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National and local programmes

The Foundation provides funding to community groups and charities, particularly those that that help to build and sustain communities, often at a very local level.  Through several different grant programmes we support a wide range of activities and projects throughout Scotland.

Our Scotland-wide programmes provide awards between £250 and £10,000 for a wide range of projects. Subject to eligibility, not-for-profit groups working to benefit people in Scotland can apply to these programmes at any time, although please note that some programmes have annual deadlines.

Our Local programmes only make grants to benefit people in specific geographic areas in Scotland. Details of these vary, including how much you can apply for, deadline dates, and how decisions are made. You can search for funds in your area in the local programmes section.

For both Scotland-wide and local programmes, you can download full details and application forms from this website, but if you’d like to discuss your funding needs, you can also contact our Grants Team directly – see Contact Us. Search our grantmaking map for examples of projects funded in the past.