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Recently opened funds
DPO Centre Charity and Community Fund
The DPO Charity Fund provides access to data protection consultancy services at an 80% funded rate.
Due to open: 1 Mar 2025
FCC Scottish Action Fund
The FCC Scottish Action Fund offers funding to projects through the Scottish Landfill Communities Fund. The objectives are to fund environmentally-friendly projects which meet a proven community need, offer value for money and are sustainable.
Due to open: 26 Feb 2025
Naturewatch Foundation - Pet Rescue Grant
The Naturewatch Foundation Pet Rescue Grant funds projects that help with the rescue or rehabilitation of dogs, cats or rabbits who have been affected by the illegal pet trade in the UK.
Due to open: 24 Jan 2025
The MSE Charity
Supports organisations that deliver activities which make a lasting impact on how people think, behave and manage their money. The theme of the next grant round is Life Changing Transitions.
Due to open: 13 Jan 2025
The Royal Countryside Fund - Supporting Rural Communities
The Royal Countryside Fund provides grants for projects from across the UK which are working to create resilient rural communities. They are seeking community-led projects that address the challenges facing their rural area.
Due to open: 10 Jan 2025
Scops Arts Trust
The goal of Scops Arts Trust is to help people to understand, participate in and enjoy the arts, particularly the performing arts.
Due to open: 1 Jan 2025
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The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is the national membership organisation for the voluntary sector. Our mission is to support, promote and develop a confident, sustainable voluntary sector in Scotland.
We're passionate about what the voluntary sector can achieve. Along with our community of members, we believe that charities, social enterprises and voluntary groups make Scotland a better place.
