Shedloads of Opportunities
| Funding source name | Deadline to apply | Category | More info... | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotmid Community Grant | Rolling / apply anytime |
| Provides up to £500 for community projects across Scotland. Supports small-scale initiatives that benefit local communities. | More info... |
| People’s Postcode Trust | 2025 closed - Will reopen for 2026 funding rounds. |
| The Trust aims to support smaller charities and good causes in Scotland to make a difference to their community for the benefit of people and planet through, for example: improving green spaces and increasing access to the outdoors; enabling participation in physical activity and the arts; and improving biodiversity and responding to the climate emergency | More info... |
| The Paristamen Charity | 1st Feb, 1st Jun or 1st Oct every year |
| Unrestricted one-off grants of around £750-£1,000 are available to local Scottish charities (income between £25,000 - £500,000) in Scotland. | 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... |
| Imperial Community Impact Fund | Jan and Jul every year |
| The fund aims to support local community groups committed to making a positive difference in the areas of the environment, sustainability, creativity and local problem solving. Grants up to £1,000 available to charities and CICs with an annual income of between £25, 000-500,000. | More info... |
| Highland Council - Nature Restoration Fund | Round 2 – Submit by midday on 21 November 2025 for a decision by mid December. Round 3 – Submit by midday on 23 January 2026 for a decision by mid February |
| The Nature Restoration Fund is a capital fund designed to help support projects that will deliver nature restoration, safeguard wildlife, and tackle the causes of biodiversity loss due to climate change. | More info... |
| The Henry Smith Charity – Strengthening Communities | Rolling / apply anytime |
| Provides grants between £20,000 and £70,000 (over 1–3 years) to small grassroots organisations in the most deprived areas of the UK. Focus is on supporting long-term change in communities. | More info... |
| Hedley Foundation | 10th December 2025 |
| Small-to-mid-size registered charities helping to improve the quality of life of people in the UK, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable can apply for grants of up to £5,000. Occasional larger sums are given to charities where high impact can be achieved. | 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... |
| Climate Action Hubs (Scottish Government) | Rolling – regional rounds |
| Funds hubs across Scotland to support community-led climate action projects. Provides resources and networking to reduce emissions and build local resilience. | More info... |
| Funding source name | Deadline to apply | Category | More info... | Website |