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This fund supports local communities that live near a series of projects taking place in the region, which are collectivelly called the Argyll and Kintyre 275kV Strategy.The fund is open to projects providing significant benefits in the following communities:- Glenorchy & Innishail- Inverary- Furnace- West Loch Fyne- Lochgilphead- Ardrishaig- Dunadd- Tarbert & Skipness- East Kintyre- West KintyreTo be eligible for funding from the Large Project Fund, your project must support one or more of the following themes:- Addressing the root causes of depopulation (for instance, by enhancing infrastructure such as affordable housing, transport, broadband; providing education, skills and training opportunities; establishing or supporting community services and facilities). - Improving connectivity (for instance, by providing activities for groups experiencing social isolation including younger people, older people and marginalised groups; improving access to transport including community transport).- Tackling the climate and biodiversity crises (for instance, through sustainability initiatives; nature restoration projects; improving access to nature and active travel).Revenue and capital funding is available.

This funding is for communities in Scotland: people who share an identity, interest or experience, or people living in the same place. They're looking for projects that will help people connect more with each other, and will support projects that are open, inclusive and led by their community.Your project must achieve at least 2 of these outcomes:- build positive relationships- support people’s health or wellbeing- help people improve their access and connection to nature- make a positive difference to the environment.These are a few examples of projects that achieve their outcomes:- a regular programme of activities that improve the wellbeing of the community. And help people to connect with each other.- community kitchens, larders, pantries and advice or support activities- community gardens or growing projects- environment clear ups, waste reducing activities or mending, repairing and upcycling workshops.

This funding is for projects that support children, young people and families; or that help people to be healthier and have better access to support.Projects should support people experiencing poverty, disadvantage or discrimination.Your project should be designed with the people you support. You should:- involve them in how it’s developed, delivered and led- make use of their existing skills and interests- complement and make connections with other services that support them.Projects must meet one of these outcomes:- Children, young people and families thrive.- People have better relationships, connections, and physical or mental health.

The Trust provides financial support to charitable organisations that work to make communities better and more supportive places for people to live, work and prosper. Its main funding priorities are: - Poverty, Deprivation & Inequality - Education- Health & Wellbeing- Arts, Heritage & Culture

Social & Community Capital is a charity funded by Royal Bank of Scotland to help social enterprises, charities and community businesses. They provide funding and support for organisations based in the key focus areas of Midlands, North West of England and Scotland who don't qualify for mainstream finance.There are four loans to meet different needs:- Property Purchase Loan: Funding to renovate or purchase a property. Apply for £30k to £500k.- Flexible Growth Funding: Looking to grow and increase your impact. Apply for £30k to £350k.- Working Capital LoanFlexible finance to cover overheads and smooth out cashflow. Apply for £30k to £250k.- Bridging Loan: Pay VAT or cover overheads before grant funding arrives. Apply for £30k to £250k.

Hoodie Hut are printing hoodies for UK charities. They are giving away a total of 250 hoodies, with each charity able to receive 10 hoodies (or t-shirts, if preferred) until Hoodie Hut reaches their threshold.If you’re a UK registered charity, then you’re eligible for selection and they'd love to work with you.

The fund welcomes applications from organisations that make a difference across a range of areas: - Community Buildings – projects which maintain and develop buildings being used and run by the community, especially projects which help ensure their sustainability for the future.- Community transport initiatives.- Conservation, wildlife and animal sanctuary projects – in particular those which improve communal land.- Education and skills development.- The elderly – projects focused on improving access to activities and services.- Energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.- Health and sport – projects that help provide access to services that aim to improve the health and well-being of the local community.- Heritage – projects that celebrate protect and promote local culture, history and heritage.- Regeneration – community projects that help to reduce crime levels, increase employment, housing or the physical environment.- Self-help groups – community groups that deliver basic services.- Vulnerable people – projects which enable increased access to services and facilities for people with disabilities, the homeless and those disadvantaged.- Young people – projects which focus on improving access to services where young people can play a key role in decision making.The community fund is open to applications from groups and projects which benefit the communities living in the following community council areas: Crathes, Drumoak and Durris; Newtonhill, Muchalls & Cammachmore; North Kincardine Rural; Portlethen and District; Stonehaven and District.

The Seed and Development Fund is open to any Fife community group and designed for projects with momentum that want to grow, develop capacity and increase impact. Funding can support:- Expanding successful community climate projects.- Developing or delivering community climate action plans.- Feasibility studies, surveys or consultancy support.- Increasing volunteer capacity, skills or training.- Purchasing larger items of equipment or infrastructure.- Improving community facilities to reduce environmental impact.- Match funding for larger climate projects.Applicants should demonstrate that their project has clear outcomes, builds on existing activity andwill deliver greater impact for their community.The Fund is looking for projects that:- Support communities to take meaningful climate action.- Deliver positive environmental, social and/or economic outcomes.- Involve local people and encourage community participation.- Build the capacity of community organisations to continue delivering climate action beyond the life of the grant.- Contribute towards a fairer, greener and more resilient Fife.Projects focusing on climate adaptation, nature recovery, biodiversity enhancement, carbonreduction or community resilience are particularly encouraged.Activities aimed at engaging people who are not already involved in climate action are welcomed.