Environmental
Marine Conservation Fund
Please note the closing date for applications is Monday 22nd December 2023
The aim of Sea-Changers Marine Conservation Social Fund is to support socially beneficial marine conservation approaches and solutions. It's unique emphasis is that (as well as supporting marine conservation outcomes) projects will support or enhance participants' health and well-being and/or deliver benefits for disadvantaged communities.
Community Buildings Fund
Please note the closing date for applications is Monday 31st March 2025, subject to funding availability
Local Energy Scotland is awarding grants to community organisations to reduce their building energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions. To be eligible, organisations such as a charity, community or faith group based in Scotland, need to install eligible energy efficiency measures, and be committed to decarbonising their heating.
Third Sector, Community and Practice Fund
Please note the closing date for applications is Wednesday 31st January 2024
The National Centre of Resilience is providing up to £15,000 to community groups, practitioners and third sector organisations across Scotland to support 12-month projects that prioritize the adoption and implementation of local community and place-based approaches to build resilience. Projects should demonstrate a deep understanding of local issues, interconnections, and relationships within their specific setting while focusing on coordinating action and investment to improve the quality of life for their community. Additionally, projects should serve as frameworks for knowledge sharing and collaboration with other communities across Scotland facing similar challenges.
Community Council Fund
Please note the closing date for applications is Wednesday 31st January 2024
The National Centre for Resilience aims to support Scottish Community Councils by providing funding of £500 to develop local resilience plans that address potential natural hazards such as heavy snow, landslides, high winds, and other disruptive events and subsequently enhance their local community preparedness and response to natural hazards.