East Lothian Third Sector News
East Lothian TSI: Volunteer Centre East Lothian (VCEL)
Latest News from Volunteer Centre East Lothian (VCEL)
Out of Sight Out of Mind Exhibition
Dates: 20 October – 8 November 2026
Come and see the 14th Out of Sight Out of Mind, a one-of-a-kind exhibition presenting artworks made by 300 people with experience of mental health issues.
There will also be a day of events, an afternoon tea, and the slow release of hundreds of more artworks! All organised by people with mental health issues.
The exhibition joins the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival programme which is in its 20th year, presenting a theme of ‘Reflections.’
Exhibition open: 20 Oct - 8 Nov, Tue–Sun, 11am–6pm
Late opening: Thu 22 & 29 Oct, until 8pm
Address: Summerhall, 1 Summerhall Place, Edinburgh
Events are Free.
Info & Booking: https://www.outofsightoutofmind.scot/news/oosoom-2026-events
Accessibility: www.outofsightoutofmind.scot/news/accessibility-2026
An Introduction to Funding Training - Module 3
Date: 29 October 2026
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Volunteer Centre East Lothian, 56 High Street, Tranent
The final session in our three-part fundraising training series, focusing on project monitoring, evaluation and demonstrating impact to funders.
https://vcel.org.uk/events/an-introduction-to-funding-training-module-3/
VCEL Third Sector Annual Conference 2026
Date: 11 November 2026
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Location: The Royal Musselburgh Golf Club
From Talking to Doing: East Lothian in Action
Join organisations, community groups, volunteers and partners from across East Lothian for the VCEL Third Sector Annual Conference 2026.
Wednesday 11 November 2026
9:00am – 4:00pm
The Royal Musselburgh Golf Club
Building on the conversations and connections from previous years, this year's theme, "From Talking to Doing: East Lothian in Action," focuses on turning ideas into meaningful action that benefits local communities.
The conference will feature:
• Inspiring keynote speakers
• Interactive Action Labs and workshops
• Networking opportunities with partners from across East Lothian
• Sharing of learning and best practice
• Discussions on collaboration, volunteering, funding and community impact
• Practical solutions to shared challenges
This event is open to third sector organisations, community groups, volunteers, trustees, public sector partners, funders and anyone interested in strengthening communities across East Lothian.
Places are limited and advance booking is essential.
https://vcel.org.uk/events/vcel-third-sector-annual-conference-2026/
We look forward to welcoming you for a day of collaboration, learning and action as we work together to create positive change across East Lothian.