Applications for LeithChooses 2026/27 close in less than two weeks: apply by 12th October
Constituted community groups can apply for project funding of up to £5,000, but only until 23:45 on Monday 12th October 2026, so please ensure you apply in good time. Though this deadline has been extended in the past, this is unlikely to happen this year and going forward in order to be fair to those who submit their applications on time.
As usual, projects should be new or adding new value (not continued funding of an existing service) that will be of benefit to the community in Leith. Projects should be designed to start after 31st March 2027 and run until March 2028 at the latest. This year’s theme is ‘Greater Leith Harmony’.
Apply now using our online form at edinburgh.gov.uk/
Before you start, download and read the LeithChooses guidance notes to check your project is eligible and to help you put your application together. You can also read additional guidance from Edinburgh Council and a sample application form.
Application deadline: 23:45 on 12th October 2026
Theme: Greater Leith Harmony
Online application form: edinburgh.gov.uk/
Supporting documents:
Need help? Get in touch today. With the deadline so close, please email leithchooses@edinburgh.gov.uk as soon as possible so there’s time to talk through your project.
Our final online applicant information session is TODAY 30 September from 5.30pm to 6.30pm online. Register to attend
Don’t miss your chance to make a difference in Leith. We look forward to hearing your ideas for new projects.
The LeithChooses Steering Group