At GoodCall, we believe in putting mobile technology in the hands of those who need it most. There are thousands of hidden digitally excluded people within our communities. The reality of the digital divide has become even more apparent during...

At this time, effective communication is more important than ever. Our guest blog today comes from Claire Grainger, who is working to support organisations with their PR during this challenging period. With over 20 years’ experience and a wealth of...

Why Volunteering Matters More Than Ever Volunteering and community spirit are vital during the uncertain times ahead. The public’s response to calls for volunteers across community support, healthcare and social care has surged in response to the coronavirus crisis. Matt...

Free Digital Tools to Help Charities Deliver Services Remotely   The coronavirus pandemic will negatively impact on the capacity of charities to support their staff, volunteers and beneficiaries, particularly organisations that support people who are at higher risk. Charity premises...

Working From Home: Lifeline for Charity Workers   UK charity staff working from home due to the Coronavirus crisis have been thrown a lifeline by Scotland’s first dedicated mobile communication social enterprise. Dundee-based GoodCall, a not-for-profit, is providing 10 routers...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Call for Financial Support for Social Enterprises Social enterprise representative bodies are working with the government to secure ongoing support in the event of mass disruption due to the coronavirus pandemic. Concerns have been raised that social...

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Updated Information and Resources for Charities With a growing number of cases of COVID-19 declared across the UK, national third sector bodies are issuing new guidance for charities to put health first when making decisions around coronavirus. The...

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Keeping Your Mobile Phone Clean and Safe Evidence suggests that Covid-19 can survive on surfaces for nearly a week. The new guidance recommends disinfecting your mobile phone at least twice a day as it often comes into contact...

What is an IMEI? Every mobile phone has a unique 15-digit International Mobile Equipment Identity number that can be used to identify each device. It contains information such as the country of origin, the manufacturer and the model number. This...

7 Smart Ways to Tell the World about Your Charity, Using Your Mobile Phone   Many charities want to raise awareness of their cause. However, with so many channels for promotion can often be confusing, costly and overwhelming. They know...

4G Calling, sometimes known as Voice over Long-Term Evolution (VoLTE), is when your calls are carried by your data package. When you make or receive a phone call, your phone will stay on 4G. That makes you can use data...

Scotland’s first dedicated mobile communication social enterprise has ploughed tens of thousands of pounds back into the third sector in just six months by helping charities drive down their mobile phone bills. Dundee-based GoodCall aims to provide the lowest cost...