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The fund is designed to help social enterprises in the region grow their businesses and strengthen the local social economy. The grant programme is managed by Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway, with decisions made by an independent scoring panel of experts familiar with Dumfries and Galloway communities.

Eligible costs include staff and volunteer expenses, training, events, market research, equipment, and project delivery costs.

All funded projects must start on or after 17th November 2025 and be completed by 13th February 2026.

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Geographical areas funded: Dumfries and Galloway

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Revenue

Fund award sizes

Maximum:

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Who can apply

The programme is open to incorporated social enterprises in Dumfries and Galloway, including:

• Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisations (SCIOs)
• Companies Limited by Guarantee
• Community Interest Companies
• Cooperatives
• Community Benefit Societies Organisations must have an asset lock clause in their governing documents and commit to paying at least the Real Living Wage for all staff and contractors delivering the funded activity.

When to apply

Currently closed. It will open on Monday 1st September 2025.

How to apply

Apply online via the Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway website.

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Activites funded: Organisational development and capacity building

Beneficiaries funded: Voluntary sector organisations

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