Shedloads of Opportunities
| Opportunity | Deadline to apply | Category | More info... | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The W.G. Edwards Charitable Foundation | Email your application between June 1–5 2026 for consideration at the July 2026 Trustees meeting |
| The W. G Edwards Charitable Foundation is an independent grant-making charity which assists with the provision of care for the over-65s. The Foundation makes small grants to improve the health and wellbeing of people over the age of 65 in the UK. This could be assistance towards a capital project such as refurbishment, furniture or equipment; or towards an innovative project such as fitness classes, lunch clubs, gardening projects, etc. The Foundation only supports items or projects where at least 90% of the beneficiaries are over the age of 65. Around 100 organisations each year are successful in obtaining grants usually between £1,000 to £1,500. | More info... |
| Comhairle Nan Eilean Siar - Community Led Local Development (CLLD) Organisation: Comhairle Nan Eilean Siar (Western Isles Council) | 1st July 2026 |
| Funding for projects which contribute to collaboration and community empowerment through inclusion, equality and diversity in the Outer Hebrides. | More info... |
| Argyll & Bute Council - Supporting Communities Fund | 5th July 2026 |
| The fund supports community groups in Argyll and Bute. Projects should demonstrate the following key priorities: fairer communities, resilient communities, cleaner, greener communities and creative communities. Applications for funding of events and festivals are expected to bring economic benefit to the relevant area and have a developmental aspect. Applications to the fund must evidence direct benefit to vulnerable individuals and groups in the local community and partnership working where relevant. The Supporting Communities Fund 2026 / 27 is now open. Deadline for applications is: 23.59pm on Sunday 5th July 2026. | More info... |
| NHS Community Benefit Gateway (CBG) | Apply at any time |
| The NHS Community Benefit Gateway (CBG) is a free Scottish initiative connecting NHS suppliers with third-sector organisations to provide "in-kind" support, such as volunteering, equipment donations, and training. It aims to reduce health inequalities, support local economies, and promote sustainability by matching community needs with resources from suppliers. It supports community initiatives such as: Work placement opportunities | More info... |
| Just Enterprise - Support for third sector social enterprises | Apply at any time |
| Just Enterprise is a Scottish Government-funded programme for the Third Sector in Scotland. It provides fully-funded support to social enterprises and enterprising charities in Scotland. Their expert network of advisers provide the support, training and information you need to start up, develop, grow and lead your social enterprise. What’s more, the majority of their services are entirely free. The Just Enterprise programme is delivered by a consortium of Third Sector partners. | More info... |
| Music for All - | Round 3 closes on Friday 31 July 2026, at noon |
| Music for All - community projects and individuals in the following categories: ▪ Physical mobility or accessibility needs (groups and individuals) | More info... |
| AbbVie Grants, Donations and Charitable Contributions programme | Due to a high volume of applications, they may close the application window from time to time. |
| Abbvie supports health, education, science or community-based projects undertaken by healthcare organisations or charitable institutions. Grants of up to £5K available to healthcare organisations or charitable institutions to support projects or core mission and • Health | More info... |
| NHS Community Grants | Eligibility and application windows vary, so it's important to check the specific program requirements for the most up-to-date information. |
| The NHS has several charity grant programmes for community groups, often run by different bodies like NHS Charities Together. These grants support projects that improve community health and wellbeing, often focusing on specific areas like community mental health, and access to nature. The NHS Grampian Charity (linked) is one example of an NHS programme, please check for one in your area. | More info... |
| The Fore Trust | Spring, Summer and Autumn rounds |
| The Fore offers development funding and strategic support to early-stage charities and social enterprises. It makes unrestricted grants which have the potential to have a transformational impact on an organisation. For example enabling your organisation to take a step forward in its development or giving you the chance to do something you couldn’t before. It will also match successful applicants with friendly professional support including ongoing mentoring, strategic advice, governance support or other assistance. | More info... |
| Bank of Scotland Foundation - Empower | Currently closed |
| Bank of Scotland Foundation recognises the profound impact that the cost of living crisis is having on people across Scotland. To ensure funding can reach those in real need, the Empower grants programme this year will solely focus on helping charities who support vulnerable groups/people. The Empower programme provides unrestricted funding which can be used towards core costs, delivery costs, project costs and/or general running costs enabling charities to use their funding in the way that helps them best. Through the programme, charities will also have the opportunity for strategic support from Lloyds Banking Group colleagues to add value for the charity and the people they help. | More info... |
| Opportunity | Deadline to apply | Category | More info... | Website |