Guide to finding funding
For support with funding and fundraising, take a look at our funding guide.
Carsphairn Renewable Energy Fund
Supports projects that would benefit the community and assist inhabitants of the parish to continue their learning through further education. Grants should benefit the social, religious and educational life of the community.
Next deadline: 30 Jul 2025
SafeDeposits Scotland Community Fund
Grants to organisations who commit to deliver a project that meets at least one of five criteria: sustainability and the environment; employability and career skills; social inclusion; technology and digital inclusion; improving the local community.
Next deadline: 30 May 2025
The Royal Countryside Fund - Supporting Rural Communities
The Royal Countryside Fund provides grants for projects from across the UK which are working to create resilient rural communities. They are seeking community-led projects that address the challenges facing their rural area.
Due to open: 10 Jan 2025
abrdn Financial Fairness Trust
The fund's mission is to contribute towards strategic change which improves financial well-being in the UK.
Next deadline: 5 Jun 2025
The Jo Walters Trust - Aberdeenshire Grant
The fund supports projects with a strong Aberdeenshire connection which aim to provide education outdoors.
Next deadline: 6 Jun 2025
The Weir Charitable Trust
This fund supports services/projects, run by Scottish-based community groups and small charities, in the following qualifying categories: sport, recreational activities, animal welfare, health and culture.
Next deadline: 23 May 2025
The Ironmongers' Company - Grants to Charities
The Ironmongers’ Company wishes to support projects that provide opportunities for disadvantaged children and young people to fulfil their potential.
Due to open: 31 May 2025
Pets Foundation - Pets Assisting People
Funding for charities who help children and adults through the provision of specially trained assistance animals, or through the provision of structured animal assisted learning and therapy.
Next deadline: 31 May 2025
Persimmon Homes - Community Champions
This charity match programme gives donations to local UK groups and charities, which have already raised vital funds themselves.
Cash for Kids - Holiday Hunger Grants
For organisations and service providers who support children and young people (up to and including 18 years old) that have a genuine need for support, are disadvantaged due to poverty, the increase in the cost of living