Funding
Looking for funding to support your project?
From small grants to funding for big capital projects, we can help you find financial support for your charity, community group or social enterprise
Knowing where to look for funding opportunities and writing grant applications can feel like a challenge, especially when the future of your organisation or project depends on it. We’re here to help.
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Helping you access vital funding
Help with funding searches
Connection to relevant funders
Support with your funding application
Assistance developing a funding strategy
Advice on applying for grants and funding
Useful links to funding bodies
Rural Communities Development Fund
Funding to support inclusion, equality and diversity for rural East Lothian communities, individuals and businesses.
“VCEL is a vital resource for the voluntary sector and community groups, and offers a wealth of support to local volunteers and organisations. We’ve accessed training to support writing funding applications, and receiving the regular newsletters enables us to keep up to date with third sector news and information. Also, the learning we gained from the Accelerate Programme via VCEL has been both beneficial and valuable to us.”
Lily’s Cafe, East Lothian
Supporting local communities and causes
East Lothian Community Lottery is a fun and easy way for your good cause to raise essential funds. There are no set up costs or admin fees, plus you’ll get your very own customisable lottery page set up for you.
You’ll also receive regular marketing materials to promote your lottery.