We are here to champion and support
the third sector in Perth & Kinross.
Your work matters to the people of Perth and Kinross.
We see your impact, and we’re here to strengthen the voluntary sector so people flourish and communities thrive.
As your local TSI, we provide support to registered charities, community groups and volunteer-involving organisations. We help organisations meet their goals and empower change-makers across the sector, from organisation leaders to aspiring volunteers and more.
We also represent the strategic needs of the sector to advocate for wider change at the local and national level.
Our commitment to the third sector is summarised by our core offer below. Scroll further to find our projects, latest sector news, and an FAQ about our service.
Voice
Gathering and representing the voice of the third sector at a strategic level
Connect
Enabling collaboration and partnerships in the third sector
Building Capacity
Supporting the third sector with the resources it needs to thrive
Volunteering
Supporting the growth and development of volunteering
Our Projects
Be the Change
This new local platform is changing the way volunteering happens in Perth & Kinross.
Volunteer Strategy
We’re developing the Perth & Kinross Volunteer Strategy for 2024-2027, and we’d love your input.
Service Navigator
Hundreds of local organisations have joined our map to showcase their support and activities.
Latest News
- The Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund is here!
We’re so happy to bring this funding opportunity to community organisations across Perth and Kinross, courtesy of the Scottish Government. This fund is here to support community-based initiatives that promote and develop good mental health and wellbeing within the adult population (aged 16 or over), with a particular focus on prevention and early intervention. Applications are welcomed from a range of voluntary groups and organisations, including: Learn more about what projects are eligible for this… Read more: The Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund is here! - Third Sector PK Update: September 2024
Here’s our most recent funding newsletter for the voluntary sector in Perth & Kinross. Join today for third sector news and the latest funding, development and engagement opportunities. Hello, Next week, we’ll be opening the Expression of Interest form for the fourth year of the Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund! Look out for another email from us and an announcement on social media. We can’t wait to deliver another round of this impactful fund, courtesy of Scottish Government. Read… Read more: Third Sector PK Update: September 2024 - MORE success stories from the Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund: coming soon!
Next week, we’ll open the Expression of Interest form for the fourth year of the Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund. Continuing in the series of success stories from the previous funding round, here are more examples of what community organisations have achieved with these grants. These stories are here to show the range of projects supported by this funding and shine a light on the amazing community work we have in our region. We’re… Read more: MORE success stories from the Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund: coming soon!
Frequently Asked Questions
A Third Sector Interface is a central source of knowledge and support for the third sector.
There are 32 TSIs, one for every local authority in Scotland. Each TSI is responsible for supporting and advocating for local charities, community groups and other third sector organisations.
Every TSI is unique – some function as their own charities, and others are partnerships across multiple organisations. It depends on the needs of the area they serve.
We support the third sector by disseminating new and relevant information, proactively building relationships with organisations and addressing structural barriers. We work with cross-sector partners to meet needs and achieve necessary outcomes for the third sector.
As a TSI, we are also responsible for distributing certain funding to organisations in Perth and Kinross on behalf of Scottish Government. Lately, this includes the Whole Families Wellbeing Fund and the Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund for Adults.
PK TSI is an independent service within a larger charity, PKAVS. We operate much like the rest of the TSI Scotland Network and set our goals with respect to national outcomes.
Although PKAVS is made up of separate services, we are united by our shared values and commitment to making a positive impact across Perth and Kinross. This approach allows each of our services to work independently in pursuit of common goals.