Scottish Borders Council - Neighbourhood Support Fund

Supports voluntary and community groups that are active within their communities and who are planning community based projects. The Fund operates in five Area Partnerships; Berwickshire, Cheviot, Eildon, Teviot and Liddesdale and Tweeddale.

Vegware - Community Fund

Offers small grants to non-profit sustainability projects. The fund is intended to contribute to core running costs and act as a basis from which to either focus on their chosen task, or apply for project grants.

Aberdeenshire Council - Community Resilience Fund - Equipment and Maintenance Grant

The Aberdeenshire Community Resilience Fund is for community or resilience groups seeking funding to support community resilience in connection with vulnerability and resilience in emergency events.

Shetland Islands Council - Coastal Communities Fund

To support the community and economic development of Shetland by investing in infrastructure, community capacity building, and developing community assets and encouraging inclusive growth.

Next deadline: 29 Sep 2025

WATIF - Grant Scheme

The Community Grant is open to applications for projects which will benefit the community. Applications can be made for community based projects within the area of Woolfords, Auchenbray and Tarbrax.

Highlands and Islands Enterprise - Community Right To Buy Fund

Financial support is available to communities to utilise existing Community Right to Buy legislation, allowing communities to register an interest in acquiring land or buildings and have the first option to purchase if/when it's offered for sale.

The Scottish Hydro Electric Community Trust

Not-for-profit community projects can apply for up to 50% of the costs of an electricity connection within the Scottish Hydro-Electric Distribution area, particularly those in rural areas.

Next deadline: 10 Sep 2025

Foundation Scotland - Denny & District Community Fund

The Denny & District Community Fund supports a range of community-led activity in the local area.

Next deadline: 23 Sep 2025

Aberdeenshire Council - Garioch Area Funding

Support projects which promote the development of community-based initiatives and help local groups to meet the needs of their communities and tap into talent and resources that exist throughout the area. Communities across Garioch can apply.

North Ayrshire Ventures Trust

The NAVT fund is a grant programme developed to enable voluntary, community and social enterprises in North Ayrshire to either become self-sustaining, or deliver a legacy for the local community.

Next deadline: 11 Sep 2025