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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.

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The Defender Awards is a new programme designed to further extend Defender's support of humanitarian and conservation organisations around the world. The brand has worked hand in hand with global partners The Red Cross and Tusk for decades, supporting their tireless work at a global level. This programme will enable Defender to support more, smaller organisations that are embracing the impossible every day.

The Defender Awards is a two-year programme. Each winner will receive support from Defender over a two-year period.

There are four categories against which applications can be made:

  • Land: Preserving natural habitats and promoting biodiversity.
  • Sea: Safeguarding marine life and coastal areas.
  • Wild: Protecting endangered and at-risk species.
  • Humanity: Meeting the needs of vulnerable communities.

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Geographical areas funded: UK European Union Overseas

Fund type

Type of funding:
Grant, Corporate sponsorship, Equipment
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

Small registered charities and registered non-profit organisations with an annual income of below £500k (or local currency equivalent) that focus their work on humanitarian and conservation can apply.

Maximum annual income:
£500,000

When to apply

Now open. Deadline is 16 June 2025.

Next deadline: 16 Jun 2025

How to apply

Complete application form via website.

Contact information

Exclusions

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Activites funded: Animal welfare Disaster and emergency services Environment Climate action

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