COMMUNITY GRANTS APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN 
Are you part of a local group in Edinburgh, the Lothians, Borders or Fife? Our Community Grants Scheme is available to help bring your ideas to life. Applications are open until Friday 31 October.
View details on how to apply and sign up for our information session: https://edin.ac/489uqJU
Since the scheme began in 2017, we’ve awarded over £822,000 across 330 projects, supporting 252 local organisations to create change that matters to them.
Here’s what that looks like in action:
• Archaeology Scotland brought together 130 local residents for The Big Dig Dalkeith community archaeology project at Newbattle Abbey.
• Leith Sea Cadets replaced old training equipment, boosting confidence and belonging among young people.
• Craigsfarm Community Development Project supported 54 adults with mental health challenges through creative art sessions.
These grants are part of how we deliver on our new Community Plan 2025–30, launching soon. A plan shaped by your voices and built on shared goals for thriving, equal, connected communities.
