Shedloads of Opportunities
| Funding source name | Deadline to apply | Category | More info... | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Radcliffe Trust - Heritage & Crafts | 31st January 2026 |
| The Radcliffe Trust supports the development of the skills, knowledge and experience that underpin the UK’s traditional cultural heritage and crafts sectors. This includes support for: craft and conservation training However, the Trust remains committed to flexible, open and inclusive grant-giving and will consider other projects, should they fall broadly within its remit. | More info... |
| Barrack Charitable Trust | Biannual giving programme |
| The Trust assists organisations with the decrease in charitable donations for specific projects by businesses and individuals due to the economic climate faced at the time. The Trust granted £4,500 to Forfar & District Men’s Shed to replace their existing old and heavy sliding door to the workshop with a new motorised insulated roll up one. | More info... |
| Southall Trust | 2nd January 2026 |
| The Southall Trust makes grants to registered charities working in: Quaker work and witness; Environmental action and sustainability; Peace and reconciliation; and Social action. January–March: Closes at 5pm on the first Friday in January, and reopens at 9am on the first Monday in March. | More info... |
| Kristina Martin Charitable Trust | Reopening November 2025 |
| The Trust's aim is to champion mental wellbeing for all. They provide grants to UK registered charities whose work supports those with mental health issues and provides support and activities which tackle, in particular but not exclusively, suicide, online bullying and grief, fostering hope and resilience, working both in the UK and beyond. | More info... |
| Kristina Martin Charitable Trust | 12th December 2025 |
| The Trust's aim is to champion mental well-being for all. They provide grants to UK registered charities whose work supports those with mental health issues and provides support and activities. | More info... |
| SCVO eLearning Modules | N/A |
| SCVO's SCOPE e-learning platform is for trustees, volunteers and staff and provides entry level information and learning to help you run your voluntary organisation. The e-learning modules cover five areas including governance, finance, fundraising, communications and risk management. | More info... |
| Scottish Community Alliance Community Learning Exchange - Shed-to-Shed Visits | Apply at any time |
| Scottish Community Alliance Partnership with the SMSA The SCA‘s Community Learning Exchange is an opportunity for Sheds to visit fellow Sheds or community groups and learn from their experience. The programme funds 100% of travel and subsistence expenses (up to £1,000) including a fee for the host organisation that you want to visit. Funding is also available to develop and deliver a virtual learning experience. Hundreds of communities have already taken advantage of this opportunity. | More info... |
| SMSA's Find a Shed map | No deadline - complete and update at any time |
| The SMSA's Find a Shed online map is visited by thousands of potential new members, partners, funders and supporters. Make sure your Shed is on the map and your details are kept up-to-date | More info... |
| The Mushroom Trust | By 31st March every year |
| Grants up to £10,000 for community groups/voluntary organisations to create, maintain, and improve green spaces throughout Scotland. Applicants must demonstrate public involvement and fundraising. | More info... |
| Improving Access Fund | Monday 19th January 2026 at 12pm |
| A new fund to enhance access to vital services and support for disabled people focusing on three priorities: accessible financial advice and support; inclusive participation in communities and everyday life; and better mental health and wellbeing. | More info... |
| Funding source name | Deadline to apply | Category | More info... | Website |