Foundation Scotland

We are Scotland’s community foundation. We help people and organisations to fund good causes, strengthening Scotland’s communities and creating a lasting impact

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30 Years in 30 Facts:

We are 30 this year, and to mark the occasion, we’re posting 30 facts every day in June.

Fact 3. Did you know… in the early days, there was just one computer shared by all staff, applications came in by fax and handwritten letters, and telephone calls.

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For our 30th Anniversary, we’re posting 30 snapshots of Foundation Scotland from the last 30 years.

2. Did you know…we started with just one employee, supported by volunteers helping distribute grants, and by founding trustees from banking and investment backgrounds.

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To mark our 30th Anniversary, throughout June we’ll be posting daily snapshots of Foundation Scotland over the last 30 years.

Interesting fact number 1….

1. Did you know… our youngest employee was not yet born when Foundation Scotland ‘opened for business’ in 1996.

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We support funding for projects of all shapes and sizes all over Scotland.

Have a look at our quick reference guide for upcoming fund deadlines and see if there is support that would suit you or your organisation.

👉 https://t.co/aoUqKKnW0u

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The Regenerative Futures Fund, a pioneering £15 million fund, has announced long-term awards tackling poverty, racism and climate change in Edinburgh.

Read more about the Fund, which could influence place-based funding far beyond Edinburgh, here 👉 https://t.co/9BK6ZNBsqc

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Join Foundation Scotland’s Social Investment Hour - a relaxed online drop-in where you can meet the team, ask questions, and explore how social investment could help you grow your business and deepen your social impact.

🗓️16th June
⏰11 - 12:30

Sign up👉 https://t.co/RaJ2J1dhop

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As our 30th anniversary celebrations continue, we share the next part of our story, which explores how our funding has continued to evolve – from £250 grants to million-pound programmes supporting communities across Scotland.

Follow our journey 👉https://t.co/8bWf7vlNBO

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Clackmannanshire's Transformation Space, a first-of-its-kind model in Scotland, has awarded £105,000 in funding to support women and girls through initiatives that help build confidence, resilience, skills and social connection.

Read more 👉 https://t.co/ApSpeJLEoy

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Did you miss it?

Foundation Scotland's latest E-bulletin landed this week (sporting its brand new look 👀)

Containing our latest news, as well as updates from the projects, funds & donors we work with across Scotland.

Sign up here👉https://t.co/88uyF0jEgv

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30 years of Community Giving: A Time of Growth

As we continue reflecting on the past 30 years, the next chapter in our story was one of growth, community and diversification.

Enjoy the latest chapter in our story as we celebrate our 30th anniversary🎈👉https://t.co/jH4OaQOkTl

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Foundation Scotland is a proud signatory to IVAR's principles, and this case study reflects what that commitment looks like in practice via Cardenden Decides, a participatory grantmaking event.

Read more about this replicable model here👉 https://t.co/2BWZa0fIhO

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We support funding for projects of all shapes and sizes all over Scotland.

Have a look at our quick reference guide for upcoming fund deadlines and see if there is support that would suit you or your organisation.

👉 https://t.co/aoUqKKnW0u

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Our latest Flash Report is here 🥳

Each quarter, we look back on our own work as well as that of the projects, funds and donors we work with across the country.

These quarterly updates spotlight some amazing initiatives and impact.

Catch up here: https://t.co/lGd32MDaAh

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A £1 million grant from the Old Luce Community Fund is set to transform healthcare provision in Glenluce, funding the construction of a brand-new GP surgery.

A significant step forward for local services and the local community.

Read more: https://t.co/oZc5AeyeHq

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Did you miss it?

Foundation Scotland's latest E-bulletin landed this week (and it has a brand new look 👀)

Featuring our latest news from the last month, as well as that of the projects, funds & donors we work with across Scotland.

Sign up here👉https://t.co/88uyF0jEgv

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Funding available: Nourish the Nation

Nourish the Nation is a programme run in partnership between Sainsbury's and Comic Relief, and administered by Foundation Scotland.

Apply by: 20th April 2026
Available in: Glasgow City

For more info +/or to apply:https://t.co/4VpNLtPlMG

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Tender opportunity for Glenkens Community Action Plan refresh 📢

Glenkens Community Action Plan Steering Group is updating the Glenkens Community Action Plan and are inviting submissions to undertake this work.

Read more here 👉 https://t.co/O9O2mnjNHr

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We support funding for projects of all shapes and sizes all over Scotland.

Have a look at our quick reference guide for upcoming fund deadlines and see if there is support that would suit you or your organisation.

👉 https://t.co/aoUqKKnW0u

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Do you take an interest in local community issues and activities?

The An Suidhe Wind Farm Community Fund is recruiting two new community panel members.

Apply by: 6th April 2026

To find out more +/ to apply, scan the QR code or follow the link 👉 https://t.co/qsLgDqiNJ0

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𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 – 𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝟏𝟗𝟗𝟔.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of our story so far.

We’re excited to meet new people and partners ready to help communities thrive for the next 30 years.

Read more here: https://t.co/Jw4Mn6aMPF