Foundation Scotland - the Gateway Exchange Fund

The Gateway Exchange Fund seeks applications which are in line with the spirit of creating innovative solutions to situations which challenge an individual’s sense of worth and identity.

Due to open: 3 Oct 2025

Nadara Gordonstown Wind Farm Community Fund (Auchterless, Inverkeithny & Fisherford)

Supports activity which will sustain and develop the life of the community and ensure that the area is an attractive and vibrant place to live, work and visit in the Auchterless, Inverkeithny & Fisherford Community Council areas.

Whiteside Hill Wind Farm Community Fund

Supports community projects benefiting those living in areas covered by the community councils of Kirkconnel and Kelloholm and the Royal Burgh of Sanquhar and District.

Next deadline: 20 Oct 2025

Energy Saving Trust - Energy Redress Scheme

Provides grants to charities and community energy groups that support households most at risk from cold homes and high energy bills.

Next deadline: 9 Sep 2025

Pilotlight

Pilotlight matches up business experts with charities to share their expertise, bringing new perspectives, diverse skills and vast experience to bear on the challenges charities are facing.

RBS Social & Community Capital - Community Business Loan

Loans are available for established third sector organisations that are delivering high social value - in a sustainable way.

Co-operative & Community Finance Limited

Makes loans to employee or community owned social enterprises, including co-operatives, community businesses, development trusts and businesses developed from the charitable and voluntary sector.

Foundation Scotland - Nadara Westfield Wind Farm Community Fund

Supports charitable activity benefiting people living in the community council areas of Benarty, Cardenden and Kinglassie in Fife.

Next deadline: 5 Sep 2025

Trefoil - Organisational Grants

Trefoil supports the interests of children and young people with special needs, including physical disability, caring obligations, other disadvantage or learning and psycho-social needs to foster their independence, confidence and assertiveness.

Next deadline: 13 Feb 2026

Dr Guthrie's Association SCIO

Provides financial support for not-for-profit organisations that care for economically and socially disadvantaged children and young people in Scotland.

Next deadline: 25 Sep 2025