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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

Clyde Wind Farm (Scotland) Ltd operate a 206-turbine wind farm in the Clyde Valley. The Clyde (Extension) Community Investment Fund has been established as a means of enabling a contribution to the communities located around the wind farm. The fund supports the community council areas of Duneaton, Biggar, Symington and Quothquan & Thankerton. The funding decisions are made by local advisory panel, made up of local residents and representatives from the community councils.They encourage applications which are community-focussed or charitable activities that:- Encourage community activity and promote community spirit;- Ensure adequate access to services for all community members;- Improve local transport infrastructure;- Build the local economy;- Build community capacity and cohesion & between groups; and/or- Develop or maintain community assets.For revenue projects, it is important to bear in mind that there is no guarantee of ongoing support. A key focus of the fund is sustainability and as such they would encourage groups to be working towards being self-sustaining where possible.In addition, in order to ensure that the Fund achieves maximum benefits for the local communities, priority for grants will be given to projects that can demonstrate they also meet the following criteria: - 1. That other possible sources of funding for the project have been explored. - 2. For local community groups applying to the Fund that reasonable efforts have been made to raise money through their own local fundraising activity. - 3. That local suppliers will be used for the provision of goods and services, where appropriate. - 4. That consideration has been given to minimising the environmental impact of projects and reducing your organisation’s ‘carbon footprint’.

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.

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.

Founded in 2007 by descendants of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s Antarctic expeditions in the early part of the 20th century, the Shackleton Foundation seeks to help disadvantaged and socially marginalised young people. The Shackleton Foundation provides seed funding and support, by means of a single grant or loan of £15,000 to early-stage social ventures with a primary focus on benefiting young people in the UK. Funding is to support leaders with innovative social ideas aimed at generating positive social change for disadvantaged and socially marginalised young people. Trustees are looking for:- Projects that are innovative and fresh- Fulfil a clear need and demand- Have a real social impact- Have well-defined outputs and goals- Have the potential for real growth and sustainabilityYour award will either be a grant OR a loan, depending on your organisation's legal structure (see fund guidance). Successful applicants can also expect to receive assistance with the practical aspects of starting up a social venture. These include:- Seed-funding- Mentoring by existing Leaders- Access to quarterly advice surgeries and an annual Leaders Forum- Awareness building for your venture- Introductions to potential second stage funders

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.