Our Partnerships

VCEL works collaboratively, in partnership with other public and third sector organisations which share our values of a fairer society. Together we can make a bigger difference.

VCEL is proud to work in partnership with the following organisations, benefiting greatly from their support, collaboration, funding and endorsement.

The Scottish Government

We’re grateful to receive crucial core funding from the Scottish Government which enables us to continue our essential work.

East Lothian Council

With the funding we receive from East Lothian Council, we’re able to continue and develop our work in the third sector and we thank our local authority for their support.

National Lottery

We’re grateful to the National Lottery for funding our Youth Befriending Service which provides life-enhancing support for vulnerable young people.

Charter Champion

By signing up to the Volunteer Charter, and guided by its 10 key principles, we take active steps to ensure good and equal relations between our employees and volunteers.

East Lothian Community Lottery

Gatherwell, our external lottery manager, helps facilitate our East Lothian Community Lottery which supports local good causes, making a real difference to our communities.

The Poverty Alliance

As a member of Scotland’s anti-poverty movement, we actively help communities tackle poverty in all its forms across East Lothian.

Armed Forces Covenant

Our pledge to The Armed Forces Covenant demonstrates VCEL’s commitment to ensuring those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated with fairness and respect in our local communities, economy and society.

Equality Action Pledge

VCEL is committed to tackling discrimination and underrepresentation within our organisation. And through our Equality Action pledge we commit to achieving diversity and fair representation across our Board, senior leadership, staff, volunteers and service users by all relevant protected characteristics.

East Lothian Health & Social Care Partnership

East Lothian Health & Social Care Partnership aims to provide the best health, best care and best value for East Lothian's communities. East Lothian Health & Social Care Partnership funds our Community First Service.

Disability Confident initiative

Through our pledge to the Disability Confident initiative we commit to ensuring that those with disabilities are treated fairly and have access to the same opportunities as everyone else. VCEL warmly welcomes disabled applicants for all roles.