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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 Mansfield Traquair Centre, 15 Mansfield Place, Edinburgh EH3 6BB.

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Funds are given for a variety of projects which benefit residents within the Stirling Council area and help to develop vibrant, resilient communities.

The Community Grant Scheme supports projects which benefit residents within Stirling Council area, whether within a single community or widely across Stirling Council area, or which benefit communities of interest (including hobby/sports groups). Projects must meet Stirling Council priorities, a list of which can be found in the fund guidance notes.

The funds must be spent within 12 months of award and will pay for a wide range of projects including:

  • Start up costs (including first year running costs)
  • One off capital or equipment costs
  • Community events, activities or performances
  • Provision of training courses
  • Advertising an event or work
  • Environmental improvements

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Geographical areas funded: Stirling

Fund type

Type of funding:
Grant
Type of cost:
Capital, Revenue

Fund award sizes

Minimum:
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Maximum:
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Notes on award amounts:
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Who can apply

The scheme is open to:

  • Community Councils
  • Development Trusts
  • Incorporated organisations
  • Charities
  • Constituted community/voluntary groups
  • Social Enterprises and Community Interest
  • Companies provided they are not sole traders
Maximum annual income:
£200,000

When to apply

Apply at any time. The next deadlines are:

  • 07 January 2025 with decisions by 12 February 2025
  • 04 February 2025 with decisions by 12 March 2025

Next deadline: 7 Jan 2025

How to apply

Apply online via the Council website.

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Exclusions

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Activites funded: Arts and culture Citizenship and community involvement Community development and regeneration Community facilities Education and training General charitable activities Recreation and social activities

Beneficiaries funded: General public Local communities

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