Shedloads of Opportunities
| Opportunity | Deadline to apply | Category | More info... | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The TCV Chestnut Fund | Rolling / apply anytime |
| Provides ‘Start-up’ grants (up to £200) and ‘Support’ grants (up to £500) for grassroots groups delivering volunteering projects to improve the natural environment. | More info... |
| Greggs Foundation – Community Grants | Rolling / apply anytime |
| Supports local community organisations to deliver projects or provide equipment to people in need in their local areas. | More info... |
| Community Enterprise - Accelerate | Rolling / apply anytime |
| The programme helps third-sector organisations in Scotland build skills, resilience, and sustainability. Provides tailored support and learning opportunities. Support could be used to develop marketing plans, explore other funding options, consider new trading ideas, plan financially and work on budgets, improve branding, create or refine a business plan, strengthen your Board, review your legal structure, and identify digital solutions. | More info... |
| The Wickes Community Programme | Rolling / apply anytime |
| Provides free materials (paint, tools, equipment) to support renovation of community areas and facilities. Open to local community groups and charities. | More info... |
| The Fore Trust | Rolling / apply anytime |
| Provides development funding and strategic support to early-stage charities and social enterprises. Grants are unrestricted and designed for transformational impact. | More info... |
| Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) – Resilience Fund | Rolling / apply anytime |
| Supports UK charities with funding and guidance to build long-term financial resilience. Grants vary depending on programme cycle. | More info... |
| The Architectural Heritage Fund (AHF) | Rolling / apply anytime |
| Helps transform historic buildings at the heart of communities (churches, mills, police stations, etc.) into viable community assets such as workspaces, housing, or cultural centres. | More info... |
| Foux Foundation Grants | Rolling / apply anytime |
| A globally-focused foundation supporting projects in health, education, youth opportunity, and poverty relief. Grants directed to organisations aligned with these areas. | More info... |
| Swire Charitable Trust | Rolling / apply anytime |
| Prioritises charities working in disadvantaged areas of the UK. Funds programmes in Opportunity (life chances), Environment (connecting people with nature), and Heritage (regeneration). | More info... |
| Charles Hayward Foundation – Small Grant Programme (Older People) | Rolling / apply anytime |
| Funds preventative and early intervention programmes up to £7,000 at community level. Supports older people to remain independent, reduce isolation, and access social, physical, and recreational activities. | More info... |
| Opportunity | Deadline to apply | Category | More info... | Website |