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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 BetterwithPets Prize is aimed at funding organisations that harness the power of the pet-human bond to improve health and wellbeing. With a two-year grant of up to €200,000 available, this initiative seeks applications from organizations across Europe dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals in vulnerable situations.

This year, they are particularly interested in hearing from organizations working in the following areas, as well as other impactful initiatives that leverage the pet-human bond for the benefit of the health of people in vulnerable situations:

  • Assistance Dogs for people with physical or mental health conditions.
  • Animal-Assisted Therapies.
  • Pet ownership or pet companionship support for the elderly.

Premium information is available exclusively to SCVO members and supporters

Geographical areas funded: European Union

Fund type

Type of funding:
Grant, Prize/award
Type of cost:
Revenue, Core costs

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

Organisations and social entrepreneurs based in Europe.

When to apply

Now open. Closes at midnight on 12 September 2025.

Next deadline: 12 Sep 2025

How to apply

To request an application form, send an email to Betterwithpets@redconsultancy.com and the team will share the form in your local language with you.

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Exclusions

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Activites funded: Housing and shelter Animal welfare Mental health care Social care and welfare

Beneficiaries funded: Economically/socially disadvantaged Mental health conditions Older people Ill-health Disabilities Physical disabilities Sensory impairments

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