Funding Alert 3
Prepared by Cultural & Community Services
September 2015
CHILDREN, YOUNG PEOPLE & FAMILIES
Buttle UK
Buttle, a UK charity that helps vulnerable young children, has announced that its grant making programmes are currently open
for applications. Funding is available through the Small Grants programme; the School Fees programme; and the support for
Young People programme. The Small grants programme provides funding for essential items to children and young people
whose health, safety and well-being are at risk. The School Fees programme provides support to transforms the lives of
vulnerable children (aged 11 and over) by funding places at schools with a safe and supportive environment. The Support for
Young People programme provides tailored fundingpackages of up to £2,000 available for young people aged 16-20.
Applications may be submitted at any time http://www.buttleuk.org/index.php
Starbucks Youth Action Grants
Grants of up to £1,000 are available to inspire and empower young people to make a difference in their communities.
Young people in England, Scotland and Wales aged between 16 and 24 years who are not in education or employment are
eligible to apply. Two young people need to lead the project and engage a further 50 young people throughout the course of the
project. The young people will need to have a youth worker/training organisation able to support them throughout the project.
The programme is primarily focused on young people not in education or employment but strong applications from other
applicants will be considered. Funding is available for projects that provide a positive benefit to the local community and that
look to enhance the young leaders’ employability and leadership skills. For 2015/16, applications will be considered monthly
between July 2015 and March 2016.
Deadline: 7th March 2016 http://www.youthscotland.org.uk/news/starbucks-youth-action.htm
TTS.Digital (Scotland)
This is the second round of funding. TTS.Digital is a funding programme designed to inspire digital creativity in young people. It
will support a series of projects led by young people and working with a collaboration of arts organisations with technology
partners. TTS.Digital is part of Time to Shine - Scotland's National Youth Arts Strategy. TTS.Digital has been delivered in two
phases.
• Phase One supported 10 pilot projects in early 2015.
• Phase Two supports larger scale projects.
TTS.Digital is now inviting applications for Phase Two, with an open call for larger-scale projects which build on the outcomes of
the Phase One pilot projects. The total budget for TTS.Digital Phase Two is £400,000. Because of the scale of the projects that
they are looking to support, they expect applications to be made for between £50,000 and £100,000, and they are looking to
support between 6-8 projects. Applications are open to partnerships of arts organisations and technology organisations - both of
which must be based in Scotland.
Deadline: 10th September 2015
http://www.creativescotland.com/funding/funding-programmes/targeted-funding/tts-digital
Scott Bader Commonwealth Global Charity Fund
Funding is available for registered charities whose purposes support the following charitable objects: To help young or
disadvantaged people, especially anyone suffering deprivation and discrimination, such as poor, homeless and vulnerable
women and children. Minority communities, particularly where people are affected by poverty, a lack of education, malnutrition
and disease. The Fund is divided into two categories: • Central Fund - The Central Fund annually supports two large,
community-based, environmental or educational projects to the value of £25,000 each. These can be located anywhere in the
world where a Scott Bader company is operating. • Small Fund - Small grants of £500 to £2,000 to support international projects
located anywhere in the world. Projects should try and achieve the following: a) Respond to the needs of people who are most
underprivileged, disadvantaged, poor, on the fringes of society. b) Help people to help themselves and give them a sense of
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dignity and self-respect. c) Be based on local communities and spring from their own expressed needs and wishes. d) Be start
up organisations with innovative ideas to solve old problems in new ways.
Deadline: 8th January 2016 http://www.scottbader.com/sustainability/31/commonwealth-global-charity-fund
Erasmus - Youth Mobility Projects
UK organisations working with young people outside the formal education sector can apply for funding to run mobility projects.
These projects enable organisations to offer structured study, work experience, job shadowing, training and teaching
opportunities to staff and learners in another European country. There are three types of learning mobility activities for youth:
youth exchanges; European Voluntary Service (EVS); and training/networking for youth workers.
One or more activities can be combined into a mobility project, with a UK organisation or in some cases, an informal group of
young people working in partnership with one or more organisations from the Erasmus+ participating countries. The programme
is run by the British Council and they are running application support webinars, including one-to-one online sessions, for the 1st
October deadline for youth mobility. Potential applicants can register your place on the events and webinars page.
Deadline: 1st October 2015 https://www.erasmusplus.org.uk/apply-for-youth-mobility-funding
Erasmus - Youth Partnership Funding
UK organisations/groups of young people active in youth work can apply for funding under Key Action 2 for activities which are
part of a Strategic Partnership for youth. Youth partnership projects can last between six months and three years, and
organisations can apply for funding to support a combination of activities. Activities must contribute to overall project objectives,
and create, develop, test and embed innovative approaches in youth work, including;
• new methods, tools or materials to build young people’s key competences, basic skills or language and IT skills;
• new methods, tools or materials to build capacity and professionalise or modernise youth work, including through
• the use of ICT, virtual mobility or online learning, sharing of best practise, reform of youth work curricula, etc.;
• new youth work approaches, including strategies to tackle social exclusion and early school leaving;
• through cross-sector networking and activities, i.e. non-formal youth work with formal education and training sector
• and relevant diverse partners in private and youth sector, to develop innovative approaches to youth work;
• strategic collaboration with local or regional authorities.
Deadline: 1st October 2015 https://www.erasmusplus.org.uk/apply-for-youth-partnership-funding
COMMUNITY FUNDING
The Bank of Scotland Foundation
The Bank of Scotland Foundation has announced that the next closing dates for its small and medium grant making
programmes is the 12th October 2015. The aim of the Foundations grant making is to support projects that improve and
develop local communities and promote financial literacy and financial inclusion. The types of projects supported include
initiatives designed to encourage the involvement in the community of those too often excluded; working with people on low
incomes, at risk from poverty or with problems finding accommodation; improving the standards of local facilities; promoting
financial awareness and money advice; enhancing debt counselling services within the community; and Supporting life-skills in
all age groups and sections of the community. Through the small grants making programme, grants of between £1,000 and
£10,000 are available and through the medium grants making programme grants of between £10,001 and £25,000 are
available.
Deadline: 12th October 2015 http://bankofscotlandfoundation.org/
Morrison’s Foundation
Registered charities working in England, Scotland or Wales can apply through the Morrison Foundation's new online process for
grants to support new projects that directly improve the lives of local people or communities across Great Britain. The funding is
for projects that groups would like to get off the ground but for which they have no funding. The projects should benefit the local
community and can cover a wide range of areas including:
• Health
• Education
• Arts and culture
• Community
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• Other
Although there are no set limits to the funding, previous grants have ranged from £5,000 to £20,000.
Applications may be submitted at any time https://www.morrisonsfoundation.com/funding.html
Joseph Rowntree Foundation
The Relationship between Poverty and Stress, Low Level Anxiety and Depression across the Life-Course
This call is for proposals to carry out a multi-disciplinary evidence review of the relationship between poverty and stress, low
level anxiety and depression across the life-course. The key questions to be addressed are:
• Does poverty cause stress, low level anxiety and depression?
• Do stress, low level anxiety and depression cause poverty?
Projects should run for 6 months on a budget of £30,000, including VAT and expenses.
Deadline: 6th October 2015 http://www.jrf.org.uk/funding
Joseph Rowntree Foundation
This is an open call for proposals to undertake a review of community led approaches to reducing poverty in neighbourhoods.
International development seeks to implement long-term solutions to problems by working with developing countries to create
the capacity needed to provide such sustainable solutions, and it is hoped techniques can be learnt from these models to
replicate in the UK. A £20,000 project budget, including VAT and expenses, is available for one project only for four months.
Deadline: 22nd September 2015 http://www.jrf.org.uk/funding
Paul Hamlyn Foundation - Ideas and Pioneers Fund
The Ideas and Pioneers Fund supports people who have an idea with unusual promise to improve the life chances and
opportunities of individuals and communities in the UK. They can provide funding totalling up to £30,000 over up to 18 months
to help you get started, and introduce you to a group of peers for mutual support. They will consider funding work to enable you
to develop the idea from concept to set-up, including problem definition and analysis, scoping, exploratory work, and
prototyping. They understand that ideas are driven by the passion of the people who hold them, so this fund is open to
individuals, teams working independently and small organisations. They are particularly interested in receiving applications from
people who haven’t applied to PHF before. They expect to receive a large number of proposals for the Ideas and Pioneers
Fund, and will award around 30 grants per year. There will be several funding rounds throughout 2015 and 2016. These are the
first three funding rounds in 2015.
Deadlines: 14th September 2015; - 12th October 2015; - 9th November 2015
http://www.phf.org.uk/funds/ideas-and-pioneers-fund/
Fairer Scotland Engagement Fund
Small community groups and voluntary organisations in Scotland can apply for grants of up to £300 (or exceptionally up to £500
for a larger event) through the Fairer Scotland Engagement Fund. The aim of the Fund is to help groups run an event or
engagement activity with a group of five or more people to gather their thoughts on creating a Fairer Scotland. By 2030, Fairer
Scotland aims to create a place where people are healthier, happier and treated with respect, and where opportunities, wealth
and power are spread more equally. Discussions and engagement should include: What are the issues that matter most to
people; what do people think needs to be done; how can people and their community play a role in helping to shape our future?
Discussions and engagement ideally should take place before 16th October 2015. A brief report and evidence of what emerged
from the event / engagement must be returned to the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) no later than Friday 23rd October 2015.
Deadline: 12th October 2015
http://www.voluntaryactionfund.org.uk/funding-and-support/fairer-scotland-engagement-fund/
B&Q Waste Donate Scheme
Schools, charities and community groups can apply for products and waste materials through the B&Q Waste Donate Scheme.
B&Q operates this Scheme through all of its stores within the UK. B&Q donates products and waste materials they haven't been
able to sell for re-use such as slightly damaged tins of paint, off-cuts of timber, and odd rolls of wallpaper and end-of-range
materials. Donated products should benefit the local community and the environment and cannot be resold. Due to its Health
and Safety scheme, electrical, petrol and gas items are not available for donation. Applications must be made directly to B&Q
stores.
Applications may be submitted at any time http://www.diy.com/corporate/community/waste-donation/
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ARTS & CULTURE
Elephant Trust
Grants to Help New, Innovative Visual Arts Projects. The Elephant Trust offers grants to artists and for new, innovative visual
arts projects based in the UK. The Trust's aim is to make it possible for artists and those presenting their work to undertake and
complete projects when confronted by lack of funds. The Trust supports projects that develop and improve the knowledge,
understanding and appreciation of the fine arts. Priority is now being given to artists and small organisations and galleries who
should submit well argued, imaginative proposals for making or producing new work or exhibitions. Arts Festivals are not
supported. The Trust normally awards grants of up to £2,000, but larger grants may be considered.
Deadline: 19th October 2015 http://elephanttrust.org.uk/docs/theguide.html
The Paul Hamlyn Fund
The Paul Hamlyn Fund has grants available for not-for-profit organisations, of any size, working anywhere in the UK, to test,
implement and develop ambitious plans to widen access to and deepen participation in the arts. Priority will be given to projects
working in areas of social and economic deprivation outside of London. Two types of grant are available to support work at
different stages of development. The Access and participation ‘explore and test' grants provide funding for up to two years to
help test new approaches or gather evidence for the first time about approaches that have been used before.
Deadline: 15th September 2015
The Access and participation ‘more and better' grants provide longer, larger grants to help increase the impact and
effectiveness of work which has already shown promise or positive impact.
Deadline: 1st November 2015 http://www.phf.org.uk/funds/access-and-participation-fund/
Wingate Foundation Music Grants Programme
The Wingate Foundation has announced that its Music Grants programme is open to applications. The Music Grants
programme supports those areas of music performance and education which do not readily attract backing from commercial
sponsors or other funding bodies, or which are not eligible for public funding. Priority will be given to those organisations which
give opportunities to young professionals and to education projects for young people as well as for new adult audiences. This
would include direct assistance as well as funding for organisations which promote their work or performance, and support for
Master Classes.
Deadline: 24th September 2015 http://www.wingatefoundation.org.uk/application_form.php
Museums Galleries Scotland Small Project Fund
Any organisation running an accredited museum in Scotland can apply for grants of £500 to £5,000 from the Museums
Galleries Scotland Small Project Fund. The funds can be used for projects that help museums to develop in line with the
National Strategy and 25% match funding will be required. Successful applicants must complete their project and claim their
grant within 12 months of award.
Deadline: 11th September 2015 http://www.museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk/funding/small-project-fund/
Museums Galleries Scotland Skills Development Fund Reopens to Applications
Museums Galleries Scotland (MGS) provides the Skills Development Fund. The purpose of this fund is to support museums to
work in partnership to run collaborative training courses and skills development programmes. These in turn strengthen
knowledge sharing, partnership working and peer support within the museums sector. Grants up to
£5,000 with a minimum of £1,000 are available. Applications for up to £10,000 may be considered, however these must
demonstrate a larger strategic project with wider impact. The following are eligible to apply:
• Formally constituted Scottish museum networks or forums with a bank account.
• Informal Scottish museum forums or networks which are not constituted - these applications should be submitted by
one of the partnership organisations that runs an accredited museum in Scotland.
• Partnerships or collaborations - applications may be considered from non-museum organisations working in
partnership with the museums sector for the benefit of accredited museums. These applications must be submitted in
association with an accredited museum and the project must reflect a demonstrated sector need.
In all instances it must be clear that that main benefit of the funding will be for accredited museums in Scotland.
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Eligible skills development and training activities include board development, mentoring, formal training, fact finding visits, skills
sharing, shadowing and exchanges. Continuations or repeats of projects will be funded if it can be demonstrated that there is
new work taking the project on to another stage with new benefits to be gained.
Applications may be submitted at any time
http://www.museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk/funding/skills-development-fund/
British Film Institute
British Film Institute Programming Development Fund Reopens to Applications
The Programming Development Fund forms part of the BFI Audience Fund 2013-2017. The Programming
Development Fund will support programming initiatives of cultural significance, high profile and wide reach, encouraging
curatorial ambition, achieving economies of scale and bringing films to audiences across the UK in a fresh and original way.
The objectives of the Programming Development Fund are to:
• Support and promote high-quality, distinctive, diverse film exhibition projects of scale and ambition.
• Increase opportunities for more diverse audiences across the UK to engage with a wider range of specialised and
independent British film, including those in areas with limited provision.
• Enable film programmers to be more adventurous and experimental in their programming choices and to promote
innovation and risk-taking in terms of content and/or delivery model.
• Encourage greater sharing of programme content and initiatives across the UK.
• Develop new ways to build stronger relationships between film venues and audiences.
• Create links to other BFI strategic initiatives relating to education and learning, investment in skills and unlocking film
heritage.
Properly constituted organisations are eligible to apply. These include: limited liability companies; community interest
companies; charities or trusts registered with the Charities Commission; universities principally regulated by the Higher
Education Funding Council for England (If not registered with the Charity Commission); and local authorities or statutory bodies.
Applicants and/or their partners should have direct experience of film exhibition and audience development activity within the
UK, such as cinemas, cinema chains or consortia, film festivals or arts organisations with experience of film curation. Applicants
must be able to demonstrate the clear public benefit of the proposed project, as well as wide geographic and audience reach
and curatorial ambition, and present a clear and tangible opportunity to increase profile and attract audiences for specialised or
independent British film. The Fund is looking to support activity which is delivered mainly as large screen communal audience
experience(s) rather than as small screen (digital device) private content consumption. However, projects which contain some
activity on other platforms such as online or mobile apps are welcome, especially if they make a demonstrable contribution to
audience development and show innovative approaches to achieving the Fund objectives. The Fund is open to new ideas but
will prioritise:
• Programmes which are of such scale or innovation that they are likely to attract significant media attention and public
notice.
• Projects which utilise or compliment the resources and infrastructure of the Film Audience Network.
• Programmes which link to other aspects of Film Forever especially if linked to the BFI's Unlocking Film
• Heritage programme and/or the work of the BFI's 5-19 education partners, Into Film.
• Programmes that are predominantly focused on specialised or independent British films, which have not previously
been widely available or accessible to UK audiences.
The BFI aims to support a wide range of exhibition activity through the Fund which could include but is not limited to:
• Programmes curated around a particular theme,
• Archive programmes.
genre, national cinema or geographic origin.
• Touring programmes.
• Major retrospectives or seasons.
• Documentary or non-fiction programmes
.
The BFI expects events, contextualisation and interpretation activity (e.g. programme notes/brochures or other publications,
online materials and information, speakers, Q&A sessions, visiting talent, educational activity) to be included as part of projects
in order to raise their profile, stimulate attendance, enhance understanding, and maximise engagement.
Applications may be submitted at any time http://www.bfi.org.uk/supporting-uk-film/funding-filmmakers
PRS funding new music - Beyond Borders Programme
The Performing Rights Society (PRS) for Music Foundation, has announced that its Beyond Borders fund has reopened for
applications. The Beyond Borders Fund provides funding of up to £15,000 to stimulate collaborations between organisations in
England, Northern lreland, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. The scheme enables music creators to produce exceptional new music
to be performed in at least two UK countries. Launched in 2010, the scheme has supported over 40 projects so far, bringing
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together organisations and music creators across the UK and abroad. Beyond Borders has been made possible by a pioneering
UK wide partnership between PRS for Music Foundation, Arts Council of Wales, Arts Council of Northern Ireland, Arts Council
of Ireland / An Chomhairle Ealaíon and Creative Scotland who joined forces to support cross border collaboration.
Deadline: 21st September 2015
http://www.prsformusicfoundation.com/Partnerships/Flagship-Programmes/Beyond-Borders
Funding for Christian Charities Promoting Social Inclusion
The Anchor Foundation provides grants of between £500 and £10,000 per year to Christian Charities that encourage social
inclusion through ministries of healing and the arts. Funding can be awarded for up to three years. The Foundation will consider
applications for either capital or revenue funding. Only in exceptional circumstances will grants be given for building work.
Deadline: 31st January 2016 http://www.theanchorfoundation.org.uk/index.html
BUSINESS AND ENTERPRISE
New Innovation Vouchers Scheme Offers £5,000 Grants to Boost Cyber Security among
Small Firms
Launched this week, the Cyber Security Innovation Vouchers Scheme is intended to protect small businesses in the UK from
cyber-attacks. The scheme is part of a package of Government-funded initiatives intended to increase the resilience of UK firms
to cyber-crime. The package also includes a new online learning and careers hub to help ensure the UK has the cyber skills
talent pool to protect both the public and private sectors as the nation faces the reality of increasing cyber threats. The voucher
scheme will offer increased protection for small businesses, and the new online hub will help ensure the nation has the skilled
workforce in place to manage the increased pressures of the digital age.
The programme will have a total budget of £1 million. Individual vouchers will be provided up to the value of £5,000.
Innovate UK will help winners access an expert from one of the following:
• Universities and further education colleges
• Catapult centres
• Research and technology organisations
• Design advisers
• Technical consultancies
• Intellectual property advisers
The vouchers can be used to access specialist advice to boost cyber security and protect new business ideas and intellectual
property. As well as helping protect businesses from cyber-attacks, the vouchers will enable firms to access services from the
UK cyber security industry. The scheme will also help businesses to adopt Cyber Essentials, the Governments flagship scheme
to protect businesses online. Micro, small and medium-sized businesses operating in the UK will be eligible to apply.
Deadline: 20th October 2015 https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-5000-government-grant-for-small-
businesses-to-boost-cyber-security
Social Entrepreneurs Fund (Scotland)
The Government's Social Entrepreneurs Fund provides money and support for individuals and informal groups wishing to start
or expand an existing social enterprise. There are three levels of funding available. These are; Level awards which are for up to
£500 and are made primarily through referrals; Level 1 Awards from £500 to £5,000 are to help make new ideas into real
projects; and Level 2 Awards from £5,000 to £25,000 are to support projects that are
Awards are distributed ten times per year and Level 2 Awards are distributed 4 times per year.
Deadline: 1st October 2015 http://www.firstportfunding.org.uk/
Rozelle Trust
UK registered charities whose activities are primarily based in Scotland, or overseas in developing countries. Priority is given to
projects that support the very poorest in their community. The Rozelle Trust aims to help charities who activities are primarily
based in Scotland, or overseas in developing countries. Priority is given to projects that support the very poorest in their
community. Their main priorities are children and young people; people living in poverty (particularly self-sustaining work); and
people with disabilities. The Trust will generally support smaller charities, especially those working at grass roots and local
community level where the funds will be able to make a significant difference and therefore large national charities are unlikely
to be considered.
Applications may be submitted at any time http://www.rozelletrust.org/
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BBC Children in Need - Main Grants Programme
Not for profit organisations such as registered charities; voluntary organisations; schools; churches; and community groups, etc.
In the case of schools this must not be for work that they have a duty to fund. The BBC Children in Need Main Grants
programme distributes grants of over £10,000 to not for profit organisations such as Registered charities; Voluntary
organisations; Schools; Churches; and Community groups, etc that work with disadvantaged children below the age of 18 living
in the UK. In particular, grants are available for projects that help children and young people of 18 years and under experiencing
illness, distress, abuse or neglect; any kind of disability; behavioural or psychological difficulties; and / or living in poverty or
situations of deprivation. Applications should demonstrate how your project will change the lives of children for the better.
Deadline: 15th September 2015 http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b008dk4b/features/cin-grants-main-index
New Social Investment Fund
Scottish social enterprises with growth ambitions can apply for funding of £25,000 to £100,000 from a new flexible social
investment fund from SIS Community Capital. Affordable unsecured finance over a six year term will be provided to successful
organisations to develop their business and focus on delivering social impacts before repayments of the loan capital begin.
Loans are structured to pay interest-only in the first three years at six per cent per annum to enable organisations to use new
revenue generated to build up cash flow. The funding is aimed at established social enterprises looking to expand or replicate
their business through, for example, buying or building new properties and equipment.
Deadline: Expression of Interest 14th October 2015 http://www.socialinvestmentscotland.com/news-and-events/siscommunity-capital-opens/
UnLtd - Do It Awards for social impact projects
The Do It Awards from UnLtd provide support and funding packages for individuals to run projects that have a positive social
impact and have the scope to become financially sustainable. The third round of the application process is now open and
anyone aged 16 or above living in the UK can apply for projects that have a real social impact; fulfil a clear need and demand;
have clear outputs and goals; and provide a learning experience or opportunity. Applicants, who's Expression of Interest passes
the initial assessment will be sent further application documents to complete along with a detailed breakdown of the application
process.
Deadline: Expression of Interest 6th November 2015 https://unltd.org.uk/doit/
EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING
Scottish Government
Scottish Government Announces £10 Million in Funding to Continue the Employer Recruitment Incentive
The Employer Recruitment Incentive (ERI) is administered by Skills Development Scotland (SDS). SDS is the national body the
national skills body supporting the people and businesses of Scotland to develop and apply their skills.
Employers in Scotland may use this programme as an incentive to help young people, who may be facing significant
challenges, into work. This could be someone aged 16-29 with a disability, who is leaving care or who is a carer themselves.
Equally, it could be an ex-offender who has been convicted or cautioned for a criminal offence and has completed their
sentence. The new scheme, which launched in July 2015, is more closely aligned to the improving economic conditions and
jobs market in Scotland, and delivers key recommendations from the Developing Scotland's Young Workforce action plan. The
£10 million scheme aims to support another 2,200 young people into employment. Employer Recruitment Incentive (ERI)
payments of £3,963 will be made available to employers who recruit a targeted young person (TYP) as a Modern Apprentice
(MA) or into employment of 15 hours or more per week. An additional £500 is available to those employers who commit to
paying a Living Wage.
Applications may be submitted at any time https://www.ourskillsforce.co.uk/funding-for-skills/employer-
recruitment-incentive/
The Hedley Foundation
The Hedley Foundation invites registered charities in the UK to apply for up to £5,000 support mainly young people with their
education, creation, support, training, health and welfare. The Foundation also supports disabled people and the terminally ill
with provision of specialist equipment and support for carers
Applications may be submitted at any time http://www.hedleyfoundation.org.uk/applications.htm
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The Ironmongers' Company
The Ironmongers' Company is funding projects that provide opportunities for disadvantaged children and young people to fulfil
their potential. Grants are only given to registered charities. Projects must meet all of the following criteria:
• For children and young people under the age of 25 who are disadvantaged
• Consist of educational activities that develop learning, motivation and skills
• Have clear aims and objectives to be met within a planned timescale
• Are within the UK
The Company is looking for projects that deliver clearly defined educational benefits to a specific group of children or young
people. Items of equipment will be considered only where a full explanation is given of how they will support this activity. The
Company is particularly interested in enabling primary age children to develop a strong foundation for the future. Projects could,
for example, support special educational needs, address behavioural problems or promote citizenship, parenting or life skills.
Preference will be given to projects piloting new approaches where the outcomes will be disseminated to a wider audience.
Deadline: 31st December 2015 http://www.ironmongers.org/charity_organisations.htm
EUROPEAN FUNDING
The European Commission
Calls for Proposals to Combat Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence against Women. The European Commission has
issued a call for proposals for action grants based on the 2015 annual work programme of the Rights, Equality and Citizenship
Programme (REC Programme) and of the Justice Programme. The call aims to co-fund transnational projects to combat sexual
harassment and sexual violence against women and girls, in line with the specific objective to prevent and combat all forms of
violence against children, young people and women, as well as violence against other groups at risk, in particular groups at risk
of violence in close relationships, and to protect victims of such violence (Daphne). This call aims to prevent and combat
harassment/violence in one or more of the following contexts:
• The workplace.
• In schools and universities.
• Through new technologies and social media.
Projects on sexual harassment or sexual violence in the workplace may focus on specific work sectors. Projects targeted in
particular at vulnerable groups and/or at engaging men in combating sexual harassment and sexual violence are welcome. The
following types of activities will be funded:
• Training and cooperation of relevant professionals (health services, police, the judiciary, social workers, teachers,
employers, trade union representatives, university staff etc.) to better prevent and respond to these forms of violence,
including through the establishment of formal or informal procedures and support programmes to respond to cases.
• Development and practical implementation of modules and/or materials to train and educate children (boys and girls),
young people, men and/or women to prevent sexual harassment and/or sexual violence in these contexts by bringing
about attitudinal and behavioural changes with regard to gender roles, stereotyping and sexualisation, and to educate
about the unacceptability of such violence and raise awareness of victims' rights.
Projects must be transnational and should be elaborated in partnership with and/or be led by key players, such as employers,
trade union representatives, education professionals, university staff, students' unions or clubs. The involvement of national
education and/or employment ministries is particularly welcome. The aim is to fund practical projects ensuring maximum
practical benefits and impacts for the target groups. A budget of €3 million is available for this Call.
Deadline: 13th October 2015
please note that applicants must apply through PRIAMOS (http://ec.europa.eu/justice/grants1/priamos/index_en.htm).
PRIAMOS allows applicants to register, to download the application forms and to submit their applications.
North West Europe
The second call for project proposals under the INTERREG North-West Europe Programme 2014-2020 is now open.
The Programme’s mission is to produce measurable positive change in North-West Europe around three themes:
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Innovation:
• The objective under this theme is to enhance innovation performance of enterprises throughout the Northwest
• Europe regions.
• Low Carbon: The objectives under this theme are to:
• Facilitate the implementation of low-carbon, energy and climate protection strategies in order to reduce
GHGemissions.
• Facilitate the uptake of low-carbon technologies, products, processes and services in sectors with high energy saving
potential in order to reduce GHG-emissions.
• Facilitate the implementation of low-carbon solutions in transport systems to reduce GHG-emissions.
• Resource and material efficiency:
• The objective under this theme is to optimise (re)use of material and natural resources.
Governmental organisations, civil society (non-profit organisations), education and knowledge institutions such as universities,
intermediate bodies such as chambers of commerce or development agencies, enterprises, social enterprises and social
housing providers can apply for grants of up to 60% of eligible costs. Applications must include partners from at least two
different Member States in North-West Europe. Once a project concept note is approved, the
Programme Secretariat will contact the lead partner directly. Applicants will be given support to develop the project into a full
work plan which will need to be submitted within five months of project approval, or ten months if the first deadline is missed.
The timetable for the 2nd call for applications is as follows:
Application Deadline: 30th November 2015
Decision for Step 1: 26th February 2016
Please note that this is a rolling programme and further call dates with be announced in due course. More information about the
Programme can be found at http://www.nweurope.eu/5b/ or by contacting the national contact point for UK
ian.hill@communities.gsi.gov.uk paula.maclachlan@communities.gsi.gov.uk
Northern Periphery Arctic Programme
The second call for applications to the Northern Periphery and Artic Programme (one of the EU Territorial Cooperation
Programmes) is now closed. The Highlands and Islands area of Argyll and Bute is an eligible area under this programme. There
are 4 Priorities under the programme which are:
1. Using Innovation to Maintain and Develop Robust And Competitive Communities
2. Promoting Entrepreneurship to Realise the Potential of the Programme Area’s Competitive Advantage
3. Fostering Energy-Secure Communities through Promotion of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency
4. Protecting, Promoting and Developing Cultural and Natural Heritage
The intervention rate for eligible costs ranges from 50-65% depending on the project. There is a requirement to work with
partners from across the Programme area which includes Finland, Ireland, UK (Scotland and N. Ireland), Sweden, Faroe
Islands, Iceland, Greenland and Norway. This means that the programme area encompasses the Euro-Arctic zone, parts of the
Atlantic zone and parts of the Barents region, neighbouring on Canada in the West and Russia in the East. It is also anticipated
that the partnership should comprise of partners from public, private and academic organisations. There are two types of
projects under the NPAP which are:
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Preparatory project and they require the involvement of a minimum of 2 member states outlined above;
Main project and they require the involvement of a minimum of 3 member states outlined above.
The timetable for the 3rd call for applications is as follows:
Call Open: August 2015 (tbc)
Application Deadline: October 2015 (tbc)
Decision Date: December 2015 (tbc)
More information about the Programme can be found at www.northernperiphery.eu/en/home/ or by contacting the regional
contact point for the Highlands and Islands jeff.foot@hient.co.uk
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GENERAL FUNDING
Allen Lane Foundation
The Allen Lane Foundation is interested in funding work which benefits people in groups which include Asylum seekers and
refugees, migrant workers, offenders and ex-offenders, older people, people experiencing mental health problems, and people
experiencing violence or abuse.
Applications may be submitted at any time http://www.allenlane.org.uk/guidelines.html
Scottish International Development Organisations
International Development Small Grants Programme Scottish International Development Organisations can now apply for
funding through year three of the Scottish Government’s International Development Small Grants Programme. This will
distribute approximately £500,000 in 2016 to support projects that help some of the world’s poorest countries and fit within the
Scottish Government’s International Development Policy. Eligible projects must be focused in one of the Scottish Government’s
priority countries, contribute to the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals (and the post-2015 Framework in due
course), and the alleviation of poverty and economic growth in the priority countries. These are: Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania,
Zambia, Pakistan, Bangladesh and the Indian States of Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Orissa. Incorporated not-for-profit
organisations which have a presence in Scotland and an annual turnover of less than £150,000 are eligible to apply. The
Programme is specifically intended to accommodate smaller requests for funding to contribute to current International
Development policy and outcomes and to overarching Scottish Government outcomes. Therefore, although there are maximum
grant levels in place, it is envisaged that a range of project sizes will be supported through the Programme. The Scottish
Government recognise that there are some small organisations which would wish to apply to the Programme, but do not
currently meet the criteria of being incorporated. In recognition of this, and to assist these organisations, the Scottish
Government has announced that organisations in the process of becoming unincorporated may apply for funding from the Small
Grants Programme, on condition that they will have become an incorporated organisation (e.g. either by becoming a Company
limited by guarantee, a community interest company or a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) by 31st December
2015. There are three types of grants available: Project, Feasibility and Capacity Building. Applicants may only apply for one
type of grant in each funding year. Deadline: 25th November 2015
http://www.ltsbfoundationforscotland.org.uk/index.asp?tm=72&cookies=True
The Edge Fund
The aim of the fund is to support communities, campaign groups and activists struggling for social, economic and environmental
justice. Groups facing discrimination and injustice because of their class, ability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or
other factors can apply for grants to challenge injustices and create just and healthy communities.
Deadline: 21st September 2015 http://edgefund.org.uk/
Hilden Charitable Fund
The Hilden Charitable Fund is open for applications. Within the UK, the Hilden Charitable Fund makes grants to projects that
address disadvantage, notably by supporting causes which are less popular. In particular, the Fund wants to support projects
that address homelessness; supports asylum seekers and refugees; support community based initiatives for disadvantaged
young people 16 - 25; and penal affairs. The average grant awarded is £5,000 and preference is given to supporting small
community organisations with an income of less than £500,000 per year. The Trust will consider funding project as well as core
running costs of organisations.
Deadline: 9th September 2015 http://www.hildencharitablefund.org.uk/application%20notes.htm
People Postcode Lottery – Small Grants Programme
Small Grants Programme: £500 - £20,000 Since 2009, People's Postcode Trust has awarded over £9 million to more than 1400
projects across Great Britain, with over £6.5 million of this going to the Small Grants Programme. We support innovative and
engaging projects of up to one year in length that bring a positive impact to local communities. The online application is
currently closed but reopens soon.
Opens 1st October - Deadline: 30th October 2015 http://www.postcodetrust.org.uk/small-grants.htm
Ministry of Defence Covenant Fund
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The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has established the new £10 million Covenant Fund to support the armed forces
community through the Armed Forces Covenant. Projects must address the MoD's priorities for 2015-16, which are: •
Community integration. • The coordination and delivery of support to the armed forces community. • Former service
personnel in the criminal justice system. The funding is for one-off projects, which have lasting impact, and clear exit
or sustainability strategies. The Fund offers both small and large grants to support these three priorities. Large grants
of between £20,001 and £500,000 are available to statutory bodies, registered charities and registered community
interest companies. The large grants programme has a two stage application process. The first stage requires an
Expression of Interest form which can be submitted at any time until the deadline of 24th September 2015 Small
grants of up to £20,000 are available to statutory bodies, registered charities, armed forces units with an UIN and
Community Interest Companies. There will be two funding rounds in 2015. Round 1 is currently accepting
applications.
Deadline: 17th September 2015 https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/covenant-fund
HEALTH
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) IMPACT
Awards Open to Applications The IMPACT Awards recognise and reward small to medium-sized charities in the UK that are
doing excellent work to improve people's health. Applicants must target community health needs in the UK and have a track
record of achievement in this area. The Awards recognise excellence in existing work and do not seek to fund new projects.
The assessment is based on the work of the whole organisation and the assessment will focus on excellence in the six areas of
IMPACT. The judges will be looking for evidence of: • Innovation: Leadership, creativity and initiative in addressing current
challenges in healthcare access and delivery. • Management: Efficient use of resources; quality of management processes;
equality of opportunity; clear objectives and plans; strength and financial effectiveness of the organisation. • Partnership:
Working effectively with others (members, users, private and public sector partners, etc.); willingness to share 'best practice'
and to learn from others. • Achievement: Measurable results achieved; numbers of people benefited; impact on access to
healthcare; a reflective approach to evaluation of the work; measurement and monitoring of performance; being able to report
on outcomes and impact. • Community focus: Involving and responding to users and the community; openness and provision of
information; adaptability to changing circumstances and needs. • Targeting needs: Awareness of community issues and
priorities and having a detailed understanding of the target community; ensuring services are accessible to, and focus on,
people in need. Up to ten winners will receive £30,000 unrestricted funding with one overall winner receiving £40,000. Winners
will also receive free training and development valued at up to £6,000, a specially commissioned professional film and
photographs along with publicity and press support. Up to ten runners-up will receive £3,000.
Deadline: 25th September 2015 http://www.kingsfund.org.uk/projects/gsk-impact-awards?gclid=COPg7sSo8YCFUcOwwod-vYCQg
Jeans for Genes Day/Genetic Disorders UK Grant Programme
Applications Grants of between £500 and £25,000 are available for UK charities and support groups that support
children (18 years or under) and families with genetic disorders. Funding is available for projects that can satisfy the
following criteria:
• The project must benefit children (18 years or under) affected by genetic disorders.
• The proposed project is of one year’s duration or less.
• The proposed project will take place in the UK and/or will benefit UK families.
• The project’s activities are tangible and identifiable.
• The size of the Jeans for Genes grant can make an acknowledgeable impact on the project.
• The charity or support group has a child protection policy in place (if applicable).
Deadline 30th September 2015 http://www.geneticdisordersuk.org/grantprogramme
Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation – Transitions in Later life
Transitions in Later Life: building emotional and mental wellbeing. The long-term aim of Calouste Gulbenkian
Foundation's Transitions in Later Life strand is reduced loneliness in later life, with people in mid-life becoming
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happier, more resilient and better supported to respond positively to transitions in later life. They are launching an
open call for initiatives building emotional and mental wellbeing in pre-retirement.
Deadline: 11th September 2015
http://www.gulbenkian.org.uk/news/news/287-Call-for-initiatives-----Transitions-in-Later-Life--building-emotionalandmental-wellbeing.html
Funding for Projects that Support Children and Young People
Registered Charities that work with young people have the opportunity to apply for grants through the DM Thomas Foundation
for Young People (formerly the Hilton Foundation) Central Grants Programme. Registered Charities can apply for grants
ranging from a few hundred pounds up to £30,000 per year for up to 2 years that are working in the areas of education or health
with one of the Foundation' four chosen focus groups. These are children and young people with disabilities; children and young
people who are sick in hospital; children and young people who are homeless; and children and young people who are life
limited (requiring palliative care). There is approximately £150,000 available to distribute each quarter. Grant applications for up
to £10,000 can be approved by the Committee, and applications for more than £10,000 are recommended to the Trustees for
final approval. There is no limit on the amount of money that a charity can request. However, the Foundation is a small charity
and generally will not make awards of over £30,000 (per year). Funding can be requested for up to 2 years for any particular
project.
Deadline: 13th October 2015 https://dmthomasfoundation.org/what-we-do/grants/dmtf-central-grants/
Funding to Tackle Mental Health Discrimination
See Me, which is Scotland's Programme to tackle mental health stigma and discrimination is currently seeking
applications through its Change Network Fund. Change Networks are local partnerships of individuals with a lived
experience of mental health conditions; Carers; Groups of people with lived experience (advocacy, campaigning,
peer); Voluntary sector organisations; Health boards; Local authorities; Local businesses; and Community leaders;
etc that aim to stop mental health stigma or discrimination. Through the fund, grants of up to £2,000 are available to
support the development of strong partnerships that will create and deliver projects to challenge mental health stigma
and discrimination. It is anticipated that the Change Networks will be organised around a specific theme or
geographical area and would be operational within 6 months of receiving funding.
Applications may be submitted at any time https://www.seemescotland.org/our-movement-forchange/funding-and-grants/2015-2016-community-innovation-fund/
Funding for Cancer Support Groups and Individuals Affected by Cancer
The grants scheme aims to fund individuals and groups that support people affected by cancer or campaign to improve cancer
care. The grants available include start-up funds to support new self-help and support project for people affected by cancer;
development funds to support the ongoing activities and development of self-help and support projects for people affected by
cancer; user Involvement Grants to encourage the involvement of people affected by cancer in the design and improvement of
cancer services; and individual development grants to enable people affected by cancer to develop their skills and use their
cancer experience to help support others affected by cancer. Applications will be accepted from individuals or groups of people
affected by cancer and organisations and professionals working in partnership with people affected by cancer.
Deadline: 30th October 2015
http://www.macmillan.org.uk/information-and-support/coping/getting-support/findgroups-and-talks-nearyou/how-we-support-your-group.html
New Fund for UK's Aged Veterans
The funding is aimed at projects that support non-core health, wellbeing and social care needs for UK veterans over the age of
60 years. This includes veterans who have survived World War Two, those who undertook National Service and other voluntary
enlisted veterans who may need some focused support in relation to their health and social care needs. Projects should have a
real and lasting impact on the quality of life of lives of older veterans and directly benefit them and support them. Families and
carers may also benefit from the projects indirectly. The Government is particularly keen to see portfolio applications from notfor-profit organisations that have a good track record of managing similar strategic partnership projects across regions and
nationally. In this case, 'portfolio' refers to a 'linked collection of projects coordinated by the lead organisation and provided by
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suitable partner organisations'. The lead organisation must be a registered charity with a track record of managing large
strategic projects and the capacity to manage and coordinate the provision of the proposed portfolio.
Expressions of Interest.
Deadline: 21st September 2015 https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/aged-veterans-fund
ENERGY, RENEWABLES AND RECYCLING
Zero Waste Scotland
Zero Waste Scotland Launches New Scheme: Innovation in Collection for Remanufacture and Re-use -Funding for Trial Zero
Waste Scotland is making available funding to support the development of innovative new approaches to the challenges posed
by core product return and collection quality products at scale to enable greater levels of remanufacture and re-use within
Scotland. Funding is available to cover both capital and revenue costs depending on the funding route chosen and applications
can be made under either de minimis or General Block Exemption mechanisms.
The key objectives of the scheme are to:
 Support the trial or replication within Scotland of innovative product collection systems, reverse logistics and electrical
and electronic equipment (EEE) collection for up to a two year period, creating a sustainable and effective
infrastructure to facilitate product return to the remanufacturing and re-use sectors.
 Increase the quantity and quality of products captured for remanufacturing and re-use in Scotland, build the supply
market required to increase these sectors and create jobs, building capital and community capacity.
 Generate evidence to support the evaluation of trialled system(s) and inform the scope/potential for replication
throughout Scotland.
Awards of up to £100,000 per project are available. Applicants should note that £100,000 represents the maximum amount
available over the two year duration of the proposed trials, not per annum. Finding is offered under Article 47
(Investment Aid for Waste Recycling and Reutilisation) of the European Commission General Block Exemption (GBER)
Scheme. As such, Zero Waste Scotland can fund up to a minimum of 35% of the total eligible project costs per applicant for
large companies, 45% for medium-sized companies, and 55% for small companies. Zero Waste Scotland is seeking
collaborative or consortium bids which demonstrate a whole systems approach from collection to end-use of product. The Fund
is open to established organisations and start-ups across the commercial, industrial and third sectors in Scotland. There is no
restriction on the type or size of organisation that may apply, providing the project is able to fully meet the scope and
requirements of the programme and that the organisation's de minimis threshold will not be exceeded (i.e. no more than
€200,000 received over any three year period). Third Sector re-use sector organisations should be fully Revolve accredited or
equivalent, or be working towards accreditation. Non accredited reuse organisations must commit to commencing the
accreditation process and gain entry level accreditation within six months and full accreditation within the first 12 months.
Support is available to guide organisations through this process. Private sector organisations must be able to demonstrate
equivalence with Revolve standards either through alternative accreditations (eg ISO) or through documented policies and
procedures that reflect core Revolve values.
The scope of the programme is to support trials of innovative approaches to the challenges of core product return for re-use and
remanufacture. It is anticipated that these trials will be built around one or more elements of the following (however this list is
not exhaustive):
• Consumer-facing collections utilising software based solutions (existing or bespoke).
• The capture of consumer and commercial product returns and effective redistribution of these to the most appropriate
end market using either in-house or third party logistics.
• Centralised collection systems utilising retailers, re-use hubs, other form of community or commercial drop-off or takeback network.
• Implementation of designated and staffed collection points at local authority operated Household Waste
• Recycling Centres (HWRCs).
• Collection trials specifically designed to overcome the challenges posed by the capture of small electronics.
• It is anticipated that there may be shared solutions which cut across all of these areas; therefore applications are not
restricted to a single system.
Deadline: 18th September 2015
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http://www.zerowastescotland.org.uk/content/innovation-collection-remanufacture-and-reuse-funding-trials-3rm003100
Polden-Puckham Charitable Foundation Grants Programme
The Polden-Puckham Charitable Foundation Grant is provided and administered by the Polden-Puckham Charitable
Foundation and is available for Third Sector Organisations in the UK. The main objectives of the foundation are to contribute to
the development of a just society based on a commitment to nonviolence and environmental sustainability. Grants are usually
made between the values of £5,000 and £15,000 and are provided for between one and three years. Priority will be given to
small, pioneering organisations.
Deadline: 15th September 2015
http://www.polden-puckham.org.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2&Itemid=35
Low Carbon Skills Fund (Scotland)
2015/16 Round of the Low Carbon Skills Fund (Scotland) Open to Applications
The Low Carbon Skills Fund has been established to support the sustainability and growth of businesses in the renewable
energy, energy efficiency and carbon reduction sectors by part-funding training which meets business priorities. Businesses
eligible under the fund should be involved in increasing the energy efficiency of products or installation of lower carbon products
or renewable energy resources. Eligible training activity can include the following:
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Qualifications, including individual units.
Master Classes.
Learning based on National Occupancy
Standards.
Industry recognised qualifications.
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First line supervisory management.
Workshops.
Taster sessions
Businesses can apply for up to £5,000 to put towards employee training costs. Funding can be provided for up to five episodes
of training, for up to 60% of a maximum of £1,000 per episode. Eligible businesses must fulfil the following:
• Be based in Scotland.
• Have fewer than 100 employees.
Carry out a primary business activity that includes:
 Renewable energy.
 Energy efficiency.
 Carbon reduction.
Be able to show that their work involves:
• Increasing the energy efficiency of products.
• Installing lower carbon products or renewable energy resources.
Applications are also accepted from voluntary and community not-for-profit organisations.
The programme will provide funding for the uptake of training in areas including:
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Renewable technologies
Energy efficiency
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Sector-specific low carbon support
Non sector-specific low carbon support
Deadline: 31st March 2016 https://www.ourskillsforce.co.uk/funding-for-skills/low-carbon-skills-fun
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SCHOOLS & EDUCATION
Outward Mobility Fund
The Fund aims to provide Scottish students with support for opportunities to study overseas. All publically funded higher
education institutions, colleges and student associations in Scotland are eligible to apply.
Deadline: 15th May 2015
http://www.gov.scot/Topics/Education/UniversitiesColleges/16640/Intllifelonglearnstrategy/outwardmobilityfund
Gwen Mayor Memorial Trust
The trust gives grants to primary schools in Scotland for projects in the area of the arts, culture, music and sport.
Deadline: 30th September 2015 Tel: 0131 225 6244
Bell Foundation
The Foundation makes grants to for projects that deliver innovative work improving language education for children for whom
English is not the first language.
Applications may be submitted at any time https://www.bell-foundation.org.uk/
Awards for All
Awards for All Scotland is supported by the Scottish Arts Council, the Heritage Lottery Fund, sportscotland and the Big Lottery
Fund to award grants to not-for-profit / voluntary and community sector groups, community councils, statutory bodies or
schools. Grants of between £500 and £10,000 are available for people to take part in art, sport, heritage and community
activities, and projects that promote education, the environment and health in the local community. They want to hear from
projects or activities that meet their aims of extending access and participation, increasing skill and creativity and improving
quality of life.
Applications may be submitted at any time http://www.awardsforall.org.uk/scotland/index.html
Lefèvre Trust - grants to facilitate reciprocal visits to schools in France
The Lefèvre Trust is offering grants to UK schools to facilitate reciprocal visits to their partner schools in France. As well as the
invaluable advantage of experiencing French culture first-hand, pupils will also benefit from:
• raised levels of language proficiency in preparation for GCSE and A level/Highers examinations
• improved confidence in speaking French by practising with peers at the partner school
• increased motivation in continuing to learn French by exchanging language and culture in an authentic environment
• strengthened partnership and development of new cross-curricular projects for the whole school.
Applications close on 30 November 2015
https://schoolsonline.britishcouncil.org/apply-for-funding/lefevre
Polli:Nation programme for schools
schools in helping to protect the future of the UK's seriously dwindling bee population. All schools in the UK can apply for
funding of up to £4,000 to enable teachers, children and volunteers to be trained to make the necessary changes to their school
grounds to create habitats. Biodiversity and landscape experts will also help you to develop pollinator friendly areas and other
initiatives that will create bee and other insect-friendly environments.The Polli:Nation programme has been developed by the
school grounds charity, Learning through Landscapes, to support
Applications for stage 1 close on 21st September 2015 http://www.ltl.org.uk/pollination/getinvolved.php
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SPORTS FUNDING
Cycling Scotland Community Development Grants
Community groups in Scotland can apply for a Development Grant of up to £20,000 from Cycling Scotland to help them
overcome barriers to cycling and work towards becoming a Cycle Friendly Community. The grants will also help the creation of
a nationally recognised Cycle Friendly Community Award scheme. Funded projects must lead to more people cycling in
communities across Scotland, helping deliver the Scottish Government's vision of 10% of all journeys being by bike by 2020.
Applications are being assessed on a first come, first serve basis, until all available funding is allocated. So it is advisable to
submit applications early.
Deadline: 30th October 2015 http://www.cyclingscotland.org/our-projects/award-schemes/cycle-friendly-
community-project/community-developmentgrants
Scottish Rural Network – Improving Public Access Fund
The Improving Public Access fund opened on 17 August as part of the Agri-Environment Climate Scheme (AECS) of the
Scottish Rural Development Programme. The fund aims to support new and upgraded paths for public use to encourage active
outdoor activity. It provides for the capital costs of installing paths, together with related items such as drainage, self-closing
gates, signposts, bridges and boardwalks. The Improving Public Access (IPA) option is open to a range of public bodies,
organisations, farmers and other land managers, and is available across all areas of rural Scotland. Projects will be assessed
for their benefits in developing connectivity and linkage in path networks, providing a good basic standard of construction, and
in removing obstacles to make access more easily available to the public.
Applications close on 31st October 2015
https://www.ruralpayments.org/publicsite/futures/news-events/improving-public-access-/
Peter Harrison Foundation - Opportunities through Sport
Through the Opportunities Through Sport programme, the Foundations supports sporting activity or projects which provide
opportunities for people who are disabled or otherwise disadvantaged to fulfil their potential and to develop other personal and
life skills. The Trustees welcome applications for projects which provide a focus for skills development and confidence building
through the medium of sport; projects that have a strong training and/or educational theme within a sporting activity; projects
that provide sporting equipment or facilities for disabled or disadvantaged people; projects with a high degree of community
involvement; projects that help to engage children or young people at risk of crime, truancy or addiction.
Applications may be submitted at any time http://www.peterharrisonfoundation.org/grant-programme/application-process
LAND AND PROPERTY
Scottish Land Fund
The Scottish Land Fund has now been extended for a further year until March 2016, with an additional £3m invested by the
Scottish Government. The Fund now totals £9m. The Fund is designed to help communities buy land and property to help
regenerate the fortunes of their local area. The Fund is administered by the Big Lottery Fund, in partnership with HIE. HIE have
appointed a team of advisers who will help applicants develop their projects to application stage. The Fund can support
acquisitions as diverse as small development sites, to large estates and include uses such as affordable housing, business and
industrial space, community open space or visitor and heritage centres. It can provide up to 95 percent of the costs of
purchasing land and land assets, as well as project revenue funding for up to two years. The Advisor for Argyll is Ailsa Raeburn
who can be contacted on 01546 605419. All enquiries for the Scottish Land Fund should be addressed in the first instance to
the Big Lottery via their Advice Line number on 0300 123 7110.
Applications may be submitted at any time http://www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/scottishlandfund
New Funding Programme Launched to Support Community Farming
Just Growth is a new funding programme to support social enterprises that are producing food in an environmentally and
socially just way. A key aim is to encourage community ownership and the programme will be looking for organisations that are
owned and run by their community or that have strong co-operative principles embedded in their structure. The programme is
looking to support up to 8 projects. The funding will consist of a minimum of £15,000 in loan financing and a minimum of
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£15,000 in grant funding. At least £15,000 will need to be raised from the community either through crowdfunding or community
shares.
Deadline: 30th September 2015 http://www.feanetwork.org/our-projects/just-growth
Funding for the Restoration of Historic Buildings
Funding is available to restore historic buildings through the Heritage Lottery Fund's Heritage Enterprise grants programme.
The programme provides grants to support not-for-profit organisations in partnership with the private sector for the restoration of
unused historic building and sites. The programme provides grants where historic buildings have failed to attract enough
investment because the cost of their repair has not been commercially viable for private developers. Under the programme two
levels of grants are available: Grants of between £100,000 and under £2 million and grants of between £2million and £5million.
Deadline: 8th October 2015 http://www.hlf.org.uk/looking-funding/our-grant-programmes/heritage-enterprise
Forestry Grant Scheme: Harvesting and Processing
This option supports investments in new specialised equipment which will increase the local small-scale harvesting and
processing capacity with the aim of:
• helping to bring woodlands into management
• promoting the economic and sustainable production of timber and timber products through processing
• adding value to local economies on a non-industrial scale (less than 10,000 tonnes per annum of round wood for harvesting or
extraction equipment, or less than 5,000 tonnes per annum of output for timber processing equipment)
• providing support to facilitate and enable diversification and to assist with the creation of new small enterprises and related
employment
Deadline: 14th September 2015 https://www.ruralpayments.org/publicsite/futures/topics/allschemes/forestry-grant-scheme/harvesting-and-processing/
The Architectural Heritage Fund
The Architectural Heritage Fund (AHF) is a registered charity that promotes the conservation and regeneration of historic
buildings in the UK and is now open to applications. Grants and low interest working capital loans are available to registered
charities and constituted not for profit organisations to help with the regeneration of historic. The AHF can provide grants to help
with assessing the viability of a project, or to fund development costs. Currently two types of grants are on offer; these are the
Project Viability Grants (PVG) of up to £3,000 to fund short studies to look at potential uses for a building and at its current
condition. This grant is administered on a rolling basis and the Project Development Grant funding of up to £25,000 to assist an
organisation to cover some of the costs of developing and coordinating a project and taking it towards the start of work on site.
The AHF also provides loan facilities to eligible charities and other not-for-profit organisations, either for the acquisition of a
building, or to provide working capital throughout a restoration project. Loans usually require some form of security, either a first
legal charge or a repayment guarantee from a local authority.
Deadline: 29th October 2015 http://www.ahfund.org.uk/grants.php
Town Centre Communities Capital Fund
The Scottish Government recognises that people across Scotland are interested in the future of their town centres. The Town
Centre Communities Capital Fund is intended to support enterprising communities with project proposals that complement the
range of demonstration projects and wider initiatives that are currently underway through the Town Centre Action Plan. We are
making available £1.7m in financial year 2015/16.
This fund will help local communities to:
• Help further unlock potential of public assets in town centres, improve amenity and first impressions of a place in line
with the TCAP, the Town Centre First Principle and guidance available through the Town Centre Toolkit.
• Support those with an identified town centre project or plan which may benefit from capital grant in financial year
15/16.
Deadline: 29th September 2015
http://www.gov.scot/Topics/Built-Environment/regeneration/town-centres/tcccf
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