Scottish Building Society Foundation
Summary
The Scottish Building Society Foundation will aim to invest in the long-term future of communities in Scotland. They are looking to provide financial support to charities and community groups.
Applications that address any of the following issues are particularly welcomed:
- Community facilities, services, transport, open spaces, affordable housing, community development, reduction of poverty, and care of the elderly
- Community or local events
- Youth and education, providing training opportunities and support for vulnerable youngsters
- Promoting care and support of vulnerable people; improving community safety, minimising isolation, and maximising wellbeing
Grant requests to support a wide range of costs and activities will be considered, such as equipment, running costs for local groups, staff or sessional worker costs, consultations, maintenance or refurbishment of community facilities, and capital costs to purchase or develop community assets.
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Geographical areas funded: Scotland South Ayrshire Edinburgh Glasgow Aberdeen Highland Scottish Borders
Fund type
- Type of funding:
- Grant
- Type of cost:
- Revenue
Fund award sizes
- Maximum:
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- Annually awarded:
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- Notes on award amounts:
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Who can apply
Registered charities, Constituted voluntary and community organisations, and Community companies. Community interest companies can apply if they meet the minimum governance standards.
Priority will be given to organisations operating in the following local authorities – Scottish Borders, City of Edinburgh, Glasgow City, Aberdeen City, South Ayrshire and Highland.
- Maximum annual income:
- £250,000
When to apply
Currently closed. Last open 11 September - 9 October 2023.
How to apply
Apply online via the Foundation Scotland website.
Exclusions
Activites funded: Community development & regeneration Community facilities Community safety Transport Health care & wellbeing Social care & welfare
Beneficiaries funded: Economically/socially disadvantaged Socially isolated people People in poverty Older people Local communities Young people
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