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The Outdoor Community Play Incubator Programme will support small community groups in rural and remote areas to develop and deliver local outdoor play opportunities. The Incubator Programme aims to include aspects of strengthening the sector/infrastructure for play through small investment and development support.

This programme recognises that many communities face barriers to providing outdoor play, despite having access to natural environments. The incubator programme aims to help grassroots community groups build confidence, access training, and test new ideas that support children and families to connect with nature and play in their local area.

They will fund activity that supports children and families to access outdoor community play sessions in their community and resources which can include:

• Staffing of play sessions
• Equipment, including outdoor clothing, outdoor shelters, etc.
• Materials and resources that help facilitate free, child-led play
• Food/snack during sessions

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Geographical areas funded: Scotland

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Revenue

Fund award sizes

Maximum:

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Who can apply

Community groups and charities operating in rural and remote areas.

When to apply

Now open, will close at 12 noon on 22 September 2025 (decisions by 3 December).

Next deadline: 22 Sep 2025

How to apply

Complete the Expression of Interest form via the Inspiring Scotland website. After completing the Expression of Interest form, you will receive an email with information about how to make a full application.

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Exclusions

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Activites funded: Recreation and social activities

Beneficiaries funded: Children Families Rural communities

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