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Supporting Scotland’s vibrant voluntary sector

Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is the membership organisation for Scotland's charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises. Charity registered in Scotland SC003558. Registered office Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG.

McCarthy Stone Foundation

Currently open funds

McCarthy Stone Foundation - Core and project funding

The Foundation awards unrestricted core funding to grassroots charitable organisations, who have people over 65 at the heart of their work. They also invite applications for Project Funding.

Last reviewed about 17 hours ago

Currently closed funds

McCarthy Stone Foundation - Creating Connections

The Creating Connections Grant Programme will be awarding 20+ grants of up to £7,500 to charities and community groups who are helping to reduce loneliness and isolation for the over 65’s.

Due to open: 1 Aug 2025

Last reviewed about 17 hours ago

McCarthy Stone Foundation - Christmas Connections

The Christmas Connections programme is all about connecting older adults over the Christmas period. Grants are available to support organisations running activities for people over 65 in their community over the festive period.

Last reviewed about 17 hours ago

McCarthy Stone Foundation - Dementia Grant Programme

Funding is available for projects supporting adults over 65 years of age and specifically providing services which assist people with dementia and/their carers. In Scotland, there is a specific list of locations where they can support work.

Last reviewed 21 days ago

McCarthy Stone Foundation - Community Grants

Funding is available for projects supporting older people over the age of 65. In Scotland, there is a specific list of locations where they can support work. Please check the fund guidance for a full list.

Last reviewed 2 months ago