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.

Social Investment Scotland - Growth Guarantee Scheme

The Growth Guarantee Scheme (GGS) is designed to support access to finance for UK small businesses (third-sector) as they look to invest and grow.

Social Investment Scotland - Investment

Provide loan funding for assisting with capital expenditure, revenue funding, marketing, business development or working capital.

South Ayrshire Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund

Aims to support community-based initiatives that promote and develop good mental health and wellbeing and/or mitigate the impact of distress and mental ill health within the adult population.

Next deadline: 28 Nov 2025

South Lanarkshire Council - Climate Emergency and Resilience Fund

Climate Emergency and Resilience Grants are available to community groups and organisations who need funding to pursue environmental, sustainability or climate change projects.

South Lanarkshire Council - Community Grants

Organisations running local gala events and summer festivals can apply for financial help. Also supports play schemes run by parents and volunteers.

Stirling City Heritage Trust - Traditional Buildings Repairs Grant

Grants are available for repairs to traditional properties within the Stirling City boundary which are members of the Traditional Buildings Health Check

Next deadline: 26 Oct 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: 11 Nov 2025

The Scottish Government - Social Enterprise Just Transition Fund

The Social Enterprise Just Transition Fund aims to finance organisations, businesses, communities and individuals to transition to net zero, creating jobs in low carbon industries and contributing to the region’s future prosperity.

The Scottish Government - Victim Surcharge Fund

Organisations that support victims of crime can apply for support from a fund financed by penalties imposed on all offenders who receive a court fine.