Shedloads of Opportunities
| Opportunity | Deadline to apply | Category | More info... | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loganair GreenSkies Community Fund | Check the website for latest rounds |
| The Fund helps support small and medium-minded | 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... |
| The Gamma Trist | Apply at any time |
| The Gamma Trust funds a wide range of charitable purposes including the advancement of health, the arts, heritage, culture or science, the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Beneficiaries funded include: * People affected by drugs and alcohol * Economically/socially disadvantaged * Mental health conditions * Offenders and ex-offenders * Older people * Ill-health * Disabilities * Refugees and asylum seekers * Religious and Belief Groups. Apply in writing to the Trustees at the address below - there is no standard application form. c/o Mazars, 100 Queen Street, Glasgow, G1 3ND. Telephone: 0141 227 2400. Applications can be made at any time. Funding is usually awarded at the end of the year. | More info... |
| The Wildlife Trusts - Green Community Grants | Future 2026 application windows: 24 June - 15 July and 30 September - 21 October |
| The Green Community Grants Programme offers one-year flexible funding for not-for-profit groups in England, Scotland and Wales with an annual income between £10,000 and £1 million. Your organisation's main aims and objectives must fit with one of the two funding themes: Contributing to nature recovery and responding to the climate emergency Whilst your organisational aims and objectives should fit one of these two themes, funding can also be used for a wider range of sustainable activities, including recycling, litter picking, beach cleans or sustainable transport. | More info... |
| Allen Lane Foundation | Key dates to align with: February, June and October Trustee meetings annually |
| The maximum grant is £15,000. This can be a single grant, or over two to three years. The average grant is £5,000 to £6,000. Grants are available to small, registered charities, voluntary groups and charitable organisations in the UK for work that: make a lasting difference to people’s lives; reduce isolation, stigma and discrimination; and to encourage or enable marginalised groups to share in the life of the whole community. Older People – funding is focused on projects that benefit isolated elderly people (generally aged 70+) including those with dementia. There will now be a greater focus on specific areas of work for the elderly especially for those in rural and more deprived areas. People affected by violence or abuse – work that supports both men and women who are, or have in the past been, affected by violence or abuse. This includes projects supporting people affected by rape and sexual abuse, domestic abuse, stalking, trafficking, prostitution and modern slavery, honour-based abuse, female genital mutilation, and forced marriage. The funding can also support work with perpetrators aiming to lessen isolation and prevent the risk of further abuse. People with mental health issues – support for mental health charities and projects that benefit people with moderate or severe mental health issues. | 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... |
| Highland Council - Nature Restoration Fund | Currently closed. Keep checking website for next round |
| 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... |
| 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... |
| 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... |
| Opportunity | Deadline to apply | Category | More info... | Website |