Funding
Information on funding and grants in East Lothian
Looking for funding to support your project? We can help point you in the right direction
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 can help you find sources of funding for your charity, community group or social enterprise. From small grants to funding for big capital projects, we’ll help track down exactly what you need to support the work you do for the people of East Lothian.
And don’t forget to sign up for our monthly funding bulletin for a round-up of the latest funding and grant news.
How we can help you access funding
Listed here are just some of the funding related services we offer here at VCEL. So whatever help you need, get in touch and speak to a member of our friendly team.
Help with funding searches
Connection to relevant funders
Support with your funding application
Help with developing a funding strategy for your organisation
Provide 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
Support local communities and causes
East Lothian Community Lottery is a fun and easy way for your good cause to raise funds. No set up costs or admin fees, and your very own customisable lottery page is set up for you.
Whatsmore, you’ll receive regular marketing materials to promote your lottery. So what are you waiting for?
Are you ready to be part of an impactful event dedicated to mental health awareness and support?