Shedloads of Opportunities
| Funding source name | Deadline to apply | Category | More info... | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Tree Council | Various |
| Grant funding to support tree, hedgerow and orchard establishment. The Tree Council actively supports community tree, hedgerow, and orchard projects that boost agricultural productivity and create publicly accessible green spaces that promote physical and mental wellbeing. They have a range of opportunities for community groups to help you plant trees, hedgerows and orchards in your area. | More info... |
| Foundation Scotland – Upcoming Fund Deadlines | Various |
| Check out Foundation Scotland’s quick reference guide to all upcoming funding application deadlines. | More info... |
| The Wolfson Foundation – Capital Grants | Twice yearly – spring & autumn |
| Funds capital projects in education, science, health, heritage, and the arts. Grants generally £15,000–£250,000 for buildings, equipment, and refurbishments. | More info... |
| Woodland Trust | The Trust makes two deliveries a year, in March and November. We're currently taking applications for tree packs to be delivered in March 2026. Applications are expected to close in January. |
| Free trees for schools and communities Trees help people and nature thrive. Getting more in the ground will give us all a greener, healthier future, so the trust we’re giving thousands away free to schools, councils, clubs and community groups to help make that happen. | More info... |
| Arnold Clark Community Fund – ‘Our Communities Support’ Fund | Temporarily closed (reopening date TBC) |
| Provides funding to support projects embedded in local communities, addressing broad social and community needs. Open to constituted organisations and charities. | More info... |
| Stafford Trust | Spring 2026 Meeting: 31st December 2025 Deadline |
| Provides grants up to £5,000 to charities across the UK, with preference for Scotland. Focus areas include animal welfare, child/adult welfare, medical research, community projects, HM services, sea rescue, and overseas appeals. | More info... |
| Volunteering Matters Action Earth (NatureScot) | Seasonal (spring/summer annually) |
| Provides grants up to £500 to support local volunteer-led projects improving green spaces, biodiversity, and environmental engagement. | More info... |
| Stagecoach Group – Community Fund | Rolling / monthly |
| Provides one-off support to small, local charities. Focuses on health, young people, loneliness, accessibility, and opportunity. | More info... |
| National Lottery Community Fund – Fairer Life Chances | Rolling / apply anytime |
| Provides up to £500,000 for projects supporting children, young people, families, and vulnerable or excluded communities who struggle to access support. | More info... |
| B&Q Foundation | Rolling / apply anytime |
| Provides grants up to £5,000 for charities improving homes and community spaces for vulnerable groups (e.g., homelessness, poor health, disability). Larger grants occasionally available. | More info... |
| Funding source name | Deadline to apply | Category | More info... | Website |