Christian Trust's support, Adam's confidence has grown, helping him try new things and apply for a college course: cashbackforcommunities.org/improving-yo...

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

👂💭We asked young participants to share their views on CashBack. They told us support that makes them feel safe and respected makes the biggest difference. Find out what else they shared👇 cashbackforcommunities.org/listen-up-yo...

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

CashBack supported over 15,000 young people across Scotland last year✨ The programme shows strong performance, with young people most at risk of involvement in the justice system supported to positive destinations.

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CashBack for Communities @cashbackscot.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

🎄Check out @starcatchersuk.bsky.social's Festive Wee Inspirations for no-fuss ideas for putting the voices of babies at the heart of play👇 bit.ly/4iEZ8NH Starcatchers' CashBack for Young Parents supports families to build positive relationships, with partner Fife Gingerbread.

Photo of baby with baubles. "Our sessions have allowed K to connect to her excitement and pride for baby's first Christimas. We've created Christmas baubles which K has displayed on her tree in her and baby R's very first home together, and created homemade chocolates, which subtly introduced basic numeracy skills too."

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