Shedloads of Opportunities
| Opportunity | 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... |
| The Sackler Trust | The trustees meet quarterly. Applications should be sent electronically to contact@sacklertrust.org |
| The Sackler Trust provides funding for a broad range of charitable projects and activities, with applications welcomed from charities and Community Interest Companies (CICs) who can demonstrate a clear rationale for support in areas including: social good Funded projects should show a clear charitable purpose and deliver measurable public benefit. Applications are submitted by email and should be no more than two pages in length. Grant decisions are typically informed by an assessment of organisational need, anticipated impact, and long-term sustainability. To apply (brief description of the project – no more than two pages) including: • The name of the organisation applying | More info... |
| People’s Postcode Trust | 1st July and then 24th September 2026 |
| 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. Funding round dates for 2026 are: Round 1: 9am 25th March - 12 noon 1st April - now closed | More info... |
| People's Postcode Trust – Scotland | Three funding rounds annually (typically March, June, and September) |
| Grants range from £500 to £25,000. The following funding levels apply to specific applicants: • Applicants that are not formally registered as a charity with OSCR can apply for between £500 and £2,500 in funding. | More info... |
| Persimmon Community Champions | Apply at any time |
| Each of Persimmon Homes 30 offices across the UK make a donation of up to £6,000 every three months to local charities and organisations in their communities. One-off grants are available for local community organisations and charities for local community initiatives across England, Scotland and Wales in communities where Persimmon has a presence. Scotland locations: The community champions scheme is open to all and does not have a specific focus. | 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 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... |
| 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... |
| 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... |
| Mikel Fund | Trustees meet twice a year in Spring and Autum to consider applications |
| The Mikel Fund provides funding to local Scottish charities focusing on five core priorities: • The advancement of education Major grants - prefers to support organisations where contributions ‘make a difference’ The application process will automatically close once the maximum number of applications has been reached. They therefore recommend completing and submitting your application as early as possible. | More info... |
| Opportunity | Deadline to apply | Category | More info... | Website |