The Robertson Trust has launched its ‘Nurturing Relationships’ funding theme. This initiative aims to address the intertwined challenges of persistent poverty and intergenerational trauma by supporting projects that foster nurturing relationships within families and communities. Open to constituted community groups and registered charities in Scotland with annual incomes under £2 million, the programme offers small…
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National Lottery £166 Million in Funding to Support Disadvantaged Communities (Scotland)
The National Lottery Community Fund has opened a new £166 million funding stream to support Scotland’s most disadvantaged communities over the next five years. The funding is available through two new programmes which aim to help communities tackle poverty, disadvantage, and discrimination: Awarding grants of between £20,001 and £250,000 for up to five years, the ‘Community…
Delamere Dairy Foundation Grants for Community Benefit
Opening on 1 January 2025, the Delamere Dairy Foundation is offering grants ranging from £1000 to £5000 for local projects strengthening communities throughout the UK. The Foundation will provide support for charities, community groups, social enterprises and other not-for-profit organisations delivering projects that fit the objectives of the Foundation: The advancement of agriculture and environmental protection The…
FUND CLOSED: Kelvin Valley and Falkirk Community Led Local Development Fund 2024/2025: Round 2
The Kelvin Valley and Falkirk Community Led Local Development Fund is now CLOSED for applications. Applicants can expect to receive their application result by the start of February 2025
Additional Funding for Short Breaks Fund
Earlier this week, the Scottish Government announced that an additional 15,000 unpaid carers will be supported to take short breaks away from their caring responsibilities as a result of a £5 million boost to the Voluntary Sector Short Breaks Fund. The extra funding, set out in the draft Budget, brings the total investment to £13…
The Fore’s Spring 2025 Funding Round
Registration for The Fore’s Spring 2025 Funding Round is open until 12pm on Wednesday 11 December. The Fore offers unrestricted funding to help applicants grow, strengthen, and become more efficient or resilient. They believe that by asking applicants what they need, the grants will create a transformational impact on their organisation. For example, a grant might help…
Bank of Scotland Energise Funding Programme to Support Vulnerable People
The Bank of Scotland Foundation has reopened its Energise Programme to improve the quality of life for some of Scotland’s most vulnerable people. The programme offers two-year unrestricted grants of £40,000 (£20,000 per annum) to help small and local charities continue providing vital services and becoming more sustainable. The funding can be used for core,…
Rosa – Voices from the Frontline Fund
Rosa’s Voices from the Frontline fund offers one-year grants to support campaigning and influencing work that enables women and girls to use their voice to achieve change. Grant sizes between £500 – £10,000 are available. They will fund a broad range of activity including: Campaigning for changes in policy and laws including activities such as…
Women’s Fund for Scotland: Deadline Approaching
Foundation Scotland’s ‘The Women’s Fund for Scotland’ closes to new applications this coming Tuesday 18 November 2024. Grants of up to £5000 are available for work which promotes systemic change in Scotland to empower women, and helps overcome the disadvantages and discriminatory practices experienced throughout their lives. The Women’s Fund for Scotland makes grants across six…
SCVO and Utility Aid Webinar: “How To Save On Winter Fuel”
Utility Aid and the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) are hosting a webinar for village halls and community spaces on how to keep their energy costs low over the winter months. “How To Save On Winter Fuel” will take place on Wednesday 20 November, from 11am – 12pm. Featuring practical tips and expertise from…
