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Foundation Scotland - Lairg Wind Farm Community Fund
This Fund supports charitable activities of benefit to those living within the Lairg Community Council area.
Foundation Scotland - SSE Clyde (Dumfries and Galloway) Community Fund
Funds community and charitable projects in 12 community council areas. Grants are available for projects which enhance quality of life, contribute to a vibrant community and promote community spirit.
Next deadline: 3 Feb 2026
Local Energy Scotland - CARES Development Fund
CARES supports communities to engage with, participate in and benefit from the energy transition to net zero emissions. The CARES Development Fund is designed to help communities take that first step on their community energy journey.
Next deadline: 28 Feb 2026
Social Investment Scotland - Bridging Loans
A bridging loan is a short-term loan that provides quick access to funds for social enterprises and charities that need to cover a short-term cash shortfall.
Cairnryan Community Fund
This fund will support community-led activity in Cairnryan with an emphasis on rural regeneration.
Creative Scotland Crowdmatch
Creative individuals, groups or businesses are encouraged to share their creative ideas in order to take part in a competition to win up to £10,000 from Creative Scotland towards their crowdfunding campaign.
Foundation Scotland - North Rhins Wind Farm Community Fund
Ten community councils are eligible for funding from the fund: Cairnryan, Kirkcolm, New Luce, Old Luce, Portpatrick, Stoneykirk, Lochans, Leswalt, Stranraer (which now includes Ochtrelure & Belmont) and Castle Kennedy.
Local Energy Scotland - CARES Community Solar Fund
CARES is supporting community and faith organisations to install solar PV and battery storage in their buildings. This is a short-term pilot.
Next deadline: 31 Mar 2026
Bank of Scotland Foundation - Matched Giving Programme
The Matched Giving Programme encourages Lloyds Banking Group colleagues in Scotland to get involved in the voluntary sector and to help fundraise through personal participation in events or give their time freely to support the work of charities.
Crossdykes Community Benefit Fund
Supports a wide range of charitable activities providing benefit to the five community council areas of Langholm Ewes & Westerkirk, Lockerbie and District, Middlebie & Waterbeck, Eskdalemuir, and North Milk.