The Culture Collective Fund, a Scottish Government initiative delivered through Creative Scotland, is now open for applications. This targeted funding programme is designed to support community-engaged creative projects that bring together artists, organisations, and communities to co-create cultural activity with lasting local and national impact. Initially developed as part of Scotland’s cultural response to the…
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The Fat Beehive Foundation: Digital Funding
The Fat Beehive Foundation support UK-based charities with an annual turnover of under £1 million, offering funding for a wide range of digital projects. Whether that’s building a new website, developing online resources, or improving digital accessibility, their aim is to help you reach more people, raise more funds and deliver more impact. They are…
UnLtd Funding Futures Programme
UnLtd, the charity which supports social entrepreneurs and enterprises, has re-opened its Funding Futures Programme, which supports 16- to 30-year-olds whose ideas foster financial inclusion in marginalised communities across the UK. The programme offers two tiers of grants: up to £8,000 for social start-ups and up to £18,000 for existing social enterprises ready to expand.…
Motability Foundation Funding Opportunities
The Motability Foundation is offering 8 distinct funding opportunities aimed at improving access to wheelchairs and mobility aids for disabled people across the UK. Grants ranging from £50,000 – £1 million are available for projects lasting 12 months to 3 years.
National Events Funding Programme: Information Webinar
VisitScotland, through EventScotland, invites event organisers to a free online webinar exploring Round 55 of the National Events Funding Programme. Taking place on Tuesday 7 October 2025, from 3pm –4pm, the session will be delivered via Microsoft Teams by Jennifer Stevenson, Events Manager and Programme Lead.
National Events Funding Programme: Round 55 Open
VisitScotland has launched Round 55 of the National Events Programme, offering financial support to public-facing events taking place in Scotland between Wednesday 1 April 2026 – Wednesday 31 March 2027. The programme aims to strengthen Scotland’s events sector by enhancing visitor experiences, increasing tourism, and supporting local economies. The deadline for applications is 12pm on Wednesday 6 November 2025.
Better Breaks Funding Programme: 2026-2027 Open
The Better Breaks programme is now open to applications for 2026 – 2027. Better Breaks is a funding programme of the Short Breaks Fund, operated by Shared Care Scotland on behalf of the National Carers Organisations and Scottish Government. Around £1.7 million is available for 12 month grants (April 2026 – March 2027) for short breaks projects for disabled children and young people (aged 20 years old and under), and their carers (adult carers and/or young carers). The closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 3 November 2025.
Building a Resilient Community and Shared Transport Sector Grants
The Motability Foundation has announced a major funding opportunity aimed at enhancing the resilience and sustainability of the UK’s community and shared transport sector. Grants range from £50,000 – £1 million, with funding available for projects lasting 12 months – 3 years. To apply, organisations must first submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) outlining their proposed project. The deadline for EOIs is Friday 30 January 2026.
Better Access to Wheelchairs and Mobility Aids Large Grants
The Motability Foundation has launched a large funding round aimed at significantly improving access to affordable, high-quality wheelchairs and mobility equipment for disabled people across the UK. Grants of £250,000 – £1 million are available for projects lasting 12 months – 3 years, with applications closing on Monday 15 December 2025.
Outdoor Community Play Main Grants Fund 2026-2028
Funding is available for community-based opportunities for children and families to play outdoors in local green, blue, and grey spaces, using the Play Ranger model. This fund supports registered Scottish Charities operating in SIMD 1 and 2 locations to deliver free, child-led outdoor play which improves children’s health and wellbeing. The deadline for applications is Friday 10 October 2025.
