Guide to finding funding
For support with funding and fundraising, take a look at our funding guide.
Abbvie - Grants, Donations & Charitable Contributions
Grants, donations and charitable contributions are awarded to eligible organisations, to support health, education, science or community-based projects undertaken by Healthcare Organisations or Charitable Institutions.
The National Lottery Community Fund (Scotland) - Community Action
This funding is for communities in Scotland: people who share an identity, interest or experience, or people living in the same place.
Glasgow City Council - Area Partnership Budgets
Each of Glasgow’s 21 Area Partnerships awards small grants for a variety of developmental projects including those that promote community activity, equipment costs, bus hire and start up grants.
HDH Wills - Small and Monthly Grants
Each month the committee makes donations to small general charities and to charities focused on the conservation or wildlife and the environment.
Tesco - Community Champions
Community Champion can discuss how Tesco can support local communities, charities and organisations.
Shetland Community Benefit Fund - Viking Community Fund - Community Grant Scheme
Community-focused or charitable activities which sustain the local community, give value for money, show community involvement, and are financially viable.
Next deadline: 31 Jan 2026
Triodos Bank - Crowdfunding
Triodos Crowdfunding helps charities, social enterprises and community groups connect directly with investors to raise finance.
NESCAN Hub - Seed Funding
Seed funding for community climate action and biodiversity projects within Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire.
Next deadline: 1 Dec 2025
Variety - Equipment Grants
Provide grants for specialist disability equipment that isn’t available through statutory services.
Alpkit Foundation
The Alpkit Foundation make small awards to people, groups and schools that work to remove the barriers in getting outdoors and experience wild places.