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The Oak Trust is a small charity making grants to registered UK charities supporting disadvantaged people, as well as medical and environmental charities.They support registered UK charities working in areas of the world where the needs from deprivation, natural disaster or conflict are beyond what the national government can provide. They only accept applications from charities based in East Anglia (Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex).There are no specific criteria, but consideration is given, among other things, to:- People who are disadvantaged (in the widest sense)- Personal development through adventure- The environment- Whether the charity will be able to bring life-changing benefits to its clients- Whether a small grant will really make a difference to the charity- How challenging the raising of the money for the particular cause will be- The number of people assisted per £ spent- The viability of the charity and where the rest of the money will come from- How much the charity spends on fund-raising and administration- Whether the charity works locally, nationally or internationally

Partnership Fund is open to applications from third-sector organisations delivering strategic outcomes with national impact for Scotland’s historic environment or the Scottish historic environment sector.You must have a track-record of making a significant contribution to HES Grants Priorities and address a clear and demonstrable need or opportunity for Scotland’s historic environment sector which is not being met by other organisations.Examples of possible eligible activities include:- Professional or volunteer training programmes addressing recognised historic environment skills gaps at a national level- Developmental, advocacy or capacity-building activities enabling the sector to achieve strategic outcomes in line with national priorities- Outreach activities or learning programmes delivering high-impact outcomes for audiences across ScotlandPartnership Fund grants can only cover direct activity costs and an appropriate level of indirect costs (full cost recovery) associated with the funded activities.

The Tree Council and SP Energy Networks (SPEN) are working in partnership with local communities to deliver a programme of tree planting across central and southern Scotland, with a specific focus in areas such as parks, schools, and community spaces. Hedgerow planting, community orchards and other urban planting schemes will also be supported.They are looking to support well-planned, tree planting projects that will directly benefit people, communities and wildlife.

The Tree Council and Network Rail are once again working in partnership to support a new season of community tree planting. They invite applications for funding to support impactful community tree planting projects.Priorities are :- Clear community benefit and involvement, such as volunteering, education, or wellbeing initiatives - Improvements in biodiversity at the planting site - Clear understanding of site suitability for tree planting, based on site-specific considerations - Thoughtful tree selection following “right tree, right place” principles, supported by a detailed planting plan- Use of UK-sourced and grown trees, preferably native species from local or community nurseries and/or those that are Plant Healthy certified - Comprehensive establishment and aftercare plan, including a commitment to maintain the trees and site for a minimum of three years - Willingness to provide content for external communications purposes - Commitment to participate in monitoring and evaluation activities post plantingAll projects to be completed by 1 March 2027.

Funded by The National Lottery through Creative Scotland, the programme, to be managed by public sector infrastructure body, the Scottish Futures Trust, will provide grants that address identified climate-related risks. The aim is to award funding to 8-10 projects and ensure cultural and creative assets across Scotland remain usable, resilient and fit for purpose as climate conditions continue to change.The demonstration fund is designed to support pathfinder projects where practical interventions can be completed at pace, while generating valuable learning to inform future investment decisions across Scotland’s cultural and creative estate.With a strong emphasis on experience and insight, the programme will prioritise projects that are capable of being delivered quickly, and able to demonstrate clear, transferable lessons.Grant funding will support the delivery of projects to be completed within the 2026 - 2027 financial year.

This fund supports local community projects during the 25-year lifetime of the wind farm. The fund welcomes applications from organisations whose focus covers aspects of the following:- a broad span of the community- children and young people – especially projects focused on improving access to activities and services and where young people play a key role in the decision-making- carbon reduction – helping to tackle climate change.- vulnerable people – especially projects involving increased access to services and facilities for people with disabilities, the homeless and the elderly.- community regeneration – projects that improve health and education; reduce crime level, regenerate employment, housing and the physical environment.- self-help groups – community-based groups that deliver basic services.- environmental and wildlife projects – especially those involving improvements to communal land.- education and skills development – group and community-based programs, particularly for those who have had no previous access to training opportunities.- health – projects providing access to services that aim to improve the health and well-being of communities.- heritage – projects that celebrate and protect the local heritage.- sustainability – projects that promote sustainable development.- community buildings – projects that help maintain community owned buildings widely used by the community.The fund is open to applications from projects which benefit residents living in Arbuthnott, Catterline, Kinneff and Dunnottar, Mearns, Stonehaven and District

The fund aims to support projects that make a difference to life in, and seek improvement in, the local community. They are keen to support community and voluntary organisations that are charitable, educational, philanthropic or benevolent in purpose. You do not have to be a registered charity to apply for funding but you do have to be able to demonstrate real community impetus and benefits.Projects should benefit people living in Arbuthnott; Benholm and Johnshaven; Gourdon; Inverbervie; Mearns; St Cyrus.Please check the fund guidelines to check eligibility before applying.

The monetary awards are split into four categories: Cromar, Alastrean, Douneside and Lady MacRobert. Each one has its own specific governance arrangements and internal processes. Check the funder website for full criteria and eligibility. Lady MacRobert awards are currently closed.Funding is UK-wide although a preference is given to Scotland. Themes supported are: Armed Forces & good citizenship; General education; Agriculture & sustainability; Arts, science & engineering; Local community inc. Tarland, Douneside & Local Area.