The Scottish Government’s Victim Surcharge Fund has reopened to applications from organisations that directly support victims of crime and their families. The Fund, drawn from additional financial levies imposed on all offenders who receive a court fine, will help victim support organisations to cover the costs of short-term and practical support such as repairing or…
Funding
Scotmid’s Community Grant Scheme (Scotland)
Scotmid’s Community Grant scheme helps deserving causes across Scotland. Since 2012, they have supported thousands of projects which have touched the lives of people living in the communities they serve. Small grants of up to £500 are available to assist and support community projects and initiatives throughout Scotland. Funding is available for a wide range…
Funding for Projects that Combat Abuse and Violation of Human Rights
The AB Charitable Trust is an independent grant-making organisation, founded in 1990 to champion human dignity and support the most marginalised and excluded groups in the UK. They typically make one-off grants to eligible charities with annual incomes between £150,000-£1.5 million, and with limited investments or surpluses. UK-registered charities working to combat human rights abuses can…
Funding to Improve Online Digital Presence for Small Charities (UK)
The Fat Beehive Foundation is an independent UK registered charity that provides small grants for websites and digital products to other small UK registered charities. Every year, the Fat Beehive Agency allocates a portion of its profits to the foundation, to make sure that small charities across the UK have the opportunity to expand their…
Upcoming Changes To National Lottery Community Fund Programmes
In preparation for their new strategy and programmes that are due to open later in the year, the National Lottery Community Fund is closing three of their existing funds. Community Led, Improving Lives and Cost-of-Living Support Scotland will close to applications at noon on 21 August 2024. If you are planning to apply to one of…
LNER Customer and Community Investment Fund
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is making grants of up to £10,000 available to support local communities and address areas of social need along the train operator’s network. Funding aims to support projects that focus on mental health, education and employability skills amongst marginalised groups within 15 miles of the East Coast Mainline. It also…
FEL Climate Action Hub’s Second Round of Seed Grants Open
Forth Environment Link’s (FEL) Climate Action Hub’s second round of seed grants are open to applications. These are funded by Scottish Government and are part of the Net Zero Scotland campaign. This second opportunity will see funds of between £250 and £1000 awarded, and the application window is open until Monday 19 August 2024. The…
Grants of up to £5 Million Available to Foster Stronger Community Connections (UK)
Charities and other not-for-profit organisations that aim to bring communities together and enhance connectivity across the UK can apply for grants ranging from £500,000 to £5 million through the National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF). The fund supports up to 20 projects annually for up to 10 years. Projects should improve relationships among diverse groups, facilitate…
Volant Charitable Trust Funding to Alleviate Social Deprivation (Scotland)
The Volant Charitable Trust’s Grants programme has re-opened for applications. The fund aims to support Scottish charities and projects that help alleviate social deprivation, particularly among women, children and young people at risk. Registered charities, community interest companies, community organisations and social enterprises can apply for grants of up to £15,000 per year for up…
Funding for Transformative IT Projects (UK)
Registered charities, educational establishments, community interest companies, and other not-for-profit organisations can apply for grants of up to £15,000 for IT projects that benefit communities and people across the UK. The Worshipful Company of Information Technologists makes the funding available through their IT4Good Grant Programme, which aims to support innovative projects and activities that use…
