Guide to finding funding
For support with funding and fundraising, take a look at our funding guide.
Ufi Charitable Trust - VocTech Activate
The VocTech Activate grant fund supports the development of new ideas that use digital tools and approaches to transform how people gain skills for work. Projects will need to show how the idea is novel.
Due to open: 6 Jan 2026
Inverclyde Council - Warm Hand of Friendship Grants
Funding is available to support small groups most likely to be adversely affected by the impact of the Cost-of-Living Crisis and are experiencing continued disadvantage.
Arnold Clark - Gear Up For Sport
Each month, Arnold Clark will give away sports kits to clubs.
The Robertson Trust - Small Grants
Small Grants focuses on work that addresses the impacts of poverty and trauma under one or more of the following themes: Financial Security, Education Pathways, Work Pathways, Nurturing Relationships.
The Naturesave Trust
Funds environmental and conservation projects throughout the UK. The theme of this funding window is nature connection.
Next deadline: 27 Nov 2025
George Mclean Trust
The fund gives small grants to organisations including those supporting people with disabilities or health problems. It mostly funds in Dundee and the North East.
Stanley Morrison Trust
The trust supports activities that will encourage young people to increase their participation in sporting activities.
Lindsays Charitable Trust
Provides funding for groups and individuals for conservation, the environment, wildlife projects, the arts and medical research. Normally supports smaller less known charities working in specialised fields.
Stirling Council - Community Pride Fund
Funds local projects delivered for the benefit of single geographic communities in the Stirling Council area. Projects can include physical infrastructure and environmental improvements as well as activity promoting community spirit.
Next deadline: 6 Jan 2026
Stirling Council - Community Grants scheme
Funds are given for a variety of projects which benefit residents within the Stirling Council area and help to develop vibrant, resilient communities.
Next deadline: 6 Jan 2026