“Sow seeds of friendship and give local wildlife a lift.” Ahead of The Big Help Out 2026, people across Scotland are being encouraged to “Bee Friendly” and do something simple but powerful for nature: sowing wildflower seeds. To help everyone get started, environmental charity Eden Project is giving away 100 wildflower seed starter packs, offering an easy way for individuals, neighbours and community…
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Managing Relationships in the Third Sector Training Session
Scottish Mediation is delivering an online training session, Managing Relationships in the Third Sector, on Wednesday 23 September 2026, 1:30pm – 4:30pm.
Climate FORTH Lunchtime Learning Webinar
The next Climate FORTH webinar, “Ask Me Anything: Using Virtual Reality as a Communications Tool”, takes place on Thursday 18 June 2026, 12pm – 12:45pm, via Microsoft Teams.
Free Cycle Law Scotland Talk
Recyke-a-bike is hosting a free talk from Cycle Law Scotland on Thursday 11 June 2026, 5pm – 6:30pm, at the Recyke-a-bike premises on Alloa Road, Causewayhead, Stirling, FK9 5LN. The event will provide insight into the support available to cyclists in the unfortunate event of an accident, addressing myths surrounding cycling “grey areas”, along with an allocated Q&A with speaker Roz Galloway.
Limerigg Open Day Celebrating Village Hall Refurbishments
Limerigg Action Group is nearing completion of the biggest phase of Limerigg Village Hall’s refurbishment works, following its successful Community Asset Transfer, with improvements to the space now largely in place. The group has organised an open day to provide an opportunity to view the updated facilities, with a bright and flexible environment suitable for a range of activities, taking place on Wednesday 10 June 2025, 1pm – 7pm at Limerigg Village Hall, 69 Slamannan Road, Limerigg, FK1 5BL.
Pause & Breathe Big Lunch Event in Bonnybridge
Pause & Breathe CIC is hosting a Big Lunch event on Saturday 6 June from 1pm. Participants should meet at Bonnybridge Library at 1pm to take part in a litter pick, supporting efforts to improve the local environment. This will be followed by refreshments and an opportunity to connect with others at The Place to Pause & Breathe, 2pm – 3pm. Hot drinks and cake will be provided.
Paul Hamlyn Foundation Arts-Based Learning Fund
Through the Paul Hamlyn Foundation, arts organisations and charities working with schools, colleges and other formal education settings can apply for grants of £30,000 – £300,000 to deliver high-quality arts-based learning projects lasting two to four years. The Arts-based Learning Fund aims to improve the lives and achievements of children and young people experiencing inequality
Literacy Small Grants Scheme from The JJ Charitable Trust
The JJ Charitable Trust is inviting applications to its Literacy Small Grants Scheme, supporting charities and community groups which help children and young people aged 5 – 18 years old develop and improve literacy skills. The programme is particularly focused on supporting those with special educational needs, including dyslexia, and prioritises projects which benefit individuals in disadvantaged communities or those at risk of exclusion from education, employment, and wider society. Grants ranging £5,000 – £20,000 are available to support both new and existing literacy initiatives over a period of one to three years.
Young Women in Mind Fund
The Young Women in Mind Fund is a strategic grant programme from The Pilgrim Trust and partners, supporting charities to strengthen and expand therapeutic mental health services for young women and girls across the UK. The programme is aimed at organisations with an established and proven track record seeking to deepen impact, address barriers to access, and improve the quality and reach of their provision. Grants of £200,000 – £500,000 are available over three years. The application process takes place in two stages: Stage One applications must be submitted by Monday 22 June 2026.
Wise Music Foundation
The Wise Music Foundation offers grant funding to small UK charities supporting vulnerable people facing hardship, distress, illness, or poverty. Grants range from £500 – £5,000, with an average award of £1,500. The next closing date is Sunday 31 May 2026.
