The Scotmid Co-operative is offering small grants to assist and support community projects and initiatives throughout Scotland. Last year Scotmid awarded grants totalling £235,000 to organisations ranging from parent and toddler groups to national campaigns. 

Funding is concentrated on the following areas:

• Children/education
• Community Groups
• Active Lifestyles
• Environment
• Elderly
• Homelessness
• Fairtrade
• Arts & Culture
• Charity

To be eligible for funding, applicants must be a group or individual acting for the wider benefit of the local Community; and live within the geographic boundaries of one of Scotmid  Regional Committees. Access their webpage for more information.