Glasgow Climate Action Hub - Repair Cafe Grants Programme

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The Glasgow Climate Action Hub are delighted to be working with Repair Café Glasgow and Circular Communities Scotland to offer a new grant opportunity as part of their Climate Swap Shop funding programme.

After a recent network event where both presented the concept of a repair café, there was a clear interest from groups in Glasgow who might want to open one of their own, so GCAH is offering seed funding for 5 trial cafés in Glasgow.

A Repair Cafe is regular community event where people can bring along household items that are broken or not working properly and have them fixed by a volunteer. You don’t need to just hand over your item, you can also learn how to fix it. It is a great way to share knowledge and build new skills.

Setting up a repair café is a simple concept but it needs some thought and the right mix of skilled volunteers to be successful, it also requires a basic stock of tools and equipment depending on the type of repairs you intend to offer. The fund will cover those startup costs.

All successful applicants will also have support from Repair Café Glasgow and Circular Communities Scotland in the form of:

• 1 kick-off session to review and develop your plan.
• 2 check-ins between now and March 2027 to review progress and problem solve barriers.

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Geographical areas funded: Glasgow

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant, Other resources

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

This opportunity would suit an organisation with an existing venue or community space, some experience with volunteer management and an engaged community who participate in your regular activities.

When to apply

Organisations can submit proposals up until midnight on Sunday the 22nd of November.

Next deadline: 22 Nov 2026

How to apply

Apply via the form on their website.

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Activites funded: Community development and regeneration Community facilities Environment Science and technology Climate action

Beneficiaries funded: General public Local communities

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